Pattaya with Kids: Family Trip Guide, Kid-Friendly Tours & Prices

By TourKro Travel Desk · Thailand DMC & local tour operator · Updated 11 Nov 2026

Updated on 11 Nov 2026

Families ask us the same things about Pattaya: is it safe, what will the kids enjoy, how much for four? Pattaya with Kids answers each.

Pattaya is a beach city on the Gulf of Thailand, about 150 km (2 hours) south-east of Bangkok. It is known for Coral Island, cabaret shows such as Alcazar and Tiffany's, Walking Street nightlife and family attractions like Nong Nooch Garden and the Sanctuary of Truth. Most travellers prefer November, December, January, February, March for Pattaya. On the ground, 3 nights cost about ₹14,000 to ₹26,000 per person.

Pattaya with Kids: quick facts: Pattaya

Family plan for Pattaya

• Food: Pattaya has dozens of Indian restaurants around Beach Road, Second Road and Soi Buakhao.
• Children enjoy: Safari World, Sea Life Bangkok, Cartoon Network Amazone, Nong Nooch Garden and the beaches of Coral Island.
• Carry copies of every passport and keep the children's birth certificates for visas and hotel check-in.
• Plan one big outing a day and keep afternoons for the pool or a nap.
• Book a private vehicle with child seats for airport transfers and long days.

What 3 nights in Pattaya cost

Pattaya prices above cover rooms, tours, food and transfers. Add about ₹22,500 per person for a return flight from India to Pattaya (cheaper when booked 6–8 weeks ahead). In the comfort class a Pattaya day splits roughly into hotel ₹2,900, sightseeing ₹2,000, food ₹1,000 and local travel ₹700 per person.

Pattaya itinerary, day by day

Day 1: Arrive in Pattaya

Arrive, meet your driver and check in. Keep the first evening light: a walk around Central Pattaya for nightlife and shopping, dinner and an early night.

Day 2: 89 Show + Alcazar Cabaret Show + Big Buddha Pattaya

Pickup from your hotel after breakfast; the stops follow each other by distance, so less time goes in traffic. For the evening: Evenings mean cabaret shows (Alcazar, Tiffany's, Simon), night markets, rooftop bars in Bangkok and dinner cruises on the Chao Phraya.

Day 3: Floating Market Pattaya + Art In Paradise Pattaya + Tiger Show & Crocodile Show

An early start beats the crowds and the midday heat; lunch is on the way. Dinner: Pattaya has dozens of Indian restaurants around Beach Road, Second Road and Soi Buakhao.

Day 4: Departure

Breakfast, check out and transfer for your flight or onward journey.

If you have more or less time: 2 nights: about ₹10,500 to ₹19,500 per person; 5 nights: about ₹21,000 to ₹39,000 per person (land cost, flights extra).

Pattaya: places not to miss

• Tiger Topia Sriracha Zoo: book tickets a day ahead.
• Bangkok City Tour: best early in the morning.
• 89 Show: popular with families.
• Great & Grands Sweet Destination: go on a weekday if you can.
• Alcazar Cabaret Show: good for photos.
• Tiger Show & Crocodile Show: a favourite of couples.
• Art In Paradise Pattaya: worth a half day.
• Floating Market Pattaya: easy to combine with a nearby stop.

Do not leave without: an island-hopping speedboat day, a Thai cooking class, an ethical elephant sanctuary and a traditional Thai massage are the experiences travellers remember.

Every month in Pattaya, rated

November to March is dry and comfortable. It is a year-round destination because rain usually comes as short showers.

Pattaya on a smaller budget: what works

• Agree the price for jet skis and water sports before you start, and use licensed tour operators.
• Book the hotel first, then add tours; prices of popular tours rise close to the date.
• Baht buses (shared songthaews) run along Beach Road and Second Road; Grab and private cars are easy for day trips.
• Travel in April, May and June when hotels in Pattaya are cheaper than in November.
• In Pattaya, where you sleep decides your taxi bill: Central Pattaya for nightlife and shopping, Jomtien for a quieter beach, Naklua and Wong Amat for upscale resorts.

