bringing my boy

[macky]

i will bringing my son to pats in a couple of weeks

would like some advice on hotels days out etc

he's 4

thanks lee

Edited June 13, 2008 by macky

[lewis]

i will bringing my son to pats in a couple of weeks

would like some advice on hotels days out etc

he's 4

thanks lee

 

Their is a hotels topic on here with many reveiws about them!

I have been to the tiger farm that would be a good day out!

[macky]

Their is a hotels topic on here with many reveiws about them!

I have been to the tiger farm that would be a good day out!

yea i just couldnt see anything on how child friendly they were ?

i have been to some of the zoo's and yes that will a trip

just looking for some idea's

thanks

[Loso4ever]

You might try to look at the thread I made upon the Lek Villa hotel. It`s a nice hotel and it has a great pool. In this hotel you can book many daytrips for a good fair price. Just click on the link about this hotel in my signature mate. This topic has some good info about this hotel. Good luck mate and enjoy the trip with your son.

 

Greetings,

Adrie.

[Millard]

I stayed at the Lek hotel (different from Lek Villa) at 2nd Road and Soi 12. 850 baht and the location was very convenient. The room was a bit old, but comfortable. There's a pool and I did see a fair amount of families stay at the hotel. I can't think of anything about the place that would be kid-unfriendly. There's also a shopping mall across the street with a movie theater, McDonalds, and other comforts for your son.

Edited June 13, 2008 by Millard

[7-Eleven]

This wasnt written by me so respect goes to whoever did but I think this will help you mate...

 

OUTER ISLANDS Pattaya has two groups of islands off its western shore.

The KO LARN group of islands is comprised of KO LARN, KO KHROK and KO SAK with the largest being Ko Larn. is situated to the west of the Pattaya Strait, about 7.7 kilometers from the shore and is under the jurisdiction of Pattaya City.

 

There are beautiful beaches, clear water and an abundance of coral. Visitors can observe the coral from either a glass-bottomed boat, or by diving. A well known beach is Ta Waeri Beach, on the northern part of the island.

 

Also popular are Laem Thiari Beach and Samae Beach on the south western side, and on the southern side Nuan Beach.

 

On Nuan Beach there is a hotel which can accommodate a large number of tourists. This is another good place for viewing coral reefs. Popular activities on Ko Larn include renting a motorbike to explore, swimming, coral viewing, parasailing and water skiing. Jet skiing and tube riding.

The Pattaya Ferry from Bali Hai Pier to Ko Larn is only 20 baht and makes two roundtrips daily,

KO KHROK is comprised mostly of rocks, and is an ideal place for coral viewing, but not swimming.

KO SAK is another small island 600 meters away from Ko Larn.

Ko Sak and is shaped like a horseshoe. The coral reef can be found off of the beach, and snorkeling is also possible in this area.

 

The second island group is the KO PHAI group of islands comprised of KO PHAI, KO MAN WICHAI, KO LUAM. KO KLUANG BADAN and others, with Ko Phai being the largest. The Ko Phai group of islands is about 13 kilometers from Pattaya, and is presently under the supervision of the Royal Thai Navy.

It takes about 2 hours to get to the top of the hill on Ko Phai. Visitors can enjoy relaxing, swimming, fishing, and a host of fun activities. Boats to these islands can be chartered from Pattaya Beach.

 

PATTAYA BEACH is about 4 kilometers long. The beach faces Pattaya Bay, and is where smaller boats depart to visit Pattaya’s offshore islands. The coast is lined with lounge chairs and large umbrellas for rent for only 20 baht for the day along with food, drink, massage, newspapers and souvenirs you can buy. The beach curves from north near the Dusit resort to south at Walking Street and is largely paralleled by a beautifully landscaped tree-lined promenade with fabulous sculptures and fountains along the beach road lined by hotels and restaurants. The northern part of the beach past the Dusit in Naklua is largely tranquil, while the central and southern parts become increasingly lively, thanks to the juxtaposition of shops, department stores, boutiques, beauty salons, supermarkets, bars, discotheques, restaurants, and nightclubs In the central part of the city is a major shopping area; while in the southern part is one of Pattaya’s major nightlife areas.

