Chaloem Phra Kiat Park
A hilly, shaded park on the slopes of Big Buddha Hill, popular with joggers, locals, and wildlife.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 04:15–22:15
Dress Modestly
Cover shoulders and knees at all temples. Carry a light scarf or sarong — some temples lend wraps, but not all. Shoes come off before entering any building with a Buddha image.
Details
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Perched on the slopes of Big Buddha Hill in Pattaya, Chaloem Phra Kiat Park is a well-maintained green space that serves as a natural waypoint for visitors heading to the famous Big Buddha or the Pattaya viewpoint. The park attracts a loyal local following of joggers, walkers, and fitness enthusiasts, with the hilly terrain providing a genuine workout along its shaded paths. Outdoor exercise stations, yoga sessions, and aerobic classes make this more of an active community park than a passive sightseeing destination, though the elevated position offers pleasant glimpses of the city and sea through the trees. Resident squirrels and monkeys add a lively, natural character to the surroundings.
Visitors should be aware that the park's hilly layout demands a reasonable level of fitness to explore fully, though benches are available throughout for those who need to rest. Seasonal butterfly light installations illuminate parts of the park after dark, making evening visits worth considering when they are active.
As the park opens from 04:15 daily, it is a popular spot for early-morning exercise among locals, and this is arguably the best time to visit for a quieter, cooler experience. Parking is available on site. Those arriving by motorbike are advised to keep valuables secure and stay attentive to their belongings, as visitor reviews have flagged isolated incidents in the area.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Chaloem Phra Kiat Park, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
- 3 minKhao Phra Bat PattayaTemples & Culture · 230 m · 4.5★
- 3 minWang Sam SienTemples & Culture · 260 m · 4.4★
- 3 minPattaya View PointActivities & Tours · 270 m · 4.7★
- 5 minPrince of Chumphon MonumentTemples & Culture · 390 m · 4.7★
- 5 minPattaya View TerraceActivities & Tours · 410 m · 4.8★
- 7 minWat Phra Yai (Big Buddha Hill)Temples & Culture · 530 m · 4.6★
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Chaloem Phra Kiat Park, round out your day in Pattaya with contrasting stops nearby.
Reviews from Google
Great park Loved by locals as a hike/jogging location The park itself is on a hill, which adds to the workout It has a few locations for power exercise Some yoga and aerobic classes Car parking is very tight and is almost never available, and parking on the road will put cars at risk for the tour busses keep going up and down the hill Motorbike parking is easy and available all of the time Some vendors sell drinks, coconuts, etc. The park is closed at night, but pretty popular in the evening, when the heat dissipates There are some really quiet parts where you can barely hear any city sounds - very relaxing There are local dogs, peaceful, but would be better without them, as I still wouldn't trust a child to run around without adult supervision In addition to some CCTV, security is available on site and checking how things are going on a scheduled basis On top of the hill above the park area is a beautiful temple The toilet is available free of charge near the temple
Small be well kept and nicely manicured park on the side of the Big Buddha hill. There is an area of various workout stations here, along with some nice walking paths. If you take the road to the top of this park, there's an area exclusively available for motorcycle parking, which is very useful.
Nice small park you will for sure encounter when walking up to the Pattaya viewpoint or the big Buddha. There’s not really anything to see in this park it just seems like they made this area for something to look at or relax at halfway up the hill. So it’s not worth going here just for the park but if you do like me and walk up the hill you should definitely walk through it or take a small break here
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 976 reviews on Google.
WV99+H5Q, Pattaya City, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Temples & Culture
Mind Your Feet
Never point your feet at a Buddha image or a monk — it's considered deeply disrespectful. When sitting inside a temple, tuck your feet behind you or to the side.
Ask Before Photographing
Exterior photos are almost always fine, but some interior halls prohibit photography. Look for signs, and never pose irreverently with Buddha images — it's a legal offense in Thailand.
Go Early Morning
Big-name temples are dramatically less crowded in the first hour after opening. You'll also avoid the worst of the midday heat and get softer light for photos.
Chaloem Phra Kiat Park: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chaloem Phra Kiat Park worth visiting?
Chaloem Phra Kiat Park holds a 4.5★ rating from 976 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated temples & culture in Pattaya.
What are the opening hours of Chaloem Phra Kiat Park?
Chaloem Phra Kiat Park is typically open 04:15–22:15 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Chaloem Phra Kiat Park?
The best months to visit Pattaya are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: September – October (wettest months).
Where is Chaloem Phra Kiat Park located?
Chaloem Phra Kiat Park is at WV99+H5Q, Pattaya City, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand, in Pattaya. Getting around Pattaya: Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes); Grab (widely available).
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