Pattaya
Boyztown, Jomtien's gay beach and a resort built around nightlife.
- Country
- Thailand
- Scene
- Gay destination
- Same-sex activity
- Legal
- Recognition
- Same-sex marriage
- Best time
- Nov – April
- Where
- Boyztown and Jomtien Complex
The scene
- Where Boyztown and Jomtien Complex
- The vibe Boyztown · Jomtien
- Best time Nov – April
A place gay men travel to for the scene itself: a gayborhood or resort town, gay beaches or hotels, a big Pride or a circuit weekend, and a night out every night of the week.
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Coming up
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Questions people ask
Is Pattaya gay-friendly?
Yes. Thailand is Tier 2, accepted in the cities, on our country ranking. Boyztown, Jomtien's gay beach and a resort built around nightlife.
Where do gay men go out in Pattaya?
The scene sits around Boyztown and Jomtien Complex. A place gay men travel to for the scene itself: a gayborhood or resort town, gay beaches or hotels, a big Pride or a circuit weekend, and a night out every night of the week. Best time: Nov – April.
When is the best time to visit Pattaya?
Nov – April. That is when the calendar peaks: Pride, the big parties or simply the weather. Check the events on this page for exact dates.
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Method
The scene rating says how much there is to do: gay destination means a gayborhood, a beach or a whole town the boys plan trips around. Safety comes from the Thailand country page, tiered on ILGA World, Human Rights Watch, the Human Dignity Trust, Equaldex and court rulings. Ratings come from our editors and club members who were just there. How we rate. Last reviewed September 2026.