Places

Monkey Hill

Monkey Hill is a hill located near Phuket Town, known for the large number of monkeys that inhabit it, which are not afraid of humans and fearlessly take food from them. The hill is equipped with three observation decks, the highest of which deserves special attention for its excellent view....
Rating: 4.5
Phuket Town

Phuket Old Town

Phuket Town, aka Phuket Old Town, is the main hipster-backpacker mecca of the island and a great opportunity to touch its history and just stroll around. It is here that Phuket’s rare architectural and historical landmarks are accumulated, preserved and maintained. It is an absolutely unique European-style district of the...
Rating: 4.4
Phuket Town

King Rama 9 park

King Rama IX Park is the largest park in Phuket. It is significant to locals as it is dedicated to the memory of one of Thailand’s most beloved and respected monarchs, King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX). He ruled the country from 1946 to 2016, becoming the longest reigning monarch in...
Rating: 4.7
Phuket Town

Tha Ruea Shrine

Tha Ruea is a small but very impressive Chinese shrine in Phuket. It’s not the most popular place among tourists, and it’s the locals who are most often found inside. But if you’re in the neighborhood, Tha Rua is definitely worth a visit. It is in the classic Taoist style,...
Rating: 4.6
Si Sunthon

Sirinat National Park

The jewel of Phuket’s northwest coast. Sirinat National Park was established in 1981 and covers about 22 square kilometers of land and 68 square kilometers of water. It is a protected conservation area, and its boundaries are not only on land, but also on the sea, as not only plants...
Rating: 4.4
Mai Khao

Saphan Hin Mangrove Walkway

This is a beautifully designed pedestrian bridge over a mangrove forest. Here, you can enjoy a short but very pleasant walk among the thickets. Even in the heat, it’s cool and shady here. The swampy thickets are teeming with life: birds sing loudly, the koel calls out, and small white...
Rating: 4.6
Phuket Town

Laguna Phuket

Laguna Phuket is the most luxurious area of the island perfect for walks. On one side, Laguna is bordered by the shopping streets of Boat Avenue, and on the other, by the Layan Beach area. The coastline of Laguna features the 13-kilometer Bang Tao Beach, the best on Phuket. In...
Rating: 4.5
Bang Tao

Aquaria Phuket

One of Phuket’s attractions to visit during inclement weather and especially with children. The oceanarium is small, but this is more of a plus for small visitors who do not have time to get tired. The size is fully compensated by the variety of inhabitants, modernity and cleanliness. All the...
Rating: 4.4
Phuket Town

Museum Phuket

A compact but worthy of a visit museum. It is located in the Old Phuket neighborhood and admission is free. The expositions are located in two historical buildings. The first is the well-known “clock tower”. Inside there is an exhibition of works by local photographers, but the most interesting thing...
Rating: 4.4
Phuket Town

Golden Buddha temple

This is a landmark of Buddhist architecture and culture. It’s a stunningly quiet and pleasant temple with a large number of interesting small details on the facades and authentic historical illustrations inside. There are almost no people here, just friendly monks, so you can touch Thai history in almost complete...
Rating: 4.3
Thep Krasatti

Phuket Aquarium

It’s a nice oceanarium with flora and fauna of coral reefs, an underwater tunnel, and a touch pool. The oceanarium itself is small, but the variety of fish is impressive. At the entrance, there’s an open pond with koi carp and a pig-nosed turtle – very beautiful. When exiting the...
Rating: 4.1
Panwa

Nak Snake Farm & Show

A clean and new snake farm in Phuket. Here, a staff member will greet you and start a tour about snakes, walking along the enclosures and cages. After that, everyone is seated around an arena and the show begins. The show features skilled snake charmers, radiated rat snakes, Siamese and...
Rating: 3.9
Chalong

Tsunami Memorial Park

A memorial created in memory of those who perished during the tsunami. In 2004, a terrible natural disaster occurred in Phuket, claiming the lives of thousands of people. Many families lost loved ones, who died or went missing in the waves of the powerful tsunami that suddenly struck the islands....
Rating: 4
Kamala

Bang Pae Waterfall

Bang Pae Waterfall is the largest waterfall on the island and a very pleasant place for a family outing. The waterfall is cool and exotic plants grow around the waterfall. The path to the waterfall can be slippery, so you should be careful and wear closed shoes instead of slates....
Rating: 4
Pa Klok

Wat Koh Sire

An authentic temple in Phuket with free entry and a magnificent panoramic view of the old town of Phuket and the surrounding islands of the southern coast. The temple itself is not very large, fifteen minutes are enough to see everything. Inside, there is a large statue of a reclining...
Rating: 4.5
Rassada

