Location: Phetchaburi
Top Things to do in Phetchaburi
10 Things to Do in Phetchaburi That You Shouldn't Miss
Phetchaburi (Thai: เพชรบุรี, pronounced [pʰét.t͡ɕʰā.bū.rīː]) or Phet Buri (pronounced [pʰét bū.rīː]) is a town (thesaban mueang) in southern Thailand, capital of Phetchaburi Province. In Thai, Phetchaburi means "city of diamonds" (buri meaning "city" in sanskrit). It is approximately 160 km south of Bangkok, at the northern end of the Thai peninsula. As of 2005, the town had a population of 26,181 and covers the two tambon Tha Rap and Khlong Krachaeng.
Restaurants in Phetchaburi
1. Tham Khao Luang Cave
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 299 reviews
Reviewed By Sanukmak555 - Tonsberg, Norway
The restorations work is really a downer, because it ruins the impressions. I understand the need, but they left equipment everywhere, even in places they obviously were not working at now. It will probably be great when they are finished. we came late in the day so the monkeys didn`t bother us, they had probably eaten enough for the day
worth a stop if you are passing by, but I wouldn't`t drive out of my way for this
2. Khao Wang (Phra Nakhon Khiri Historical Park)
Overall Ratings
4 based on 267 reviews
3. Wat Mahathat Worawihan
Overall Ratings
4 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By mikeedeedee - Darlington
The five white pinnacled stupas are very distinctive and a landmark of Phetchaburi. However, we were disappointed to see water animals for sale at the entrance gate (for example two fully grown frogs in a small plastic bag filled with water) which appeared cruel in the heat of the day; our rating of this site would have been higher but for this.
That aside, the temple is beautiful and the statues on the roof are the best that we've seen this trip. Certainly worth removing shoes in order to enter the main hall.
We saw more tourists at this temple, than at any other in Phetchaburi, therefore, if short on time, this is probably one of the 'must sees' in our opinion. If you have more time, there are plenty of other, less grand temples in the vicinity.
4. Phra Ram Ratchaniwet
Overall Ratings
4 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By Joel43_12 - Christchurch, United Kingdom
The armed military police waved us through the entrance into the army base, the former palace was set in beautiful landscaped Gardens. Ticket THB 50 to enter a deserted building designed by a German architect with informative panels giving the history of the building. The building was virtually devoid of furniture with tiles and decorations which were not our taste.
5. Chao Samran
Overall Ratings
4 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By BMF60 - Bangkok
Chao Samran Beach attracts way more Thais than it does overseas tourists, but it is a great place to spend a few hours (particularly if you are driving back from Hua Hin). You can rent beach mats and order Thai food and seafood from the local vendors. There are also a variety of kites and other "Flying things" that will keep kids entertained for an hour or two. Recommended.
6. Wat Kamphaeng Laeng
Overall Ratings
4 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By Raymond W - Chengdu, China
This is perhaps the most memorable wat in town, because it contains the ruins of a Khmer temple from the late 12th or early 13th. This is not a particularly large or well-preserved temple but is the southernmost Khmer temple in Thailand, marking the furthest extent of the Angkor Empire. The laterite remains are quite dilapidated but you can still see a few towers and shrines and the leaning outer stone walls are still intact. This is an atmospheric place which will show just how long the history of this city really is.
7. Wat Koi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By peerapatp - Bangkok, Thailand
This is the type of wat (temple) that Thai people goes. There will be a lot of newly developed structures/sculptures etc. So if you are looking for old/ancient style wat and atmosphere, look elsewhere. But if you like to see typical wat with lots of Thai tourist and get some selfies, you will not be disappointed.
8. Kaeng Krachan National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By jazsacher - Bangkok, Thailand
I enjoyed my brief visit to Kaeng Krachan National Park in Phetchaburi. We spent a couple hours there and really enjoyed it. My reason for the average rating is only due to the fact that the park is rather small and we would have loved to have seen hiking trails and more activities here. One absolute must is a 600 baht boat ride around the lake which was beautiful. However, the absolute highlight was the island full of monkeys who literally swam out to our boat to get food. It was an absolute riot and an experience I'll never forget.
9. Wat Yai Suwannaram
Overall Ratings
4 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Dorsetbruce - Poole, United Kingdom
On first impressions it does not look very interesting - more a complex for monks but you need to walk around and enter the main temple where there are a lot of Buddha icons, statues etc,faded wall paintings and a monk who was chatting to some local students. One handed me a short guide to the temple written in English. Outside is a pond with wooden dragon figures. It was very interesting although not on a grand scale. Definitely worth a visit but do not expect anything resembling the Grand Palace of Bangkok.
10. Wat Maha That Worawiharn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By DGY-Eaglescliffe - Eaglescliffe
Take the cable car to the top but don't take any food as the monkeys can be a pest. The palace isn't too much to write home about but the views are great. The place also gets a pleasent breeze.
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