Sight guide · Pattaya · Thailand
Visiting Art in Paradise
A 3D illusion art museum where large painted scenes are designed to be photographed, so visitors appear to ride dolphins, fall off cliffs or sit in giant teacups.
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Quick answer
Art in Paradise is a museum in Central Pattaya, Pattaya. Allow 1–1.5 hours; it is mid-priced. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Museum
- Area
- Central Pattaya
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- kids, rainy day and photo spot
- Best months
- August–October
About Art in Paradise
A 3D illusion art museum where large painted scenes are designed to be photographed, so visitors appear to ride dolphins, fall off cliffs or sit in giant teacups.
Tip: Go with a friend or family member to take each other's photos, and follow the marked camera spots for the best effect.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: 1–1.5 hours.
- Cost: Mid-priced.
- Book ahead: not usually needed; buy on arrival.
- Where: Central Pattaya, beach Road, Second Road and the big malls in the middle of the city.
Best time to visit Art in Paradise
Art in Paradise is indoors, which makes it a good plan for the wettest months:
- September: 32°C (90°F) highs, about 18 rainy days, quiet crowds.
- October: 31°C (88°F) highs, about 16 rainy days, quiet crowds.
- August: 32°C (90°F) highs, about 15 rainy days, moderate crowds.
When to visit Pattaya has the full month-by-month picture.
Fit it into your trip
Art in Paradise is not on our short itineraries, so plan it as an extra once you have seen Sanctuary of Truth and Koh Larn (Coral Island).
- No. 15 of the 18 sights in our Pattaya things-to-do list.
- A family favourite in Pattaya with kids.
Near Art in Paradise
Also in Central Pattaya, so you can walk between them:
- Underwater World Pattaya — 1.5 hours, mid-priced
- Tiffany's Show — 1.5 hours, mid-priced
- Pattaya Beach — 1–2 hours, free
If you like Art in Paradise
- Nong Nooch Tropical Garden — Sattahip, Half a day
Staying near Art in Paradise
Stay in Central Pattaya ($$) to walk here: beach Road, Second Road and the big malls in the middle of the city. All areas to stay in Pattaya.
Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Art in Paradise?
Plan 1–1.5 hours. With Underwater World Pattaya nearby, it fits a half-day in Central Pattaya.
+Is Art in Paradise free?
No, it is mid-priced. Tickets are usually available on the day.
+When is the best time to visit Art in Paradise?
August–October, the wettest months, when an indoor sight is most welcome. Go with a friend or family member to take each other's photos, and follow the marked camera spots for the best effect.
+Do I need to book Art in Paradise in advance?
Usually not: you can decide on the day.
+Is Art in Paradise good for kids?
Yes, it is one of our family picks in Pattaya. Pattaya packs a wide range of family attractions into easy reach of Bangkok: water parks, an aquarium, an illusion museum, a botanical garden, an open zoo and easy island trips.