Beaches and Big Nights

Pattaya

Two hours from Bangkok, with island day trips, water sports and shows. The easiest beach add on to a city trip.

Best time
November to March
Ideal length
2 nights

Pattaya works because it is close. A coach from Bangkok gets you there in about two hours, which means you can have city and coast in the same four night trip. Coral Island is the standard day out, and the Sanctuary of Truth is worth an hour even if you are not usually a temples person.

Not sure where to start?

Talk to someone who has been. We will tell you honestly whether Pattaya suits the trip you have in mind.