Pattaya Information
 Alangkarn
Theatre
is located 155 kilometers on Sukhumvit Road Jomtien, Pattaya
with an area of 80 rais. The entire project includes prototype
Hexa Stage Theatre, Cultural Rostrum and a Restaurant. ALANGKARN
is aiming towards a new concept of presenting the Thai Culture
to our clienteles, instead of the standard Thai traditional
dancing that could easily be founded elsewhere.For more
information , call 0 3825 6000 (Pattaya) or 0 2216 1949 (Bangkok
Office).
Bamrung Sport Club
On the bank of the Huai Sak Nok reservoir off Sukhumvit Highway
at Km. 150, the Bamrung Sport Club offers instructions and
facilities for water sports such as wind-surfing, Sailing, para-motor
and para-gliding. There are also facilities for horse-riding and
canoeing, catamaraning and kayaking. Tel: 0 3824 9841
Jomtien
Hat Chomthian (Jomtien) is a 9km.-long beach and only
4 kilometres from Pattaya. A beach road runs parallel to the
shore along which are hotels and other accommodation facilities.
Less noisy than Pattaya, it is popular as a site for relaxation,
swimming and water-sports.
Khao Pattaya
Khao Pattaya or Khao Phra Bat is a small hill to the south of
Pattaya Beach. An asphalt road leads up to the hilltop. Khao
Pattaya is now the site of the Naval radio station where the
monument of Krom Luang Chumphon Khet Udomsak, the Father of
Royal Thai Navy, is situated. A sacred Buddha image is also
enshrined on the hilltop. The view point on the hilltop offers a
panoramic view of Pattaya City and Pattaya Bay.
Koh Khrok
Some 8 kilometres off Pattaya Beach is Ko Khrok an isle almost
totally surrounded by rock formations. A gap of 100 metres to
the east is a stretch of sandy beach from which visitors can go
and enjoy viewing underwater coral reefs. This island can be
reached by chartered boat from South Pattaya. (this private
island is not allowed to enter)
 Koh
Lan
Koh Lan is some 7.5 kilometres or 45 minutes by ferry from
Pattaya. The 2 km. x 5 km. land area offers several white, sandy
beaches such as Hat Ta Waen, Hat Laem Thian and Hat Thong Lang.
Most of the tour boats make anchor to take advantage of the
foodshops and stalls along these beaches. Facing Hat Thong Lang
are coral ranges. Visitors can choose glass-bottom boats and
surface-diving. Hat Samae is located to the southwest while Hat
Ta Phan is to the west of the island.
Getting There: A ferry leaves South Pattaya pier daily from
10 a.m. until 6.30 p.m. One-way fare is 20 baht. On return, the
ferry leaves Ko Lan™s Na Ban Beach at 12 noon and 2 p.m. Speed
boats are also available along Pattaya beach.
Ko Phai, Ko Manwichai, Ko Luam, Ko Klungbadan
Two hours, 23 kilometers from Pattaya are the Ko Phai
Islands, the largest of which is Ko Phai. Others include Ko
Manwichai, Ko LuamĀ and Ko Klungbadan. The area is under the
supervision of the Royal Thai Navy. However, visitors are
allowed for swimming, relaxation or diving but only during
daytime. Overnight stays are not permitted.
Ko Sak
Some six hundred metres further from Ko Lan, or about 10
kilometres from Pattaya is Ko Sak a small island shaped like an
upturn horse-shoe. There are two connecting beaches to the north
and south. Along the south shore are ranges of corals. Ko Sak
can be reached by chartered boat from South Pattaya.
Mini Siam
Mini Siam located at Km. 143 on Highway No. 3, is a wonderland
of miniature replicas of such outstanding architectural works as
the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Democracy Monument, Bridge
over the River Kwai, Prasat Hin Phimai, etc. Replicals of places
of world significance are also displayed in the 'miniworld'
area. These include the Tower Bridge, Eiffel Tower, the Statue
of Liberty and Trevi Fountain. It is open daily from 9 a.m.
until 10 p.m. Admission fee is 200 baht. Call (038) 421628,
424232 or (02) 271 1896, 616 1533 for more information.
