Attractions & Culture
Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden
8.6 Excellent · 5,680 reviews
Duration
3-5 hours
Category
Attractions & Culture
Difficulty
easy
Price
$12–35
Don't let the word "botanical garden" put you off — this place is huge and it's a lot more fun than it sounds. Sixteen kilometres south of Pattaya, Nong Nooch is one of Southeast Asia's most-visited attractions, spread over 500 acres of themed gardens done up in French, European and Thai styles. The cultural show is the surprise hit: traditional dance, elephants, Thai boxing, all properly done. And the cactus garden? Weirdly brilliant. Budget a half-day minimum. Kids love it, and the adults who roll their eyes on arrival are usually the ones who don't want to leave.
Highlights
500 acres of themed gardens
Daily Thai cultural show that delivers
Elephants up close
A cactus garden that has no right being this good
Scaled-down French garden for the photos
What's included
Garden entry
Cultural show
Transport
Food
Good to know
Meeting point: Nong Nooch Village, 163/1 Na Jomtien Rd
Best for families, couples, seniors
Book a day ahead in high season — popular slots sell out, especially weekends
Where to stay nearby
Hotels already in our list, chosen for this part of Pattaya.