Banana Beach

This beach tops many rankings of all Phuket’s beaches. A scenic wild beach located between Bang Tao and Nai Thon. Many call it the best beach in Phuket. Here are unusually large sand grains and a clear water. Banana Beach is good for snorkeling. Masks can be rented on the...
Rating: 4.7
Bang Tao

Kata Noi

Many people consider this beach to be one of the best beaches in Phuket. It is quiet, cozy and very beautiful. On both sides of the beach there are huge rocks, which remind Seychelles and make this beach as photogenic as possible. There are almost no annoying vendors, noise and...
Rating: 4.7
Kata

Nai Harn

Nai Harn Beach located in the south is deservedly one of the best beaches in Phuket. Due to its location in the bay, the beach is protected from the wind and strong waves, which makes it attractive for visitors with kids. Another important point is that you can bring your...
Rating: 4.7
Nai Harn

Karon

A large beach with “singing” sand, which due to the admixture of quartz squeaks loudly underfoot, making it feel like walking on snow. The water here is clear, the waves are big. Transparent sea, wide coastline and the opportunity to hide in the shade of tropical trees makes the beach...
Rating: 4.6
Karon

Surin

One of Phuket’s beaches with the cleanest and clearest water. The beach is located in the northwestern part of the island between the main beaches of Kamala and Bang Tao, as well as the less known Had Laem Sing and Pansi. In sunny weather the sand on the beach is...
Rating: 4.6
Surin

Kata

It is located on the west coast of Phuket between Karon and Kata Noi Beaches. This beach is one of the most charming and popular places among tourists due to its cozy location and scenic views. Kata attracts tourists with its wide strip of soft white sand ideal for sunbathing...
Rating: 4.6
Kata

Yanui

Yanui is a beautiful and cozy beach in the south of Phuket Island. It is located about 600 meters away from the more famous Nai Harn beach. The size of the beach is quite small, about 200 meters, but due to its beauty it’s very popular among tourists and locals....
Rating: 4.6
Rawai

Nai Thon

Located on the northwest coast of the island, Nai Thon is a good choice for surfers as the bottom is gentle and the wave is long. Also this beach is quite suitable for swimming with children. There are not many water activities here, from them only boats, riding tourists and...
Rating: 4.6
Bang Tao

Ao Yan

Many people wonder, “Where to swim in Phuket during the summer?”. The answer is – here. Ao Yon is the beach in the south of Phuket, where there are no big waves even in the low season. Here, the sea is calm and turquoise, even during the rainy season, with...
Rating: 4.6
Panwa

Laem Sing

This beach is known for its soft white sand, crystal clear water and low crowds. Besides, Laem Sing has a great bay and is surrounded by tropical trees, which gives it even more privacy. It is ideal for those looking for a quiet and secluded vacation, with the opportunity to...
Rating: 4.5
Kamala

Merlin Snorkel

One of the best snorkeling beaches with beautiful reefs and a variety of underwater life. The beach is located near Patong and belongs to the Marriott Hotel, but the entrance is free for everyone. There are mostly hotel guests on the beach, so there are not many people here. There...
Rating: 4.4
Patong

Bang Tao

The second longest beach in Phuket, after Mai Khao Beach. The distinctive feature of the beach is the vegetation, dominated by coniferous trees. Calm atmosphere away from the noisy streets and roads. Soft sand, azure water and a good entrance to the water make this beach ideal for a relaxing...
Rating: 4.5
Bang Tao

Sai Kaew

Even in the high season, you’re gonna be really lucky to meet someone here. And that is because there are no hotels and only one cafe on the beach. By the way, the fried rice with seafood is really good there. The beach lacks any infrastructure, there are no sun...
Rating: 4.5
Mai Khao

Freedom

One of the most beautiful beaches in Phuket. Azure water and lush tropical greenery with ancient trees that surrounds it all. The beach not only offers a chance to admire stunning landscapes but also an opportunity to observe the underwater world. Accessible only by boat or through a steep descent...
Rating: 4.4
Kathu

Had Karon Noi

A beautiful, uncrowded, and clean beach, nestled between the two largest beaches of Phuket, Patong and Karon. Most often, the beach is open only to guests of the Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort. That is why many people simply book a room there for a day to enjoy the atmosphere...
Rating: 4.5
Karon

Kamala

Kamala Beach is a picturesque and calm place, perfect for families and those seeking privacy. Located on the west coast of the island, surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills, the beach gives the feeling of a secluded paradise. The gentle entrance to the water and soft golden sand make...
Rating: 4.4
Kamala

