The Million Years Stone Park & Pattaya Crocodile Farm
Gorgeous stone gardens, but the animal side draws serious welfare complaints. Go in knowing that.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 08:00–17:00
- 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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Two attractions share one 70-acre site, and they pull in opposite directions. The stone park half is genuinely good: sculptural rock formations, landscaped gardens that are kept in real order, and enough photogenic corners to fill a morning. The other half is a crocodile farm with live shows, plus tigers, giraffes and elephants, with paid feeding on offer.
That second half is where I'd pause. A steady stream of reviewers describe elephants chained with barely a step of movement, tigers in small enclosures without water, and a crocodile show built around handlers hitting and hauling the animals. Others come away happy and call the show the highlight. Both things are in the reviews, and you should know which one you're likely to be. If animal welfare matters to you, this isn't your day out, and I'd send you to the gardens elsewhere in Pattaya instead. If you go anyway, the grounds are large and mostly open to the sky, so wear shoes you can walk in and bring sun cover.
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Reviews from Google
Very nice place. Don't miss the crocodile show here. It was very awesome. It's a bit big place. You will need more time to completely go around. You can feed the giraffee and elephant here at extra cost. Very nice place to go
Fun and unique place to visit in Pattaya. The Million Years Stone Park has impressive rock formations and beautiful landscaped gardens. The Crocodile Farm offers shows and close-up viewing, though some people may find it intense. Overall, a memorable experience with lots to see and photograph.
An absolutely horrible place for the animals. All chained with short chains. They have tigers in small cages, some with up to 3 tigers in the same cage, with No water. The crocodile show is a guy hitting, pulling, smacking crocodiles. The riding elephants are smacked, to move them to places. All elephants are in a very small area, all chained, with no chance to even give a step. They have a children playground which is falling apart, slides are broken and are dangerous but they don’t have any signs and kids are still able to get on them. Overcrowding of animals for show. Awful animal conditions.
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22, Tambon Nong Pla Lai, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat 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
Major temples like Wat Pho and Wat Arun are dramatically less crowded before 9 AM. You'll also avoid the worst of the midday heat and get softer light for photos.
The Million Years Stone Park & Pattaya Crocodile Farm: Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Million Years Stone Park & Pattaya Crocodile Farm worth visiting?
The Million Years Stone Park & Pattaya Crocodile Farm holds a 4.2★ rating from 7,783 Google reviews — a strong rating for temples & culture in Pattaya.
What are the opening hours of The Million Years Stone Park & Pattaya Crocodile Farm?
The Million Years Stone Park & Pattaya Crocodile Farm is typically open 08:00-17:00 — 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 The Million Years Stone Park & Pattaya Crocodile Farm?
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 The Million Years Stone Park & Pattaya Crocodile Farm located?
The Million Years Stone Park & Pattaya Crocodile Farm is at 22, Tambon Nong Pla Lai, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand, in Pattaya. Getting around Pattaya: Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes); Grab (widely available).
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