7 km
from city center 53 out of 114
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Locally referred to as the Kin Jay Festival, the Phuket Vegetarian Festival is a festival of the Nine Emperor Gods. An annual event, it goes on for nine days and is considered one of Thailand's most bizarre and extreme festivals. Devotees usually give up meat for these nine days, while some even pierce their cheeks with swords, climb ladders made with knife blades, and walk on hot coals to show their devotion to the nine emperor gods.

11 km
from city center 54 out of 114
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Situated close to Patong Beach, the Paradise Beach of Phuket is one of the most attractive beaches on the island. Contrary to the peaceful atmosphere at Paradise Beach during regular days, it is crowded with people around the Full Moon Festival, which takes place every month. This stunning location is popular for water sports activities, including kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving, and body boarding.

20 km
from city center 55 out of 114
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Ao Sane in Phuket, is a small, quiet beach made up of three bays. People can often be found here enjoying the demure tropical life, sampling some delicious seafood in the local restaurants or even doing a bit of snorkelling. There are also some nice bamboo huts for rent along the coast.

89 km
from city center 56 out of 114
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Koh Lanta Island is renowned as the lesser-known paradise in the Andaman Sea between the Phi Phi Islands and the western coast of Thailand. It is a cluster of 52 islands, and most of them are uninhabited. Experience an authentic island experience and a relaxing vacation amidst jungles, coral reefs, balmy weather, and secluded beaches. You can also enjoy scuba diving, snorkeling, getting inked, a soothing Thai massage, or just a longtail boat tour.

20 km
from city center 57 out of 114
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Nai Harn Beach is a relatively untouched beach with clear blue waters and smooth white sand. This vast beach is not crowded during the high season (December to May) and offers many things, like souvenir shops, hotels, and massage centers. One can get a relaxing massage for 300 TBH per hour or try out delicious Thai cuisine.

8 km
from city center 58 out of 114
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Perfect for a cosy and romantic date, the Khao Rang Hill, with its scenic beauty, viewpoint bridge and quaint restaurants, is fast becoming a tourist favourite. Some of the popular restaurants include the Tunk ka Cafe, and Khao Rang Breeze. The Wat Khao Rang Buddha temple is another attraction on the hill.

9 km
from city center 59 out of 114
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Jui Tui Shrine is one of the most important temples on the island. It features red-washed exteriors and dragons constructed in honour of Tean Hu Huan Doy - the god of dancers and performers. Throughout the history of Phuket, the temple has been serving as a ground base for locals to celebrate the good and bad times. T firecracker house and fortune sticks are also located here.

12 km
from city center 60 out of 114
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Located in a national park about 25 km south of the old Phuket town, the Gibbon Rehabilitation Project is worth a visit to understand, and appreciate nature. Witness the rescued gibbons live and thrive in their natural habitat, and realise the importance of wildlife conservation.

3 km
from city center 61 out of 114
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Phuket Wake Park, with its array of adventure activities and fitness training, is a great experience for those wishing to enjoy challenging themselves. It provides a range of options including a full-size main cable with obstacles as well as professional training experience. There are also good lounges to relax and grab some yum Thai food!

9 km
from city center 62 out of 114
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The Shrine of the Serene Light is a little Chinese temple in Phuket town. With its hidden entrance, colourful interiors, painted walls and ceramic decorations, it often attracts tourists who like to reflect in the quiet and serene atmosphere within the four walls of this temple. The temple also has a lovely garden.

18 km
from city center 63 out of 114
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Phuket Aquarium in Cape Panwa is situated 40 kms away from the central Phuket City, near the Thai Navy's Third Area Naval Command Base. Established in 1983, Phuket Aquarium is a part of the Phuket Marine Biological Center (PMBC), spread over 20 acres of prime waterfront property on Phuket's southeast coast.

9 km
from city center 64 out of 114
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In the heart of downtown Phuket, Limelight Avenue is the newest all-day shopping, entertainment and dining venue. From plush health and beauty stores, and boutique clothing, to trendy shoes and Phuket’s largest Tops Supermarket, this complex is open daily from 10:30 AM to 9 PM. In addition, the food court offers coffee shops, bakeries and restaurants like the Lemongrass Restaurant, Japanese Restaurant and McDonald’s.

