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Hua Hin is considered one of the favorite resorts of the ruler of Thailand. This island is located in Maroe Bay, 175 km from Tahiti and 200 km from Bangkok. The map of Hua Hin includes the territory of two small islands connected by a bridge, which make up this resort - Hakin Nui and Joaquin Iti.

Among the main streets of the resort, which can be seen on the map of Hua Hin, is the Petchkasem highway, which runs along sea ​​coast, and the central street Damnoenkasem. To the north of it are most of the local restaurants and shops, a list of which can be found in the Arrivo guide.

Local airline flights from Hua Hin can get you to the islands of Tahiti, Bora Bora, Raiatea and Moorea, which only takes about half an hour, and a train or bus trip to the capital will last about 3-4 hours. 25 km from Hua Hin there is another resort - Cha Am.

A map of Hua Hin with attractions, the most significant of which is the Klai Wan Wong Palace, will help you plan your trip to this region of Thailand.

At a distance of 25 kilometers from a place called Cha Am there is Hua resort-Hin. It is famous for its five-kilometer white sand beach and countless golf courses. There are several hotels here, built in the English style, full of grace, which are in perfect harmony with the splendor of the resort’s nature. You should definitely choose a holiday in Hua Hin, Thailand.

This resort can be considered one of the oldest resorts in the country. A hundred years ago, construction of a palace began here, which later became the summer residence of the king of the country. This palace is still one of the favorite vacation spots of the royal family. In Hua Hin, all hotels are upscale. Basically they all have 4 or 5 stars. We can say that tourists relax here, preferring a comfortable, quiet holiday, secluded from the bustle of the city. The absence of noisy parties at night attracts couples with children to these places.

This place is very easy to get to from Bangkok. The journey by car usually takes approximately 3.5 hours. You can also take the train or bus. Both types of transport are usually equipped with air conditioning. The journey takes the same 3.5 hours, and the ticket will cost you 250 baht.

WITH bus station Hua Hin has flights to many cities in the country. You can go to Phetchaburi, Cha-Am, Chumphon, Phuket and other cities. In addition, several regular buses traveling from Baghkok to Samui or Phuket pass through the resort at night. If you have the means, you can book a private jet.

Where is the best place to stay?

In the city area, more than 400 hotels, inns and guest houses have been built to serve vacationers for a wide variety of tastes. Hilton hotels are among the most famous and most popular hotels. Hua Hin Resort & Spa, located in the central part of the city, Devasom Hua Hin Resort, which is located on a private beach, Hyatt Regency Hua Hin, more suitable for families and children, and Centara Grand Beach Resort& Villas Hua Hin, which is also located in the central part of the resort. The price of a room in these comfortable hotels ranges from 3,000 baht to 5,000 baht per night.

There are also budget hotels in the city with air conditioning and hot water. Rooms in such hotels will cost you from 300 baht per day. The cost of accommodation in guesthouses for two starts from 700 baht per night.

The tropical climate affects how much a holiday in Hua Hin costs. Therefore, there is a rainy season, a cool season and a hot season. The best weather for holidays in this place is from the beginning of winter until the beginning of April. But you must understand that a holiday here during the high season will cost you a lot. Therefore, you should not refuse a holiday in Hua Hin during the rainy season. The rains here at this time of year are short and only fall at night.

What to take with you?

Packing luggage for a holiday abroad is a very responsible matter. The most important thing is to prepare everything Required documents, as well as several copies of photocopies. It is best to place copies in different places, but so that they are always at hand. Other required documents include medical insurance. It is better not to save on its cost. Anything can happen on a trip. Do the same with air tickets. You need to print them out and make several copies, placing them in different parts of your luggage.

Be sure to pack a first aid kit. Stock up on medications to reduce body temperature and medications that relieve food poisoning. Don't forget to bring your camera, flash drive, charger, batteries, etc.

What to see?

The first thing a tourist should visit in Hau Hin is the palace of the Klai Kwong royal family, as well as religious temple called Wat Neranchararama. This temple is famous for having the largest statue depicting Buddha with six arms.

Natural attractions and places of interest include waterfalls and national parks and the city of Phet Buri, where excursions go to see temples, palaces and the Khao Luang cave, where there are almost two hundred Buddha statues.

If you prefer leisure, then on the beaches you will be offered to ride a yacht or water scooter, windsurf or take horse ride. Golf is actively developing in this region. There are several golf clubs, many golf courses, and training courses on this game are organized.

Other activities include eco-tours, fishing, elephant riding, kiteboarding, a variety of resort water activities, karting and more.

