Beside considerable scenic beauty, Pattani is a province that is predominantly Muslim, hence, a Muslim influenced culture. Topping cultural sights in Pattani are two important mosques. Pattani Central Mosque, located on the outskirts of the provincial capital, is the most beautiful and largest of Thailand's mosque, and a focal point of Thai Muslims. Kruesae Mosque, 7km from Pattani town, was founded in the late 16th Century and, according to legend, it was never finished due to the curse of the Goddess Lim Ko Niao, recognized today in a thrilling annual festival celebrated during the 3rd Lunar month.

As foe beaches, close to Pattani town are pine-fringed Ratchdapisek Beach to the west, and Talo Kapo Beach to the east, where there is also a harbor for the beautifully hand-painted traditional korlae fishing boats. Further south along the coast there are even more pristine beaches, most famously at Khae Khae in Panarae district. Other sight seeing possibilities include the Sai Khao Waterfalls.