Pattaya
Pattaya Tour Itinerary - 4 Days & 3 Nights
Day 1: Arrival and Pattaya Exploration
Morning: Arrival in Pattaya
Arrive in Pattaya via Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi Airport). It takes about 2 hours by road.
Check-in at your hotel and freshen up.
Afternoon: Visit the Pattaya Beach and Walking Street
Head to Pattaya Beach to relax and soak up the sun. Enjoy water sports like parasailing, jet-skiing, or banana boat rides.
- Stroll along Walking Street, Pattaya's iconic nightlife hub, filled with bars, clubs, restaurants, and street performances.
Evening: Alcazar Cabaret Show
- Witness the famous Alcazar Show, a glamorous cabaret performance with stunning costumes, music, and dazzling lights. The show is a must-see for its entertainment value and cultural diversity.
- Timing: 5:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 8:00 PM, and 9:30 PM
- Duration: 70 minutes
Night: Walking Street Nightlife
- Continue exploring Walking Street at night. This area truly comes alive after dark with vibrant street food vendors, live music bars, dance clubs, and adult-themed shows.
Day 2: Coral Island Adventure and Night Market
Morning: Coral Island (Koh Larn) Tour
- Take a speedboat to Coral Island (Koh Larn), located 7 km off the coast of Pattaya. Enjoy a day full of adventure:
- Snorkeling to explore marine life
- Glass-bottom boat rides
- Parasailing, jet skiing, or simply relax on the pristine beaches like Tien Beach or Samae Beach.
- Have lunch at one of the beachfront restaurants before returning to Pattaya in the early afternoon.
Afternoon: Visit Pattaya Floating Market
- Head to the Pattaya Floating Market, where you can explore Thai culture, traditional food, and handicrafts on small wooden boats navigating through the market.
- Take a boat ride and visit different sections showcasing products from the four regions of Thailand: North, Northeast, Central, and South.
Evening: Thepprasit Night Market
- Visit Thepprasit Night Market, one of the most famous weekend markets in Pattaya, to enjoy local street food, clothing, accessories, and souvenirs.
- Don’t miss trying dishes like grilled seafood, pad thai, mango sticky rice, and Thai iced tea.
Night: Beach Road Exploration
Take a leisurely walk along Beach Road and enjoy a drink at one of the many beachfront bars.
Day 3: Cultural and Adventure Day
Morning: Nong Nooch Tropical Garden
Visit Nong Nooch Tropical Garden, a beautifully landscaped park with cultural shows, botanical gardens, and elephant performances.
- Highlights: Thai cultural dance shows, pottery gardens, orchid nurseries, and the impressive Dinosaur Valley.
- Duration: Spend about 3–4 hours here.
Afternoon: Pattaya Viewpoint & Big Buddha
- Visit Pattaya Viewpoint (Khao Pattaya Viewpoint) on Pratumnak Hill for a panoramic view of Pattaya Bay.
- Continue to the nearby Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai), a stunning 18-meter golden Buddha statue and a revered spiritual site.
- After the cultural exploration, visit a café for a snack or coffee.
Evening: Tiffany's Cabaret Show or Alangkarn Cultural Show
- For a different cultural experience, enjoy the Tiffany's Show, another famous cabaret show in Pattaya. It’s one of the original transvestite shows in Thailand.
- Alternative Option: Alangkarn Show, a Thai cultural show with traditional performances, elephants, and pyrotechnics.
Night: Nightclub Experience
- Explore nightclubs like Lucifer Disko, Mixx Discotheque, or Insomnia to experience Pattaya's vibrant clubbing scene with international DJs and dance floors.
Day 4: Final Day and Departure
Morning: Sanctuary of Truth
- Visit the Sanctuary of Truth, a magnificent wooden temple with intricate carvings showcasing Thai craftsmanship. This architectural wonder combines elements of Buddhism and Hinduism.
- Take a guided tour to understand the philosophy behind the sanctuary.
- Duration: 2 hours
Afternoon: Shopping at Central Festival Pattaya
- Visit Central Festival Pattaya, the largest shopping mall in Pattaya, for some last-minute shopping and dining.
- Enjoy local and international brands or relax at a restaurant with views of Pattaya Beach.
Evening: Departure
- Head back to your hotel, check out, and transfer back to Bangkok for your flight home, wrapping up your Pattaya adventure.
Tourist Tips for Pattaya:
1. Nightlife: Pattaya is famous for its nightlife, particularly along Walking Street, but also has plenty of family-friendly options like cabaret shows and beachfront bars.
2. Water Activities: Coral Island is ideal for water sports enthusiasts.
3. Shopping: From street markets like Thepprasit Night Market to upscale malls like Central Festival, Pattaya has a variety of shopping experiences.
4. Cultural Shows: Alcazar and Tiffany's Shows are must-see performances showcasing Thailand's artistic and cultural diversity.
5. Dress Code: While casual attire is fine for most places, remember to dress modestly when visiting temples and cultural sites.
This itinerary offers a perfect balance of culture, adventure, relaxation, and a taste of Pattaya’s famous nightlife.