Those who like to relax and spend time at the spa will also like it here. The question of how much this entertainment costs should not worry vacationers. Prices for spa services here are very affordable. At the same time, you will be offered both regular Thai massage and more modern procedures, detox courses, alternative medicine, and skin cleansing procedures. There is also a special international hotel in Hua Hin, Chiva-Som International Health Resort, where the main focus is fitness. Everything here is subordinated to health - fitness, spa, food, various procedures, and yoga.

Beaches

The entire beach area of ​​this resort can be divided into three different zones. Tourists with families and small children prefer to relax in the northern and southern parts of the beach. It's calm and peaceful here. But in the central part, mostly young people and partygoers gather.

The city beach of Hua Hin originates from a landmark called “Stone Head” and stretches for several kilometers. Here you can buy souvenirs at an inexpensive price. This beach is always crowded, you can find entertainment for every taste.

The southern zone of the beach begins at Mount Khao Takiab. This beach is very narrow. In many places you can go straight into the water from the steps. Therefore, there are few people in this part, and when it rains, it is completely empty. Khao Takiab beach is always clean, as the beach area is cleaned every weekend. Here you can inexpensively rent a sun lounger and go water skiing.

Suan Son Beach can be called a continuation of Khao Takiab. Entry into its territory is paid and costs 10 baht. This is a very picturesque place with dense thickets of shady vegetation.

In the northern part is Sai Noi Beach. You can reach it at public transport. Tourists recognize this beach as one of the best. There is no special infrastructure, shops or tents.

The wide but uncrowded Tao Beach begins at the mountain of the same name. This beach is suitable for children and those who have never learned to swim well. Its feature is shallow water. There is an observation deck on Mount Tao famous temple Turtles.

To the north of Hua Hin, near Mount Cha Am, the beach of the same name originates. It is very inexpensive to rent accommodation here, which attracts a large number of tourists. For this reason, there are always a lot of people on the beach. In addition, there is a highway next to the beach, which attracts a huge number of tourists to this beach.

The first organized settlements on the site of Hua Hin appeared not so long ago - at the beginning of the 19th century. This happened when drought forced some of the Thai peasants who lived closer to the island to move to more fertile lands. This is how the village of Samore Riang appeared, which means “Row of Stones”. Later it was renamed several times, but the “stone” was present in each new name.

In 1911, a railway line was built here, which caused an influx of local wealthy residents wanting to buy bungalows on seashore. And the beginning of the tourist history of Hua Hin dates back to 1920, when this city attracted the attention of King Rama VI himself. The monarch decided to establish his summer residence here, which entailed the construction of two luxurious palaces, as well as provision high level security. And today in Hua Hin there is almost no crime, there is always order on the streets and an almost European atmosphere.

Entertainment and attractions

Since the city of Hua Hin is relatively young and small - only 911 square kilometers, there are almost no historical attractions within its borders, except for the royal palaces. But there are a lot of them in the surrounding area, and each one is easy to get to.

Review of Hua Hin sights

• - the summer royal palace with the unpronounceable name Marukhataiwan appeared in 1923. This elegant, airy building made of yew wood is located 15 kilometers from the city - on the way to Cha-Am.

• - main royal residence with beautiful name“Far from worries”, located 2 kilometers from Hua Hin. Unlike the previous palace, this one is still used by the royal family.

• Royal Pavilion at the railway station- a waiting room built in 1920, intended for the royal family. It is practically not used for its intended purpose, but thanks to its beautiful architecture it has become a popular tourist attraction.

• - not too high (only 272 meters), but noticeable from almost anywhere in Hua Hin, it is interesting for its temple and observation deck at the top. It is believed that dozens and hundreds of monkeys live on Khao Takiab, but, according to tourists, usually on the way up you can meet a maximum of 2-3 monkeys. But you will see big statue Buddha, and also get a wonderful overview of the surrounding area.

• Bat Cave- is located in a low mountain located 30 kilometers from Hua Hin. Hundreds of bats fly out of the karst cave every evening just after sunset, forming a real swarm. You can get here along Petchakasem Road, driving about 5 kilometers after Cha-Am and turning right at the overpass.
• Three caves- Kailon Cave, Dao Cave and Laplae Cave are located about 30 kilometers from the city, next to the Palau Falls. In one of them, in Kailon Cave, a hermit monk once lived. The other two are interesting with their bizarre stalactites and stalagmites, as well as the ubiquitous Buddha statues.
• Hua Hin Zoo- a new zoological garden was built in Hua Hin recently, in 2016. It is located approximately 20 minutes by car northwest of the Market Village shopping center. You shouldn't expect a wide variety of animals here, but there are deer, a white lion cub, crocodiles, tigers, and peacocks.
• - part of the big and beautiful national park Forest Park, where routes are laid out for tourists along light hanging bridges.

