Wat Yanasangwararam (Temple)
Wat Yan, as the locals call it, is about 15 kms. from South Pattaya and is the most spacious and charming Buddhist compound in the area. Considered one of the "Great Buddhist Temples of Thailand", It comprises several exquisitely constructed shrines surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens, all centered around a peaceful lake.

Nong Nooch Tropical Garden
15 km from South Pattaya, it is considered one of the biggest and most unique botanical gardens in Southeast Asia featuring an amazing variety of palm trees, ferns and orchids. Visit the zoo or enjoy the Thai cultural or elephant shows which run daily.

Wanasin Farm
Experience and participate in true Thai traditions in a very charming setting. Explore the fruit plantation or the floating market, then watch the Thai buffalos at work in the rice fields. After a delicious Thai lunch, enjoy the folk dances or have a traditional Thai wedding arranged for you and your loved one.

Mini Siam
A complex featuring miniature reproductions of major historical sites in Thailand including the ancient capitals of Sukhothai and Ayuthaya, as well as well-known international landmarks such as The Statue of Liberty, The Sydney Opera House and The Eiffel Tower. A go-cart track is also located within the grounds.

Ripley's Believe It or Not Museum
Asia's second museum of its kind features a Motion Master theatre, Lazer Trek adventure and permanent and travelling displays of unbelievable human feats and animal freaks.

Pattaya Elephant Village
This village features trained elephants performing demonstrations of the work their ancestors performed, as well as some fun activities that will have you in awe. Daily shows and elephant rides are a big hit with visitors.

BEYOND PATTAYA

Koh Samet Island, Rayong
An hour's drive from Pattaya off the coast of Rayong Province, the island offers beautiful beaches with charming white sand, strange shaped rocks, water sports and diving.

Ban Phe, Rayong
The stopping-off point for the ferry ride to Koh Samet is the charming fishing port of Ban Phe, characterized by narrow streets. Stalls along the main street offer a wide variety of marine produce, souvenirs and trinkets fashioned from shells.

Khao Khiew Open Zoo
About a half hour drive from Pattaya, the attractive drive-through zoo is one of the largest in Asia. View wildlife, safari style, enjoy bird watching at the aviary then visit the Chanta and the waterfall, just 7 km down the road.

Sri Racha Tiger Zoo
A half-hour drive from Pattaya, observe over 200 tigers in natural surroundings, hold them, feed them, and have a photo taken with the tiger cubs.

Marine Science Museum, Bang Saen
Situated 30 km from Pattaya, the museum is home to various species of fish, marine animals and plants. There are also exhibitions featuring oceanographic equipment, fishing gear, shells and underwater archaeology.