Pattaya – The Practical Guide

Travel guide · 2026-2027 edition

Pattaya is far better than its reputation.

Pattaya – The Practical Guide is the up-to-date, practical guide to enjoying Pattaya stress-free: beaches, islands, temples, markets, food and nightlife, explained without taboos, with prices in baht and the traps to avoid.

Planning and arriving: visas, seasons, budget, transfers from Bangkok and the airports.
Getting around: songthaews, Grab and Bolt, scooters, boats to Koh Larn.
Neighbourhood by neighbourhood: Central Pattaya and Walking Street, Soi 6, Naklua and Wong Amat, Pratumnak, Jomtien and Na Jomtien.
Beaches, islands and day trips: Koh Larn, Koh Samet, the Sanctuary of Truth, Nong Nooch, Tiger Park, Khao Chi Chan.
Eating, going out and relaxing: night markets, seafood, cabarets, bars and nightlife, etiquette, safety and itineraries from 1 to 7 days.

Included: maps of the districts, the region and Koh Larn, photos, a Thai phrasebook and a practical directory (emergencies, hospitals, embassies, immigration).

English edition · PDF ebook: €3.00 · instant download

Out now: the English edition is available as a PDF ebook for €3.00. Buy the English ebook → Heading to Bangkok too? Discover Bangkok – The Practical Guide.

Want a free taste? Read the articles in my Thailand Notebook: visas, transport, scams, food, beaches and itineraries.