Phetchabun Travel Guide: Phetchabun borders seven other Thai provinces, including the eastern provinces of the Isaan region (Northeast Thailand), and lies in the southern part of Northern Thailand. The province is relatively unknown to foreign tourists and is not frequently visited. However, Thais appreciate the mountains, especially the Khao Kho region (also spelled Khao Khor), for their pleasant coolness, which—like other places in the kingdom—has earned it the nickname "Switzerland of Thailand," as well as for the mist at dawn (especially during the rainy season). Another magnificent and must-see monument in Phetchabun province is Wat Phra Sorn Kaew temple, with its unique arrangement of white Buddha statues in descending order of size. The Sri Thep Historical Park in the south, on the other hand, is considerably less interesting than the parks in Sukhothai, Si Satchanalai, Kamphaeng Phet, or Ayutthaya, even though the entrance fee is comparable to the first three. The city itself offers few attractions that truly justify the long journey, but a visit during its most famous festival is highly recommended. All information on getting around Phetchabun can be found in our section "Getting Around in Phetchabun".

Accommodation in Phetchabun: In Phetchabun itself, apart from the Livist Resort Phetchabun, there are no luxury hotels, but good 2- or 3-star accommodations at very reasonable prices (an advantage of less touristy places). I personally stayed at the Maneechan Villa. In Khao Kho and Phu Tap Boek, there are numerous resorts and campsites in the mountains. Some of these can be found on hotel booking websites, but many are not, instead being listed on Facebook. Find accommodation in Phetchabun. Choose a destination: Amphawa Ayutthaya Bang Saphan Bangkok Buriram Cha Am Chachoengsao Chaiyaphum Chanthaburi Chiang Dao Chiang Khan Chiang Mai Chiang Rai Chonburi Chumphon Dan Sai Hat Yai Hua Hin Kalasin Kamphaeng Phet Kanchanaburi Khao Lak Khao Sok Koh Chang Koh Jum Koh Kood Koh Lanta Koh Larn Koh Lipe Koh Mak Koh Phangan Koh Phayam Koh Phi Phi Koh Samet Koh Samui Koh Sichang Koh Tao Koh Wai Krabi Lampang Lamphun Loei Lopburi Mae Hong Son Nakhon Pathom Nakhon Phanom Nakhon Ratchasima Nakhon Si Thammarat Nan Nang Rong Nong Khai Pai Pak Chong Pattaya Phang Nga Phang Nga Phayao Phetchabun Phetchaburi Phitsanulok Phrae Phuket Prachuap Khiri Khan Pranburi Railay Ranong Ratchaburi Rayong Roi Et Samut Songkhram Sangkhlaburi Sattahip Sukhothai Surat Thani Surin Tak Trang Trat Ubon Ratchathani Udon Thani all categories from 300 THB to 500 THB from 500 to 1000 THB from 1000 to 2500 THB from 2500 to 5000 THB plus 5000 THB // Grey The prices that are not available in the city selection ("All prices" are always available) function findAccommodationCategories(citySelect) { var option=citySelect.options[citySelect.selectedIndex]; var price=parseInt(option ? option.getAttribute("data-price") : 0,10) || 0; var categories=citySelect.form.elements["categories"]; if(!categories) return; for(var i=0;i<categories.options.length;i++) { var val=categories.options[i].value; categories.options[i].disabled=!(val=="all" || val=="-" || (Math.pow(2,parseInt(val,10))&price)); } } (function() { var forms=document.querySelectorAll("#form-accommodations form"); var form=forms[forms.length-1]; if(form && form.elements["cities"]) findAccommodationCategories(form.elements["cities"]); })(); arrow_circle_right See all properties in Phetchabun

Practical information about Phetchabun: If possible, visit Phetchabun during the Um Phra Dam Nam Festival. This unique three-day festival in Thailand features parades by day and night, traditional boat races, and, as its highlight, the bathing of the city's most sacred Buddha statue by the governor. He carries it to the river where it was found and submerges himself completely several times (information and upcoming dates for the Phetchabun Um Phra Dam Nam Festival can be found here).

How do you get to Phetchabun? Phetchabun is only accessible by public transport, specifically by bus. You can travel from the neighboring provinces of Phitsanulok or Loei, or from Bangkok. Allow 6–7 hours for the bus journey from Mochit Terminal, Bangkok's northern bus station. Alternatively, you can fly from Bangkok to Phetchabun (Don Mueang Airport) and take a bus from either of the two bus terminals. The best option is usually to travel to Phitsanulok from any city along the northern railway line and then take a bus to Phetchabun. Note that there are also buses from Bangkok to Khao Kho. [arrow_circle_right] See all travel options to Phetchabun

What's the best way to get around Phetchabun? Since tourists in general, and especially foreign tourists, are rare in Phetchabun, there are also few tuk-tuks and motorbike taxis. However, the city isn't very large, so walking is a good option. Alternatively, you can find them near the main market, the hospital, or the bus station.

Phetchabun Rocket Festival This festival usually takes place in May. More about the Phetchabun Rocket Festival

Umm Phra Dam Nam: This festival usually takes place in September. More about Umm Phra Dam Nam

Other sights in Phetchabun: Wat Phra Sorn Kaew (★★★★) This temple, little known to foreign tourists, houses a series of white, seated Buddha statues arranged from smallest to largest – simply magnificent. Its location amidst the surrounding mountains is also beautiful. Phu Hin Rong Kla National Park (★★★) This national park, about a 1.5-hour drive from Phitsanulok and an hour from Phetchabun, is known for its plateau with rock formations that resemble the back of a giant crocodile. While not one of Thailand's most important national parks, it is a stunning natural paradise with mountains and also an important historical site.

How do you ask for directions to Phetchabun in Thai? I want to go to Phetchabun / Yak pai thi Pet tcha boon. Where is Phetchabun? / Pet tcha boon yu thi nai?