Pattaya offers a variety of activities including things to do and places to see. There are man-made knowledge parks and amusement parks. In this section, knowledge park is featured. These parks are built on the purpose of providing and demonstrating the history, architecture, culture and importance of selected places to public.

As a Buddhist country and 95% of Thailand's population are Buddhist, over centuries, temples have been built as sacred places throughout the country. They shows beautiful architecture, the values, dedication of buddhists, history of the Buddhism in the Kingdom and history of the town of different eras such as Wat Nong Yai, Wat Sawang Fa Phruetharam originally from Ayutthaya period and Wat Chong Lom of Rattanakosin period.

Pattaya is a destination that captivates both local and international tourists with its collections of spectacular items, art, great invention, grandeur of the wood-carving temple and the history. Museums of different themes beckon people of all ages to experience including the Bottle Art Museum, The Sanctury of Truth and Baan Sukhawadee. Pattaya is also a home of the world's famous museum, Ripley's Believe it or Not.

Even though Pattaya has a limited choice for theatre performances, it does not totally lack one. To add up the reputation of being an entertainment town, Tuxedo Magic Theatre offers magic performances and the other, Thai Alangkan Theatre features performances of Thai cultures.

Besides temples, museums and theater, there are other attractions that should not be missed when visiting Pattaya such as the viewpoint at the Phra Tamnak Hill or Khao Pattaya. It is considered to be one of the most scenic views of Pattaya City. From the viewpoint, the crescent of the bay and the landscape of Pattaya town can be seen. Khao Sam Muk is one of the most scenic place to watch the sunset. Other attractions such as The Royal Residences of the Great King and the Great Queen, Bang Saen Institute of Marine Science and Ang-Sila Stone Mortar market are also worth visiting.