City: Chonburi Province
Top Things to do in Chonburi Province
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What to do and see in Chonburi Province, Thailand: The Best Things to do
Chonburi (Thai: ชลบุรี, RTGS: Chon Buri, [tɕ͡ʰōn bū.rīː] ( listen)) is an eastern province (changwat) of Thailand. Neighboring provinces are (from north clockwise) Chachoengsao, Chanthaburi, and Rayong. To the west is the Gulf of Thailand. Chonburi is home to Thailand's largest tourist oriented city, Pattaya (also spelled Phatthaya), it is the only province outside the Bangkok Metropolitan Area to connect by an eight-lane motorway to Bangkok, 80 km distant. It is home to Thailand's largest and primary seaport, it has a thriving migrant and expatriate population. Due to these factors, the province's population is growing rapidly, with currently some 1.7 million residents (albeit with a large floating or unregistered population). The registered population as of 31 December 2012 was 1.36 million.
Restaurants in Chonburi Province
1. The Sanctuary Of Truth
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,962 reviews
The Sanctuary of Truth is a gigantic wooden construction which covers the area of more than two rais. The top point of the building is about 105 meters high. It was constructed to withstand the wind and sunshine on the seashore at Rachvate Cape, Tumbon Naklea, Amphur Banglamung, Chon Buri Province.
Reviewed By Dips071077 - Walsall, United Kingdom
Beautiful place, some amazing architecture all hand carved , my kids enjoyed feeding animals and feeding the elephants bananas , book via taxi and u get bit of discount. Patel Family
2. Khao Kheow Open Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,983 reviews
Khao Kheow Open Zoo, for over 32 years, has been a cherished resource located in Chonburi Province .The zoo encompasses over 2,000 acres of the Khao Kheow-Khao Chom Puo Wildlife Sanctuary. The zoo grounds are divided into animal habitats (400 acres), public recreational areas (200 acres) and research area (1,400 acres) which is used for the breeding of various endangered species. It is the first zoo in Thailand to become a member of WAZA .
Reviewed By MobileReviewsEm - Pattaya, Thailand
The best zoo in Thailand ! Good conditions and space, animals seem happy ! Please visit to support animals, they need food !
3. Wat Yansangwararam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 166 reviews
Reviewed By hooman1020 - Tehran, Iran
Wat Yansangwararam (Locally known as Wat Yan) is a one of the most impressive temples in Pattaya. The temple is located approximately 20 km south of the Pattaya. The temple was built in 1976. Wat Yansangwararam is surrounded by clean gardens, massive lakes & several different architectural styles of buildings, that make the complex a nice & peaceful place. The contemporary design is the most remarkable characteristic of Wat Yan. Many unique architectural influences from India, China, Japan & Lanna can be seen here. Inside the main complex you can find a replica footprint of the Buddha & a large stupa that contains a many relics from the Buddha. The complex is usually quiet, so It's an interesting place for practicing meditation. Public transport is not available for going to Wat Yan, so you have to go there by a group tour or with a private taxi or a rental car. It's a good idea to rent a car and go to the Wat Yan by rental car, So you can discover many attractions of this part of the city such as Nong Noch tropical garden, Silverlake vineyard, Swiss sheep farm, Ramayana Water Park and Buddha mountain. It's located only about 10 minutes away from Buddha Mountain. Standing in a certain spot in the Wat Yan, you can see the Buddha Mountain in the distance. It's really worth a visit for discovering the quieter side of Pattaya. The complex operates (8-17).
4. Sai Kaew Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 371 reviews
Reviewed By Maplelagjames - Callaway, United States
We found ourselves locked down for six months in Thailand staying in Jomtien and maybe not in love with the beach and water in Jomtien, friends suggested we give the Navy Beach or Sai Kaew a try. With a rented car, it was no problem at all and while a few hoops to go thru, it was fun and interesting and to see such nice well kept grounds. And the beach itself and the water were more than wonderful. It was so good we made the trip perhaps 30 plus times. The small restaurants had great food choices and more than fair prices. The whole fish at 400 baht was so good, I looked forward to that every time we went. I do not understand some of the negative whining comments some of made of this beach. They must feel very entitled. I can see it might be a chore if taking public transport, but it would not be the end of the world. I felt it was all of great value and that is why we kept repeating the experience so many times. When Covid is brought to heel, and tourism returns in a normal manner I cannot wait to return to Sai Kaew. At all times, we were treated with great respect by all the various Thai personnel involved in the various stations you must go thru from fee paying to chair rental. The beach and water were so nice, it gave great comfort to be able to enjoy this. Thanks so much to all involved. Jim at Maplelag in a very cold day here at minus 18 F below zero.
5. Khao Phra Tamnak (Khao Phra Bat)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 144 reviews
Reviewed By kiinok - Samut Prakan, Thailand
Some days this gets swamped with tourists and other days peaceful. It is a nice temple on top of the mountain overlooking Pattaya. I live Khao Phratamnak and have the fortune to listed to the Monks chanting on all the Buddhist holidays. I think there are some good photographic opportunities here. At minimum, a view of the city and surrounding area. Depends on what attracts you are what you like.