• Palau Falls (Pala-U)- Located in Kaeng Krachan National Park, it is approximately 60 kilometers from Hua Hin. This 16-step waterfall is the highest in Thailand, so the viewpoint at the top offers magnificent views.

• - an original attraction near Pak Tien Beach near the city of Cha-Am. It is a 6-meter statue of a black woman - a demon who beckons the Thai prince with her finger.

• - a temple dedicated to a legendary monk named Luang Pro Tuad, who, according to legend, could perform miracles. The dominant feature of the temple is an 11-meter statue of a monk on a high pedestal, around it there is a beautiful park with ponds. And you can get here by moving along the Soi 70 highway in a western direction (about 20 kilometers from the city).

• Rock temple Wat Cha Am- this unusual sanctuary is located in the Cha-Am area, 40 kilometers from Hua Hin. Its main part is a cave where a statue of a reclining Buddha is kept. Also here you can find a number of small figurines and a stone sculpture in which the temple caretakers see the head of a snake.
• Elephant Village- There are several elephant villages in Hua Hin, but the most popular of them is located near the Wat Khao Itisukato temple. Here you can ride elephants, take pictures with them, or feed the animals with specially purchased bananas.
• - an adventure park located in the jungle about 12 kilometers from the city. It offers entertainment such as snake and elephant shows, elephant rides, and ATV rides. It is believed that the most interesting elephant show is shown in Hua Hin Safari & Adventure Park.

Of course that's not all interesting places Hua Hina. There are several colorful Buddhist shrines and even one Orthodox church Holy Royal Passion-Bearers. Other attractions include the Vana Nava water park, an artists' village and vineyards. In short, even if you come for a month or more, you will find what to see and what excursions to fill your free time with.

Interesting fact: It is believed that the wooden statues of elephants in the Temple of the Black Monk can make wishes come true - you just need to walk around any of them 9 times, passing under the belly, and put a small coin in the statue’s mouth.

Download the Hua Hin attractions map.

Entertainment in Hua Hin

Train station address: (intersection of Soi 67 and Prapokklao).

Official website of railways: .

Hua Hin has an airport, but it is only one runway and is usually used for private flights.

How to get there from Moscow:

Option 1 - via Bangkok

Airplane: Direct flights to Bangkok are offered by Gulf Air and Aeroflot. With one transfer - Turkish Airlines. Travel time is from 12 to 32 hours, depending on the flight.

Option 2 - via Pattaya

Airplane: Aeroflot has direct flights to Pattaya; options with transfers are offered by Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Emirates. You can spend from 5 to 30 hours or more on a flight.

Option 1 - via Bangkok

Airplane: There are no direct flights, but you can fly to Bangkok with 1 transfer using Turkish Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Aeroflot. The journey takes from 13 to 40 or more hours.

Option 2 - via Pattaya

Airplane: there are flights with only 1-2 transfers from Turkish Airlines, Hainan Airlines, S7, Aeroflot and others. On the way - from 14 hours or more.

How to get there from Bangkok:

You can also leave the Southern and Northern bus stations, however, this will not be the most convenient transfer.

How to get there from Pattaya:

Interesting: At Bangkok airport you can get a free SIM card from Thai operators DTAC and TRUE. In Bangkok itself, it is better to use TRUE, but in other areas of Thailand, DTAC will have a more stable connection and faster Internet.

Transport - how to get around the city

Hua Hin has a fairly wide public transport network:

• - a fast and inexpensive way to move around the city if you are traveling alone and without luggage. All drivers wear bright red and crimson vests; it is difficult to confuse them with anyone else.

• Songthaew- Thai pick-up minibuses, in which benches are placed for passengers in the rear of the car. This is the cheapest mode of transport, the fare averages from 15 ( ~30 rub. ) up to 40 baht ( ~81 rub. ). They vary in color:
  — green ones go from Khao Takiab through the center of Hua Hin to the airport and back;
  - white with a red stripe - go along the ring from Thanon Phetkasem Street to Soi Hua Hin 41;
  — whites can be taken from the railway station to the Market Village shopping center and to the floating markets;
  - orange - will help you get to the hospital and to the Tesco Lotus shopping center.

• - another type of transport familiar to Thailand. Three-wheeled carts operate like taxis and usually wait for passengers near interesting tourist spots.

• Pedicabs- not so much transport as entertainment and attraction. They can usually be seen near the central beach, but travel is expensive.
• Taxi- in Hua Hin you can order a taxi that will pick you up from Bangkok airport or the railway station, but you shouldn’t count on a car with air conditioning, there are very few of them.

