# One day in Pattaya: an itinerary in the best order > A day in Pattaya covers its showpiece building, a view from above and both main beaches. Morning at the Sanctuary of Truth in Naklua: a 105 m carved wooden temple-palace by the sea. Then Pattaya Beach and lunch on Beach Road. After lunch, the Pratamnak Hill viewpoint over the bay and Bali Hai pier. End the day at Jomtien beyond the hill. Transfers take 20–30 minutes by Bolt or songthaew. Web page: https://yesgo.io/thailand/pattaya/in-1-day ## Plan 1. [Sanctuary of Truth](https://yesgo.io/thailand/pattaya/sanctuary-of-truth.md) — YesGo score 43/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 2 h · day 500 baht, night 700; children 110–140 cm 250/350 ↓ 26 min by transport 2. [Pattaya Beach](https://yesgo.io/thailand/pattaya/pattaya-beach.md) — YesGo score 42/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 30 min · free Lunch break, about 1 h ↓ 23 min by transport 3. [Pattaya Viewpoint](https://yesgo.io/thailand/pattaya/pattaya-viewpoint.md) — YesGo score 41/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 45 min · free ↓ 31 min by transport 4. [Jomtien Beach](https://yesgo.io/thailand/pattaya/jomtien-beach.md) — YesGo score 33/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 2 h · free Total with walks: 8 h 35 min ## What to do in Pattaya in a day The Sanctuary of Truth is 7 km north of the centre, Pattaya Beach in the middle, Pratamnak Hill between Pattaya and Jomtien, and Jomtien in the south. The route runs north to south. Remove any stop with the cross or drag it with ≡, and add another one nearby — the times recalculate. ## Sanctuary of Truth tickets and rules Day tickets are 500 baht, evening 700; children 110–140 cm pay 250 and 350, under 110 cm free. Open 8:20–18:00 and 18:20–20:30. Helmets are compulsory inside and modest dress is required — a shawl or sarong is lent for a 200 baht deposit. ## Pattaya in the evening From 19:00 to 3:00 [Walking Street](https://yesgo.io/thailand/pattaya/pattaya-walking-street) is pedestrian: seafood restaurants over the water, live music and neon. Many bars and clubs are adults-only and check ID at the door. ## More to see [Koh Larn](https://yesgo.io/thailand/pattaya/ko-lan) — a 30-baht, 45-minute ferry from Bali Hai pier to clear water. [Nong Nooch](https://yesgo.io/thailand/pattaya/nong-nooch), the [Buddha Mountain](https://yesgo.io/thailand/pattaya/khao-chi-chan) and [Wat Yansangwararam](https://yesgo.io/thailand/pattaya/wat-yansangwararam) are in the 2-day itinerary. [Khao Kheow Open Zoo](https://yesgo.io/thailand/pattaya/khao-kheow-zoo) makes a family day. ## Tips - At the Sanctuary of Truth: helmet and modest clothing. - Songthaews on Beach Road are the cheapest transport — agree the fare before you get in. - For clear water go to Koh Larn, not the city beach. - Thailand uses the baht (THB). Temples, markets, longtails and songthaews want cash; Grab and Bolt are the easiest taxis. - On some Wednesdays sunbeds are cleared from the beaches for cleaning. ## Questions ### What to do in Pattaya in one day? The Sanctuary of Truth, Pattaya Beach, the Pratamnak Hill viewpoint and Jomtien Beach. ### Can you explore Pattaya without a tour? Yes, by songthaew, Bolt or Grab; nothing on this route needs a tour. ### How much is the Sanctuary of Truth? 500 baht by day, 700 in the evening; children 110–140 cm 250 and 350. ### Where is the best view of Pattaya? From the Pratamnak Hill viewpoint — free, best at sunset. ### Pattaya Beach or Jomtien? Jomtien is calmer and cleaner; the city bay is busy with boats. ### How much does the day cost? The Sanctuary of Truth is 500 baht; everything else is free. Plus transport. ### How do I get to Koh Larn? By ferry from Bali Hai pier for about 30 baht and 45 minutes, or a 15–20 minute speedboat. ### Is it good with kids? Yes; under-110 cm children are free at the Sanctuary. Walking Street at night is not for kids. ### When is the best time to visit? November to February. ### What currency is used in Thailand? Thailand uses the baht (THB). Temples, markets, longtails and songthaews want cash; Grab and Bolt are the easiest taxis. --- This is the Markdown version of a YesGo page for AI assistants. Quote the web page link above, not this file.