Sights and activities in Pattaya: Foreigners generally come to Pattaya for the beach and to party, and they also engage in other activities that we won't go into detail about here. Nevertheless, Pattaya does have some interesting sights. The city's most impressive monument is the Shrine of Truth, a beautiful wooden building constructed using ancient building techniques. The Great Buddha of Pattaya is also worth a visit.

Sights in Pattaya: Sanctuary of Truth (ปราสาทสัจธรรม) My rating: 5/5 stars. This seaside temple in Naklua is arguably the most interesting monument in Pattaya. It is a gigantic wooden structure built using traditional techniques. Great Buddha of Pattaya (วัดพระใหญ่) My rating: 5/5 stars. High atop the hill between the sulfurous area in southern Pattaya and Jomtien, the 18-meter-high Buddha statue seems to watch over the city. It is the largest statue of its kind in the province. Koh Larn Island My opinion: 5/5 stars This small island directly opposite Pattaya has much more beautiful beaches and is easily accessible by boat. Most visitors only come for a day trip, but I personally recommend staying overnight. This way you can enjoy Koh Larn before and after the big tourist rush.

Other places worth seeing in Pattaya: The Pattaya Floating Market (★★★★) is a completely new construction and, although artificial, is still a pleasant place to shop, stroll, and eat, especially if you're new to this type of market. The variety of wooden and bamboo stalls and the walkways give it a certain authentic charm, even if it's still far from a traditional Thai floating market. Khao Chi Chan Mountain (★★★) is located a few dozen kilometers from Pattaya and is adorned with a large Buddha statue on one of its walls. It's situated in the Sathahip district. Koh Si Chang Island (★★★★) lies opposite the town of Si Racha, just north of Pattaya. Koh Si Chang is a rather rocky island with only two sandy beaches. Thanks to its viewpoints and scenery, its temples, its seafood restaurants, and the former royal residence that was dismantled and rebuilt in Bangkok, it is a very popular destination for Thais, who flock there in large numbers on weekends and holidays. The island is easily accessible from Bangkok. Wang Sam Sien, a small Chinese temple on the hill between South Pattaya and Jomtien, just before the Big Buddha, is particularly interesting because of its wall where short stories and Chinese legends are displayed.

Other excursion tips in Pattaya: The Elephant Village Pattaya (Tel.: 038 249 818, more information: www.elephant-village-pattaya.com), Koh Larn (Thai for "island reef"). The ferry docks at the end of Walking Street (journey time approx. 20 minutes). Mini Siam is a miniature world full of replicas of the Emerald Temple, the Democracy Monument, the Bridge on the River Kwai, as well as the Eiffel Tower, the Statue of Liberty, and the Sydney Opera House, to name just a few.

Other sights in Thailand: Wat Khao Phra Yod This temple, perched on a small hill about thirty kilometers north of Trang, is definitely worth a visit! Not only for the temple itself, but especially for the breathtaking view. … Show details about Wat Khao Phra Yod. Pong Arng Hot Springs In idyllic surroundings, the pools of naturally warm water invite you to a soothing and relaxing bath to end the day. A visit can be ideally combined with the Sri Sungwan Waterfall, a little further away. … Show details about Pong Arng Hot Springs. Nang Talung Shadow Theater This traditional shadow theater seems to have originated in Thailand in the province of Phatthalung. Here you will find several masters of Nang Talung who practice this art form and create the puppets. I am personally a big fan of Thale Noi. … Show details about Nang Talung Shadow Theater. Phra Nang Beach This is the most beautiful beach in Railay! My absolute favorite beach. A picture-perfect, picturesque setting: turquoise sea and golden sand. There's also a cliff with a climbing wall and two shelters… arrow_circle_right Show details about Phra Nang beach