Kid-friendly things to do in Pattaya

Family hotels in Pattaya

Best areas to stay in Pattaya

Pattaya options and today's rates

• Booked in the plan: Ramayana Water Park – Full Day Entry
• Booked in the plan: Mini Siam Pattaya – [Exclusive Promotion] Ticket – Non Thai Resident
• Booked in the plan: Art In Paradise Pattaya

Book in Pattaya with TourKro

Of the 4 options on this page for Pattaya, the lowest price today is ₹1,350 (Pattaya Hotel To 89 Russian Show & 1 Hour (For Dinner) To Pattaya Hote…) and the highest is ₹3,960 (Pattaya Hotel To Ramayana Water Park & Art In Paradise To Pattaya Hote…). The longest one takes about 8 hours; the shortest about 1 hours.

Suvarnabhumi Airport To Breakfast At Royal Bengal Tiger + Photo With Tiger + Tiger And Cro…. What the day covers: Pickup: Suvarnabhumi Airport, Drop-off: Breakfast At Royal Bengal Tiger + Photo With Tiger + Tiger And Crocodile Show + Pattaya Floating Market To Pattaya Hotel. It takes about about 1-1.5 hours. Included: Breakfast, Hotel pickup or drop-off.

Pattaya Hotel To 89 Russian Show & 1 Hour (For Dinner) To Pattaya Hotel. On the route: Pickup: Pattaya Hotel, Drop-off: 89 Russian Show & 1 Hour To Pattaya Hotel. It takes about 1 hours. Included: Dinner, Hotel pickup or drop-off. Not included: Personal expenses and tips.

Suvarnabhumi Airport To Sanctuary Of Truth (Evening Slot) To Pattaya Hotel Drop. Plan for the day: Pickup: Suvarnabhumi Airport, Drop-off: Sanctuary Of Truth To Pattaya Hotel Drop. It takes about about 2 hours. Included: Hotel pickup or drop-off.

Pattaya Hotel To Ramayana Water Park & Art In Paradise To Pattaya Hotel. You will see: Pickup: Pattaya Hotel, Drop-off: Ramayana Water Park & Art In Paradise To Pattaya Hotel. It takes about full day. Included: Hotel pickup or drop-off. Not included: Personal expenses and tips.

Eating well in Pattaya

Pattaya has dozens of Indian restaurants around Beach Road, Second Road and Soi Buakhao. Carry a few ready-to-eat packets for long day trips; lunch stops on tours are often simple.

Moving around Pattaya

Baht buses (shared songthaews) run along Beach Road and Second Road; Grab and private cars are easy for day trips. Airport transfers are cheaper when booked with the hotel package.

Pattaya hotels: which area?

Central Pattaya for nightlife and shopping, Jomtien for a quieter beach, Naklua and Wong Amat for upscale resorts. Choose by what you want most: beach, shopping or quiet. A central hotel saves taxi money every day.

What to pack for Pattaya

• Sunscreen, sunglasses and a cap
• Light cotton clothes and a swimsuit
• Flip-flops plus closed shoes for tours
• A waterproof phone pouch for boat trips

Pair Pattaya with Bangkok, Phuket, Koh Samui.

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See also: Pattaya travel guide.

Quick answers before you book

Will we get Indian food in Pattaya?

Pattaya has dozens of Indian restaurants around Beach Road, Second Road and Soi Buakhao.

When is the best time to visit Pattaya?

Our Pattaya team recommends November, December, January, February, March. November to March is dry and comfortable.

What are the top places in Pattaya?

Start with 89 Show, Alcazar Cabaret Show and Big Buddha Pattaya. Our team can add the right tours to your plan.

Pattaya trip kitne ka padega?

Budget travellers spend about ₹14,000 each on 3 nights in Pattaya; comfort class is near ₹26,000 and luxury starts around ₹56,000. Getting there is extra.

How many days are enough for Pattaya?

2 to 3 nights is ideal for a first visit; add two more nights if you want a slower pace or a day trip.

TourKro: Want this Pattaya plan with your own dates? Message us and our team will send a full quote. Thailand: +66 65 652 5850

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