Popularly known as one of the best viewpoints in Thailand, Pratumnak hills have established themselves as a major hub for tourism and culture. Despite its deep cultural roots, the city has undergone its fair share of modernization and boasts of an active nightlife. With beaches, hilltops, botanical gardens, monuments and night markets, the city offers a lot to explore.
Main Attractions
Pratamnak Night Market is one of the most popular shopping destinations in Pratumnak Hills. The market is home to more than 100 vendors selling accessories, clothing, and local cuisine. Pratumnak Night Market also offers a wide range of Russian delicacies, mouth-watering fresh fruits, and shakes.
Chaloem Phrakiat Park is home to a large variety of flowers and gardens. The park offers a peaceful environment, a nice sea view, and is very popular with joggers. Chaloem Phrakiat Park is also home to a large number of monkeys and squirrels. Some of the best hotel options near the park are OYO 648 Ake Apartment.
Pattaya Viewpoint offers a panoramic view of Pattaya. The viewpoint is quiet and peaceful during the evenings and a large number of visitors are seen enjoying the beautiful scenery. Also, you can buy some great souvenirs, handicrafts, and refreshments near the hilltop.
Krom Luang Chumphon Monument is one of the most popular historical landmarks in Thailand. The monument has a statue of the founder of the Thai Navy and offers a panoramic view of the city. Tourists and locals are seen in equal numbers worshipping and paying homage to the “Father of Thai Navy”.
Recommended Dishes
Pratumnak Hills are famous for its soups, sea-food, deserts, meat-based dishes and salads. Tom Yum Goong, spicy shrimp soup, Yum Woon Sen, spicy glass noodles, Pad Krapow Moo Saap, Fried Basil and Pork, Gai Yang with Khao Niao, chicken with sticky rice, Pla Pao, salt-crusted grilled fish with lemongrass, and Khao Pad Gung, fried rice with prawns are some of the most popular dishes in the city. Oasis Restaurant, Wooden Box Pattaya, Krua Dongtan, Uzbekistan Lazzati, Cocco Restaurant, and News Steaks & Grill are some of the best restaurants offering delicious Thai cuisine.
How to Reach Pratumnak Hills?
The nearest airport to Pratumnak Hills is the Utapao (UTP) Airport which is at a distance of 17.87 miles from the city. It serves both domestic and international flights flying to and from the city. The main forms of public transport in Pratumnak Hills are buses, trains, cars, and tricycles.
Best time to visit Pratumnak Hills
The months between December and February are the best months to visit the city. The weather during these months is pleasant making them ideal for exploring the city.
To offer you the utmost comfort during your stay at Pratumnak Hills, OYO Hotels have more than 80 established properties in the city. With facilities like daily housekeeping, power backup, swimming pool, king /queen-sized beds, first-aid, wheelchair accessibility and tea/coffee making facilities, guests are sure to get a homely experience. Some of the select OYO hotels provide conference rooms and banquet hall facilities in addition to also allowing pets.