Nong Nooch Tropical Garden Ticket for Foreign Visitors Pattaya
- DurationFull day, ticket valid for the selected date
- Open onDaily 08:00-18:00
- Meeting pointMain entrance of Nong Nooch Tropical Garden, about 20-30 minutes from central Pattaya, present your voucher
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Overview
Nong Nooch Tropical Garden is one of Pattaya's best-known days out, a huge botanical park south of the city with themed gardens, Dinosaur Valley, cactus and orchid collections and Thai cultural performances. This ticket is for foreign visitors and is valid on the date you choose. Depending on the option, you can add the sightseeing bus around the grounds, a lunch buffet, or both. Hotel transfers are not included. It suits families, couples, photographers and anyone who enjoys gardens and easy walking.
Highlights
- Large tropical botanical garden with themed areas and landscaped paths
- Dinosaur Valley with life-size prehistoric displays, loved by children
- French-style garden, cactus collection and colourful flower beds for photos
- Thai cultural performances during the day
- Add the sightseeing bus to cover the grounds, or a lunch buffet, or both
- Ticket valid for foreign visitors on the selected date; wheelchair and pushchair accessible
Full Description
Nong Nooch Tropical Garden near Pattaya
Nong Nooch Tropical Garden lies in the Sattahip district of Chonburi, about twenty to thirty minutes from central Pattaya, and covers several hundred acres of landscaped ground. It began as a private fruit plantation and later grew into one of the biggest botanical attractions in Thailand. A Nong Nooch Tropical Garden ticket gives you a full day of walking, photos and shows in one place.
The park is open daily from morning to early evening, and most visitors spend between four and six hours here. If you are asking whether Nong Nooch is worth visiting, families and garden lovers usually say yes because there is so much variety: flower gardens, palm collections, lakes, viewpoints and animals, all set out with clear paths.
Gardens, Dinosaur Valley and themed areas
The gardens are the heart of the park. Highlights include the French-style garden with clipped hedges and fountains, a large cactus and succulent collection, orchid displays, palm groves and colourful seasonal flower beds. Dinosaur Valley is a favourite with children, with life-size models set among tropical plants, and it makes a good photo stop.
Because the grounds are large, choose the option with the sightseeing bus if you prefer to hop between areas rather than walk everything in the heat. Wear light clothes and comfortable shoes, and bring a hat. The best time to visit Nong Nooch is early in the day, when it is cooler and quieter.
Thai cultural performances
Cultural shows are part of a Nong Nooch day in Pattaya. Performers present traditional Thai dance, music and customs in open-air venues, and the schedule runs through the day so you can fit one or more into your visit. Check the timetable when you enter so you can plan your route around the show times.
The performances are a good introduction to Thai culture for children and first-time visitors, and they give you a chance to sit in the shade for a while. Weather can affect outdoor activities, so keep some flexibility in your plan.
Tickets, options and how to get to Nong Nooch
Every option is valid for foreign visitors on the selected date only. The basic ticket covers garden admission; other options add the sightseeing bus, a lunch buffet, or both. Children are priced by height: those under 90 cm enter free, children from 90 to 140 cm need a child ticket, and taller visitors need an adult ticket, so children may be asked for ID.
Getting to Nong Nooch from Pattaya is simple by taxi, ride-hailing app or hired car, and there is parking on site. Our tickets do not include transfers. Bring your voucher to the main entrance, and remember that outside food and drinks are not allowed and re-entry may not be possible.
Itinerary
- Main entranceShow your voucher at the entrance and collect your admission.
- Gardens and themed areasWalk the French garden, cactus and orchid areas and the palm groves, or ride the sightseeing bus if you have chosen it.
- Dinosaur ValleyA short stop with life-size models and photo spots.
- Cultural performanceWatch a traditional Thai show at one of the scheduled times.
- LunchEnjoy the lunch buffet if your option includes it.
- Free timeExplore at your own pace before the park closes in the early evening.
What's included
- Admission to Nong Nooch Tropical Garden
- Ticket valid for the selected date
- Access to the gardens and open-air grounds
Not included
- Hotel transfers
- Food and beverages
- Personal expenses
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Nature and wildlife lovers
- Food lovers
- First-time visitors who want the highlights
Not suitable for
- Visitors who cannot walk for long periods in hot weather and have not chosen the bus option
- Residents of Thailand, because this ticket is for foreign visitors only
Meeting point
Go to the main entrance of Nong Nooch Tropical Garden and present your voucher. The ticket is valid on the date you selected and does not include hotel pickup, so arrange your own transfer by taxi, ride-hailing app or hired car; the garden is roughly twenty to thirty minutes from central Pattaya and has parking on site.
Important information
- The ticket is valid for foreign visitors only, on the selected date only.
- The garden is open daily; hours can vary, so check your voucher and arrive early.
- Entry by height: under 90 cm is free, 90 to 140 cm needs a child ticket, and taller visitors need an adult ticket; children may need ID.
- Outside food and drinks are not allowed, and re-entry may not be permitted after you leave.
- Wear light clothing, comfortable shoes, a hat and sunscreen; bring a light rain jacket in the wet season.
- Outdoor activities and shows may change because of the weather.
- Wheelchair and pushchair access is available on the main paths.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does a Nong Nooch Tropical Garden ticket cost?
The price depends on the option you choose, whether garden entry alone, with the sightseeing bus, with a lunch buffet, or with both. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, adult and child.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. The tickets cover admission and, depending on the option, the bus and lunch, but not transfers. You can reach the garden by taxi, ride-hailing app or hired car.
How long should I spend at Nong Nooch?
Most visitors spend four to six hours, and the ticket is valid for the whole day on the date you selected.
What is the difference between the options?
The basic ticket is garden admission only. The other options add the sightseeing bus, a lunch buffet, or both, and the most complete option includes admission, the bus and lunch.
Is Nong Nooch suitable for children?
Yes, it is very popular with families, and Dinosaur Valley and the open spaces suit children. Entry is priced by height, and infants under 90 cm enter free.
Who can use the foreign visitors ticket?
This ticket is valid for foreign visitors only. Children may be asked to show identification at the entrance.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear light clothes and comfortable walking shoes, and bring a hat, sunscreen and your voucher. Outside food and drinks are not allowed.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Yes, when dates are open on the booking panel. Your ticket is valid on the date you select.
Is the garden accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs?
Yes, the main paths are wheelchair and pushchair accessible, although the grounds are large and some areas may be uneven.
How far is Nong Nooch from Pattaya city centre?
About twenty to thirty minutes by road. Parking is available if you drive.
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