Pattaya is well-known for its nightlife and a wide variety of fun and entertainment. The best parts to be explored are the Central and Southern regions while the Northern part is quite calm compared to the other two regions. However, there are so many things to enjoy and do in this area. There are numerous bars, pubs, discotheques, cabarets, go-go bars, karaoke bars and restaurants for the visitors.
One of the main attractions here is the Walking Street. This street is open to pedestrians after 6 pm during which there will be no disturbances of any kinds of vehicles. People can walk around and enjoy whatever they like until 2 am. This street has over 100 beer bars, sports bars, massage parlors and many ethnic restaurants. Some of the popular bars and pubs include The Blue Factory, Club Insomnia, Tony's Entertainment Complex and Candy Shop.
Apart from these there are several other attractive places to visit and enjoy in Pattaya. One of the must see places is the Floating Market. It covers an area of about 100,000 square meters. The market is separated into four regions and has numerous vendors and shops. Travelers can enjoy different kinds of foods, visit galleries and buy souvenirs. Traveling in the hired boat is something that should not be missed.
Mini Siam is a well known miniature city that displays the replicas of about 100 sacred places and many historical sites. Some of the highlights are the Temple of Emerald Buddha, the Sydney Opera House, Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall, the Eiffel Tower, the Bridge over the River Kwai, London's Tower Bridge and the Statue of Liberty. The first model that was built in this location was the Democracy Monument in Bangkok.
If you are fascinated with the popular TV show "Ripley's Believe it or Not," then you have the chance of visiting the unusual museum that houses a huge collection of many unusual finds. Some are replicas while some are real ones. These items are divided into 250 categories. A special section offers a unique experience with the flight simulator technology.
Children love to visit aquariums. If you have children with you, take them to the most modern aquarium of Asia. The underwater world has a lot to offer. There is a large tunnel that is divided into three sections: the Coral Reef, the Giant Sam and the Shark and Ray. About 200 species can be seen here. Visitors are allowed to interact with the marine creatures. This is one of the best places in Pattaya for families to enjoy.