Naiyang

Naiyang Beach in Phuket is a peaceful and picturesque spot, ideal for those seeking privacy. Located on the northwest coast of the island, close to Phuket Airport, the beach stretches for 2 kilometers along the coast and is surrounded by lush greenery and tropical trees, which make it feel like...
Rating: 4.4
Sakhu

Tri Trang

A free beach with beautiful views and a calm sea. Comfortable swimming is possible only during high tide. There are many scenic cafes, and nearby, you can even watch elephants being bathed.
Rating: 4.3
Patong

Patong

Patong Beach is one of the most popular and busy beaches in Phuket. The beach is located on the west coast of the island and offers a variety of activities, including jet skiing, banana boat rides, skydiving, wishing lanterns launching and many other things. It stretches for about 4 kilometers...
Rating: 4.3
Patong

Nui

The most Instagrammed beach in Phuket with excellent service. Here you will find a huge number of photo locations in the form of various hammocks and gazebos, luxury baths right on the shore, and heavenly swings. All this, combined with incredible views, clear water, white sand, and atmospheric cafes on...
Rating: 4.2
Kata

Rawai

Rawai is officially Phuket’s very first beach, but it is not a perfect place for swimming due to the frequent high tides. However, it doesn’t stop people from coming here for the freshest seafood which you can order at many cafes where you can eat while enjoying a beautiful view....
Rating: 4.3
Rawai

Hua

It is a small beach located next to Kamala. Hua Beach in Phuket is an excellent choice for those seeking a tranquil beach getaway even during the rainy season. This cozy and less popular beach is known for its nearly complete absence of waves, making it comfortable for swimming at...
Rating: 4.3
Kamala

Panwa

Panwa is a cozy and clean, but private beach, which is difficult to access unless you are a guest at the Sri Panwa hotel. Some leave their transport before reaching the security post and walk to the beach.
Rating: 4.1
Panwa

Mai Khao

Mai Khao Beach in Phuket is one of the longest beaches on the island, known for its seclusion and unspoiled nature. This beach stretches for nearly 11 kilometers along the northwest coast of Phuket and is part of the Sirinat National Park. Mai Khao is known as a place where...
Rating: 4.6
Mai Khao

Paradise

Located between Karon and Patong beaches, the small Paradise Beach is perfect for those who enjoy a party atmosphere without much emphasis on swimming. There you can find many restaurants, shops, and fantastic beach parties in Phangan style, which is famous for its Full Moon Festival. There is an entrance...
Rating: 3
Patong

Soft Spot Massage

A beautiful and stylish massage parlor with well-maintained grounds furnished with comfortable hammocks. The massage rooms are very cozy and spacious, air-conditioned, with a speaker with music, a sink and everything necessary for your comfort, including fresh and clean linen. Before the session you will be given a questionnaire, in...
Rating: 4.9
Rawai

La massage

La massage is a wonderful place for a massage with relaxing music in the background. The place is very clean and tidy, and the massages are of the highest quality. Visitors especially note the excellent mixed Thai and oil massage. The salon team is polite and nice people, and after...
Rating: 5
Rawai

Opol Rose Massage

It’s an excellent massage parlor, despite the seeming simplicity of the place. Here they do a variety of massages, depending on your problems and wishes. The staff at the salon is as kind and welcoming as possible. You can see that the staff is sincerely interested in the comfort of...
Rating: 4.9
Rawai

Sirirat Massage

Sirirat Massage is a modest looking massage studio with wonderful masters who seem to be genuinely in love with their work and put their whole soul into it. It can be felt in how diligently they give massages and how caring and gentle they treat each guest. This is not...
Rating: 4.9
Rawai

I’m Fine Massage

A beautiful massage parlor with real masters of their craft, who know what your muscles and back want and technically select the right force of impact on different areas. Massage therapists work very hard, even with a simple foot massage you will be massaged almost the whole body, and afterwards...
Rating: 4.9
Rawai

Pim Po massage

An excellent massage parlor on Rawai, where you will get not just a massage, but a true immersion into the world of relaxation and pleasure. The masters here are real experts of their craft, who, thanks to their professionalism, will envelope your body with attention and care, as well as...
Rating: 4.9
Rawai

Bee Gold massage

Good professional Thai massage with polite and attentive staff. The massage here is very pleasant and relaxing, but it can also be very therapeutic – it depends on what you need. Quiet music plays in the background and you can hear the murmuring of water, which allows you to get...
Rating: 4.9
Rawai

Green Inn Massage

A wonderful massage parlor with a pleasant owner and diligent staff. The massages here are excellent – no matter what kind of massage you choose. The masseuses have very strong hands, so even sports massage in their performance is a reference. The atmosphere in the institution is very comfortable, and...
Rating: 4.8
Rawai
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