Wat Sawang Fa Phruettharam
Situated along Jomtien Beach Road in Pattaya, this working Buddhist temple offers travellers a chance to step away from the coastal resort atmosphere and experience a more contemplative side of Thai culture. The grounds are notably spacious, with traditional temple architecture spread across a sizeable site that rewards unhurried exploration. Unlike more polished tourist temples, it retains the character of a genuinely functioning place of worship serving the local community.
Visitors should arrive with realistic expectations. The temple is a sprawling complex, and several buildings may be closed or inaccessible depending on the day and time of visit. Monks are not always visible, and there is limited signage to guide newcomers around the site. Those who enjoy quiet, self-directed wandering through temple grounds will find it worthwhile, while visitors seeking structured religious experiences or guided ceremonies may leave wanting more. The atmosphere is calm rather than lively, and the setting has an understated, unpolished charm.
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Reviews from Google
Big temple in Naklua. There is a entrance at the back and at the front. Main temple was not accessible. In potential a beautiful place, but many building are closed.
It is pretty big temple, but it isn't managed properly. It will be very great if somebody take care of this temple.
I came here on my birthday hoping to make merit, but unfortunately there was nothing going on. I couldn’t find any monk around, the place was too quiet, and I didn’t know where to go to pray. It was a bit disappointing.
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Wat Sawang Fa Phruettharam: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wat Sawang Fa Phruettharam worth visiting?
Wat Sawang Fa Phruettharam holds a 4.3★ rating from 445 Google reviews — a strong rating for temples & culture in Pattaya.
What are the opening hours of Wat Sawang Fa Phruettharam?
Wat Sawang Fa Phruettharam is typically open 07:00-18:00 — 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 Wat Sawang Fa Phruettharam?
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 Wat Sawang Fa Phruettharam located?
Wat Sawang Fa Phruettharam is at 405/5 Jomten 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
405/5 Jomten Beach Rd, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand+66 38 726 088www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077771227970Visitor 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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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