Things to Do

Super Surf Kata

Super Surf Kata is an artificial wave sport in Kata Beach, the perfect way to learn the basics of surfing, wakeboarding or even kiteboarding without all the usual effort and often pain associated with extreme sports.

Wat Khao Rang Samakkhitham – Phuket Golden Sitting Buddha

Wat Khao Rang (Kao Rang Temple) is a modest temple in Phuket town that would be somewhat anonymous if it was not for its large and majestic golden sitting Buddha. But is the giant Buddha not supposed to be much bigger and made of white marble?

Tri Trang Beach ⛱️

Tri Trang Beach is just a few kilometres south of Patong Beach and is a superb and unsuspected haven of peace. There used to be a lot of confusion about the names of the four beaches around this peninsula.

Naithon Beach ⛱️

Naithon Beach is one of these little-known beaches on the west coast of Phuket, far from crowded areas such as Patong Beach or Kata Beach. People stay here to find a peaceful village with just enough restaurants, hotels and the facilities you need for a great holiday.

19 Chinese Shrines in Phuket ⛩️

There are quite a few Chinese shrines in Phuket, and each has its own characteristics and unique features, which always offer excellent photo opportunities. The large ones are very popular during the Chinese New Year in February or the Phuket Vegetarian Festival in October.

Phuket Wake Park 🏄

Phuket Wake Park, located near Kathu Waterfall, is a popular spot for wakeboarding in Phuket. It features an O-shaped lake with a 700-metre cable running counterclockwise at 30 km/h, offering a thrilling cable ski experience for both beginners and advanced riders.

Paradise Beach ⛱️

Paradise Beach Phuket is just 4 kilometres from Patong Beach and consists of two small sandy bays with blue water, soft sand and coconut trees. You will find plenty of beach chairs, bars, restaurants, shops and massive parties on some nights.

Monkey Hill Phuket Town

Phuket Monkey Hill is the best-known monkey playground on the island, a hill covered with immense red and white antennas in the back of Phuket Town. That hill may be easy to see but not as easy to reach: the road climbing to it is opposite the provincial hall

Kamala Beach ⛱️

Kamala Beach is a very nice beach with a tranquil atmosphere on the west coast of Phuket, popular with families and travellers who prefer a quiet holiday.

15 Islands Near Phuket 🏝️ Phuket Island Hopping

There are so many big and small islands around Phuket; it would take forever to visit them all. Most are not far, and you should consider island hopping for your trip or even a private cruise. These are just a few islands near Phuket…

Wat Mongkol Nimit – วัดมงคลนิมิตร พระอารามหลวง

Wat Mongkol Nimit or Wat Putta Mongkon might not be the most impressive temple in Phuket but this one means a lot to people living around Phuket Town. All temples are of course worth visiting but since Wat Mongkol Nimit is close to Thalang Road, the historical streets of Phuket Town it would complete your visit perfectly.

Tonsai Waterfall

Tonsai waterfall looks in many ways like its neighbour Bangpae waterfall. Located a bit further north, it’s about the same size, the same height and at an equal walking distance from the parking. There is a National Park entry fee of 200 Baht per person on arrival, which is compulsory.

Surin Beach ⛱️ 2025 update

Surin Beach is one of the island’s most beautiful and natural spots. Long gone are the many famous beach clubs and the long line of restaurants that made this place so famous, but the beach looks a lot more natural now.

Phuket Bird Park

Phuket Bird Park, in Chalong, welcomes you with a large entrance gate opening on a green jungle and an Indiana Jones-looking bridge, setting the mood for a visit.

28 Best Beach Clubs in Phuket

Phuket Beach Clubs are great places to enjoy the island’s easygoing lifestyle. You’ll find them along the sand of several beaches around the island, each with its own style.

Panwa Beach (Kao Khad Beach) ⛱️

Panwa Beach, locally known as Kao Khad Beach, is not a great swimming beach but has the charm of these remote bays not many would take the time to explore while visiting Phuket.

Laem Singh Beach ⛱️

Laem Singh Beach is one of Phuket’s most beautiful beaches, but it was closed in April 2017. It looks excellent in any weather, like being in the Caribbean, a bit nostalgic, very green with palm trees leaning over the sand and now, you can have the beach almost for yourself!