 

JOMTIAN BEACH is a 6-kilometer long, largely straight beach, some 4 kilometers south of Pattaya. It is the most notable of several beaches and resorts in the Pattaya area. The beach is popular with windsurfers and water sports enthusiasts because the area enjoys brisk and fresh breezes that sweep inland from the Gulf of Thailand. It is also less congested and has fewer beachside hotels, bungalow complexes condominiums and restaurants than Pattaya.

 

KHAO PATTAYA is also known as Buddha Hill or Phratamnak Hill.

From Its peak, one has a panoramic view of Pattaya City and Pattaya Bay from the Navy radio station and the sacred Buddha image enshrined on the hilltop that is ideal for paying homage. Go up Phratamnak Road from Pattaya Tai or Third Road or the new road from Bali Hai towards the Sheraton and Royal Cliff.

 

SUAN CHALOEM PHRA KIAT (FITNESS PARK) is halfway to the top of Pattaya Hill on Phratamnak Road just before the TAT Pattaya office. This small park covers an area of 15 rai and u as dedicated on December 5, 1988, to commemorate His Majesty King Rama IX sixtieth birthday. The park boasts a wide variety of flowering plants, and there are also multi-purpose grounds and winding trails for walking orjogging plus standard exercise facilities. On any given day, a large number of people relax, jog, exercise, practice Tai Chi or simply enjoy the scenery of Pattaya from this park.

 

MINI SIAM is a miniature city with 1 to 25 scale replicas of 80 sacred places and important historical sites around Thailand and around the world. Replicas of places of world significance such as the Eiffel Tower, the Statue of Liberty, Tower Bridge and Trevi Fountain are also displayed in the “mini world” area.

There is also a mini racecourse (go-karts) for visitors wishing to try their hand at racing fast cars. For information call 038.421.628, or 038.424.232, or fax 038.42 1.555.

Open daily 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the north end of Sukhumvit Highway at kilometer 143.

 

ELEFHANT VILLAGE is a popular tourist spot for Thais and foreigners alike. Daily performances by elephants and wild elephant round-up shows are held at 2.30 p.m. Elephant Jungle rides are also available. For information call 038,428.645-6, or 038.428.516.

 

PATTAYA WATER PARK, TOWER AND RESORT is off Thappraya Road, at the south end of Jomtien Beach covering an area around 32 acres, Pattaya Park offers an amusement park a Jacuzzi and a gigantic slide. It is an ideal venue for family relaxation. For information call 038,251.201-8.

 

THE MILLION YEARS STONE PARK & CROCODILE FARM is another popular tourist attraction. Covering an area of almost 100 rai, the park comprises rock gardens and a botanical area of rare plants, and is beautifully landscaped interesting sights include fossilized plants over a million years old, Thai-style bonsai trees which are over 200 year old Thai bonsai, crocodile pools, and a collection of rare animals such as albino bears. Elephants, horses, crocodile round-ups and magic and animal performances are also major attractions.

For information call 038249.347- 9.

Open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Shows are at 11 a.m., 2:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

 

YELLOW SUBMARINE takes you to the under water world with the Yellow Submarine. The first submarine in Pattaya.

Book tickets at Bali Hai Pier south of Walking Street.

Open: Daily from 8.00 am to 7:00 pm

Cost: Thai Adult: 990 baht Non-Thai Adult 1.800 baht

Children: 740 baht Children: 1,350 baht Contact: 038.415.181

 

MINITURE RACE TRACK is at the Pattaya Kart Speedway on Thepprasit Road. It has allotted tracks for professional and amateur drivers. Contact 038.422.044

 

LAKELAND WATER CABLE SKI is another venue for amusement and recreational sport that Pattaya has to offer. It comprises an enormous freshwater lake of 27 rai in area with cable skis. This sport is becoming very popular.

Contact 038- 232690-2 for more information.