Rent a car, motorbike or scooter

Tourists who want to travel on their own can use car rental at Bangkok Airport. There are also rental offices in the center of Hua Hin, but the choice of cars is not so great.

There will be no problems renting a bike or scooter either - rental points operate at large hotels and right on the street. Please note: driving without a helmet can result in a fine! And good news: almost all parking in Hua Hin is free.

Restaurants and cafes - where to eat

There are plenty of options for delicious food in Hua Hin - from expensive restaurants to street food. There are budget establishments on the territory of the Market Village shopping center - several cafes and a food court. Also an inexpensive option are BBQ buffets that offer Buffet from raw foods and soft drinks. You can prepare a portion for yourself there, on the coals.

As for restaurants, you can expect a small check for lunch or dinner at Yayoi chain establishments - here Japanese cuisine is adapted for Europeans. Italian dishes, including pizza, you can try at the La Grappa restaurant, where the chef is from (by the way, they also serve real delicious grappa here), as well as at Andreas Italian Restaurant. European cuisine in Hua Hin is represented at All in Hua Hin - a restaurant and deli under one roof. National food Delicious food is served at Livanto Lifestyle, Moon Smile & Platoo, Chao Lay. And for those who miss borscht, dumplings and other traditional Russian dishes, there is the Sadko restaurant.

Where to buy products

Tourists who want to eat on their own can purchase food from small 7Eleven chain stores, which are located throughout the city. In addition, you can make purchases in Big C, Market Village, Tesco Lotus supermarkets, and traditional domestic food is available in Villa Market.

And a few words about food markets Hua Hina. Seafood is worth buying at the fish market on Khao Takiab, fruit - at the market across the bridge near the Tesco Lotus store (open from 15:00). And, of course, almost any delicacy can be found at the Chat Chai day market and Night Bazaar.

Average prices for products:

• Rice - 40 baht ( ~81 rub. );
• Bottle of water - 8-9 baht ( ~18 rub. );
• Milk - 45 baht (1 liter) ( ~91 rub. );
• Bread - 35 baht (0.5 baht) ( ~71 rub. );
• Bananas - 30 baht ( ~61 rub. );
• Potatoes - 33 baht ( ~67 rub. );
• Chicken - 185 baht ( ~376 rub. ).

Interesting fact: There is a chocolate factory in Hua Hin that produces a wide range of Thai sweets. The store can be found near the Cicada market.

Weather

The climate of Hua Hin as a whole is not much different from the weather typical of most Thai resorts. However, the humidity here is still not as high as, for example, in Bangkok. The dry but cool season lasts from late November to late February, fairly dry and hot from March to early June, and the rainy season from June to November.

Despite the fact that prolonged rains of many days are rare for this place, moving around the city in bad weather very problematic. Alas, the drainage system cannot cope even with half a day's rain.

Many tourists are interested in: should they be afraid of a tsunami in Hua Hin? After all, such disasters have happened more than once on the coast of Thailand. But this city is located deep in the Gulf of Thailand and is protected from weather surprises.

Where to stay

Since Hua Hin is resort town, there are many housing options here: hotels, apartments, guesthouses, apartments and condominiums. Among the best beach hotels you can name Marriott Resort and Spa, Cape Nidhra Hotel, Hilton Hua Hin, Hyatt Regency - all these are 5-star hotels within walking distance from the sea. Luxury villas near the royal summer residence are offered by the V Villas Hua Hin complex. More affordable accommodation options can be found in inexpensive hotels Sofia Hotel, Giulietta e Romeo, as well as in the Chada Guesthouse.

It is possible to rent a house on your own, but it is unlikely that you will be able to do this quickly and without intermediaries - there are few rental offers on the streets. Typically, those who come here for a long time book a hotel room for 3-4 days and during this time look for where to stay, systematically driving around the city. But you shouldn’t expect that you will certainly find something suitable during this time. It’s better to find housing in advance - for example, using the service. This is the optimal solution for those who travel for a long time and with children.

If you want to live right by the beach, most likely it will be an apartment in a condominium. Almost along the entire coastline, the 1st line is occupied by condos, and a little further you can find townhouses and houses in the private sector. For a trip of several months or a winter stay, it is more profitable to rent a townhouse, although condominiums usually have more comfortable conditions.

Beaches of Hua Hin on video

Despite its high cost, the Hua Hin resort is beautiful place both for long-term trips and short-term tours. It is believed that it is especially suitable for families with small children and for those who do not like noisy “party” places, preferring cleanliness and safety. However, active tourists will be able to find entertainment to their liking here, especially since it is easy to get to excursions to Bangkok, Pattaya and other busy places from here.