Panarak Park
Five kilometres on Phonprapha Nimit Road off Highway No. 3 at
Km. 145, the Panarak Park is a nature-based recreation facility.
With fishing gears for rent, visitors can relax in a game of
fishing. Tel: 0 3824 9605-6.
Pattaya Beach
The half-moon-shaped Pattaya Beach is about 4 kilometres long
with a road running parallel to the beach. From mid-section to
the southern end of the area are a vast array of restaurants,
bars, department stores, souvenir stores, as well as other
places of entertainment. To the north of the beach are various
mini-resorts and hotels in a more quiet atmosphere. For local
transportation, the "Baht buses" ply the routes along the Beach
Road and Pattaya 2nd Road.
 Pattaya
Elephant Village
Located on Phonpraphanimit Road which is off Highway No.3 at
Km.145, the Pattaya Elephant VillageĀ focuses on daily life of
elephants and their masters and also offers stage shows
demonstrating how to catch wild elephants, elephants-at-work in
the jungle, elephants playing football and a grand war elephants
parade. Elephant rides around the village. The one-hour-long
elephant shows are held at 14.30 hrs. Contact counter in
Tropicana Hotel, Tel: (038) 249145-7, 249818.
Elephant shows are also operated in other places. Most of
them are located on Sukhumvit Road. These include Ban Chang Thai
Tel: (038) 70628-91, Utthayan Chang Tel: (038) 716379, Thin
Chang Thai Tel: (038) 756516, 756577, Suan Chang Tel: (038)
756517 and Farm Chang Thai Tel: (038) 237825.
Sanctuary of Truth
Sanctuary of Truth a gigantic temple-like structure entirely
made of wood, is situated by the sea at Laem Ratchawet on Na
Klua Road, North Pattaya. With exquisite architectural features,
the sanctuary was conceived out of the vision that human
civilisation has been achieved and nurtured by religious and
philosophical truth. It is open daily from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Admission fee is 500 baht. Tel: 0 3822 5407
 Suan
Chaloemphrakiat (Fitness Park)
Suan Chaloemphrakiat (Fitness Park) is at foot of Pattaya hill
on Phratamnak Road. This small park, covering a large area, was
dedicated to commemorate His Majesty the King's sixtieth
birthday on December 5, 1988. The gardens of the park boast a
wide variety of flowering plants. There are also multipurpose
grounds and winding trails for walking or jogging and standard
exercise facilities. On any given day, a large number of people
will relax, jog, exercise or simple enjoy the scenery of Pattaya
in this park.
The Bira International Circuit
The Bira International Circuit, about 15 kilometres from Pattaya
on the Pattaya-Rayong Road (Highway No. 36), organises motor
and/or motorcycle races regularly over the weekends. For more
information, call 0 2280 3547, 0 2522 1731-8.
The Bottle Museum
The Bottle Museum is located at Km.145 of Highway No. 3. As its
name implies, it specializes in glass bottle containing
elaborately crafted creations, including the usual vessels. The
exhibits are the works of the Dutch master Peter Bedelais. Open
daily from 10.a.m. until 10 p.m. Admission fee is 100 baht for
adults and 50 baht for children. Call (038) 422957.
 The
Horseshoe Point
The Horseshoe Point is a horse-riding training center.
