If you too want to experience the true essence of
Pattaya, you need to lose yourself in its untouched nature and lovely beaches. And so, to help you with it, here are some of the best beaches in Pattaya. Have a look!
Jomtien Beach
Located just south of Pattaya's city center, Jomtien Beach has a lot going for it. It is quiet enough that you will not feel like you are at a party, but there still plenty of things happening. Bordered by glistening condo towers where expats and wealthy Thais alike make their coastal homes, Jomtien is a bit cosmopolitan compared to some of the other beaches, though there is plenty of
Thai flavor here, literally, thanks to all the street food stalls on the main road.
Koh Larn
Koh Larn, or Coral Island, has much more in common with the famous southern Thailand beaches than with other beaches in Pattaya. It is a little slice of paradise nestled away from a city which can at times feel like anything but. Perfect for a romantic getaway, the coral from which its name derives can be enjoyed through snorkeling or taking a glass bottom boat, and the clean, transparent water surrounding the beach should make for good visibility.
Wong Amat Beach
Wong Amat, located next to northern Pattaya Beach, is one of the cleanest and the best beaches in Pattaya. It is mostly visited by families and you can see kids playing with sands and families engrossed in day picnic on the beach. With spectacular view of azure sea, the beach has many luxury sea-facing hotels and restaurants for travelers.
Bang Saray Beach
Located the farthest south among all the beaches on this list, Bang Saray also feels the most isolated. This is perfect if you are looking for some R&R and do not want to be stimulated, intellectually or otherwise. However, you can make the journey all this way worth it by visiting the nearby Ramayana Water Park, or stopping at Pattaya Dolphin World en route.
Naklua Beach
Naklua means ‘salt field’ in local language. Surrounded by fishing habitat, Naklua Beach is located in the northern part of
Pattaya. It is popular for fishing boat rentals, surfing, and swimming, a few things that make it one of the best beaches of Pattaya. Chilling out under the sun in sun loungers at the outdoor shacks is a popular thing to do here. The beach shore is gradually becoming a little crowded with some five-star hotel chains establishing their resorts and hotels on the beach.
Pattaya Beach
There is no better place to start than the most popular and most lively beach in the city – Pattaya beach. At four kilometers long, this crescent-shaped beach has plenty of space for visitors and it needs it too, with plenty of people descending upon it to take advantage of the blazing sun and warm weather.
There is more than sunbathing on offer though. Parasailing, jet skiing and the classic banana boat are all available for you to enjoy, as well as beachside shacks that can prepare your favourite
Thai dish should you get peckish. It is also home to some great parties at night, if that is your cup of tea.
Dongtan Beach
Located north of Jomtien Beach, Dongtan is the quietest beach in Pattaya city. It is about 1.5 km long strip of golden sand backed by palm trees. This scenic beach is perfect for swimming, sailing, and fishing. Dongtan is also famous for watersports like jet skiing and banana boating and has several Thai body massage parlors on the shore. There is a special gay section on the beach itself. The otherwise serene beach gets busy in the afternoon during weekends.
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A guide to Pattaya's nightlife
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