Eye shops, glasses, contact lenses, LASIK & brands in Pattaya
Prescription glasses in Pattaya cost 60-80% less than in Western countries. Quality is excellent -- most shops use the same lens brands (Essilor, Hoya, Zeiss) as back home. Turnaround is typically 1-3 days, or same-day for simple prescriptions.
Central Festival Pattaya, 2nd Floor (+ 5 other branches)
10:00 - 21:00 (Daily)
Largest chain, most reliable
Terminal 21 Pattaya, 2nd Floor
10:00 - 21:00 (Daily)
Good brand selection
Central Marina, Ground Floor
10:00 - 20:30 (Daily)
Affordable packages
| Service | Pattaya | Western Country | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Eye Exam | Free - 500 THB | 3,000 - 5,000 THB eq. | Free with glasses purchase at most shops |
| Single Vision Glasses | 1,500 - 4,000 THB | 10,000 - 25,000 THB eq. | Frame + lens package |
| Progressive Lenses | 3,000 - 8,000 THB | 15,000 - 30,000 THB eq. | Quality varies by brand |
| Prescription Sunglasses | 2,000 - 6,000 THB | 10,000 - 20,000 THB eq. | Polarized options available |
| Contact Lenses (box) | 500 - 1,500 THB | 2,000 - 4,000 THB eq. | Daily, weekly, monthly options |
| Designer Frames Only | 3,000 - 12,000 THB | 10,000 - 25,000 THB eq. | Ray-Ban, Oakley, etc. |
The main facility in Pattaya offering LASIK and refractive surgery. Equipped with the latest excimer laser technology.
LASIK (both eyes)
30,000 - 60,000 THB
vs 150,000+ THB abroad
PRK / LASEK
25,000 - 50,000 THB
For thinner corneas
Recovery Time
1-3 days
Most resume normal activities
4,000 - 10,000 THB
Premium
5,000 - 12,000 THB
Sport/Premium
8,000 - 15,000 THB
Luxury
4,000 - 8,000 THB
Fashion
12,000 - 25,000 THB
Ultra-premium
500 - 2,000 THB
Budget
If you have a recent eye prescription from home, bring it. This saves time and ensures accuracy, though shops can test your eyes on-site.
Simple single-vision lenses: same day to 1 day. Progressive or specialized lenses: 2-3 days. Rush service sometimes available.
Most chain shops offer 6-12 month warranty on frames and lenses. Keep your receipt. Some cover free adjustments for life.
Prices can vary significantly between shops, especially for premium lenses. Visit 2-3 shops before deciding.
Worth the extra 300-500 THB for computer users. Blue-light filtering lenses are also popular and affordable here.
Major brands (Acuvue, Bausch & Lomb, CooperVision) are available. Buy in bulk for even better prices. Check expiry dates.