Mind-blowing things to do in Pattaya that you must cross off your bucket list!

THINGS TO DO, PATTAYA Updated : Mar 2, 2017, 05.05 PM IST

Derek Freal

Derek Freal abandoned the American Dream in 2009 to travel the world and eventually realized that Asia is the best part, which is why most of his writing covers India to Indonesia (and everywhere in between). However Derek"s specialty is in unique and offbeat travel guides -- not just for Asia but countries across the globe -- and in producing travel videos. All this and more as the nomadic journey continues on http://blog.theHoliDaze.com.

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8 million tourists annually! That leaves us with an average of 22,000 tourists in Pattaya every day of the year! With that many people in town, surely there must be some fun activities and amazing sights to check out. But the city is so overwhelming, so where do you start? Fret not for we have the firsthand guide to the essential experiences and the best things to do in Pattaya.

Choose one, choose all!
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SIGHTSEEING, PATTAYA

Wat Phra Yai and the Big Buddha

Better known as Big Buddha Hill, Wat Phra Yai is located at the center of Pattaya and is an obligatory stop on your first trip to Pattaya—regardless of how many wats (temples) in Thailand you have already visited.

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Tiffany's Show

Be astounded by the Tiffany’s Show! When it comes to shows and performances in Pattaya, there is only one worth even mentioning—Tiffany’s Show. Sure, it may be lady boys, but it’s also a Thai legend.

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Water sports and more at Tawaen Beach on Koh Lan

See the ‘Pattaya City’ sign? Now see the large island off in the gulf to the right of that? That is Koh Lan, otherwise known as Coral Island, and it should definitely be on your Pattaya “to-do” list. Look back at the Pat...more

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THINGS TO DO, PATTAYA

Explore Beach Road

Beach Road is the heart of Pattaya. Three kilometers of food, fun, sun, souvenirs, scenery, street vendors, massage parlors, beer bars and more, as well as the way to Walking Street.

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Walk Down Walking Street

At 6 PM every day, the southern end of Beach Road closes to vehicular traffic and Walking Street officially comes to life. From South Pattaya Road all the way to the Bali Hai Pier, the entire street transforms into the e...more

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THINGS TO DO, PATTAYA

Zipline Kao Yai Da Mountain

What, you thought Pattaya was all beaches and water-based activities! There is so much more! Located about an hour’s ride from Pattaya up on the side of the mountain is Canopy Adventures, perfect for all your ziplining a...more

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Religious

SIGHTSEEING, PATTAYA

Prasat Sut Ja-Tum

Pattaya is already pretty extreme, so how do you top that? With the addition of an eccentric billionaire and his vision of an elaborate temple, one that has already been under construction for more than 20 years yet stil...more

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Art

SIGHTSEEING, PATTAYA

Art In Paradise

What makes paradise even better? Crazy cool three-dimensional artwork! Welcome to Art in Paradise, a trippy visual feast for the eyes. This collection contains over 100 different paintings grouped into different themes s...more

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Amusement Park

SIGHTSEEING, PATTAYA

Underwater World

Vacationing with kids? Then visiting an aquarium is a must. The Underwater World is a closer glimpse of all the marine life that exists just beyond the beaches and underneath the waves. From the basic species of shallow ...more

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Street Shopping

SHOPPING, PATTAYA

Jomtien Beach Night Market

After enjoying a beer or a glass of wine while watching the sunset, step across the street and on into Jomtien Beach Night Market. Although the Pattaya Night Bazaar may be bigger, this one is better. They both have all t...more

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