The Lakeland Water Cable Ski
The Lakeland Water Cable Ski, at Km. 150.5 on Highway No. 3, is
about 5 kilometres from Pattaya. Cable ski equipment are
available for use at its large fresh-water lake. Open daily 10
a.m.-9.00 p.m. Tel: 0 3823 2690-2
 The
million-Year Stone Park and Crocodile Farm
The million-Year Stone Park and Crocodile Farm located some 9
kilometres from Pattaya City. Its grounds are beautifully
landscaped with flowering and rock gardens. Hundreds of
crocodiles as well as some rare animals, including albino bears
and horses, are kept. There are crocodile shows, magic
performances and animal shows 6 times a day from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
The compound is open daily from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Admission fee is
300 baht. Call (038) 249347-9 or (02) 579 4008, 579 5033 for
more information.Getting there: Drive along Highway No. 3
(Sukhumvit) until you come to Km. 140 near Sawangfa Temple, then
turn into Chaiyaphonwithi (Route No.3024) and continue for 5
kilometres.
 The
Monkey Training Centre
The Monkey Training Centre located in Soi Chaiyaphruk off
Highway No. 3 at Km. 151, displays the intelligence of monkeys
trained to climbs and pick coconuts and to undertake other
activities. There is also cock-fighting, with is a traditional
pasttime of rural Thailand. A snake show is also staged. There
are five shows daily at 9 am., 11 a.m., 12 noon, 2 p.m. and 5
p.m. Admission fee is 250 baht. Call 0 3875 6367, 0 3875 6570
for more information.
The Motion Master Moving Theatre
The Motion Master Moving Theatre also in the Royal Garden Plaza,
offers hi-tech screening of motions and movements as experienced
in real life. Open daily from 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Tel: 0 3871
0294-8.
 The
Pattaya Cart Speedway
The Pattaya Cart Speedway is a small racing track about 5
kilometres south of Pattaya on Thep Prasit Road. Open for both
professional and amateur drivers, it is open daily from 9.30
a.m.-6.30 p.m. Tel: 0 3842 2044.
The Pattaya Horse-riding Training Center
The Pattaya Horse-riding Training Center, at Km. 11 on Highway
No. 36, has horses for hire. Tel: 0 3822 5149.
The Pattaya Park
The Pattaya Park at Chomthian features a large water park with
giant sliders and a tower with a revolving restaurant which
offers a panoramic view of Pattaya. Visitors can enjoy many toys
which offer excitement and a great fun. Tel: 0 3825 1201-8 or 0
2579 9612-4, 0 2941 2056.
The Ripley's believe It or Not
The Ripley's believe It or Not Odditorium situated in the Royal
Garden Plaza on Beach Road, has a large collection of stories of
oddities from every corner of the globe. Admission fee is 280
baht for adults and 230 baht for children.
The World Dog Centre
A little under 3 kilometres on Phonpraphanimit Road off
Sukhumvit is a canine training facility. The World Dog Centre
has more than 250 different species of dogs and stages daily
shows by well-trained police dogs four times daily. Admission
fee is 300 baht for adults and 150 baht for children. Call 0
3873 1275-6 for information. (close up the business 2/5/02)
Wong Phrachan Beach
Wong Phrachan Beach is on the northern side of Pattaya Bay. The
1 kilometre beach shares the same entrance as the Central Wong
Amat Hotel. A quiet spot, the beach is ideal for swimming and
relaxation.
Koh Si Chang
 Chao
Pho Khao Yai Shrine
Chao Pho Khao Yai Shrine Situated on a northern hill of the
island, the shrine is a natural architecture masterpiece,
revered by both the Thai and Chinese worshippers. From here the
front side of the island with a panoramic view of Sichang
community can be clearly seen.
Hat Tham Phang
Hat Tham Phang Khao Tham Phang at the back of the island
surrounds this white sandy beach. The sloping beach is thus on
the unwindy side. The sea is clear and not too wavy. It is a
good spot for swimming and lazing on the beach to admire the
sunset.
Khao Khat Pass and Hat Hin Klom
Khao Khat Pass and Hat Hin Klom The name of " Hat Hin Klom"
comes from the rounded rocks on the beach which have been
"rounded" by the westerly wind that normally comes from March to
September. The white sand makes the beach look clean and clear.
There pass on the back side of the island is also another
vantage point to watch the sunset.
