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About Pattaya

Pattaya is located in a picturesque bay on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand, about 140 kilometer from Bangkok. In the 60s, a small fishing village of Pattaya, but it changed completely after the Americans discovered Pattaya. Within a few years, the small fishing village turned into one of the most popular beach resorts in Southeast Asia.

Pattaya with her beaches haze a lot to offer: not only are there many natural attractions, but also many entertainment, sports facilities, shopping opportunities, and also there are many beautiful beaches near Pattaya. The beach at Pattaya is filled with beach chairs and umbrellas, while on the boulevard a pleasant crowd is.

Above that, Pattaya is a good destination for those who love a good night life. At night, Pattaya is a sea of glowing neon signs, large night clubs, dance halls, bars and many ladies of pleasure. The main street is called 'Walking Street at night, where motorized traffic is prohibited. In Pattaya you can enjoy all day, because from early morning until late at night this city is alive!

Nightlife in Pattaya

After sunset Pattaya is transformed into a large entertainment paradise. The main street of Pattaya is transformed into 'Walking Street', the neon lights go on and the music and the festivities come towards you. Walking street is the street you can see from your eyes, there are countless bars, nightclubs and even outdoor Thai Boxing matches. Soi 1, 2 and 3 are also great entertainment. In Soi 3 are essentially many gay bars.

The Bamboo bar and beer bar Orn's act live bands every night. Spend some relaxed enjoyment of the music. There is also several Irish pub’s in Pattaya, Pattaya's shenanigans, including the cozy surroundings and the world famous Irish Guinness Beer.

Eating and drinking in Pattaya

In Pattaya there are several dining options. Many world cuisines are represented in the center of Pattaya, you can have many Western dishes such as pasta, pizza, and even "bratwurst mit brot.

The best Thai restaurants can be found in the 2nd street central Pattaya. The best seafood you can get in the restaurants of South Pattaya.

Shopping in Pattaya

There are several large shopping malls on the main streets of Pattaya. Big C is a large shopping mall with boutiques, shops, fast food restaurants and a supermarket, and is located on the 2nd street North Pattaya . Mike and Mike Shopping Mall Department Store is located between the south Street and Pattaya Center Street (this between the 2nd road-Beach road). Here you can purchase clothing, shoes, accessories, sportswear and cosmetics.

There are also many markets in Pattaya where you can buy for little money (fake) clothes, shoes, souvenirs and food. There is the Sunday Market at Sawang Fa Naklua Road. This market is open from Sunday morning until the afternoon. There is every Sunday again a huge variety of items displayed on this vibrant market. You can also buy beautiful plants and orchids. On the South Pattaya market, on the South road, you can go shopping every day and also great food! There are many food stalls where you can get delicious snacks. Moreover, there are several tourist markets in Pattaya, here are some stables together, where products are sold to tourists. These 'tourist market' can be found scattered throughout the city.

Golf

Golf is one of the most popular sports in Thailand. There are over 200 golf courses of very high quality, which over 20 are in the area of Pattaya. Fifteen of these courses are even suitable for official competitions. Some international designers have contributed to the design of these golf courses. Many golf courses in Pattaya alongside have good accommodation and recreational facilities, so your family can have fun while you playing golf. The best time for golf near Pattaya is the cool season from November to March. From April to October is a bit hotter and more precipitation falls. Did you know a number of golf courses in Thailand even allow between sunset and sunrise golf?! The tracks are beautifully lit and then the temperature has dropped to a fresh and pleasant climate for golf.

Sights and activities in Pattaya

The Temple Yansangwararam; is an impressive temple and is regularly visited by the King, and is known for its modern Thai architecture. In this temple ther are giving also meditation courses. This temple is located around 12 kilometer south of Pattaya. A bit further is a Chinese style building , named Wihan Sian. Here are art sales, from Chinese antiques.

Silver Lake Winery Pattaya; is a vineyard next to the 135 meter high Buddha image is also close to what Kao ChiChun Yansangwararam. Here's a great first draft of a vineyard and wine factory, Thai wine. Soon, they also opened a wine tasting, where you can taste the delicious Thai-Shiraz wines.

Mini Siam and Mini Europe; located near Pattaya Klang this miniature park (like Madurodam) where the European and Thai history is told. There are over one hundred models on a scale of 1:25 and the park is situated in the beautiful nature of Pattaya. The park is open daily from 7.00 to 22.00.

Million Years Stone Park & Crocodile Farm; this park is situated 9 kilometer from Pattaya. Here live more than a thousand crocodiles witch still growing. There is also a zoo and a bonsai garden. This park is open daily from 8.30 to 18.00. There are shows at 11.00, 14.00 and 16.30.

The Siam Country Club; a golf club is located on the Sukhumvit Highway. This course covers an area of nearly six square kilometers and has 72 pars. This is one of the most challenging golf courses in Thailand and situated in a beautiful hilly area. On this course you can also book a accommodation for you and your family.

Pattaya Elephant City; Close to Siam Country Club golf course is the Elephant City. Here you can see what type of work elephants do in the forest. They also play football and you can see how the elephants during the war were in a parade. The shows are performed daily at half past two.

Panarak Park; a park at 5 kilometer from Pattaya. There are good ponds for fishing, and all materials can be rented here. Also you can do alkinds of sports, such as, sailing and pedal boats. There are also several bungalows where you can stay there over.

The Bira International Circuit (Pattaya); is an international racing circuit. The 2.4 kilometers long circuit is ideal for formula 3 races. For those who hold power and speed this is a very fun day.

Jomtien Beach - Thailand

Jomtien Beach; the best beaches in the area of Pattaya. This beautiful white beach attracts many families who enjoy quiet laying on the beach.

