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
My opinion :
starstarstarstarstar
On the top of an hill populated by monkeys, this historical park and its white chedi are the emblem of the city of Phetchaburi
My opinion :
starstarstarstarstar
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
Find a room in Phetchaburi
Other nice places to visit in Phetchaburi
starstarstarstar this temple worths a visit for its mural paintings in the ordination hall, its wooden wihaan and its little pond
starstarstarstar recent temple, its specific architecture and beautiful statues should not leave you indifferent
starstarstarstar with its high white prang, it does not go unnoticed in Phetchaburi. It also houses a highly revered Buddha here
starstarstarstar especially interesting for the almost 300 years old mural paintings of its main hall which retrace the life of Buddha
starstarstarstar housing a lage Reclyning Buddha and many other statues
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.
starstarstar this palace built during the reign of King Rama V by a German architect will probably interest beautiful houses lovers
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.
A little tip for the guide ?
If Thailandee.com website has helped you prepare your travel in Thailand, do not hesitate to give me a small tip by clicking on the button below. Thanks a lot !
Transports in Thailand
Type your departure city, your destination and the date of your trip.
Find accommodation in Thailand