 

THE BOTTLE ART MUSEUM consists of a collection of more than 300 works of art, which are contained in glass bottles in the form of well-known icons such as churches, temples, palaces, and ships both Thai and foreign. These creations result from the tireless efforts of Dutch sculptor. Mr Peter Bedelais who crafted the various intricate parts and assembled them in glass bottles of different shapes.

For information call 038.422.957

Open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Located on the east side of Sukhumvit Road between Pattaya Tai and Pattaya Klang.

 

RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT MUSEUM is a display of Mr. Ripley’s collection of curious objects from around the world. Some of them are the actual items, while others are replicas.

These extraordinary objects are divided into more than 250 categories such as optical illusions, peculiar lifestyles of unusual people, and devices of human torture from ancient times, etc.

For information call 038.7 10.294-8.

Open daily from 10a.m. to midnight.

Located in the Royal Garden Plaza on Second Road.

 

THE SANCTURY OF TRUTH in Naklua is a beautiful creation of philosophy and religious thought that is communicated through a work of art.

On the seashore of Rachwet Cape is the construction called “The Sanctuary of Truth.” It is an imposing structure reaching into the sky amid modem buildings. It proudly shows the knowledge of ancient Thai art by present-day artists.

For more information, call 038.225.407, or 038.367.229.

 

TIFFANY’S SHOW is Southeast Asia’s first truly transvestite cabaret show in operation for nearly 30 years, Tiffany’s Show has become a tourist attraction in its own right. The format is cabaret style performed by men who look just like women.

Many people say these men are more beautiful than real women. This may be true, but what gives them away is the fact that they are perfectly feminine, and no woman is THAT feminine! Big numbers, big dresses, big hair! The 1,000-seat capacity theatre has the most modem light and sound stage equipment for more than 100 professional performers. This is a huge show, very well done, and well worth a visit. Open: Daily Show Times: 1st: 6.00 pm. 2nd: 7.30 pm. 3rd: 9.00 pm

Cost: VIP 800 baht Deluxe 700 baht ( Thai discount 50%)

Location: 464 Moo 9, Pattaya Second Road near Pattaya Nua Call 038.421.711.

 

THREE KINGDOMS THEME PARK is a testament of the piety that six children have for their father Mr. Kiarti Srifuengfung, a successful Chinese-Thai businessman. His last wish was for a memorial to be built that would allow others to understand and appreciate aspects of Buddhism as well as Thai and Chinese culture and philosophy.

This also included his favorite Chinese epic “The Romance of The Three Kingdoms,” compiled by Luo Guan Zhong of the Ming Dynasty. It remains the greatest and best known Chinese classical novel. Features of the park include holy remains of the Lord Buddha, the Goddess of Mercy Kuen Yin, sculpted from white marble from China, Jiangxi figures depicting the main characters of the Three Kingdoms epic the world’s longest corridor of hand-painted tiles, and oil paintings portraying 16 scenes from the life of Kong Ming. For information call 038.421.428-29

 

UNDERWATER WORLD is a place where visitors are taken on a voyage to the bottom of the sea without even getting wet. Underwater World features 100 meter-long tunnels with acrylic windows. The tunnels are divided to 3 zones: the Coral Reef tank, the Shark and Ray tank, and the Shipwreck tank.

For information call 038.756.879.

 

ALANGKARN SHOW is a state-of- the-art theatre offering a “Moden Thai Multi-Dimension Show” with a combination of pyrotechnics, multi-colored laser shows, surround system, fabulous stage sets and costumes depicting dramatic events similar to FantaSea in Phuket.

Open Tuesday thru Sunday 8:45 pm -10.00 pm

Cost: Thai 600 Baht Non-Thai 1,000 Baht

Location: 5 km. south of Pattaya on Sukhumvit Road. Contact: 038.256.008

 

WAT YAN SANGWARARAM is a first class Royal Temple 15 kilometers south of Pattaya City. To get there, turn left from Sukhumvit Highway at kilometer 160.

There are the Phra Yanares Vihan and international pavilions representing several countries such as Switzerland that dot the grounds. There is also the Vihan Sien, a grand and exquisite showcase of Chinese architecture.

 

KHAO CHI CHAN features a sculptural image erected to honor His Majesty King Bhumibol on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of his ascension to the throne.