5 km
from city center 65 out of 114
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Patong Gokart Speedway is the perfect destination for a fun-filled and adventurous outing with family and friends. The 750-metre long race track has sharp curves, smooth bends and Start/Finish lines. Safety of the riders stands first, and all the karts and buggies are well-maintained. The staff members clearly explain what and what not to do while racing.

21 km
from city center 66 out of 114
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The longest and the quietest of all the beaches in Phuket, Mai Khao is a great option for people seeking some quiet time. This is the closest beach to Phuket International Airport and begins right where Nai Yang Beach ends. Part of a protected national park, the beach has mostly a deserted feel to it, with fewer people and vendors. Some luxury resorts are located at this beach.

19 km
from city center 67 out of 114
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The Phuket Seashell Museum in Rawai houses an impressive collection of 2000 shell species. With both English and Thai tours available, it is definitely worth a visit to check out the many rarities on display here including - the world's largest golden pearl, sedimentary shells and tiger cowries.

12 km
from city center 68 out of 114
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Karon Temple Market on Patak road is popular for its cheap and delightful local trinkets, as well as the wide array of local cuisine. From mouthwatering meat skewers to delicious mangoes and passionfruit, the market is sure to whet any appetite. The street food, and Pad thai are other fast-selling favorites of this little market.

9 km
from city center 69 out of 114
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Thai Hua Museum on Krabi Road in Old Phuket Town is a beautiful and well-maintained Sino-Portuguese building dating back to 1917. This recently renovated building was once a Chinese-language school called ‘Phuket Huabun School’, ‘Ratjunhua School’ and finally Thai Hua School’. Today this colonial building is a museum and exhibition space that is also occasionally used as a function hall.

5 km
from city center 70 out of 114
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The small Thalang National Museum is an ideal place to spend to learn a little about the rich Thai history. The museum houses prehistoric crafts, maps, sculptures as well as old photos showing battle scenes, and the Phuket of a couple of centuries ago. There are also some Chinese figurines and deities on display here.

20 km
from city center 71 out of 114
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Loved for its great seafood restaurants, Rawai Beach in the south of Phuket Island offers a lively local ambience with its fishing community, seafood markets and quiet beach life. It is also a great place for some island hopping, as the popular Coral Islands and Koh Bon are located nearby.

17 km
from city center 72 out of 114
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The Kokchang Safari lets you go a majestic ride atop an elephant through the lush green islands of Phuket. Guided by an experienced handler, the tour lets you enjoy a scenic ride, while also interacting with these gentle beasts and clicking some beautiful photos of the Thai jungles and islands.

3 km
from city center 73 out of 114
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Kathu Waterfall is loved by tourists for its many layers of clear, cascading water. The first two layers are relatively easy to climb, while reaching the third and fourth are relatively challenging - but still worth it! It is a perfect picnic spot, surrounding by the sound of gurgling water and green canopy.

16 km
from city center 74 out of 114
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The Sirinath National Park is one of Phuket's most popular tourist attractions. Its many acres of protected areas include white sandy beaches, coral reefs, coniferous and evergreen forests as well as mangroves. Tourists flock in many numbers to explore the 13 km coastline of this beautiful park.

12 km
from city center 75 out of 114
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If tourists in Phuket want to have some street-shopping, then heading to Chalong Night Market is the ideal option. The Chalong Night Market offers an array of handmade souvenirs, food, and local trinkets and goodies at affordable prices.

16 km
from city center 76 out of 114
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The off-beaten and shady Nai Yang beach, with its casuarina trees, little beach bars and shacks remains a favourite of those tourists who discover it. It is ideal for lounging around, getting traditional massages and sampling some delicious local cuisine. The famous Sirinath Park is also located nearby

11 km
from city center 77 out of 114
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One of Phuket's last remaining protected rainforests, the Khao Phra Thaeo National Park is ideal for a nature walk. It has winding green paths, dense foliage, and waterfalls including the Ton Sai and Bang Pae waterfalls. You might even spot deer, gibbon and other wildlife on your 8 km long trek through the forest.

10 km
from city center 78 out of 114
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One of the loveliest beaches of south Patong, Tri Trang beach is the best place for sun-lovers. This 500-metre long north-facing beach has a very open feel as there are no trees along the shore, making it the perfect spot for sunbathing. Located very near to the famous Marriott Merlin Beach Resort, it is a short ride from the Phuket town as well.

