Pattaya Information

Travel and Local Information Guide

The most common form of transport in Pattaya is a songthaew, a dark blue pick-up truck with two benches in the back and a cover on top. Called 'baht buses' by most people, the official fare within Pattaya is B5, but foreigners are expected to pay B10. Although two tier pricing irritates many people, fighting the system probably isn't worth the effort. The fixed fare only applies when the songthaew is following a set route like a bus. If you want it to take you somewhere off its route, you'll have to negotiate a price.

Events & Festivals in Pattaya

Much more than a long stretch of sand, the Pattaya City of today is a thriving, cosmopolitan city in which local Thais and people from every corner of the earth converge. Proof of this vibrancy, are the growing list of international events which take place here. These range from age-old cultural festivals and international ladyboy beauty contests, to full-length marathons and wind surfing competitions! Read More...

Getting around Pattaya

Most of Pattaya Beach’s hotels, clubs, bars and shops are condensed into an area that spans little more than a few kilometres, so it’s perfectly possible to get around entirely on foot. Read More...

Getting to Pattaya

Pattaya is just a 2 hour drive from Bangkok on good wide roads. Buses leave every half hour from Sukhumvit Soi 63, and with Suvarnabhumi Airport, getting to Pattaya is easier than ever. Read More...

Hospitals & Health

In general, the quality of Pattaya's medical care is second only to Bangkok. If you plan to get a major procedure done here, enjoy an added benefit of the sea, sun and sand right at your doorstep. Read More...

U-Tapao Pattaya International Airport

Situated at midway between Pattaya and Rayong (about 40km from each city), U-Tapao International Airport is part of the Royal Thai Navy Air Division in Sattahip. Read More...

Pattaya Property & Real Estate

Pattaya is an international playground of note, with the rare distinction of being both a beach destination and having all the creature comforts of a major metropolis. The delights of sun, sea and sand. Read More...

Tips and Phone Numbers

It’s extremely unlikely that anything will go wrong during your trip to Pattaya. However, even those in paradise aren’t immune from the occasional crime, accident or bout of illness. Alongside a few common-sense tips to help you avoid nasty mishaps, here are the contact numbers you’ll need if something should happen. Read More...

Weather & Climate

Pattaya’s weather is hot all year round. The average peak temperature is 29 degrees Celsius. Located near the top of the Gulf of Thailand, it is subject to annual monsoons and has three seasons. Read More...