Pattaya Beach: Stretching
some 4 kilometers, Pattaya beach is the major venue from where
boats head to the islands offshore. The curved beach in north
to south direction is fringed with tree lines, shady promenade
path and beach road. The beach itself is actually divided into
three parts, North, Central, and South Beaches-each with its
typical environment and atmosphere.
North and
Central Beaches are not as bustling as the South beach; they
offer relatively serene and relaxing ambiance with shady
footpath along the clean sandy beach which is good for taking
a walk, jogging or cycling around. The South beach is the most
vibrant and dynamic all day all night. It is the heart of the
city, teemed with bars, restaurant, hotels, shopping complexes,
and etc. Several kinds of water sport gears are also available
for rent on the beach.
Nakleua Beach: Immediately north of Pattaya,
is much quieter with a fishing harbour and local population making
a living from fishing. It doesn't have as many restaurants or
expensive resort hotels as it's neighbour to the south, nor the
rowdy nightlife, but all these are available for the a 10 Baht
ride into Pattaya beach. (About 20 minutes by Songtaew - the
local style taxi)
Jomtien Beach:
The six- kilometer-stretch of sand lies some 4 kilometers south
of Pattaya. The beach is less congested and offers the quieter
ambiance. It also becomes popular with water sport activities,
especially windsurfing because of its long straight coastline
and fewer boats in the sea. There are several types of accommodations
available here. Like other areas, there are still bars, restaurants,
clubs which cater you at night but less vibrant.
Wong Phra Chan Beach: This
is a small beach with its peaceful atmosphere, stretching one
kilometer in length. Its serene ambiance makes it the ideal
place for those who long for complete relaxation and privacy.
It is located on the northern side of Pattaya Bay.
Bangsaen Beach: Around
13 kilometers from the city of Chonburi. Very local Thai style
with drinks and seafood snacks such as dried squid, mussels
and spicy steamed-fish-cakes for sale from the street vendors
along the sea front. Deck chairs and rubber rings can be rented.
The many restaurants that line the beach have recently been
improved to become more neat and orderly. Bang Saen offers
several hotels and bungalows.
