Learn Thai Cooking
Various 4 hrs
Join a cooking class to master authentic Thai dishes and savor your creations.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
Thai and English
Local currency
THB
(THB)
Local time
(GMT+7)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Central Patong Beach
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Not mandatory, appreciated
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
65 · Moderate
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Pad Thai
Tom Yum Goong
Massaman Curry
Mango Sticky Rice
When to visit Patong Beach
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: January, February, December
Busiest: Nov-Feb
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Jan90
Dry, sunny, cool
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Feb90
Dry, sunny, warm
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Mar80
Hot, humid, less rain
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Apr70
Hot, humid, some rain
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May60
Start of monsoon
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Jun50
Monsoon, rainy
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Jul50
Monsoon, rainy
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Aug50
Monsoon, rainy
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Sept40
Wettest month
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Oct50
End of monsoon
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Nov80
Improving, less rain
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Dec90
Dry, sunny, cool
Things to do in Patong Beach
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
Showing 7 of 7 places ·
Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Shop at Jungceylon Mall
Central Patong 3 hrs
Explore a large modern shopping complex with international brands, restaurants, and entertainment.
Best in the evening
3 places
Experience Bangla Road Nightlife
Bangla Road 3 hrs
Immerse yourself in Patong's famous walking street with bars, clubs, and street performers.
Watch the Simon Cabaret Show
Southern Patong 2 hrs
Enjoy a spectacular transvestite cabaret show with elaborate costumes and performances.
Explore OTOP Market
Patong 2 hrs
Browse local handicrafts, souvenirs, and street food at this bustling night market.
Any time of day
2 places
Relax on Patong Beach
Patong Beach 4 hrs
Enjoy the sun, sand, and sea, or try various water sports.
Indulge in a Thai Massage
Anywhere 1 hr
Relax and rejuvenate with a traditional Thai massage at one of the many parlors.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Patong Beach
Straight-line distance from the centre of Patong Beach.
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