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Lighting Art Museum&Balloon Garden

4.4(1,209 reviews)

Situated in Si Racha near Pattaya, this creative attraction pairs a Lighting Art Museum with an outdoor Balloon Garden to deliver a visually immersive experience rooted in Thai cultural themes. Visitors move through a series of elaborately decorated themed rooms featuring LED light installations inspired by celebrations such as Loy Krathong and the Yi Peng lantern festival, alongside displays drawing on traditional Thai temple aesthetics. The scale is considerable, with the venue described by visitors as maze-like and enormous, offering a wide variety of photo opportunities throughout.

The experience includes both an air-conditioned indoor section and outdoor zones, keeping the visit varied in atmosphere. Traditional Thai costumes are available to rent on-site, adding an interactive dimension for those wanting to engage more fully with the themed settings. A cafe and small store are also located on the grounds, making it easy to extend a visit without needing to leave. The attraction is particularly well suited to families with children.

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Reviews from Google

Lighting Art Museum & Balloon Garden A great place to bring children to learn about Thai culture. The rooms are beautifully decorated, featuring activities like Loy Krathong, Yi Peng lantern festival, an elephant room, Naga (serpent) room, light room, and a flower garden that kids really love. The air conditioning is nice and cool. The outdoor area is also decorated with vintage cars and balloons. Ticket Prices: Foreigners: 300 THB Thai adults: 200 THB Children: 100 THB Adult tickets include a 50 THB drink coupon, which can be used after the tour before heading back to your vehicle. Staff so kind and ask for help us take a picture😍

This was a nice experience! It was a feast for the eyes! Plenty of photo-ops and sights to see. Place is a maze. Enormous. With several different themed rooms that play with light and art. We were welcomed by a traditional dance by Thai dancers. Explored and walked around right after. The Lighting Art Museum are all air-conditioned spaces. The Balloon Garden is an open area. There is a vast lily garden beside it. You can spot some food stalls located in the middle of the balloon garden. Comfort rooms near the exit and parking area.

It's a beautiful light show, all LED. There's an air-conditioned room so it's not hot, but behind the air-conditioned room is an outdoor zone for taking photos. Bring umbrellas and hats. Inside there's a coffee shop and food for sale, with a nice atmosphere.

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Lighting Art Museum&Balloon Garden: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lighting Art Museum&Balloon Garden worth visiting?

Lighting Art Museum&Balloon Garden holds a 4.4★ rating from 1,209 Google reviews — a strong rating for temples & culture in Pattaya.

What are the opening hours of Lighting Art Museum&Balloon Garden?

Lighting Art Museum&Balloon Garden is typically open 08:00-18:00 — 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 Lighting Art Museum&Balloon Garden?

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: June – October (rainy, rough seas).

Where is Lighting Art Museum&Balloon Garden located?

Lighting Art Museum&Balloon Garden is at 79, 18, Tambon Bang Phra, Amphoe Si Racha, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20110, Thailand, in Pattaya. Getting around Pattaya: Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes); Grab (widely available).

Location Info

79, 18, Tambon Bang Phra, Amphoe Si Racha, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20110, Thailand+66 62 946 4455www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090666710496&mibextid=LQQJ4d
Opening Hours
Monday08:00–18:00
Tuesday08:00–18:00
Wednesday08:00–18:00
Thursday08:00–18:00
Friday08:00–18:00
Saturday08:00–18:00
Sunday08:00–18:00

Visitor Information

Best time to visit

November – February

Avoid: June – October (rainy, rough seas)

Rainy season

May – October

Avg. temperature

24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)

Crowds

High

Peak: December – January

Getting there

Minibus from Suvarnabhumi Airport (~1.5 hrs). Bus from Bangkok's Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai (~2 hrs). No direct train.

Getting around

  • Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes)
  • Grab (widely available)
  • Motorbike taxis
  • Ferry to Koh Larn island

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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.

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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.

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