Quiet, charming and cozy - these are the words that best describe the resort town of Hua Hin, located two hours' drive from Bangkok. Once upon a time, in its place there was a simple fishing village called Samore Riang (translated from Thai as “rows of stones”). At the beginning of the 20th century, the Klai Kangwon Palace was built here, and the quiet place turned into a seaside resort where the royal family of Thailand came to relax.

Today Hua Hin - main resort Thailand, where the country's elite vacation. Since 2018, Klai Kangwon Palace has become the official residence of the king and is closed to tourists. Tourists are attracted to the city by its unique atmosphere and royal decorum, splendor national parks and a clean beach. Hua Hin is ideal for respectable travelers and a relaxing family holiday.

How to get there

The most convenient way to get to Hua Hin from Russia is to fly to international Airport Suvarnabhumi in Bangkok or Utapao in Pattaya.

The distance from Bangkok to Hua Hin is only 220 km. It can be overcome by taxi, bus or train. The most convenient way to order a transfer to your hotel door is directly at the airport. The price for a trip starts from 2,500 baht and depends on the class of the chosen car.

Bus service is available from Sai Tai Mai South Station. Flights to Hua Hin depart every half hour and travel time takes about 4 hours. First class ticket price is 200 baht.

Southbound trains depart from Hua Lamphong Railway Station, located in the center of Bangkok. The cost of a train ticket is 45 – 100 baht (depending on the class of carriage). Traffic is organized from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.

You can take a ferry from Pattaya to Hua Hin. The catamaran runs once a day. Departure time from Pattaya is 13:00, arrival at the final station after 3 hours.

Attractions

Hua Hin has many interesting architectural, religious and natural attractions.

Pa La U Waterfall

Pala-U Waterfall

Pa La Waterfall(Pa La-U) is located in the Kaeng Krachan National Park, 60 km west of Hua Hin. The height of the sixteen-scade beauty is just over 200 meters. Its waters are home to countless schooling fish, surrounded by a picturesque tropical forest where exotic birds nest and butterflies fly. Entrance to the waterfall is paid: 300 baht.

Pa La U Waterfall

Klai Kangwon Palace

Klai Kangwon Palace– the residence of the king, built in 1927. Local population calls the building the “Palace of Love and Hope.” A long wooden terrace stretches from the palace to the sea, and around it there is a park decorated with plants brought from the island of Java. When visiting the royal residence, be sure to wear clothing that covers your shoulders and have your passport with you.

Klai Kangwon Palace

Hua Hin railway station

Liab Tang Rodfai Rd, Hua Hin, Thailand

The symbol of the city is one of the oldest in the country railroad station, built during the reign of King Rama IV. The wooden building, painted yellow and red, the royal waiting room, the historical train and the ancient atmosphere attract many tourists here.

Hua Hin railway station

Temple on Mount Khao Takiab

Rajabhat Park(Ratchapak Park) is open from 8 am to 6 pm. The 355,000 square meter area includes giant bronze statues of the seven kings of Thailand, a military ceremonial area and a historical museum.

Rajabhat Park

Climate and weather

Hua Hin has a humid tropical climate. It has 3 seasons: hot, rainy and cool. The average annual temperature in the city is +28 °C. The hot season lasts from March to May: during this time there is no rain, and the thermometer often rises to 40 degrees. The rainy season is from June to October. At this time there are heavy but short-lived rains. The wettest month is September. The cool season from November to February is the most best time to visit Hua Hin. It doesn’t rain at this time, and the temperature is 18-25 degrees.

Transport connection

A highway passes through the city highway. Buses run through the bus station on the route Phuket - Nakhon Ratchasima - Ubon Ratchathani.

City transport is represented by local songthaew taxis, tuk-tuk and auto taxis. A Songthaew is a pickup truck with open sides but under a roof. The salon is equipped with two long benches that seat 10-12 people. In Hua Hin, songthaews are painted in different colors. Green cars run from the city center in the following directions:

• to the night market;
• to the Blueport shopping center;
• to the bus station and to the airport;
• to Mount Khao Takiab.

The movement interval is 10-15 minutes. The price depends on the distance and will be 10-20 baht per person.

The orange songthaew route runs through the entire city along small streets: from the Makro supermarket to the SaiLom hotel. White cars drive from the train station to the Black Monk Temple (Wat Huay Mongkol). White songthaews with red stripes operate on a circular route in both directions along the city's main street, Thanon Phetkasem, through the train station.

Kitchen

The climate of Thailand allows us to harvest a rich harvest of fruits and vegetables twice a year. Traditional Thai cuisine is characterized by the combination of three tastes in one dish: sour, sweet and spicy.

