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Nestled high up on the famous peak of Phuket above Chalong Bay, the 45 meters high Big Buddha or Ming Mongkol is one of the tallest statues in Thailand. It is located on Nakkerd Hill, less than 10 km from Kata, and is accessible by a 6km long uphill road. The view from the top is breathtaking. Make sure to dress appropriately.

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Bangla Road or Soi Bangla is the hub of nightlife in Phuket. It is a merry 400-metre stretch of road close to Patong beach that has been cordoned off from traffic and is reserved for only walking. It has a vibrant display of bright lights, street performances, street vendors, restaurants, shops, bars, and much more.

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Located on the east side of the Phuket Island, Phuket Old Town is the capital of the island knowns for its street art and traditional and Sino-Portuguese architecture from the 19th century. It is perfect for a half day, strolling across the streets, including Dubik, Ranong, Rasada, Yaowarat, Krabi and Thalang. Phuket Walking Street is set up here, every Sunday.

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Phi consists of a group of six islands, of which Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Leh are the two most famous. With their pristine waters and vibrant parties, it is one of the few untainted beautiful landscapes left in the world. It became famous after the 2000 Hollywood flick 'The Beach' starring Leonardo DiCaprio was shot here. It is easily accessible and can be reached from Phuket by a speedboat in just 45 minutes or by a ferry in 90 minutes.

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Often called the party capital of Asia, Patong Beach is the most popular beach in Phuket. Known for its clean sandy shores, bold nightlife and colourful attractions, Patong Beach accommodates swimming, parasailing and other water sports during the day. At night you can check out its fantastic nightlife. This beach may be crowded, but it has lots of food and shopping options.

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The night markets in Phuket are great for souvenirs and gifts to take home a taste of Thailand. These local markets - open-air or enclosed, offer a plethora of local Thai handicrafts, modern-day clothing, footwear, accessories, electronics, etc., at a great value (with some smart bargaining). Most of the night markets in Phuket are centered around central Phuket Town or near Patong beach. The Weekend Market is the most popular among these.

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Trying the local food is a must for every tourist in Phuket to experience authentic Thai cuisines like Kuey Toew, Khao Pad, Moo Ping, Thai Pancake, and more. You will find some of the best street food at Sunday Walking Street Market. You can also take a food tour and check out other amazing street food stalls.

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Phang Nga Bay, also known as Ao Phangnga, is a group of 42 islands situated between the Malay peninsula of Thailand and Phuket. Spread over 400 square miles, it is a picturesque location known for archaeological sites of limestone caves and cliffs, mangrove forests, beds of seagrass, and numerous species of flora and fauna, including the endangered Malaysian plover.

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One of the most popular temples of Phuket, Chalong Wat is an impressive building almost always flocked with devotees and tourists. The place is adorned with about three dozen carved Buddhas, intricate gold carvings, a serpent bannister of stone and lotus ponds. It is close to the Big Buddha, and both can be visited on a single trip.

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Thailand is a world-famous destination for spas and massages. Go for an authentic Thai massage and spa and feel recharged and energized. From local to luxurious ones, you can select the best spas in Phuket for a truly pampering experience. The prices start from TBH 300 for a simple Thai massage.

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Located on Phuket's west coast, Kata Beach is rightfully one of the best beaches in Phuket, with spectacular views of the sea and a lively culture that thrives all year round. Between May and October, the roaring waves invite surfers and paddlers, while November to April has pleasant weather, which brings out crowds to relax and sunbathe. After dark, the beach comes alive with bars, shacks, and dance parties.

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Karon View Point in south Phuket is a sought-after stop point by many tourists visiting the surrounding beaches. It offers a beautiful panoramic view over the sea, including three bays (Kata Noi, Kata, and Karon). This is one of Phuket's most photographed sights. It is easily reachable and has free parking spots.

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The best way to beat the heat at Phuket and enjoy the thrill is through water sports activities like parasailing, paragliding, scuba diving, paddleboards, sea kayaking, snorkeling, and jet skiing. Patong Beach, Surin beach, Phang Nga Bay, Kata Beach, etc are the major hubs. Various companies and operators offer amazing half-day and full-day excursions.

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Phuket is popular for its nightlife, especially centered around Soi Bangla. This road is lit up with neon lights with bars running alongside the street. You can also visit one of the many bars, pubs, nightclubs, and restaurants dotted across the island or watch one of the cultural shows.

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The most well-known and photographed location in Phuket, Promthep Cape lies ahead of Rawai Beach. Popularly known as ‘Laem Promthep’ or ‘God’s Cape’, it has a sweeping view over the southeast and east of this island. It also has an air-conditioned lighthouse, which is also a museum. Although you can't trek down to the end of the Cape’s promontory, a stroll around the viewing platform is enough to witness a spectacular sunset or sunrise view.