27 km
from city center 79 out of 114
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Located near Phuket, quiet and pristine island of Koh Yao Yai is one of the best places in Thailand for a laid-back, leisurely holiday. Almost untouched by the development happening all around it, Koh Yao almost seems like a parallel universe in itself. It gives a glimpse of local culture and tradition and lets you experience nature like nowhere else - through its scenic landscapes of quiet beaches, rubber plantations and rice fields.

9 km
from city center 80 out of 114
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The legendary Wat Phra Thong temple or the Golden Buddha Image Temple holds a special place in the hearts of the people because of its magical history. After being accidentally discovered, the beautiful temple and gardens had to be constructed around the majestic golden buddha because it just could not be moved!

8 km
from city center 81 out of 114
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The Wat Phra Nang Sang is 545 years old, making it the oldest temple in Phuket. Literally translating to mean - temple built by a queen, this temple has beautiful golden statues of Buddha and murals depicting traditional Thai culture. The temple also has a large open ground, where the locals had fought to prevent a Burmese invasion many years ago.

9 km
from city center 82 out of 114
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The local markets of Phuket, especially the night markets in Patong, are fun places where the visitors can bargain vigorously, often obtaining products at throwaway prices. The night markets are colourful places with a surprising array of goods offered by the hawkers. The smells emanating out of the area are unfamiliar and interesting at the same time often leaving the visitors enthralled.

18 km
from city center 83 out of 114
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Cape Panwa is a tiny peninsula in the eastern part of Phuket's mainland. Located at a distance of 34 kilometres from Phuket Airport, Cape Panwa is a hotspot for residents of neighbouring regions and visitors of Phuket. Though Cape Panwa is visited by many tourists, the place is still peaceful, has a laid back vibe and is quiet.

14 km
from city center 84 out of 114
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The secluded and sparsely crowded Naithon beach is located in western Phuket. The drive to the beach takes you through lush green pastures, and tourists often spend time here in exploring rocky coves and scuba diving activities. The famous Elephant Jungle Sanctuary is also located at Naithon, where you even give the elephants a little mud bath!

7 km
from city center 85 out of 114
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Situated in the middle of Surin and Kamala beaches on the west coast, Laem Sing Beach is a popular tourist attraction among families. Lined with beach chairs, jet skis, restaurants, and palm trees with huge boulders, the northern part of Laem Sing Beach is best suited for body-boarding.

2 km
from city center 86 out of 114
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The Phuket Mining Museum, an impressive Sino-Portuguese style pink building, gives one an insight into Phuket's rich mining history. Also known as Kathu Mining Museum, this carefully designed structure houses many impressive mining artefacts, one of the star attractions being the scaled model of a mine depicting hundreds of wax figures at work.

8 km
from city center 87 out of 114
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The temple of Wat Khao Rang in Phuket is home to the majestic and famous sitting golden Buddha statue. Set amidst green hills, both tourists and locals often frequent this little temple with its quiet charm and beautiful view in the worship of Buddha.

13 km
from city center 88 out of 114
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Phuket Bird Paradise is a tourist favourite, with its beautiful gardens and a colourful abundance of feathered beauties everywhere. You can find a great variety of exotic species here including parakeets and bright parrots. The bird show provides some thoroughly enjoyable avian entertainment, and you can also get a picture with some of these pretty creatures posing demurely on your shoulders and heads!

14 km
from city center 89 out of 114
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One of the highest hills in Phuket, Khao Khad or otherwise famously known as Panwa Viewpoint is situated way beyond Cape Panwa. Offering a complete 360-degree hill-view and the sea of eastern and southern Phuket.

21 km
from city center 90 out of 114
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The quaint little cove of Ya Nui is located in the south of Phuket, between Windmill Cove and Promthep Cape. With its charming blue-green waters, soft sand and corals, the bay offers a lot of activities like snorkelling, kayaking and fishing.

5 km
from city center 91 out of 114
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Baan Teelanka, which translates to Upside Down House in Thai, is the first-of-its-kind in the town of Phuket. The three-storey building built leaning on its roof has everything fixed on its roof, making the whole house look inverted. Meticulously planned and perfectly executed by a Swiss-Thai couple; this is a must-visit place for family fun and entertainment.