The main food in the city is steamed rice, served with meat, seafood and vegetables. The most popular national dishes:

• Pad Thai - fried egg noodles with vegetables and spicy sauce;
• Tom Yum Kung soup (tom yang kung) based on meat broth with the addition of mushrooms, seafood, spices and lime;
• Panag curry paste with beef or chicken with cashew nuts.

In the city for European tourists Several Thai cooking schools have been opened where those interested can learn how to cook different dishes. The fishing town of Hua Hin is famous for its seafood, which can be bought at the night market and ordered in restaurants.

Beaches

Beaches with a shallow and gently sloping entrance to the water, white sand with a small amount of small pebbles are ideal for families with children. All coastline planted with casaurines - evergreen coniferous trees that create favorable shade.

The city beach has paid umbrellas and sun loungers, there are many cafes with refreshing drinks, and rental shops for water sports equipment.

By car you can go to Khao Takiab beach, located in the area of ​​the mountain of the same name. Sai Noi Beach is 30 minutes north of the city center, and half an hour by public transport from the city center. According to tourists, this beach is considered one of the best in the city.

Excursions and entertainment

While vacationing in Hua Hin, you can make a lot of exciting trips and excursions not only around the city, but also in its surroundings.

Khao Sam Roi Yot Marine National Park is located 50 km south of the city on the shores of the Gulf of Thailand. Translated from Thai, its name sounds like “mountain with three hundred peaks.” In the park you can sail a boat deep into the jungle, climb to observation decks, visit the habitat of tropical birds, see rare animals and dolphins. But the main attraction of Khao Sam Roi Yot is the caves, of which there are many. Some of them are located on mountainous slopes and only trained tourists can get into them.

The most famous is the Cave of the Three Kings of Phraya Nakhon. Sai Cave amazes with its bizarre stalagmites and stalactites. Sai Cave is a dark through cave.

The park is open from 8:00 to 16:00. The price for an adult ticket is 200 baht, admission for children is 100 baht.

For exotic lovers there will be interesting journey k p market on the water. The Damnoern-Saduak floating market offers visitors a variety of vegetables, fruits and seafood, and national cuisine is prepared right on the boats. thai dishes. Damnoern-Saduak is a unique museum under open air.

Trip to water park "Black Mountain" Young travelers will love it. In its open-air water area you can find slides of any height and configuration, a jacuzzi, an artificial river with a current, and even a pool with a real wave, like the sea. Next to the water park there is a lake with wakeboarding boats and jumping boards.

A tour to Safari ParkHua Hin Safari & Adventure Park. Here tourists can enjoy elephant rides, shows of crocodiles, snakes and tigers, photo sessions with wild animals, feeding and viewing giraffes, camels, tropical fish and birds.

Connoisseurs of Thai history and culture will be happy to visit Phetchaburi city, located 60 km north of Hua Hin. In it you can see the summer palace of King Rama IV, climb Mount Khao Luang, where gilded statues and the famous figure of the reclining Buddha are installed in the cave.

Besides, Hua Hin travel agencies They also offer other types of entertainment:

• excursion to the Buddhist temple Wat Huay Mongkol with a visit to tropical vineyards, wine tasting and elephant riding;
• two-day tour to Tao Turtle Island with a magnificent beach, clear sea and rich underwater world;
• a visit to the fishing village of Pak Nam Pran, where you can see unusual dwellings on stilts and get acquainted with the life and traditions of the local population;
• a thirty-minute ATV ride through the jungle;
• shows with performances of snakes, crocodiles and elephants;
• sea ​​cruise to monkey island.

Car rent

Renting a car in Hua Hin is a solution to the problem of getting around the city. Renting a budget car in monetary terms will be equal to the cost of four trips on a tuk-tuk. When drawing up a contract, you should take into account some features:

• car rental is provided to persons at least 21 years of age;
• gasoline, child seat and GPS navigator are paid separately;
• by prior arrangement, the selected car will be delivered to the hotel, train station or airport;
• the amount of the deposit is blocked on the payment card.

The most popular car models at rental points: Toyota (Vios, Yaris), Mazda 2; Honda (City, Jazz), Nissan Almera, Ford Fiesta. The rental price depends on the chosen model and tourist season. Price per day starts from 250 baht, rental at long term available at a discount.

Motorbike rental

A powerful and maneuverable motorbike is an excellent means of transportation, both on city streets and on country roads. Numerous motorbike rental points in Hua Hin are located at train stations, in hotels and on the streets of the city. Active travelers are offered popular models: Honda and Yamaha. When concluding a contract, you will need a passport (plus a photocopy of it) and a cash deposit.