Pattaya Park; between South Pattaya and Jomtien Beach there is Pattaya water park. This is a very nice park with for children to go. There are numerous water slides, whirlpools special for children. The park is open from 9.00 to 18.00. You can also rent accommodations.

Nong Nooch; a large park is located 15 kilometer south of Pattaya. It is a park in the style of a traditional Thai village. Here are orchids grown and you can visit a botanic garden. Furthermore, it offers cultural and traditional Thai performances and elephants shows.

Bang Saray fishing village; here are several opportunities for deep sea fishing.

Koh Lan is the largest island near Pattaya; A speedboat takes you in about 15 minutes to the island, where you can dive well, snorkeling, wind surfing, water skiing and parasailing. Also there is a speed boat with a glass bottom so you also can enjoy the underwater world without getting wet! There are many good restaurants on this island where you can eat delicious fish. You can go deep sea fishing near the neighboring islands: Koh Khrok and Koh Sak.

Pattaya Festival; a festival that is held in April. This exuberant festival is celebrated with lots of food, drink, beauty, markets and a spectacular fireworks on the beach.

Sports

There are many sports you can do in aria of Pattaya , both on land and on water. You will find good facilities including golf, tennis, go-karts, squash, badminton, bowling, jogging, paintball and motor racing, also all kinds of water sports in Pattaya can be carried include wind surfing, sailing, water skiing, deep sea fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving. For adventure lovers there are also opportunities for bungee jumping, parasailing and jungle tour.

Hors riding; at the horse Sport Center, 11 km along the Route 36 (near the Bira International Circuit) organizes mountain and jungle tours with Australian thoroughbred horses. Also lessons can be taken here.

Tennis; there are 14 hotels where you can played tennis, preference is given to the hotel guests. Some hotels have tennis instructors.

Go-kart; karts can be rented at the Pattaya Kart Speedway near Mini Siam. For the professional is on KR Gokart a 1.080 meters long course, this course can be found at the Bira International Circuit.

Squash; at the Cherry Tree Club can be squashed, this club is on the Siam Country Club Golf Course Road. Furthermore there are the Dusit Pattaya Restor and the Ambassador City Jomtien.

Paintball; This strategic and exciting game can be played every day at Paintball Parkwich, this is close to the Pattaya Kart Speedway.

Badminton; Badminton The Pattaya Court on Soi 17, is open 24 hours every day.

Bowling; There are three bowling alleys in Pattaya. Pattaya Bowl on Pattaya Road 2, Royal Jomtien Hotel and OD Bowl in South Pattaya.

Jogging; The jogging trail is surrounded by a beautiful park fitness, Pattaya Fitness Park. This park is near the top of the Pattaya Hill. Several hotels have jogging jobs. A nice place to jog along the promenades Pattaya Bay and Jomtien Beach.

Motor racing; The Bira International Circuit located at 14 km along the Route 36 towards Rayong outside the center of Pattaya. This one is 2.4 kilometers long track and ideal for Formula 1 racers. Every day here is the opportunity for speed demons in a 2 or 4 wheel-drive car racing on this challenging circuit.

Plenty of sports opportunities in Pattaya, Thailand

Watersports

Water Kien; the most popular venues for water skiing along the beach north and south of Pattaya Beach, Jomtien Beach and Ko Lan Island. Freshwater Kien may Lakeland Cable Water Ski, located on the Sukhumvit Highway.

Windsurfing; The best place for windsurfing is Jomtien Beach. There is also a wide range of surf schools for beginners. The Pattaya Windsurf Club on Jomtien Beach regularly hosts windsurfing competitions. The period October to November is the best time for windsurfing because of its excellent wind and water conditions.

Sailing; In Pattaya, there are several lasers that you hire, rent Pindles and Hoby Cats. In Pattaya, you can sail whole year. Visitors who want to know about renting boats and seasonal conditions can find information on each hotel or the Royal Varuna Yacht Club, Tel. (038) 251-115).

Deep sea fishing; there are many organizers that deep-sea expeditions organized. The waters around Manwic-hai, Rin and Kram Islands are the most popular among deep sea fishermen where you can fish on the marlin,king mackerel, barracuda and other Gulf residents. One of the organizers is Bangsaray Fishing Lodge, on the Sukhumvit Highway at about 20km from Pattaya, Bang Sare Village, Amphoe Sattahip, tel (038) 43-757

Scuba Diving; Pattaya Facilities offers good scuba diving. Particularly around the islands of Ko Pai, Ko Manwichai, and Ko Ko Luam Rim is very beautiful underwater world. Inexperienced divers can graduate to an open sea dive at different schools.

Parasailing; This sport can be practiced throughout the year. Several hotels have their own facilities on private beaches. And the best destinatios for parasailing is Ko Lan where asant and landing platforms are built at sea, so you can make great flights over sea.

Transportation in Pattaya

Transportation in Pattaya is well regulated. You can easily be transported by Songthaew (pick-ups with banks). This Songthaew run laps through the Beach Road and Pattaya 2nd road. There are also driving Songthaew to Naklua and Jomtien. The price of a trip varies from about 20 to 60 cents.

The Pattaya Beach Bus is designed for tourists. The Pattaya Beach buses run three routes. Each track has its own color: green for Pattaya, red to yellow to Jomtien and Naklua. The bus stops are colored, so you know which bus you should take. This service runs from 6 am in the morning to 2 am at night. A ticket costs 60 cents. You can also buy day tickets, three day tickets and tickets for months, Costs 2, 4 and 20, -. euro These cards are available at hotels and supermarkets.

Of course you can also explore Pattaya area with a car, motorbike or bicycle who you can rent out, true out many car and motorbike rentals.