Phuket International Airport 1 hr 7
Phuket FantaSea (33 min) Cultural theme park offering elaborate shows with elephants, a buffet, an animal exhibit & shopping. Phuket Simon Cabaret (13 min) Intimate theater offering an extravagant cabaret show with dancers in sparkly attire & headdresses. Kata Beach (13 min) Restaurants & resorts line this happening white-sand expanse for swimming, snorkeling & sunbathing. Kata Noi Beach (7 min) This beach adjacent to resorts & restaurants features swimming, diving & other activities. Kamala Beach (34 min) Relaxed, sandy bay beach & fishing village set amidst wooded hills with nearby accommodations. Freedom Beach (19 min) Low-key white-sand beach in a tranquil setting offering snorkel & umbrella rentals, plus dining. Banzaan Fresh Market (17 min) Indoor/outdoor market with a wide variety of vendors, from clothes to fruit, plus a food court. Dino Park Mini Golf & Restaurant (13 min) Outdoor mini-golf with dinosaur statues & volcanoes in jungle surrounds, plus a restaurant & bar. Karon Beach (18 min) 4-km. beach with calm, clear water & a wide stretch of golden sand, backed by resorts. Karon Viewpoint (9 min) Well-known destination for picturesque views of the ocean, beaches & lush island surroundings. Wat Chalong (Wat Chaithararam) (14 min) Large temple complex from the early 19th century, with Buddha paintings, golden statues & gardens. Ra Wai Beach (17 min) Beach with bright blue water for swimming & boating, plus nearby seafood restaurants & markets. The Big Buddha Image Phuket (23 min) The 45-m. marble Buddha statue on a mountaintop offers panoramic views, a cafe & gift shop. Promthep Cape (20 min) Picturesque cape & lookout point known for its stunning sea views, especially at sunset. Phuket Zoo (16 min) Compact zoo featuring live crocodile, elephant & monkey performances. |