Pattaya
Attractions
 Ripley’s Believe It or Not
For those with a taste for the outlandish or out-of-this-world,
Ripley’s Believe It or Not is a must-see. Located on level
three of the Royal Garden Plaza, the museum houses more than
300 exhibits that display all sorts of bizarre phenomena and
weird, unexplained mysteries. The Haunted Adventure is a
reenactment of a mystery from the past that took place at the
Grimsby and Streaper Casket Company. Other immersive displays
include the Infinity Maze and the Motion Master. Ripleys Website
 Mini Siam
Located on Sukhumvit road at the centre of Pattaya, Mini Siam
is a miniature recreation of Thailand’s most well-known
historic buildings and popular tourist attractions. This is one
of Pattaya’s most touristy destinations and is generally
teeming with foreign and local visitors alike. The display is
in 1:25 scale and includes a spread of 80 buildings. Some of
the miniatures include the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Temple
of Phimai in Nakorn Ratchisima and Don Muang Airport. In the
evening, the exhibits take on new life when they are
illuminated for the last round of visitors.
 Pattaya Elephant Village
Over the centuries, elephants have served Thailand in a variety
of roles, beginning as mammoth super weapons in times of war
and transitioning to beasts of burden in the teak wood
industry. Today, they serve mainly as entertainers and
educators to foreign tourists. Pattaya’s elephant village is
located on Sukhumvit road in the city centre. Here, visitors
can take elephant rides, watch them performing their skills in
forestry and even catch them playing football. The elephant
shows start in the afternoon and are accompanied by an English
commentary.
Pattaya Elephant Village Website
 Sriracha Tiger Zoo
Anyone seeking close contact with big, impressive animals
should head to the Sriracha Tiger Zoo, located 30 minutes drive
north of Pattaya on Route 3241. In addition to tigers, this
facility has crocodiles, scorpions and elephants. A few shows
are performed each day including the crocodile roundup and the
more outlandish woman wrestling a crocodile act. Meanwhile,
visitors are given plenty of opportunities to view and interact
with the tigers, the facilities main attraction. Guests are
allowed to bottle-feed and take photos with some of the
cubs.
Sriracha Tiger Zoo Website
 Nong Nooch Tropical Garden
Nong Nooch Tropical Garden is a sprawling replica of a Thai
village that covers 600 acres. The re-creation is intended to
offer foreign tourists a glimpse into the rural and more
agricultural heritage of Thailand. A zoo is located on the
grounds, as is a recreational lake, cactus garden and an
impressive collection of orchids. Several presentations are
hosted in the arts and cultural centre including Thai boxing
and Thai dance and elephant shows. A shuttle departs from the
Nipa Lodge Hotel and accommodation in the grounds of the park
itself makes it possible to stay overnight.
Nong Nooch Gardens Website
 Wat Yansangwararam
A few miles south of Pattaya city centre, Yansangawararam
Temple was built in 1988 to commemorate King Bhumibol’s
ascension to the throne. The temple grounds are large and
well-kept, with a pond, Chinese pavilions and a small museum
dedicated to artefacts and works of art from China. The temple
can be reached via a 299-stair climb to the top of a hill with
panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
 Khao Cheejan Buddha
Mountain
Buddha Mountain is
located about 20 minutes by car from the seaside resort
town of Pattaya. Travelling from Pattaya, you head south
on Sukhumwit Road. About 4.5 km after passing the towering
Ambassador Hotel, you will see a sign for Khao Chee Chan
on the left. The road passes Buddha Mountain and
ultimately intersects with Highway 331. There is no
admission fee.
 Sanctuary of Truth
The Sanctuary of Truth is a 105m high wooden temple featuring
contemporary religious art, currently being built in Pattaya,
Thailand. The construction has been initiated and sponsored by
Lek Viriyaphant, an eccentric Thai millionaire and patron of
culture.Begun in 1981 and scheduled to be complete in 2025, it
is in the style of the ancient Khmer architecture such as that
at Angkor and entirely covered in hand-carved wooden sculpture.
It has four gopura, respectively representing images from the
Buddhist and Hindu religion and mythologies of Cambodia, China,
India and Thailand. Sanctuary of Truth Website
 Pattaya Beach
The number one draw to Pattaya is its more than two miles of
beach that border the city. Some visitors come for the water
sports, like jet-skis and banana boats; others come to walk on
the tree-lined paths and still others to rent a deckchair and
relax on the beach. A string of casual restaurants sell fresh,
top-notch seafood that can be eaten in comfortable outdoor
settings with views of the ocean. Boats can be chartered to
nearby islands for snorkelling and exploring.
 Nightlife and Pattaya
In many ways, Pattaya has become synonymous with the country’s
infamous sex industry and this aspect of the city can’t be
denied. Many tourists come for the go-go bars on Walking
street. Beyond the seedy side of Pattaya, there is also a
thriving nightlife with no shortage of bars, clubs and
restaurants to visit after hours.Many English and Irish style
pubs offer a more laid-back evening in a non-sleazy atmosphere.
Walking Street Website
 Amusement parks
There are several amusement parks in the area that capitalise
on the strong wave of tourists that stream through Pattaya. The
Funny Land Amusement Park includes several rides, a roller
coaster and a carousel. A monorail transports visitors all over
the park. Underwater World is Asia’s largest and most modern
aquarium that features a Plexiglas underwater promenade more
than 100 yards long. Located next to the Pattaya Park Hotel,
Pattaya Water Park is an enormous facility with whirlpools,
water slides and Jacuzzis. The Pattaya Park Resort and
Amusement Park owns a secluded stretch of beach and three
towering, revolving restaurants that offer panoramic views of
the land and seascape. Visitors can also participate in thrill
and adventure rides like the Cable Jump slide-line. Pattaya Water Park Website
 Million Years Stone Park and Pattaya Crocodile
Farm
Located 15 minutes drive from the city centre, the Million
Years Stone Park is housed on 160,000 square meters and
contains a wide range of interesting plant and animal
specimens. The grounds are well-landscaped, especially the
beautiful bonsai garden. An on-site zoo is home to elephants,
crocodiles and a rare group of albino bears. The most
impressive animal here is the crocodile, of which there are
more than 1,000 breeds. Daily shows include crocodile roundups
and daily elephant shows. Million Years Stone Park and Crocodile Farm
Website
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