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A popular landmark, the Phuket Weekend Night Market boasts an exciting range of products and an exceptional array of delectable cuisine. Also renowned as Naka Market, it is known for its quirky trinkets, pirated items, secondhand goods, souvenirs, and a vast collection of fashion staples, all for affordable prices. This market is also perfect for experimenting with exotic Thai cuisine, including bugs and insects.

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Located on the west coast, Karon Beach is the third longest beach in Phuket. Sandwiched between Patong to the north and Kata to the south, it is a vast and uncrowded place for those looking for some quiet time. Karon Beach has excellent snorkeling spots and clean crystal blue water that is a joy to swim in. It is also known for its buzzing nightlife.

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Simon Cabaret is located at 8 Sirirat Road in Phuket, Thailand. It is an intimate theatre which offers live cabaret shows by dancers in sparkly attire and head-dresses. Established in 1991, Simon Cabaret has a jaw-dropping stage design with hi-tech sound system and lighting equipment. The theatre has been providing a rich source for entertainment for its visitors.

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James Bond Island or locally known as Khao Phing Kan is a pair of islands situated on the West Coast of Thailand. Located in the Phang Nga Bay of Andaman Sea, the massive nail-like rock structure rising from between the water is a limestone cliff. It is a famous getaway from Phuket and is most popular for the 1974 James Bond movie, ‘Tha Man with the Golden Gun' which was shot here.

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Sprawling over 100,000 sq.m., Andamanda Water Park is an exciting adventure and amusement park themed on the local legend of the Lost Kingdom of Nagaon. The park is divided into five different themed zones - Pearl Palace, Naga Jungle, Emerald Forest, Coral World, and Great Andaman Bay. The last one is the exquisite artificial wave pool with 3m high tides. There are more than 50 thrilling rides and water slides to explore.

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Bungee jumping is a fun and thrilling experience. Phuket Jungle Bungy Jump is the original bungee jumping company offering different types of bungee jumps Classic Solo, Water Touch, Catapult, and Tandem Bungy Jump. The activity costs 2200 BAHT per person.

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Phuket FantaSea is a state-of-the-art cultural theme park located on Kamala Beach of Phuket Island. The park includes attractions like a shopping street, a grand 4000 seat dining facility and a 3000 seat theatre, all spread over 140 acres. The restaurant serves a sumptuous dinner with excellent Thai and international cuisine. There a lot of fun-to-do activities all around the park before the main show begins.

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The Green Elephant Sanctuary Park is spread over 40,000 meters in the middle of a lush green jungle with a stream running through. It is home to many rescued elephants from around Asia. You can learn about these elephants' lives before they were saved, feed them, and even bathe them on a guided tour.

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Known for its brilliant white sand, transparent marine waters, and calm atmosphere, Kata Noi Beach is a magnificent bay along Phuket's west coast. It is ideal for families and is home to some of Phuket's most luxurious resorts and restaurants. The sea off Kata Noi Beach is perfect for swimming during the high season from November to April, while May to October is popular for sports and surfing.

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Jungceylon is one of the largest shopping malls in southern Thailand. The mall's glittering and shimmering shops and lively atmosphere make it the best destination for shopping and entertainment in Phuket. While strolling across the Jungceylon Mall, you cannot ignore noticing two of its largest stores – Robinson and the Big C Supermarket.

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Kamala beach to the north of Patong is popular among families and retired travellers, who enjoy a nice vacation in this quieter bay. The beach is famous for its restaurants along the coast including Cafe Del Mar and other popular Thai restaurants, and also has two small shopping alleys selling traditional trinkets.

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The first Trick Eye Museum in southern Thailand, Trickeye 3D, is located on the corner of Montri and Phang Nga roads in Phuket town. It is a large two-story building that was a famous movie theatre until 2002. The main highlight is a feature gallery of 100 painted and sculpted scenes using trompe-l' oeil (meaning 'deceive the eye' in French) techniques.

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Phuket is one of the most famous tourist destinations for snorkeling, with its beautiful beaches, clear waters, plentiful coral reefs, and marine life. Going snorkeling when the tide is in is recommended to have a better view of Phuket's colorful aquatic life. Although it can be done throughout the year, the best time is the post-monsoon season.

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Toh Sae Hill or Monkey Hill is often frequented by tourists who like to spend time watching the frolicky creatures up to their mischievous antics. They can also be fed little treats and even have been trained by a local man to perform some little tricks. As a massive tourist attraction viewing a range of unique macaques, monkey hill is also the tallest hill in Phuket.

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Freedom Beach is a pristine 300m stretch of white sand peppered with granite rocks and surrounded by lush green hills full of jungles. The unique location of Freedom Beach gives it an exceptional feel. Although it wasn't easy to access this beach earlier, it has become much simpler to go to via longtail boats nowadays.

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The only dolphinarium in Phuket, Dolphins Bay is a family entertainer with activities like Dolphin and Seal show, swimming with dolphins and also getting to pose with these sea beauties. The dolphins are well trained to perform tricks like turning hula hoops, bouncing in water, hiding in water and even paint with a brush.

