Ripley's Believe It or Not!
This is the rainy-afternoon, too-hot-for-the-beach option in Pattaya, and it does that job well. The original Believe It or Not! museum of curiosities is the anchor, but the complex has grown into a cluster of separate ticketed attractions under one roof, including themed mazes, rides and a waxwork museum, with food and drink in the shopping centre around it. Buying attractions one by one is the expensive way to do it. Reviewers consistently say a package covering three or so venues is where the value sits, and booking online in advance brings the price down again.
One warning worth taking seriously. The horror-themed attractions are genuinely frightening, and at least one family was told a horror maze suited an eight-year-old when it very much didn't, then refused a refund or a swap. Decide for yourself what your kids can handle before you pay, because you may not get to change your mind. The rest of it, the oddities and the mazes especially, works for a mixed-age group.
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Pair your visit. After Ripley's Believe It or Not!, round out your day in Pattaya with contrasting stops nearby.
Reviews from Google
Nice indoor play place with different attractions. Some attractions are little scary for young kids but some are fun for all ages. Staff are nice and attentive. Would recommend ticket package purchase, great deals!
I didn't go inside the different sections I just walked around the floor and had a look. It looked really cool I bet kids would love it here
Went with a 10 year old and was sold the horror hospital. Staff told me it’s suitable for 8 year old kids. It was MOST DEFINITELY NOT! Wouldn’t give a refund or change to another game. Be aware as they just try to say whatever to make you pay.
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Ripley's Believe It or Not!: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ripley's Believe It or Not! worth visiting?
Ripley's Believe It or Not! holds a 4.3★ rating from 8,641 Google reviews — a strong rating for temples & culture in Pattaya.
What are the opening hours of Ripley's Believe It or Not!?
Ripley's Believe It or Not! is typically open 11:00-22:00 — 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 Ripley's Believe It or Not!?
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 Ripley's Believe It or Not! located?
Ripley's Believe It or Not! is at 218 Beach Rd, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand, in Pattaya. Getting around Pattaya: Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes); Grab (widely available).
Location Info
218 Beach Rd, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand+66 38 710 294ripleysthailand.com/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
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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Tips for Visiting Temples & Culture
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.
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.
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Royal Palace Hotel - Pattaya
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Wat Chai Mongkron
A free, genuinely quiet royal monastery in south Pattaya, complete with resident cats and cheap cold drinks.
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Go at 08:30 sharp, cover your shoulders and legs, and give it three hours rather than one.
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Location Info
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
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