Pattaya is the face of nightlife in Thailand and has lived up to its fame even until now. The bustling coastal city boasts action-filled nights alongside boisterous bars. During the daytime, one can also take a plunge into, for example, exciting adventures and gorgeous sandy beaches among a whole ton of other attractions available in Pattaya. Being only a stone's throw away from the neighbouring Bangkok, most tourists would head to Pattaya as a side trip. Without further ado, it is time to check out the various things to do in the beautiful resort city of Pattaya.
Feel The Authenticity Of Thailand At Pattaya Floating Market
Visiting a floating market in Thailand should not be missed as doing so can provide an overall authentic experience of Thailand, which is impossible to find elsewhere. One can enjoy a boat ride along the market while checking out the various souvenirs and art galleries on display. The main attractive factor of Pattaya Floating Market though, lies in the delicious food it has to offer. Even simply watching the locals in action is sufficient for a satisfying experience.
Soak in the Crowded Atmosphere Of Pattaya Beach
Spanning a length of four kilometres, this crescent-shaped beach is easily the most famous and liveliest beach in Pattaya. Having plenty of space for visitors, one can enjoy sunbathing, parasailing, jet skiing and the famous banana boat ride. Once night arrives, party lovers will be in for a thrill ride as the beach is surrounded by plenty of nightlife entertainment.
Be Enthralled By A Mesmerizing View At Pattaya View Point
As Pattaya’s weather can be scorching hot for most of the year, Pattaya View Point is where one can escape the blazing sun to enjoy a little breeze while snapping away gorgeous pictures of the coastal city. As Pattaya Viewpoint is located on top of Pratumnak Hill, it is deemed the best viewpoint which can offer a panoramic birds eye view of the city area. It is highly recommended to visit during the early evenings when there will be lights to solidify the view.
Embrace The Onslaught Of Glaring Neon Lights In Pattaya Walking Street
When night falls, Pattaya Walking Street is a place which will burst to life. Boasting probably the largest and busiest nightlife scene in Thailand, one can find everything related to an intense night party along the entire Walking Street. This tourist hotspot is definitely a must-visit for the avid party-goers. But for the less wild visitors, it is still cool to be able to witness how a breathtaking nightlife actually plays out, especially when Pattaya Walking Street is deemed to be one of the best nightlife attractions in the world. Apart from that, every side and corner of the street will be featuring at least a seafood restaurant or bar.
Rediscover Childhood At Teddy Bear Museum
Also known as Teddy Island Museum, it is the first teddy bear museum to open in Southeast Asia. The museum has twelve differently-themed zones decorated with about a thousand stuffed animals. What makes this museum unique is that the stuffed toys are not kept away by glass boxes. That means one can actually establish physical contact with the adorable toys, hugging and taking pictures with them. Grown-ups are bound to be hit by a strong dose of nostalgia and feel as if they are travelling back to their childhood days.
Get Imaginative At ‘Art In Paradise’
Art in Paradise is the first 3D illusion art museum in Thailand and also the largest in the world. Interactive 3D art can never get any more interesting with this museum. Art in Paradise tries to make visitors a part of the art by tricking their eyes with creative paintings. Taking photographs is also highly encouraged as the purpose of the museum is to inspire creativity with regards to posing alongside art paintings. Instagrammers will surely be smiling from ear to ear while they wander around the museum taking their insta-worthy pictures.
Be Awed By The Amazing Tiffany’s Cabaret Show And Alcazar Cabaret Show
From dusk to night, these two legendary shows will feature the astonishing beauty of ladyboys in flashy costumes entertaining audiences. The atmosphere is also intensified by modern lighting and sound technology. Audiences will easily find themselves admiring the superb efforts put in by the talented performers throughout the 70-minute show time. The themes of the show will also change according to the majority of visitor’s nationalities in each season.
Enjoying Water Sports At Coral Island
Coral Island is situated far away from the city area, which spells good news for those looking for getaways. Also acting as the hub for watersports in Pattaya, Coral Island offers a wide variety of watersports. Some examples include Scuba Diving and Snorkelling. The clear, visible waters of the Island makes it even more attractive to do water sports there.
Feel The Majestic Vibes Of Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden
Known as the world’s largest botanical garden and also the ‘garden for everyone in the world’, it is blessed with a gorgeous landscape. The size of the park is truly an attractive factor as one may even need a transport to cover the entire garden in a single trip. One cool feature is the skywalk, a walkway that takes visitors through most of the thirty gardens featured in the park. Also functioning as a theme park, visitors can catch spectacular cultural performances like traditional Thai dances, ancient drum performances, Muay Thai bouts and elephant shows.
Feel The United Warmth And Thrills At Sriracha Tiger Zoo
At Sriracha Tiger Zoo, visitors will get to witness heartening scenes of animals from different families living together in harmony. The zoo’s unique factor lies in its feeding programme whereby one can watch mother pigs feeding tiger cubs alongside their very own piglets. For visitors who are willing to fork out at an extra amount, they can actually get to feed the cubs and even take pictures with them for a lasting memory. Sriracha Tiger Zoo offers various animal shows on a daily basis too. For thrill-seekers, do meet the famous ‘Scorpion Queen’, the lady who set the Guinness World Record of ‘The Longest Stay with Scorpions’ twelve years ago, for staying with five thousand adult scorpions in a twelve square metre room for thirty three days. The Elephant Museum also features a collection of life-sized elephant forms, from extinct breeds like mammoths to elephants found in the wild today.
Learn To Fight Like ‘Ong Bak’ At A Muay Thai Camp
Muay Thai camps are so popular to the extent that one can find them in almost every city in Thailand. Fans of Tony Jaa’s Ong Bak and Tom Yum Goong movies will be dying for an opportunity to pick up the brutal yet beautiful art of Muay Thai. Twin Tiger Muay Thai camp in Pattaya is a highly recommended place to receive world-class coaching in the martial art. The camp utilizes an old school training approach and their trainers possess a total combined experience of almost a thousand professional fights. Single day programs for all levels ranging from beginner to professional are offered by the camp. No matter what training goal a student has in mind, the camp will be able to accommodate them as training programs are specially tailored to suit the individual. All training is 1-on-1 due to heavy priority on the individual.
To sum up, Pattaya is one beautiful coastal city with endless entertainment from day to night. Thus, one should definitely try out the above activities in Pattaya for a refreshing trip.