Mondop atop Buddha's Footprint King Rama V
Mondop atop Buddha's Footprint King Rama V had this footprint
replica installed on top of Khaya Sira Hill. It is another
vantage point to admire Ko Sichang and its surrounding.
Phra Chuthathut Ratchathan
Phra Chuthathut Ratchathan The only palace amidst the sea. King
Rama V had it built in 1892 as a holiday retreat and a
convalescence home for his wives and children. The king loved to
visit Sichang Island because of the beautiful scenery and the
tranquil atmospere it offered. It was also a big cargo station
with lively transactions with foreign ships. For the
construction, the king spent the money from his private
treasury. He named the palace after the name of Prince
Chuthathut who was born here.The landscaping of the palace
compound has carefully planned. Residential quarters,
lawns,pools, and swamps are designed and located in ascending
tiers from the beach up to the top of the hill, alternated with
frangipani trees (Plumeria acuminata) of different colours.
Each building was named after the queen who sponsored its
decoration, for example, Watthana Mansion, Phongsi Mansion, and
Aphirom Mansion. On the beach there is a green house made of
wood decorated with ginger-bread patterns.
A building called " Man-that Phairot" was unfortunately
stopped by the Thai-Franco disturbance in 1894. In 1899 the king
had it moved to Dusit Palace in Bangkok and had the construction
completed. He named it " Vimanmek" which is now opened as a
museum. A temple called " Wat Atsadang Nimit " was also built on
a hill near the palace. Western architectural style was adapted
and applied to the construction of the temple.
Phanat Nikhon
 The
Promotion Centre for Bamboo Basketry Skills
Long known for its fine basketry products, Phanat Nikhom
originally made them for daily use. The products were gradually
developed into more elaborate and marketable hand-crafted items.
The major market is on Ko Kaeo Road behind the Municipal Market
I. To view the production process and higher quality items, pay
a visit to the Promotion Centre for Bamboo Basketry Skills on
Intha-asa Road near the district office, which is a
royally-initiated project of Her Majesty the Queen.
Sattahip
Ao Dong Tan
Ao Dong Tan Next to Sattahip Market is the curvy bay with lines
of fan-palms called " tan " trees from which the name of the by
is derived. The peaceful and quiet atmosphere of the bay
attracts local regulars who would like to take a rest.
Bang Saray
Bang Sa-re or Bang Saray is a fishing village some 16 kilometres
south of Pattaya, with a right turn at Km. 164. South of Bang
Saray is a deep bay suitable for angling. To the north are
accommodation and dining facilities along the beach.
Chong Samae San
Another village offering good fishing opportunities is Chong
Samae San, located some 17 kilometres further from the Sattahip
deep-water port. There are bungalow-type accommodations and
tourists can charter boats to enjoy fishing around the nearby
islands. All these small island are under the jurisdiction of
the navy.
Hat Nang Ram
Hat Nang Ram Situated close to the Sattahip deep-water port,
Nang Ram beach is about 200 metres long. At the tip of the beach
stands the shrine of Kromluang Chumphonkhetudomsak, the Father
of Royal Thai Navy. The atmosphere is very peaceful with shadowy
pine trees and lines of frangipani trees.
Hat Toei Ngam
Hat Toei Ngam Lines of toei trees (Pandanus kaida Kurz) on the
200 metre crescent beach add to the tranquillity of the
atmosphere. The northern side of the beach is located a naval
museum and monument. Toei Ngam Beach is under the navy's
supervision. It is, however, open to the general public from 6
a.m. to 9 p.m. every day.
 Nong
Nooch Garden
About 18 kilometres south of Pattaya, with a left turn from
Sukhumvit Road at Km. 163, is Nong Nooch Garden a sprawling
recreation park in typical Thai settings. Groups of traditional
Thai houses and gardens of different flowering plants are dotted
around the beautifully landscaped site. There are daily cultural
and elephant shows attracting crowds of delighted visitors. Show
times are 10.15 a.m. and 3.45 p.m. Admission fee is 300 baht.