6. Wihan Thep Sathit Phra Ki Ti Chaloem
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By pierremichelshanghai - Bangkok, Thailand
This newly erected Chinese style temple is very impressing. The variety of colours and the quality of the murals are impressing. From the 4th floor of the temple you have an amazing view of the sea.
7. Ramayana Water Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,325 reviews
With an area of 170,000 square meters, Ramayana Water Park is the biggest waterpark in Thailand. After 3 years since its opening, in 2019 it's ranked 1st in Asia and 10th in the World among the best water parks according to to the TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards. The ideal place for a carefree holiday and fun entertainment for young people and families with children of all ages. Water slides are delivered from Canada by WhiteWater West, the # 1 water attraction manufacturer in the world. Wave pool with 160-meter beach, lazy river 600 meters long with waves and waterfalls, 2 children's playgrounds, swimming pool for sports with an obstacle course, pool bar, floating market and much more! The water park is located in a beautiful valley among the green hills and natural lakes, next to the Silverlake vineyards and the Kao Chee Chan mountain. The road takes 20 minutes from Pattaya or 1.5 hours from Bangkok.
Reviewed By Peekostaffy
Nice and new big park 10 slides plus wave pool and the kind you float round in A loop Plus really good kids area Pool bar and lockers Bring your own towel from hotel or hire or buy Lots of different food available and shop for swimmers and souvenir shop Don’t forget to put on sunscreen we got a little burnt You have a wrist band that you load money onto so you scan in when you want your photo taken on rides and to buy food scan you get any left over money back at the end Go during the week hardly any lines to wait We went at 10.30 am till 4.30 booked through our hotel got a better rate and private taxi
8. Sea Turtle Conservation Center, Sattahip
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By moiracabernet - Pattaya, Thailand
An educational experience for all ages and a pleasant drive towards the Sea Turtle Conservation Centre. Study the Google Map before in case you lose signal, go in the morning or early afternoon and allow yourself enough time to find your way out; roads get trickier to identify when it gets dark (imagine driving through country roads with no street lights), signage towards the site is lacking, ask a Thai Navy officer "dow" (meaning turtle) or ask your kid to quickly draw one out, they will happily point you the right way. Entrance is free, fair to support by spending some money in the souvenir shop for good cause, cute turtle-themed items unlike the usual Thai souvenirs seen anywhere else. Set up in 1954, when awareness on turtle conservation was low to zero anywhere else in the world, the initiative by Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, supported by the Thailand Navy was highly admirable. Skip the tiger/elephant zoos (where "staff" treatment is questionable), bring your kids and family here instead.
9. Koh Larn
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4,344 reviews
Reviewed By ShantiD64
If you are going to Koh Larn (Coral Island), please consider going in a ferry, which takes 30THB only. Do not get lured by the vendors who offer speed boats, single boats etc at high prices, saying Ferry will not go to the island and drop you somewhere else. The Ferry will drop you exactly at Coral Island only. It starts from 6am from near Pattaya Beach. You will see a sign board written Pattaya City from the beach, Ferry starts from there and you can easily take a tuk tuk till there. The last Ferry from Coral Island to Pattaya beach is at 5.30 pm Lot of activities are there to do if you love water sports- para sailing, snorkling, scuba diving, banana boat ride etc, or if you just want to grab a beer or drinks and chill at sea side, take sun bath, this is an excellent place for same. If you are lucky, you can get to see sea animals being cooked in open as well :) . You can keep your luggage at the locker available at 100 THB at beach. Its near the last restaurant in the lane. But be prepared to meet to unfriendly and rude thai people who are only bothered to grab your money and not guide you properly. Thai people are very rude and unfriendly, and do not even know how to behave with tourists. You will find language barrier as thais can not speak english, so be prepared with google translator in your phone to translate from english to thai.
10. Underwater World Pattaya
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 603 reviews
Reviewed By jomtienbeach - Jomtien Beach, Thailand
I am an American teacher and professor who has learned as a child as well as from children what helps them learn. Children want to learn what their parents and families like and make an effort to know. Elephants and flowers are the heritage of Thai children. Nevertheless, they should be shown the interest and fascination of marine life. California (USA) has the international venues of these interests and sciences. From San Diego to Eureka, the California Coast features many aquatic and marine habitats. Harbor seals, whale migration routes, Great White Sharks, maritime exhibits, Bodega Bay abalone sanctuaries are a small part of the state-wide activities of ocean life on display. But Pattaya is fortunate to have its Underwater World a short ride south on Sukhumvit Road. Although an adult, I take children to this wonderful learning venue whenever I can introduce them. They are bedazzled and amazed at what is displayed in the very interactive fish and marine exhibits.
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