Big Buddha Pattaya (Wat Phra Yai)
- 📍 Pattaya
- 💰 Free admission.
- ⏱ 45–60 minutes
- 👨👩👧 Family-friendly
- ☀️ Outdoor
Visit early in the morning or towards the end of the afternoon, when the heat is usually less intense. Spend time exploring…
View placePattaya Viewpoint: Panoramic Views of the Bay
Pattaya Viewpoint, on Phra Tamnak Hill, is one of the city’s best-known panoramic stops. The lookout overlooks Pattaya Bay, its curved beachfront and the skyline along the coast.
Practical information
AddressPhra Tamnak Road, Nong Prue, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand
PriceFree admission.
Duration30–60 minutes
Best timeLate afternoon, for the sunset atmosphere and the changing lights over Pattaya Bay.
✓ Family-friendly– Rainy day✓ Outdoor✓ Evening✓ Free
Opening hours
Listed opening hours: daily, 07:00–22:00, according to DASTA.
Location
Why visit
The elevated viewpoint gives visitors a broad view across Pattaya Bay. Nearby sights include Wat Khao Phra Bat and the monument dedicated to Prince Chumphon, an important figure in Thai naval history.
Our tip
Come in the late afternoon to see the bay in daylight and then the city lights. You can also visit Big Buddha Pattaya, located on the same hill.
How to get there
Pattaya Viewpoint sits on Phra Tamnak Hill between South Pattaya and Jomtien. A taxi, motorcycle taxi or ride-hailing service is usually the easiest way to get there; scooters and cars can also access the hill.
Practical tips
• Allow around 30–60 minutes.
• Admission to the viewpoint is free.
• Late afternoon is a good time for the panoramic views.
• Bring water and sun protection during the day.
• Parking is available near the lookout.
• Combine the visit with nearby Big Buddha Pattaya if time allows.
Combine with
The Sanctuary of Truth
- 📍 Pattaya
- 💰 Adult admission: 500 THB for a day tour or 700 THB for a night tour, according to the museum’s official website.
- ⏱ 1.5–2 hours
- 👨👩👧 Family-friendly
- 🏠 Indoor
Visit in the morning for more comfortable temperatures and enough time to appreciate the carvings. Dress modestly and follow the safety instructions…
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