Built in 1975, Wat Yansangwararam covers extensive ground and is surrounded by a scenic hilly landscape. The complex is made up of various religious buildings including an International Pavilion on the pond-side. One kilometre from the temple is a Chinese-style structure called Viharnra Sien, built by Thais of Chinese descent. Within the beautiful structure are housed Chinese antiquities and an exhibition of Chinese religious beliefs. Another special attraction is the Buddha Image cast on the Khao Chi Chan cliff by laser beams. The temple is located south of Pattaya along Highway No. 3 where at Km 160 a left turn leads to the site.

About 18 kilometres south of Pattaya, taking a left turn from Sukhumvit Road at Km. 163, is Suan Nong Nooch a sprawling recreation park in a typical Thai setting. Groups of traditional Thai houses and gardens with different flowering plants are dotted around the beautifully landscaped site. There are daily cultural and elephant shows attracting crowds of delighted visitors. Show times are 10.15 a.m. and 3.45 p.m. Admission fee is 300 baht. Tel: 0-3842-9321, 0-3842-9958 , 0-3870-9358-62 or 0-2252-1786

Bang Sa-re or Bang Saray is a fishing village some 16 kilometres south of Pattaya, taking a right turn at Km 164. South of Bang Saray is a deep bay suitable for angling. To the north are accommodation and dining facilities along the beach.

Another village offering good fishing opportunities is Samae San , located some 17 kilometres further from the Sattahip deep-water port. There are bungalow-type accommodations and tourists can charter boats to enjoy fishing around the nearby islands. These entire small islands are under the jurisdiction of the navy.

The Annual Chon Buri Red Cross Fair is held about mid -April. There is a Phra Phutthasihing Procession. Also organised are cultural shows, exhibitions and stalls offering various types of products.

The Buffalo Day is a long-established celebration of this most useful animal utilized by Thai farmers. A fun-filled event, it is held not only in Chon Buri itself but also in Ban Bung and Nong Yai districts. The beasts of burden are dressed outrageously or with admirable creativity by owners depending on their imagination. Assembled in the courtyard in front of the town hall, the buffaloes partake in racing, or take part in physical fitness and "fashion" contests.