Phuket International Airport 1 hr 1
Karon Beach (11 min) 4-km. beach with calm, clear water & a wide stretch of golden sand, backed by resorts. Freedom Beach (9 min) Low-key white-sand beach in a tranquil setting offering snorkel & umbrella rentals, plus dining. Karon Viewpoint (22 min) Well-known destination for picturesque views of the ocean, beaches & lush island surroundings. Flying Hanuman (19 min) Popular zipline attraction featuring multiple courses & sky bridges through jungle terrain. Kata Noi Beach (21 min) This beach adjacent to resorts & restaurants features swimming, diving & other activities. Kata Beach (16 min) Restaurants & resorts line this happening white-sand expanse for swimming, snorkeling & sunbathing. Kamala Beach (22 min) Relaxed, sandy bay beach & fishing village set amidst wooded hills with nearby accommodations. Wat Chalong (Wat Chaithararam) (27 min) Large temple complex from the early 19th century, with Buddha paintings, golden statues & gardens. Banzaan Fresh Market (5 min) Indoor/outdoor market with a wide variety of vendors, from clothes to fruit, plus a food court. Namtok Kathu (20 min) A short trek leads visitors to this small waterfall situated in a lush, jungle environment. Phuket FantaSea (21 min) Cultural theme park offering elaborate shows with elephants, a buffet, an animal exhibit & shopping. Tiger Kingdom - Phuket (13 min) Tourist attraction featuring up-close interaction with tigers in caged enclosures. Surin Beach (26 min) White-sand beach featuring turquoise water & chairs/umbrellas for rent, plus street food vendors. Phuket Simon Cabaret (4 min) Intimate theater offering an extravagant cabaret show with dancers in sparkly attire & headdresses. The Big Buddha Image Phuket (37 min) The 45-m. marble Buddha statue on a mountaintop offers panoramic views, a cafe & gift shop. |