OUTDOOR
Sea and islands
Koh Larn and its neighbours, and marine sports — a day-trip radius built around the water.
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PATTAYA GUIDE
A new city,
on solid ground.
From what Pattaya is to who to call in an emergency — the essentials of a stay, in one place.
ABOUT PATTAYA
150km from Bangkok.
A city by the sea.
Pattaya lies roughly 150km south-southeast of Bangkok on the Gulf of Thailand — an urban beach resort combining easy access with full city amenities, chosen for holidays and long stays alike.
ENTERTAINMENT
Evenings that carry on
Shows, music and dining. The city is known for nights that have somewhere to go.
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LONG STAY
A base for longer stays
Hospitals, shopping and an established Japanese community make long stays practical here.
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Emergency Contacts
Keep these numbers to hand during your stay. Tap to call.
GOOD TO KNOW
A few things that make
the trip smoother.
01
Best season
The most comfortable months are the dry season, roughly November to February. March to May is hot; May to October is the rainy season, though rain tends to come as short squalls rather than all-day downpours.
02
Money
The currency is the Thai Baht. Exchange booths and ATMs are easy to find in town (ATMs charge a fixed fee). Cards work at hotels and larger shops; markets and street stalls run on cash.
03
Getting around
The songthaew — a shared pick-up truck on fixed routes — is the city's main ride, and ride-hailing apps also work. For night journeys or a guaranteed seat, our transfers are at your service.
04
Staying connected
Tourist SIMs and eSIMs are sold at the airport and convenience stores. If setup feels daunting or you are travelling as a group, our Wi-Fi and phone rental is the easy route.
05
Etiquette
Cover shoulders and knees at temples, avoid touching anyone's head, and treat the royal family with respect. When in doubt, just ask us on the spot.
THAILAND BASICS
Thailand Basics
- Time zone
- UTC+7 (2 hours behind Japan)
- Currency
- Thai Baht (THB)
- Voltage
- 220V, 50Hz
- Water
- Drink bottled water
- Tipping
- Not required; small amounts customary
- Rainy season
- Roughly May to October
For local questions, ask a local team.
The things you cannot find online are exactly what to ask us.
Consultation and quotes are free, with no obligation.