Yacht and boat rental

In Hua Hin you can organize a trip on a snow-white sea yacht. Most often, going to sea is combined with an excursion to National Park Sam Roi Yot, with a stop at Monkey Island, snorkeling on coral reefs and fishing in the open sea. The price for renting a large yacht with a capacity of up to 15 people is 15,000 baht per day. The price includes water, lunch and sports equipment. Renting a sailing boat for four people costs 18,000 baht. A two-hour romantic cruise for two with the services of a professional skipper will cost 13,000 baht.

Hua Hin, a small provincial town located on west coast Gulf of Thailand two hundred kilometers south of, it fits the definition "Potemkin Village". The fact is that it was chosen as the summer residence of the royal family. Therefore, an exemplary Siamese province is cultivated in it - the way the king himself would like to see it. Many Hua Hin attractions created specifically for tourists. For example, . However, excursions to the sights of Hua Hin are quite an interesting and educational way to spend time.

Train Station

This landmark of Hua Hin is protocol, and for Thais it is sacred, almost sacred. Like everything connected with the name of the deceased king. Built in 1911, it became a symbol of the fact that the monarch honored the city with his attention and chose it as his residence, after which it flourished and turned into a resort. Now it carefully preserves the waiting room, specially built in 1920 for the king and members of his family. And this despite the fact that in recent years, crowned heads have not sought to travel around railway. All official guides to Thailand state that this is the most beautiful railway platform in the country. Read more about and how to travel between some provinces.

Cicada Market

If you have no idea at all, what to see in Hua Hin On a weekend evening, head to the Cicada Market located on Khao Takiab Street in the southern part of the city. This is its main party place, where not only tourists gather, but also local residents. Artists open open-air galleries there, theater shows are staged, and live music is played. There are souvenir shops where you can buy crafts inspired by the hand of a master, and not standard consumer goods. There you can go shopping and alternate it with relaxation to the music of local bards. The interesting thing is that various snacks are sold there not for cash, but with coupons for which you exchange baht at the entrance. All sorts of European, Thai or Chinese cuisine You can try it by sitting at a free table.

Night Market

Another one attraction in Hua Hin which is visited after sunset. The market on Soi 72 starts at 17:00. In general, for Thailand, the revival of life after the heat of the day subsides is quite common. There are such night fairs and food courts on other streets. The range of goods is quite standard: souvenirs, clothes, shoes... There are cafes and shops next to the shopping arcades. Many dishes, including seafood and huge, two-kilogram lobsters, are cooked in front of customers using an open fire. You definitely need to know in order to save a few extra baht.

Wat Ampharam Temple

The Wat Ampharam temple, which, excuse the pun, has nothing remarkable. There are more beautiful places of worship in Thailand. The whole point, again, is the closeness of the royal family. This is a functioning complex consisting of a monastery, a temple and a columbarium.

Monkey Mountain - Khao Takiab

Khao Takiab is a mountain, the visual dominant of the city, which gives its name to the street and the whole area. Its height is 272 meters. Don't expect to see "herds" there. Several elderly monkeys live out their lives on its top, where there is also a temple Wat Khao Lat, whose architecture combines Chinese and Siamese styles. On the half-mountain, facing the city, stands a 20-meter tall Buddha statue. There are several viewing platforms.

Sam Roi Yot National Park

This attraction of Hua Hin is the largest, because its area is 98 square meters. kilometers. It would be more correct to call it “The Kingdom of Siam in Miniature”. The natural landscape, where there are mountains, beaches, and virgin tropical forests full of strange animals, is decorated with temples. The park was created in 1966. It is worth setting aside two or three days to visit it, and traveling around the territory in a rented car.

Pala-U Waterfall

Sixty kilometers west of Hua Hin, almost on the border with Myanmar, is Kaeng Krachan National Park. Its decoration is the Palau Falls (Pa La-U, Pala-U), the highest in Thailand. It consists of sixteen steps. If you manage to climb to its top, you will enjoy views of Central Thailand and neighboring Myanmar. The border jungle is almost untouched and full of exotic animals. On the road from Hua Hin to the waterfall you can meet people walking freely.

Shopping complex Venezia

The Venice shopping and entertainment complex is located twenty kilometers north of Hua Hin, on the road to Bangkok. Something similar, but in French style in Pattaya (). Two Italian-style streets, a canal along which visitors are taken on gondola rides. There are several shops and a restaurant. There is an interactive zoo (exclusively sheep). The exhibition of 3D paintings is very interesting. You can “embed” into each of them and take an original photo as a keepsake.

