Pattaya

A curated guide to Pattaya, Thailand: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.

What to see

  1. The Sanctuary of Truth Museum 4.7★ (44,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. Pattaya City Sign 4.6★ (2,300 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  3. Nongnooch Pattaya Garden 4.6★ (44,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. Khao Phra Tamnak Viewpoint 4.5★ (2,300 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  5. Thepprasit Night Market 4.5★ (6,100 reviews) · Night market
  6. Art In Paradise Pattaya 4.4★ (14,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  7. Dolphin Circle 4.3★ (2,700 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  8. Pattaya Walking Street 4.3★ (53,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. Backstreet House Pattaya 4.9★ (2,200 reviews) · Cafe
  2. Sheeva Cafe 4.9★ (4,800 reviews) · Cafe
  3. Terry Kim SteakHouse 4.9★ (2,100 reviews) · Steak
  4. THE COFFEE CLUB - Royal Garden Plaza 4.8★ (3,200 reviews) · Coffee shop
  5. The Collective Pattaya 4.8★ (2,200 reviews) · Restaurant
  6. Sunset Coffee Roaster-Pattaya Beach 4.7★ (1,900 reviews) · Coffee shop
  7. Harlan‘s Pattaya 4.9★ (1,500 reviews) · Restaurant
  8. THE COFFEE CLUB - Tops Khao Phra Tamnak 4.9★ (1,100 reviews) · Cafe

Where to drink

  1. Moon Whale 4.8★ (2,400 reviews) · Bar
  2. JALWA CLUB (Pattaya, Thailand) 4.7★ (2,600 reviews) · Bar
  3. Pattaya Beer Garden 4.3★ (4,700 reviews) · Bar
  4. Hot Tuna Bar 4.5★ (1,800 reviews) · Live music bar
  5. Trench Town Rasta Bar - Soi LK Metro 4.9★ (380 reviews) · Bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Pattaya?

With 29 notable sights and 16 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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