A half-day
A half-day itinerary for those who want to get out of Hua Hin, see something interesting, but still have enough energy for an afternoon nap and evening rest 😌
🕌 Mrigadayavan Palace
The royal summer palace, built in the 1920s for King Rama VI. It's very light and airy, built entirely on stilts and with long galleries.
Admission to the park and lower floors is 90 baht, and to the upper royal floors is 350 baht. We only stayed on the lower level, and that was enough to get a feel for the atmosphere. But if you don't mind spending some money, I'd recommend getting a ticket to the upper level as well. Servants once walked downstairs, but the most interesting and beautiful things were on the royal floor.
While you're exploring, don't miss the library! It's surrounded by greenery, making it easy to miss. Musicians also occasionally play traditional Thai music in the main halls, which is a nice bonus.
🌊 Had Puek Tian
A beach with a statue, quite famous in the area. This place is associated with the Thai epic tale of the giant and the mermaid, hence the unusual sculpture.
It's a bit of a drive from Hua Hin. If you're looking for unusual photos, it's fine. Otherwise, I didn't find much point in making the long trip here. It was more of a check-in point and a couple of shots for my feed.
🐘 Wat Na Yang
A small temple with history that feels very alive. There's a glamorous pink elephant and a large, realistic seated monk. The temple itself is cozy, with walls peeling down to the bricks in places, creating beautiful pictures. It feels more about the atmosphere and the sense of time than polished decorations. That's exactly what I liked.
🦇 Bats View Point
Entrance fee: 50 baht. Mice fly out slightly to the left of the mountain at sunset; for us, it was around 6:20 PM 🌅
I was expecting something more spectacular, but they flew out in a thin stream, and lasted for a very long time, about 15 minutes for sure. Birds were chasing them, and that was also captivating 🐦
Overall, it's a nice place to sit, relax after a day of travel, and just watch the sunset with a beautiful view. In addition to the ticket, they give you free water, there's a restroom, and a small area for walking 🚶♀️💧
If you want to fully enjoy the whole day trip, I recommend also checking out the places we didn't have the energy for:
Khao Na Khwang Cave 🕳️
A small cave for those who like to peer deep into the mountain. Atmospheric, a little adventurous, and a cool stop along the way.
Khao Nang Panthurat Forest Park 🌿⛰️
A green park with paths and cliffs. A place for a quiet stroll in nature when you just want to take a stroll and breathe in the fresh air.
Wat Tham Chaeng
A temple in a cave. It's quiet, cool inside, and feels very unusual, like you've accidentally stumbled into a hidden place that not everyone knows about. 🙏
Malai Farm 🐑🌾
A farm with animals and cute photo spots. A relaxed, almost child-friendly location if you're looking for something simple, cozy, and stress-free.
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