Pattaya City Tour : Big Buddha, Viewpoint & Gems Gallery
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Is Pattaya City Tour : Big Buddha, Viewpoint & Gems Gallery worth booking?
Pattaya City Tour : Big Buddha, Viewpoint & Gems Gallery is a 3-hour experience in Pattaya, Thailand, from $476 per person. It scores 39 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 39 / 100
- Rating
- 3.5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $476 per person
Explore Pattaya on a half-day tour with a guide who shows you sacred monuments, picturesque coastal views, and gems gallery. You’ll visit the Big Buddha temple (Wat Phra Yai), head to a viewpoint that overlooks Pattaya B
What you get
About this experience
Explore Pattaya on a half-day tour with a guide who shows you sacred monuments, picturesque coastal views, and gems gallery. You’ll visit the Big Buddha temple (Wat Phra Yai), head to a viewpoint that overlooks Pattaya Bay, and stop at the biggest gem shop in Pattaya. This tour provides an overview of the city that is perfect for first-time visitors. • Travel in comfort with a local guide • Entrance fees to all attractions • See Buddhist statues at Wat Phra Yai • Great photo ops of the Gulf of Thailand • Check out the biggest Gems Museum & Gallery
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
- Return Transfer
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel Pickup & Drop off
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
08:00 Hours :- Meet us at Meeting Point at Lobby of Hotel Dusit Thani Pattaya, our Sun Leisure World Staff will meet you at Hotel Lobby or Visit our Office located at Hotel just besides of Restaurant.
15 minutes here
Walking Street Pattaya
09:45 Hours :-Pass by the busiest Nightlife street of pattaya to experience how all nightlife is located at this street. It is not walking street in day time,
Pass by without stopping
Bali Hai Pier
Bali Hai Pier – commonly known as Pattaya Pier – is a central feature of the city, located at the end of Walking Street, near the southernmost point of Pattaya Bay. It is a hive of activity, with endless day-trippers on the way to the nearby Coral Island (Koh Larn), as well as scuba divers, fishing enthusiasts and even private charter boat trips setting off or returning to dry land. The jetty stretches quite far out into the bay and is lined on either side with boats of all descriptions. It can be seen clearly from Pattaya View Point and has now become a classic image of Pattaya itself.
20 minutes here
Pattaya City Sign - Viewpoint
Khao Pattaya Viewpoint is a small hilltop that offers spectacular panoramic views of Pattaya city. The sacred Wat Kho Phra Bat temple is also located on the hill and is one of the major attractions here. A photographer’s delight, Khao Pattaya Viewpoint is also the perfect spot to enjoy magnificent views of Pattaya Bay.
20 minutes here
Big Buddha Temple
Get set to be amazed by one of the largest Buddha images in the world on your trip to Pattaya. Also known as Wat Phra Yai, Big Buddha Temple has a 300 feet high image of Lord Buddha and is the most prominent landmark of Pattaya. The huge image was established in 1977 and is often referred to as Luang Phor Yhai or Big Buddha by the locals. The hilltop location of the image also sets it apart from many other attractions in the city. A long stairway leads to the mighty Buddha image and various smaller images surround the huge masterpiece on the hill. Wat Phra Yai is located on Khao Phra Tamnak Hill, which is a popular vantage point in Pattaya offering beautiful city and bay views. If you are driving up to the hill, you will see the Big Buddha image from a far off distance as well.
30 minutes here · Admission included
GEMS GALLERY Pattaya
The next stop is Pattaya's Gems Gallery you will be ushered into a toy train where you will go through a simulated demonstration of a gem’s journey, from rough-cut to the final product. The Pearl Section is said to be a highlight owing to it’s exquisite designs that never fails to impress.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Pattaya
Sun Leisure World Corporation, 18th Floor Park Venture 57 Witthayu Rd, Khwaeng Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Meeting point
Pattaya
08:00 Hours:- Meet us at Meeting Point at Lobby of Hotel Dusit Thani Pattaya, our Sun Leisure World Staff will meet you at Hotel Lobby or Visit our Office located at Hotel just besides of Restaurant.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Sun Leisure World Corporation, 18th Floor Park Venture 57 Witthayu Rd, Khwaeng Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Ends at
08:00 Hours:- Meet us at Meeting Point at Lobby of Hotel Dusit Thani Pattaya, our Sun Leisure World Staff will meet you at Hotel Lobby or Visit our Office located at Hotel just besides of Restaurant.
