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Pattaya

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What to see in Pattaya

Bangkok’s beach: a city of entertainment and nightlife, with a carved wooden temple and Koh Larn island just offshore.

Updated 19 October 2026 · How we make our guides

  • 5 must-see places
  • Best time: from November to February
Photo: Don Ramey Logan · CC BY-SA 3.0

Pattaya highlights

The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.

  1. Sanctuary of Truth

    A temple of carved wood.

  2. Koh Larn

    Beaches, by boat.

  3. Pratumnak viewpoint

    Above the bay.

  4. Floating market

    Representing Thailand’s four regions.

  5. Nong Nooch Garden

    Tropical gardens.

Day trips from Pattaya

We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.

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When to travel to Pattaya

The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Pattaya are from November to February. If you can, avoid April (intense heat).

  1. Jan no warnings
  2. Feb no warnings
  3. Mar with warnings
  4. Apr with strong warnings
  5. May with warnings
  6. Jun with warnings
  7. Jul with warnings
  8. Aug with warnings
  9. Sep with warnings
  10. Oct with warnings
  11. Nov no warnings
  12. Dec no warnings
  • from March to May

    Intense heat

    From March to May temperatures reach 35–40 °C with high humidity; April is the toughest month.

    What to do: Visit temples at sunrise, rest at midday and drink plenty of water.

  • from June to October

    Rainy season

    It’s usually heavy afternoon downpours, not whole days of rain. Everything is greener and there are fewer tourists.

    What to do: Plan outdoor visits for the morning and save the afternoon for museums, covered markets or a massage.

Where and what to eat

To eat like a local: the street stall. The dishes you can’t miss are in the Thailand guide.

Frequently asked questions about Pattaya

What to see in Pattaya?

Sanctuary of Truth, Koh Larn, Pratumnak viewpoint, Floating market and Nong Nooch Garden.

What to see in Pattaya in one day?

Don’t miss Sanctuary of Truth, Koh Larn, Pratumnak viewpoint, Floating market and Nong Nooch Garden. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.

What’s the best time to travel to Pattaya?

The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Pattaya are from November to February. If you can, avoid April (intense heat).

What day trips can you take from Pattaya?

Koh Larn.

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Guide reviewed 19 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.