Places in Phuket

The island's places: what they are, when they open and how long to stay.

Nai Harn Beach

Beach

A picture-postcard bay in the south with a lagoon behind the beach.

Promthep Cape

Viewpoint

Phuket's famous sunset at the southern tip.

Racha Island

Activity

Clear water and white sand within an hour by boat—snorkeling paradise.

Rawai Seafood Market

Market

A fish market where you can choose a crab, which they cook right away.

Ao Sane Beach

Beach

Nai Harn's rocky cove offers great snorkeling right from the shore.

Black Rock Viewpoint

Viewpoint

A short hike to a wild cape for the energetic.

Laem Ka Beach

Beach

A palm-shaded beach with calm waters even during stormy seasons.

Nikita's Beach Restaurant

Restaurant

Tables by the water for seafood, sunset views, and island panoramas.

Phuket Seashell Museum

Old town

An intriguing shell collection that keeps visitors engaged for hours.

Rawai Beach

Beach

Longtail boat pier along a long promenade for southern island trips.

Rawai Park

Activity

A children's park with pools and zip lines—perfect on rainy days.

Wat Sawang Arom

Temple

Ravaei's home temple for early morning services without tourist crowds.

Windmill Viewpoint

Viewpoint

A windmill over a cliff and turquoise waters at Ya Nui.

Ya Nui Beach

Beach

A small cove at Promthep Cape with kayaks and snorkeling.

Photographs from Wikimedia Commons. Each one's author and licence are named on the place's own page.