Places of Interest


Places of Interest


 Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park
A national landmark, located between
Panburi and Kuiburi, it is surrounded by
mangroves and other exotic wild life with
numerous caves. Activities are also
provided for the adventurous sole to
venture and enjoy the surroundings of
the park.


 Panee Butterfly Garden
A butterfly garden, with
a vast collection of attractive butterflies;
located at the Petchkasem Beach Road.
Nature lovers will especially enjoy  this
opportunity to commune with nature.



 Kaeng Krachan National Park
It is the largest national park in Thailand
covering an area of 2,915 sq kms;
located northwest of Hua Hin. It  is
composed of 2 major watersheds, a large
evergreen forest, numerous caves,
mountains and stunning scenery.  You
may observe the wild life of more than 40
species of mammals as well!

 Klai Kangwon Palace
A gracious palace built beside Hua Hin
Beach with Spanish style. The name of
this palace refers to “Far from Worries”.
Breathtaking  architecture, the  royal
residences is surrounded by beautiful and
majestically created gardens with all
kinds of unique plants and objects d’art.
It opens daily from 9 am - 4 pm.

 Elephant Village 
Situated a few kilometers west of Hua Hin
and  on the way to Pala-U waterfall.  One
can enjoy the moment of having these
majestic mammals give you a lift and at
the same time bathing at the pond.  You
may also offer fruits to these magnificent
creatures after the ride.  It opens daily
from 8am to 6pm.


 Thai Boxing (Muay Thai)
There are 2 places where you may watch
Thai boxing, Grand Sports Arena in front
of Grand Hotel (Sunday & Thursday
night), Mr. Chop Rawee’s Thai Boxing
Garden located on Poonsuk
Road (Tuesday & Friday).
Both shows start from
9pm until 11.30pm (5
matches every night).

 Sea Pine Tree Garden
If you love the beach, come down to
Suan Son Pradiphat (Sea Pine Tree
Garden) to get away from your hectic life
and enjoy the peacefulness of this beach.
It is situated 8km south of Hua Hin on
Highway 4.  Sit back under the shade of a
pine tree, enjoy the breeze and listen to
the waves lapping against the shore.

 Hua Hin Beach
Hua Hin white sandy beaches stretches
along the Cha Am Coast and North of Hua
Hin. Its white sandy beaches and
beautiful scenery will fascinate anyone
who is a beach lover. Activities such as
jogging, sun bathing, horse riding, kite
boarding and other kinds of water sports
are available here!

 Pala-U Waterfall
Part of the Kaeng Krachan National Park
this waterfall is not to be missed. Have a
picnic with your family while taking in the
fresh mountain air and wonderful
atmosphere. The adventurous can opt for
a ride through the jungle on the back of
an elephant.

 Wat Huay Mongkol
It is situated 272m high, up the mountain
which will lead you to see the scenic view
of Khao Takiab (Chopstick Mountain).
Situated at the top, is a “Monkey” temple
filled with friendly  monkeys.   There is  a
20m high Buddha statue can be seen
facing the sea upon approaching the hill
from the beach.

 Wat Yai Suwannaram
Situated 1 km. east of the city hall it is
one of the most important and sacred
temples in town. There are 300-year-old
mythical angel paintings located inside
the temple shrine. It’s entirely built in
teakwood and decorated with amazing
carving work with gold gilt of Bangkok
design. This temple is instantly
recognizable the by the imposing statue
of a monk.

 Khao Takiab 
Also known as “Chopstick Mountain” it is
a small mountain to the south of
downtown Hua Hin which offers fabulous
views of the city.
There is an imposing
statue of Lord
Buddha at the foot of
the hill and a temple
(Wat Khao Lad) at the top.

 Maruekhathaiyawan Palace
Known as “The Palace of Love and Hope”,
it is build of golden teak and comprises of
three two-storied wooden pavilions which
face the sea. Operating hours are from
8am  – 4pm. It is located at Petchkasem
Road.


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