Options you can book
Join+SanctuaryofTruthfrPattaya
We pick up from Pattaya Hotel located at Beach Road, North Pattaya and South Pattaya Starting point: Pattaya Sightseeing Tour By Sun Leisure World, Dusit Thani Pattaya 240, 2 Beach Rd, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand Pickup included
Join Tour from Pattaya
We pick up from Pattaya Hotel located at Beach Road, North Pattaya and South Pattaya between 8 AM - 9 PM. Starting point: Pattaya Sightseeing Tour By Sun Leisure World, Dusit Thani Pattaya 240, 2 Beach Rd, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand Pickup included
Join Tour from Bangkok
Join Tour from Bangkok with Free of charge Door to Door Pick up for CITY CENTER BANGKOK DISTRICT AREA (3 KM radius area) Starting point: SUN LEISUREWORLD CORPORATION CO.,LTD., 23rd Floor, Athenee Tower, 63 Thanon Witthayu, Khwaeng Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand Pickup included
Join+SanctuaryofTruthfrBangkok
Join Tour with Sanctuary of Truth from Bangkok with Door to Door Pick up for CITY CENTER BANGKOK DISTRICT AREA(3 KM radius) Starting point: SUN LEISUREWORLD CORPORATION CO.,LTD., 23rd Floor, Athenee Tower, 63 Thanon Witthayu, Khwaeng Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sunleisure World
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Pattaya City Tour : Big Buddha, Viewpoint & Gems Gallery. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
I had a great time
Ah it was a great guide really, great driver and ride, great exhibits. Touring with the best here so feel at ease and I recommend you try, but look at the itinerary before you book. Thanks Nok! Great meet up spot
via Viator
Poor operator service
Tour was canceled due to rain. Rescheduled for the following morning. Was told to pay extra for a pickup at hotel. Ok fine. Pickup was supposed to be 830 am , contacted tour operator on whats app. No response. Viator customer service tried contacting them. Again no response. My experience was not a good one with this tour operator. I hope yours is better.
via Viator
Times not as advertised
The tour was supposed to start at 9.30am. Git a call at 7.05am on morning if tour to say I would be collected between 8/9am. Got collected at 8.30am and by 10.15am we were in gems factory and told gems would take us back in their bus.
via Viator
Beautiful views nice experience full enjoy
Very reasonable price tour with amazing experience. Went to multiple places in Pattaya with great views and also pick and drop from and to Hotel including which is quite nice
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $476 to $7380
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 39
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Pattaya City Tour : Big Buddha, Viewpoint & Gems Gallery: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Pattaya.
How much does Pattaya City Tour : Big Buddha, Viewpoint & Gems Gallery cost?
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Prices start at $476 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Pattaya usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Pattaya City Tour : Big Buddha, Viewpoint & Gems Gallery take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Pattaya is not rushed.
Is Pattaya City Tour : Big Buddha, Viewpoint & Gems Gallery worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 39 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Pattaya, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Pattaya City Tour : Big Buddha, Viewpoint & Gems Gallery?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Pattaya City Tour : Big Buddha, Viewpoint & Gems Gallery suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Pattaya City Tour : Big Buddha, Viewpoint & Gems Gallery?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Pattaya can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Pattaya and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Pattaya City Tour : Big Buddha, Viewpoint & Gems Gallery start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Pattaya within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Pattaya?
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On Outty we rank every Pattaya experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Pattaya Full-Day 3 Tropical Island tour Snorkeling Cruise Buffet, Elephant Jungle Sanctuary: Half Day Morning Program, Beginner Rider Tour Pattaya 28km ATV or Buggy Adventure. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Pattaya?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Pattaya?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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