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Places in Phuket

The beaches, food, heritage and experiences in and around Phuket - each reviewed in depth, with the Avacasa homes nearby.

28 places

Laguna Phuket
Integrated Resort
Laguna Phuket
Bang Tao

Laguna Phuket in Bang Tao.

Shopping & Dining Complex
Boat Avenue
Bang Tao

Boutique shops, restaurants, and cafes.

Laguna Golf Phuket
Championship Golf Course
Laguna Golf Phuket
Bang Tao

Award-winning 18-hole golf course.

Phuket FantaSea
Cultural Show
Phuket Fantasea
Kamala

Spectacular cultural theme park with elaborate shows and dining.

Elephant Sanctuary
Green Elephant Sanctuary Park
Bang Tao

Ethical sanctuary for rescued elephants.

Bang Tao Beach
Beach
Bang Tao Beach
Kamala

Long, picturesque beach with luxury resorts and a golf course.

Phuket Old Town
Historical Area
Phuket Old Town
Rawai

Charming streets with Sino-Portuguese architecture, cafes, and boutiques.

Patong Beach
Beach/Entertainment
Patong Beach
Rawai

Phuket's most famous and lively beach, offering extensive nightlife and shopping.

Big Buddha Phuket
Statue/Viewpoint
Big Buddha Phuket
Rawai

Iconic white marble Buddha statue offering stunning 360-degree island views.

Wat Chalong
Temple
Wat Chalong
Rawai

Phuket's most important Buddhist temple, known for its beautiful architecture.

Kamala Beach
Beach
Kamala Beach
Kamala

Relaxed crescent-shaped beach perfect for swimming and sunbathing.

Surin Beach
Beach
Surin Beach
Kamala

Upscale beach known for luxury resorts and trendy beach clubs.

Beach Club
Cafe del Mar Phuket
Kamala

Iconic beach club offering music, dining, and stunning sunset views.

Wat Kamala
Temple
Wat Kamala
Kamala

Local Buddhist temple offering a glimpse into Thai culture.

Karon Beach
Beach
Karon Beach
Rawai

Long sandy beach popular for swimming, sunbathing, and watersports.

Karon Temple
Temple
Karon Temple
Karon

Karon Temple in Karon.

Karon Viewpoint
Viewpoint
Karon Viewpoint
Karon

Stunning views of Karon, Kata and Patong beaches

Kata Beach
Beach
Kata Beach
Karon

Smaller, quieter beach ideal for families

Big Buddha
Temple
Big Buddha
Karon

Iconic landmark with panoramic views

Phuket Town
Town
Phuket Town
Karon

Historic town with Sino-Portuguese architecture

Wat Karon
Temple
Wat Karon
Karon

Local Buddhist temple with vibrant markets

Freedom Beach
Beach
Freedom Beach
Karon

Secluded beach accessible by longtail boat

Nai Harn Beach
Beach
Nai Harn Beach
Rawai

Often ranked among Asia's best beaches, perfect for swimming and relaxation.

Promthep Cape
Viewpoint
Promthep Cape
Rawai

Phuket's most famous sunset viewpoint, offering spectacular panoramic vistas.

Market
Rawai Seafood Market
Rawai

Buy fresh seafood directly from local fishermen and have it cooked at nearby restaurants.

Chalong Pier
Pier
Chalong Pier
Rawai

Main departure point for boat trips to nearby islands like Coral Island and Racha Islands.

Kata Noi Beach
Beach
Kata Noi Beach
Rawai

A smaller, quieter beach known for its clear waters and relaxed atmosphere.

Phuket Botanic Garden
Garden
Phuket Botanic Garden
Rawai

Lush gardens showcasing a wide variety of tropical plants and flowers.