Baan Silapin - artists' village

Baan Silapin Artist Village is sure to please fans visual arts. It is located four kilometers west of the city center, in a shady grove. This artistic village was founded in 1989 by artist Tawee Kesa-ngam, who left bustling Bangkok for inspiration. The community of free artists organized around him is close in lifestyle and worldview to the hippie subculture. You can chat with masters working in different genres, and also buy unique works in your own way. For example, wooden etchings of Buddha, terracotta figurines, landscapes.

Temple complex Wat Huay Mongkol

A real Buddhist shrine, to which people come from all over the world to pay their respects. Its spiritual center is a huge statue of the monk Luang Phor Tuad, revered in Thailand and beyond. Because of the color, the sculpture is called “Black Monk”. The complex is surrounded by a park with traditional Thai canals, bridges and goldfish ponds. Physical hunger can be satisfied in a cafe, where the food is quite tasty.

Vineyards

Hua Hin Hills Vineyard grape plantations are located thirty kilometers west of the city. They are included in the list of official excursions to the sights of Hua Hin. From half past eight in the morning until half past seven in the evening you can walk there and even taste the growing grapes. Juice or wine is sold at a restaurant nearby. Among other things, this place is also wonderful observation deck.

Royal Palace

Mrigadayavan Palace – Hua Hin landmark, to which this city owes its actual birth. Built in 1923, it transformed a fishing village into a royal resort. The residence of Rama IV is a must-see destination. Entrance to it is paid, but this is not all the conditions for visitors. They must take off their shoes and behave as befits a royal audience.

Temple ship Wat Ta Nod Luang

Buddhism is a religion that is tolerant of almost everything. Therefore, among religious buildings you can find very. For example, Wat Ta Nod Luang is a temple ship located near the village of Bang Kao, a few kilometers from the coast. Its appearance combines traditional Buddhist attributes and elements of ship equipment. The elephant, ubiquitous in temples in Thailand, holds a steering wheel on its head, and the central panel of the temple depicts scenes of a shipwreck. Its roof is decorated with thousands of small bells that ring in the wind. The temple was built recently, mainly to attract tourists. However, nearby is a truly ancient monastery, which contains a sculpture of the revered monk Luang Phor Thong Suk.

Turtle Temple Wat Khao Tao

Fifteen kilometers south of Hua Hin there is a very beautiful beach Sai Noi. It is also notable for the fact that Wat Khao Tao, the Turtle Temple, was built nearby. It can be considered a Buddhist park, since the landscape is decorated with man-made caves, picturesque paths, ladders, and unusually shaped stones. Like a cherry on the cake, all this romantic splendor is crowned by the temple. You can perform a ritual to attract good luck in it. As a thank you, leave an offering of 100 baht.

Khao Luang Cave Temple

Cave temple, a landmark of Hua Hin that is a must-visit, despite its considerable remoteness. It is located near the city of Phetchaburi, a walk through the streets of which will be a good addition to the excursion.

Kaeng Krachan National Park

The national park is the largest in Thailand. Located on the border with Myanmar. Closest to it settlements- This Hua city Khin, Phetchaburi, Cha-Am. An array of almost untouched mountain tropical forest, replete with exotic animals and plants. Numerous rivers, waterfalls, and caves add to its picturesqueness. Eat hot spring. It is located sixty kilometers west of Hua Hin. The road itself can be an unforgettable adventure. On it you can meet wild elephants.

Hin Lek Fai Viewpoint

It's more like a whole complex observation platforms, located on the slope of Khao Hin Lek Fai mountain with a height of 162 meters. Six places with stunning views of the outskirts of Hua Hin and the coast of the Gulf of Thailand are connected by picturesque paths and bridges. There is a park around them where orchids and other exotic plants grow.

mangrove forest

An attraction in Hua Hin, which is part of more large park Forest Park, where you can walk through a landscape very common in Southeast Asia - a mangrove forest - without risking your life. Tourists walk along suspended bridges that are closed to each other. It is impossible to get lost there; at every turn there is a map of the park and an exit sign. The main feature of the place is the hordes of mangrove crabs swarming among clusters of aerial roots. The coastal part of Forest Park is interesting to visit not because there are many wonders there, but because of the opportunity for relaxation. There are benches and tables under the canopy of trees. Before entering the park there is sand beach Pran Kiri is a wild, unequipped coastline.

Black woman

Near the town of Cha-Am there is Pak Tien Beach. It is famous for its statue, which has no official name, and therefore simply called “Black Woman”. It depicts a female sea demon who extends her hand towards a young Siamese prince sitting on a small island. At low tide you can reach the woman itself, which is six meters high. Due to constant contact with the sea elements, the Cyclopean structure is gradually destroyed.