The image is a sitting figure called Pang Man Wichai and was copied from Phra Phuttawarachabopit which combines both Sukhothai and Lanna arts. The Image is 109 meters in height and 70 meters in width, and the throne is 21 meters in height.

The total height is 130 meters. The figure is named Phra Phuttarnaha Wachirauttamapat Satsada which means the Buddha who has brightness and sublimity like Mahawachira. There are many kinds of plants surrounding and huts for the visitors.

 

NONGNOOCH TROPICAL GARDEN is a tourist attraction amidst natural surroundings, covering an area of around I ,300 rai. Nongnooch Village has orchids and gardens with flowering plants, mangos, orchids, cacti, and other types of flora. Thai-style teakwood houses are available for rent. There is also a zoo and a Thai Cultural Center. There are shows of Thai performances, martial arts, folk sports, and performances by elephants. For information call 038.429.321, 038.422.958, 038.709.358-62, or Bangkok 02.252.1786.

 

SAIKAEW BEACH is a long white beach approximately 1,700 meters in length and is situated in the Chumpol Sattahip Naval School. The sand is very beautiful and the surrounding scenery is very natural. The beach is a protected tourist locale, and does not allow any private access to the beach. Visitors must travel around with a beach car service. The beach provides tents, rooms and bungalows, including water sports accessories. Kayaks are also available. For more information please contact the Chumpol Naval School at Tel. 038.436.187 ext. 2201-2.

 

DONG TAN BAY has a nice beach lined with a Palmyra trees curving along Sattahip Bay, starting from the Sattahip District to the Naval Operations Department. The beach is shaded, which is nice for relaxation and sailing. The Sattahip Naval Club is open to members, and to interested members of the public.

[JASONTHAI]

Hi Macky I am doing the same as you in about 3 weeks time, I stay in an apartment/Condo as I find the rooms in hotels to small for families, with apartments the rooms are 2/3 times the size and you have an area to cook plus the child can run around & play, you can pick up good rooms from about 740 a night (Google Pattaya rent a room) or look at this post for ideas

 

Pattaya Resort

 

I think IHM has covered all the areas which you can visit in his post, but there is one more place Dream World in BKK great for the kids.

 

Cheers

JT

[BangkapiBoy]

For a 4 yr old you just need a nice swimming pool and he will be happy. The kids all love Pattaya Park.

[bolly]

IHM---I think Shuggy put that list together. So a big thanks to Shuggy :Bravo1:

 

 

bolly

[macky]

IHM---I think Shuggy put that list together. So a big thanks to Shuggy :Bravo1:

 

 

bolly

i would like to thank everyone for there input

i lived in pats for 2 years but done very different things back then to what i will be doing this time

so a lot of it will be quite new to me

once again thanks everyone

Edited June 14, 2008 by macky

[piquetjnr]

i will bringing my son to pats in a couple of weeks

would like some advice on hotels days out etc

he's 4

thanks lee

 

Hi there,

 

I am looking to goto Patts end of October with my 5 year girl, there are some great ideas on this post and it has really made me think it is going to be possible to go there and have a good time. My next problem is, are there any hotels that will do a Creche so I can have a break as well, I would like some time to myself maybe early evenings if you know what I mean ?

 

Thanks

Richard

[moon71]

Family friendly pattaya? Yeah, it can be done. Just heard my October trip will include for 1 week, my dads TGF's daughters, aged 8&15 years old on school break. I hope to take them for ice cream an shopping, it's their first holiday ever!!!!. Absolutly looking forward to seeing them though we'll be meeting in JomTien rather than Pattaya as they are far too young to realise the real life of Patts. IHM listed the sites of interest in a previous reply to this thread which will fill a weeks activities, but when it's time for the young'ens to go home, fun will be had. Still, priority is to make the week special for the young ones.

 

If you see a 36 year old, bald lanky fella walking around with a 8year old thaigirl, dont think the worst. I've had the comments from the fellas at work, it simply aint funny, an if any comments pop up, i'm sure they'll get a reply "you wanna go for the title?"