Famous for its fast-paced life, the northern region of Pattaya is home to world-class tourist destinations. With several natural reserves, premium shopping outlets, water parks, cultural centers, and family-friendly hotels, the city offers a lot to explore.
Main Attractions
Sanctuary of Truth, popularly known as 'Heaven recreated on Earth', is built entirely of wood. The structure is a tribute to ancient religions and philosophies. The intricate wooden carvings reflect the cycle of life, Utopia, and humanity's relationship with the universe. The sanctuary also organizes cultural shows and boxing shows. Visitors can also go horseback riding, elephant trekking, and speed boating.
Ramayana Water Park is Thailand’s biggest and best water park. The park is home to 21 different water-themed rides. Some of the major highlights of the park are kids' Aquasplash park, green maze, double wave pool, serpentine slides spiral, a heart-stopping freefall and gentle slides for younger children. Whether you're an adult or a child, the park has something for all. Some of the best hotels near Ramayana Water Park are OYO 324 Deeden Pattaya Resort, and the OYO 549 Maesri Resort.
Central Center Pattaya is home to one of the largest malls in Thailand. The mall has top-notch brands, boutiques, jewelry, and accessory stores, eating joints and a five-screen cinema. The Central Center also boasts of colorful architectural design and has a plant-strew courtyard surrounded by over 130 shops.
Mini Siam is a must-visit if you want to experience all the wonders of Thailand and the world without having to hop from one country to the other. Some of the displays include Bangkok's Victory Monument, the Sydney Opera House, Wat Arun (The Temple of the Dawn), London's Tower Bridge, and the L'Arc de Triomphe in Paris. The bookings need to be made a day in advance.
Recommended Dishes
North Pattaya is famous for its seafood, salads, fruits, soups, desserts and meat-based dishes. Khao Gaeng, stir-fried curried rice with vegetables or meat, Kai Jeow, fluffy omelet and rice flavored with fish sauce or chilies, Moo Ping, grilled pork and sticky rice, Som Tum, papaya salad with dried seafood, peanuts, tomatoes fish sauce and chili and Gai Yang with Khao Niao, grilled chicken and sticky rice with dip sauces are some of the popular dishes. Two Lions Restaurant & Pub, Caravan, The Bistro, The Big Fish, and Patrick's Belgian Restaurant & Steakhouse are some of the best restaurants offering mouthwatering dishes at affordable prices.
How to Reach North Pattaya?
The nearest airport to North Pattaya is the U-Tapao Airport at a distance of 18.7 miles from the city. It serves both domestic and international flights flying to and from North Pattaya. The main forms of public transport in the region are trains, buses, cars, and tricycles.
Best time to visit North Pattaya
The months between November and February are the best months to visit North Pattaya. The weather during these months is pleasant making it ideal for outdoor activities.
To provide you with the best hospitality North Pattaya has to offer during your stay, OYO Hotels have more than 80 established properties in the city. Some of the basic amenities they offer include free-wifi, king/queen-sized beds, card payment, first aid, complimentary breakfast, 24/7 check-ins, wheelchair accessibility, daily housekeeping and in house restaurants. Some of the select hotels also offer tea/ coffee making facilities, swimming pools, dedicated game rooms, bars, and refrigerators. Some Budget Hotels are also pet-friendly.