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What places to visit in Phetchaburi?

What to see in Phetchaburi

Thanks to its historical past, Phetchaburi has much more to offer compared to Cha Am, Hua Hin and Pranburi its nearest neighbors. There many places of interest. There are many ancient temples with heterogeneous architecture and periods (including Ayutthaya and Sukhothai periods). Petchaburi's best-known monuments are undoubtedly the Phra Nakorn Khiri and the Tham Khao Luang Cave temple. Kaeng Krachan National Park will delight lovers of nature. Those looking to enjoy the beach will go to or Had Chao Samran or Puek Tian.
I also listed at the end of the page some good tours, excursions and activities that you can do in Phetchaburi or from Phetchaburi. Click here to see them.

Must-visit places in Phetchaburi

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Phra Nakhon Khiri Historical Park

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On the top of an hill populated by monkeys, this historical park and its white chedi are the emblem of the city of Phetchaburi
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Tham Khao Luang Cave

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This cave in the mountain was turned into a temple and is particularly pleasant to visit when it's hot outside. It is probably one of the most interesting attractions in Petchaburi
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Other nice places to visit in Phetchaburi

Wat Yai Suwannaram

Wat Yai Suwannaram

starstarstarstar this temple worths a visit for its mural paintings in the ordination hall, its wooden wihaan and its little pond
Wat Khoi

Wat Khoi

starstarstarstar recent temple, its specific architecture and beautiful statues should not leave you indifferent
Wat Mahathat Worawihan

Wat Mahathat Worawihan

starstarstarstar with its high white prang, it does not go unnoticed in Phetchaburi. It also houses a highly revered Buddha here
Wat Ko Kaew Suttharam

Wat Ko Kaew Suttharam

starstarstarstar especially interesting for the almost 300 years old mural paintings of its main hall which retrace the life of Buddha
Wat Phra Non

Wat Phra Non

starstarstarstar housing a lage Reclyning Buddha and many other statues
Pa La-U Waterfall

Pa La-U Waterfall

starstarstarstar This waterfall about sixty kilometers from Hua Hin is located in Kaeng Krachan National Park. It is a pleasant area of nature but not the most photogenic waterfall in Thailand.
Phra Ram Ratchaniwet

Phra Ram Ratchaniwet

starstarstar this palace built during the reign of King Rama V by a German architect will probably interest beautiful houses lovers
Wat Kamphaeng Laeng

Wat Kamphaeng Laeng

starstar ancient Khmer temple of which only a few ruins remains is now a Buddhist temple

Other visits suggestions in Phetchaburi

  • Khao Bandai It
    situated 2 kilometers south of Khao Wang is the site of an ancient temple of the Ayutthaya Period Wat Khao Bandai It. This 121 meters high hill and offers interesting natural caves
  • Kaeng Krachan National Park
    52 km far from Phetchaburi, it is the most extensive national park of Thailand with beautiful landscapes of mountains, lake and waterfalls with abundant wildlife. There accommodation in the area. Minivans from Phetchaburi go to Kaeng Krachan for 80 baht.

Tours in Phetchaburi and around

This selection includes tours, excursions and activities that I have personally tested or were tested by people I fully trust but also offers by recognized agencies or websites known for their seriousness and quality.

visit phetchaburi and happy farming time

Visit Phetchaburi and Happy Farming time

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Learn and experience the lifestyle of local farmers! Activities include visiting a local market, harvesting fresh produce as available, cooking, sight seeing, experiencing other daily activities of the host and staying overnight with the host!

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Explore the Hidden Gems of Phetchaburi from Bangkok

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Phetchaburi, a province where most tourists probably have never heard of. You will be taken to Phetchaburi's important landmarks, and and also the hidden gems! You will also be visiting local food stalls along the way.

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These are the most famous and popular hot springs in Krabi because they are not far from the Emerald Pool. The particularity here is that in addition to the swimming pool filled with naturally warm...


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Overlap Stone

overlap stone

This large rock which seems to be threatening to fall into the void at any time offers a very nice viewpoint on Lamai Beach and has become one of the best known viewpoints in Ko Samui. Only...


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Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao

wat phra kaew don tao

this is probably the most interesting temple inside Lampang city. It was the first one housing the Emerald Buddha which is now in Bangkok now.


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James Bond Island

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the island shaped like a nail in the sea is called James Bond Island since its appearance in The Man with the Golden Gun.


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