Tel: 0 3842 9321, 0 3842 9958, 0 3870 9358-62 or Bangkok Office
Tel: 0 2252 1786
Viharnra Sien
One kilometre from the temple is a Chinese-style structure
called Viharnra Sien built by Thais of Chinese descendants.
Within the beautiful structure are housed Chinese antiquities
and exhibition of Chinese religious belief. It is open daily
from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission : 50 baht.
Wat Yansangwararam
This temple is 15 kilometres south of Pattaya City, turning left
from Sukhumvit Highway at Km.160. The temple was dedicated to
Somdet Phra Yanasangwon, the present Supreme Pariarch in 1976
and was later graciously admitted under the patronage of His
Majesty the King. The temple ground, a total area of 146 acres,
comprises a mondop (four gable pavilion) which enshrines a
replica of the Buddha's footprints, a large stupa where the
relics of the Lord Buddha and those of the Lord Buddha's
disciples are enshrined. There are Phra Yanaretwihan and
international pavilion representing several countries throughout
the ground.
Si Racha
CMT Flying Club
CMT Flying Club This is a world-class sports flying complex at
Km.10 of Highway No.36 on the way to the Khao Kheow Open Zoo.
The CMT Flying Club provides a manicured turf runway for use by
both light and ultralight aircraft and has designated flying
areas for radio-controlled (RC) model aircraft flying. The club
also provides comprehensive facilities for its members and
visitors, including a government certified flying school,
aircraft maintenance centre and RC model shop. Visitors can
enjoy a 15-minite fly on a light aircraft with skilled
instructor, which costs 1,300 baht per person. It is open on
Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Call 0 3827 3250-7 for
more information
 Khao
Kheow Open Zoo
Khao Kheow Open Zoo covers a vast tract of forestland and is
operated by the Zoological Garden Organization. It is located 19
kilometres after a left turn at Bang Phra, about 20 kilometres
south of Chon Buri on Sukhumvit Road. There are more than 200
species of wildlife living in their natural habitat. They
include both domestic and imported types. Open daily from 8 a.m.
until 6 p.m., the zoo is also put on shows of well-trained
animals and birds. Admission fee is 300 baht for adults and 150
baht for children. A new feature is the Night Safari Tour by
auto-trams. Call 0 38 29 8188, 0 3829 8270 ext 19
Ko Loi
Ko Loi is a small islet near the northern shore of Si Racha.
Connected to the mainland by a bridge, it is a popular location
for recreation by the local people. A flight of stairs leads up
to the breezy hill-top which offers a delightful view of the
sea.
 Namtok
Chan Ta Then
About 15 kilometres from Sukhumvit Road on the same route to the
Khao Khieo Open Zoo is Namtok Chan Ta Then. The section of the
road close to the fall is quite steep. With five secondary
levels, it can be reached on foot along the path running along
side the stream. The best time to visit is between
August-November when the water is clear and still plentiful.
Satahip Butterfly Garden
Satahip Butterfly Garden Situated at Km. 10 of Highway No.36,
this butterfly garden covers an area of 15 acres, regarded as
the largest in Asia. There are also a bee museum and an orchid
farm in the area. The garden is open daily from 8.30 a.m.-5.30
p.m. Admission: 80 baht for adults and 40 baht for children.
Call 0 3829 8330 for more information
Siracha Tiger Zoo
Sri racha Tiger Zoo At Km. 20 on Highway No. 36 between
Pattaya and Bang Saen or 10 kilometres from Si Racha, keeps a
large number of Bengal tigers, as well as crocodiles and other
animals. There are shows involving trainers with tigers and
crocodiles. Visitors will thrill to see how friendship can be
possible among tigers, pigs and dogs who live together. The park
is open daily from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission fee is 250 baht for
adults and 150 baht for children. Call 0 3829 6556-8 or 0 2530
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