The Sanctuary of Truth is located in the Wongamat/Naklua area just a little north of Pattaya. You can reach it by baht bus, Grab or Bolt taxi or motorcycle taxi. If you take the baht bus, you need one that travels down Naklua Road from the Dolphin Roundabout. Get off at Soi 12 on the left, then you can take a motorcycle taxi, walk 1 kilometer to the entrance, or take another baht bus on Soi 12.
Considering the cheap price and convenience, you might be better off using a Bolt taxi.
If you need directions, use this Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/uTFpM5kj94kGPHbM9
If you’re not sure how to use the baht buses in Pattaya or you don’t have the Bolt or Grab taxi apps yet, read this guide to getting around Pattaya
Sanctuary of Truth Entry Prices
According to the Sanctuary of Truth website, the entry price for adults is 500 baht and 250 baht for children.
Check the current opening times and entry prices on their website: https://sanctuaryoftruthmuseum.com/
You can buy entry tickets for the Sanctuary of Truth cheaper online. If that interests you, read this article on getting cheap tickets to attractions in Pattaya
This magnificent wooden structure is also referred to as Wang Boran and Prasat Mai and was the brainchild of local businessman Lek Vinyaphant, construction of the Sanctuary of Truth began in 1981 and is not expected to be finished until the year 2025.
The Sanctuary of Truth is constructed purely from wood using traditional Thai woodworking techniques. Viewed from the inside and the outside this is a building of outstanding beauty.
Thousands of wooden sculptures adorn the interior walls of the Sanctuary of Truth, these sculptures are said to represent the seven creators, Heaven, Earth, Moon, Father, Mother, Sun and Stars.
Standing over 105 meters tall, the Sanctuary of Truth has the look and feel of a temple; there are four main spires on the top; these hold aloft figures of Deva and other celestial figures; the figure on the topmost spire is Kalaki.
You will see many familiar looking sculptures like this one in the photo above, I believe this is the Hindu God Indra sat astride the three headed elephant known as Erawan.
The four faces Brahma on top of the front pavilion, Brahma is a Hindu God who you may be familiar with, he sits inside many spirit houses outside hotels, banks and other large establishments, these particular spirit houses are known as San Phra Phroom or San Phra Brahm.
Wooden sculptures of celestial bodies appear to be flying down the spines of the roof of the Sanctuary of Truth.
Don’t forget your camera, like I said earlier this is probably the most beautiful building in Pattaya and is wonderfully photogenic.
Other things to do at the Sanctuary of Truth: I grabbed the list of activities (below) from their website, but please take a look at the website yourself to confirm what activities are currently available.
Viewpoint around the castle: Speed boat, ancient dredger, carriage, elephant riding, and Naklua Kitchen Restaurant.
Other activities: Animal feeding at Mini Zoo, Experimenting with wood carving at the carving shop, foot massage, Walking and admiring the sculptures in the Snow Forest, Taking a commemorative photo at the Sanctuary of Truth Photo Gallery, Shopping at the gift shop And sit and listen to traditional Thai instrumental music with a simple atmosphere like the local people at the cultural courtyard cafe.
If you’re looking for more things worth doing, take a look at this list of top things to do in Pattaya