6 km
from city center 92 out of 114
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The Wat Suwan Khiri Wong or the Patong temple, is a dazzling red and gold extravaganza offering a glimpse into the rich culture of old Patong. The intricately designed roof, gold coated detail and majestic Buddha statue make this a must-visit for anyone wishing to soak in Thai architecture.

12 km
from city center 93 out of 114
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Also known as Karon temple, Wat Suwan Khiri Khet is a stunning and colourful shrine situated in Patak Road, Phuket, Thailand. The temple features beautiful interior paintings depicting Buddha's life. Besides, the temple also boasts of two giant snakes at the entrance and other figurines nestled in different areas around the temple.

5 km
from city center 94 out of 114
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The Wt Sri Suthon temple in Phuket is popular for its majestic recline Golden Buddha statue, the best view of which you get before entering the temple through the surrounding trees. The Buddha is believed to be in the Pang Sai Yat posture or the realising Nirvana posture. The temple grounds also have many other interesting, eccentric statues of pink elephants and the legendary Pret or demon ghost.

9 km
from city center 95 out of 114
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Walk through winding overgrown trails within the Khao Phra Thaeo National Park, discovering different varieties of plants and lichen on your way to the Ton Sai Waterfalls. You might even get to see some pretty spotted deer and gibbon along the way. The small waterfall is a 2km walk within the park, and is thus ideal for a little nature stroll.

21 km
from city center 96 out of 114
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Located on an island near Promthep Cape, the windmill viewpoint gives breathtaking views of Ya Nui and Nai Harn beaches, and a tiny island Koh Man, situated to the right of Promthep Cape. It is a relatively small place with a ‘Sala’ (roof/pavilion with no walls), sitting space and occasional fruit juice or jewellery vendors.

12 km
from city center 97 out of 114
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Chalong Bay is an entrance to the south coast of Phuket island, which is mainly a mining region and too muddy to take swim. However, a stroll at the streets flanked by swaying coconut palms and restaurants serving mouth-watering seafood attracts tourists in large number.

8 km
from city center 98 out of 114
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Nestling along Phuket's west coast at the Surin Beach's northern tip, Pansea Beach is a hidden paradise. Tourists vacationing in Phuket often spend a day at the beach to get away from the busy town. A relaxing Thai massage, hanging out by the beach shacks, and water sports such as windsurfing, kayaking, and snorkelling are some of the activities here.

9 km
from city center 99 out of 114
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Baan Chinpracha or Chinpracha house is one of the eighteen Sino-colonial mansions in Phuket and is the only one open to the public. Visitors are free to explore the ground floor, two-bedroom upstairs and the kitchen; the rest of the house is closed for visitors as people still live here. The main highlights of the house are the sky lit inner courtyard (formerly with a well), indoor pond with fish, clay cooking pots and brass utensils.

20 km
from city center 100 out of 114
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Also known as Samnak Song Nai Harn, the Wat Nai Harn on Nai Harn beach is a small Buddhist monastery. It is ideal for an early morning spiritual retreat, where you can see villagers coming with donations to seek blessings from the monks. It is the perfect start to your day, by being a part of this calm and holy atmosphere.

4 km
from city center 101 out of 114
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The Heroines Monument also called Thao Thep Kasattri Thao Si Sunthon Monument is one of the historical landmarks in "pearl of the Andaman," Phuket. The statues of "two heroines," Chan and Mook, was built to honour these brave women who led an army, consisting of mostly women, to drive off the 18th-century Burmese invasion.

17 km
from city center 102 out of 114
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Deriving its name from the beautiful Friendship resort located along its coast, the Friendship beach is ideal for a relaxed vacation, for long walks in the sand and great views across the bay. The beach also has some pretty bars and restaurants offering traditional Thai cuisine and live music.

18 km
from city center 103 out of 114
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The Phuket or Rawai Art Village is located in a quiet corner of the Rawai beach. With its fascinating and colourful mix of paintings, murals and puppets, it is the perfect place to soak in both traditional Thai as well as modern and bohemian art forms. There are a couple of art galleries in the village which put up exhibitions.

13 km
from city center 104 out of 114
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Wat Sireh is located on Koh Sirey island in the east of Phuket. This rustic, remote temple hosts many golden Buddha idols, as well as one huge reclining Buddha. With its elevated floors, one has to climb a ladder to reach the sun-burnt little temple to enjoy its quiet serenity and solitude.