Pattaya Family Vacation Guide

Start your journey for family Vacations to Thailand with Pattaya. It is one of the best family vacation destinations in Thailand, offers a wide range of attractions, adventure activities, nightlife, shopping and entertainment. Pattaya has two main beaches- Central Pattaya Beach which is very crowded and Jomtien Beach which is a family-friendly beach in Pattaya.

How to Reach Pattaya:

By Road: Once you take airplane to Bangkok, there is direct bus from airport to Pattaya. And you also could go to Bangkok bus terminal to take air-conditioned bus direct to Pattaya.

Pattaya Family Accommodation:

Family accommodation in Pattaya is plentiful. You will have no problem in Pattaya finding something perfect for your needs. Family resorts in Pattaya tend to have many facilities like multiple pools and restaurants, gym, spa etc. and may include activities and the option of an all-inclusive stay. Family villas in Pattaya can be an excellent choice for Thailand holidays with family. This generally comes with an entire private house with a yard and pool- perfect accommodation for your family. We list the best family hotels in Pattaya along with resorts and villas from our personal experience and online reviews:

  • Dusit Thani Pattaya
  • Pullman Pattaya Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Pattaya
  • Mövenpick Siam Hotel Na Jomtien Pattaya
  • Hilton Pattaya
  • Pattaya Discovery Beach Hotel

Food in Pattaya:

Pattaya is a fabulous place for food. It is not hard to find food in Pattaya. In the central Pattaya beach area, you will find a variety of food options including western types, Indian food and local street food in Pattaya. If you are traveling in Thailand on a budget then try to taste some local foods as western or Indian foods are pretty expensive in Thailand.

You will not have any problem to find vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Pattaya. If you like seafood, you must try some Thai foods from street food stalls. Here is some personal recommendation for family-friendly restaurants in Pattaya:

  • Benihana at Avani Pattaya– Vegetarian-friendly restaurant, Japanese cuisine.
  • Indian By Nature– Indian restaurant in Pattaya with veg and non-veg options both
  • MAYs Urban Thai Dine – The serve authentic Thai foods

Best Things to do in Pattaya with Family:

Visit Coral Island:

Coral Island, also known as Koh Larn is a beautiful getaway destination in Pattaya. It is just a 45-minute boat ride from Pattaya Pier. The beach is well maintained. Spend a relaxing time with your family. Explore the gorgeous beaches of Koh Larn and enjoy exciting watersports like waterskiing, windsurfing, banana boat riding, parasailing, and many more. You can also swim or snorkel in the clear turquoise water. Visiting this scenic island is a must during your Thailand family vacation.

Get up Close to Tigers at Tiger Park:

Experience a rare encounter in Pattaya Tiger Park. It is really fun as well as a thrilling moment to have close contact with different sizes of tigers. If you visit here with kids, be more careful while taking a photo. Although all the tigers are there under trained staff.

Pattaya Underwater World:

Underwater World Pattaya is an excellent choice to visit with kids. Explore the sea creatures with colorful corals while going through a clear acrylic tunnel. Don’t miss the chance to see shark and manta ray feeding shows.

Ramayana Water Park:

It is a big water playground located in South Pattaya, surrounded by mountains. Ramayana water park is the biggest amusement park in Thailand which is a must-visit place in Pattaya with kids or family. The water park is open from 10 am to 6 pm daily.

Visit Khao Pattaya View Point:

It should be there on the list of places to visit in Pattaya. Khao Pattaya Viewpoint is located on Pratumnak Hill, between South Pattaya and Jomtien. This popular Pattaya tourist spot offers a magnificent panoramic view of Pattaya city. The viewpoint area is open till 9 pm, so you can enjoy a beautiful night view also from the top.

Pattaya Floating Market:

Enjoy a boat ride at the traditional Thai floating market where vendors sell grocery items wearing rice hats paddling slowly down the water. It is really fun walking through the wooden houses built in a different style. Take photos wearing traditional Thai dress.

Nong Nooch Tropical Garden:

While traveling Pattaya with your family go to Nong Nooch Garden. You will surely love it for its French garden, Butterfly garden, Animal sculpture garden, Stonehenge garden and many more other gardens which are spread out in an area of around 600 acres. Exploring the themed park will be really enjoyable.

The list of things to do in Pattaya with family is endless. You can also go for KAAN show, Big Buddha Temple and Frost Magical Ice of Siam.

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