PATTAYA
Pattaya’s best days out.
The 15 standout tours and day trips around Pattaya. The ones travellers still talk about long after the flight home.
Ride the Maeklong train past market stalls, then float through Damnoen Saduak by longtail boat on a guided half-day countryside escape.
Most Popular“Honestly, the trip was better then we expected. We enjoyed more the quiet side of the village at the floating market. The train market experience was unique. Our guide Kathy was very funny and pleasant.”
$15 to visit Pattaya’s Sanctuary of Truth, a full-wood temple by the sea, with a guided tour that explains the carvings and symbols.
“A deeply spiritual and personal experience. To be amongst wood - the most basic building tool we have; to see it being crafted and to see that craftsmanship being handed down to others is breathtaking and amazing. To take all this in within a beautiful temple dedicated to Buddhist ideals, this is all the more…”
A fast, fun Pattaya island adventure to Coral Island and Sak Island with snorkeling, paddleboarding, and optional parasailing, jet ski, and more.
“our guide, "the man in black" Micky was a great host, very informative and friendly it was overall a great experience.”
Ethical elephant day trip from Pattaya to Living Green Sanctuary for hand-feeding, jungle walks, bathing time, and a Pad Thai lunch.
“Great to see the elephants without chains, guides were very informative. Overall very good trip and highly recommended!”
Nong Nooch Tropical Garden near Pattaya: 500-acre themed gardens, Thai cultural shows, animal encounters, and optional buffet lunch from $12.
“the day was amazing, the gardens are out of this world and the shows were excellent”
Feed rescued elephants in Pattaya’s ethical sanctuary with an English guide, great photo time, and a soft drink to end. From $28.
“A great day trip. Well informed tour Animals super well cared for”
Watch real Muay Thai fights in Pattaya with VIP seating and an up-close view, guided by crowd energy and traditional Thai music.
“Loved the atmosphere and vibe of the place. It was a worthwhile experience”
Pattaya catamaran cruise to Koh Phai, Koh Rin and Koh Ped for snorkeling, Monkey Island fun, and a Thai buffet lunch. Hotel pickup included.
“Amazing trip. Everything was so well taken care of. Appreciate the efforts of the crew. The musical dance at the end of trip was awesome. Had a great time.”
Snorkel off Pattaya near Samesan with Nemo photos, paddleboards, and smooth hotel pick-up and drop-off for about 5 hours.
“Brilliant trip from start to finish everything ran smooth. Had a really nice time on the island relaxing swimming. Photos are amazing.”
Private customizable Pattaya highlights tour with an English-speaking driver, A/C comfort, and flexible stops from Jomtien to Big Buddha.
“We hired a car and driver for 6 hrs for this trip. We met K at the port and talked about where we wanted to go. He came up with suggestions that we could fit into 6 hrs and decided the order that we would go to these locations. Our first stop was Nong Nooch…”
Beginner-friendly 28 km ATV or buggy adventure near Pattaya with easy training, hotel pickup, lunch, and safety gear included.
“I loved that our ATV tour covered different terrain to give us a well-rounded beginner experience on the ATVs. The pathways we took were monitored in a timely manner with staff directing us at turns in major junctions which made our experience both safe and fun. The afternoon lunch that was provided was also generous…”
Ethical elephant sanctuary near Pattaya with small groups, feeding and bathing, Thai lunch, and hotel pickup in a focused morning program.
“The van driver is very on time and friendly. He picked me up at my hotel lobby. The staff in the Sanctuary are all nice. They help take a lot of photos for us. And the chief guide explained a lot of things about elephants. The bathrooms are very clean and also the lunch is…”
Alcazar Cabaret Show in Pattaya: 75-minute cabaret with dance, music, impersonations, humor, and extravagant costumes. Ticket includes entry.
“Fantastic loved the show would go again no problem”
A 6-hour small-group enduro ride from Pattaya with provided bikes, gear, and lunch plus off-road countryside tracks and views.
“Riding through the trees and up and down the hills to some great lookouts .with a tour guide that new his stuff.”
Rooftop-to-super-club night in Pattaya with Walking Street, beach clubs, live music, and free entry shots at key venues.
“very well arranged. shown us all the good places of the night life in pattaya. definitely a must do”
From the reef off Koh Larn to the cabaret on Second Road, every way to spend a day on the Gulf.
