Phetchaburi
ThailandTH
Town in Phetchaburi Province, Thailand
Phetchaburi or Phet Buri is a town in southern Thailand, capital of Phetchaburi Province. In Thai, Phetchaburi means "city of diamonds". It is approximately 160 km south of Bangkok, at the northern end of the Thai peninsula. As of 2005, the town had a population of 26,181 and covers the two tambon Tha Rap and Khlong Krachaeng.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 40,259
- Coordinates
- 13.112, 99.945
- Timezone
- Asia/Bangkok
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Phetchaburi
Phetchaburi — a low-key town in Thailand — is worth a place on your map. It counts about 40,259 residents. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Phetchaburi is strongest on nature, culture and water sports. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Phetchaburi
Nature in Phetchaburi
(8)Phetchaburi's nature entries include Beaches, Caves, Countryside, National Parks and Nature Reserves. All of it is drawn from Phetchaburi's recorded activities. That is 8 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Culture in Phetchaburi
(5)Our data lists Architectural Buildings, Historical Sites, Monuments, Mosques and Towers as culture options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Phetchaburi.
Water Sports in Phetchaburi
(4)Under water sports, Phetchaburi is tagged with Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing, Swimming and Windsurfing. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Phetchaburi.
Adventure in Phetchaburi
(3)Under adventure, Phetchaburi is tagged with Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Theme Parks. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Phetchaburi.
Sports in Phetchaburi
(2)Phetchaburi records Hunting and Skateboard under sports. All of it is drawn from Phetchaburi's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Family in Phetchaburi
(1)Under family, Phetchaburi is tagged with Playgrounds. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Phetchaburi.
Nightlife in Phetchaburi
(1)Looking for nightlife? Phetchaburi has Festival. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Phetchaburi.
Shopping in Phetchaburi
(1)Under shopping, Phetchaburi is tagged with Food. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Phetchaburi.
More to do in Phetchaburi
(1)The other activities shortlist for Phetchaburi: Secret. All of it is drawn from Phetchaburi's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Phetchaburi
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Phetchaburi is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Thailand and continue by car or bike. Time zone: Asia/Bangkok.
Similar destinations
Places near Phetchaburi that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Phetchaburi known for?
- Phetchaburi, in Thailand, is best known for nature, culture and water sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 40,259 residents.
- What can you do in Phetchaburi?
- Recorded activities in Phetchaburi include Beaches, Caves, Countryside, National Parks and Nature Reserves. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Phetchaburi?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Phetchaburi located?
- Phetchaburi is located in Thailand. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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