Located south of Bangkok in Hua Hin is the much acclaimed and loved amusement park of Santorini Park. Having opened its doors to the general public in 2013, Santorini Park has swiftly risen to fame as a ‘must visit’ when on holiday in this part of the country. Complete with a slew of leisure thrills and spills to take advantage of, Santorini Park is best enjoyed if you plan your visit well.

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Reaching Santorini Park

Given the location of the attraction which is found just off Highway 4, those arriving from Bangkok or even Krabi for that matter will not find it too arduous a task of reaching same. This is because there will be clear signs along the way from both destinations that will not see you wasting time on the road or relying on Google Maps for hours on end. If driving from Bangkok, then you will only exhaust around 3 hours of your time while if your starting point is Krabi, then the ride will be an hour less.

When to go

Although the amusement park can be accessed throughout the year, it is advisable to time your visit around the weekdays. This is because Santorini Park tends to get crowded no sooner the weekend arrives with scenes of locals and their families coupled with foreign travellers being the norm. Therefore, if you do not fancy moving through crowds and waiting in line to access the Park’s facilities, then come over during the week as you will have ample space and freedom to move about. Further, know that the opening hours of Santorini Park are from 9 am to 9 pm respectively.

Spend time understanding the environment

If you ever dreamed of being in Greece without ever having to travel, then time spent at Santorini Park ought to do the trick for you as the said attraction has been modelled along the lines of Greece’s world-famous island of Santorini. Aside from the blue and white colour scheme which has been skilfully incorporated, the visitor will also be able to explore a replica of the Blue Dome Church. Against such a backdrop, avid photographers, Instagrammers and in short, social media fanatics will find the attraction well worth heading over to for there lies plenty of nooks and crannies to pick and choose from.

Look to cover as much of the Park as possible

Simply said, there is something for all ages and likes within the inviting environs of Santorini Park. Over the past decade, the attraction has left no stone unturned in improving its facilities in a manner to attract a greater number of locals and particularly, tourists who arrive in Hua Hin. Among the noteworthy facilities that one could avail of is riding in the Ferris wheel which presents 360-degree views of Hua Hin. Added to this, you can beat the heat, cool off or even frolic with your best friends at the pool found at the waterpark nearby. For the shopaholic in you, Santorini Park’s bustling marketplace will be a worthy contender to be included in your bucket list where you can while away the hours shopping for fancy attire, and attractive souvenirs and tucking into scrumptious fare prepared by beaming locals. If travelling with family, then the little one’s attention can be captured on board the little train that runs the length and breadth of Santorini Park. Also, the merry-go-round can be accessed if you want to keep the kids glued while you hop across to a nearby eatery for a quick bite to eat. Not to be outdone, the more adventure-savvy traveller will be handed every opportunity to try navigating the challenging and physically demanding parkour course. In terms of cost, a 1-day pass can be purchased for as little as THB 250 (USD 8) which is quite the affordable price tag for what you will soon have access to. Also, for those wanting a convenient base from where such a visit can be easily planned out, then make a note of Anantara Hua Hin Resort which is a good hotel in Hua Hin in area.