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Bang Tao Beach can be called the luxury stretch of Phuket. This tiny beach stretches for only four miles or roughly six and a half kilometers, and is entirely populated with luxury resorts and vast villas. It offers swimming facilities, a few bars, and restaurants nearby. The famous beach club Catch is located here.

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Rated amongst the top 10 diving destinations in the world, scuba diving in Phuket is an experience like no other. If you have the time, you can learn how to dive and become a certified PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) diver. Otherwise, you can do the Open Water Diver Course. If you're already a PADI-certified diver, you can do the Advanced Open Water Diver Course or participate in advanced adventure dives.

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One of the few untouched beaches of Phuket, Banana beach is situated on Coral Island (also known as Koh Hey), which lies south of the mainland. The beach looks tranquil, with clear blue waters and talcum-white sand. Mostly crowded during the high season, the prolific aquatic life makes for some great snorkeling and diving experiences. It is accessible by a speedboat ride from Chalong Pier.

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Koh Panyee is a tiny fishing village in the Phang Nga Province of Thailand, about an hour and a half north of Phuket City. It's approximately a 20-minute longtail boat ride from Surakul pier in Phang Nga province. The most striking feature of this tiny island is its vast, vertical limestone cliffs. Most tour operators include Koh Panyee as part of the James Bond Island tour itinerary from Phuket.

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Chillva market on the side of Yaowarat road is a fun and exciting place to explore, with its bohemian vibes and shops made out of ship containers.These shops sell a wide array of colorful goodies and local trinkets including clothes and other jewellery. It is also the perfect place to experiment with some exotic Thai cuisine - including some fried insects like grasshoppers and silkworms!

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Koh Racha, also known as Raya Islands, comprises two beautiful islands with stunning cottony white sand beaches, peaceful bars, and glorious snorkeling and diving spots. Patok beach, located on a long U-shaped bay with powdery white sand, is the main beach. Ko Racha Yai and Ko Racha Noi are the two islands, the former being the main island.

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The Splash Water Jungle Park on Mai Khao beach is known for its fun water thrills and adventures. With its gigantic water slides and rides, it is a part of the beautiful Grand Vest Villas in Phuket. Though not very large and insanely crowded, there are rides of varying difficulty levels for both kids and adults. Apart from wild and exciting rides and two in-house restaurants, the Splash bar and Spa village are added attractions.

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Among the famous waterfalls in Phuket, the picturesque Bang Pae waterfalls are situated in the east of the city in the Khao Phra Thaeo National Park. You enjoy a nice relaxed walk to the waterfall and have a good time in the shallow streams. There are also a couple of great seafood restaurants around for having a bite.

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Malin Plaza in south Patong is a bazaar known for its amazing local food offerings. Some of the popular choices include tropical fruits like mango and star fruits, Thai pancakes, and sticky rice, as well as buying fresh fish and getting it cooked by the locals. It is also a great place to pick up some traditional Thai trinkets!

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Similan is an archipelago of 9 small islands and a UNESCO World Heritage site. These are one of Thailand's most stunning places, with underwater marine life and great birds. There are splendidly picturesque white sand beaches with pristine blue waters. The islands also have many hiking trails for the adventurous soul. Similan Islands are open for tourists from November to April.

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Chalong, also known as Chalong Pier or Chalong Bay, is island's greatest bay with a port, shopping, and residential area, located on the east-central part of Phuket. Many major Phuket attractions like Wat Chalong and the Big Buddha are located in the area along with entertainment activities like Phunaka Golf Course and Phuket Bird Park. Ao Chalong Yacht Club is also a popular hub for sailing races and parties.

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The Saphan Hin Park in Phuket town is an ideal spot for a little evening rendezvous, with its sprawling walks and lake. Evening time is the busiest in the park, with many street vendors selling delicious local food including fried noodles, barbequed meat and also fried insects! The Giew Tian Geng shrine is also another attraction here.

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The small island of Phuket offers an ideal terrain and geography to enjoy the most thrilling zipline activity. You can hover over the green landscape, around 40 meters above ground level. The bird’s eye view of the lush green rainforest is beyond incredible. Plus, the activity gives you the much-needed thrill and excitement.

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Coral Island, also known as Ko Hey, is a small island in Rawai southeast of the mainland of Phuket. Blessed by coral reefs and blue waters, the island has vibrant tropical fishes, making it perfect for snorkeling and diving. The island has two white sand beaches, a long beach, and a banana beach, and it is open all year long. It is a 15-minute speedboat ride from Chalong Pier,

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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. 

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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. It occurs in the ninth month of the Lunar calendar, between September & October.

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Phuket Walking Street is a weekend market on Thalang Road in old Phuket town. Makeshift shops are set up along the 350 meters long commercial street that also features multiple permanent shops, restaurants, and guest houses. This carnival-like atmosphere provides an added attraction for tourists who can buy souvenirs, handicrafts, clothing, and electronic goods most affordably here.

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Surin beach, also sometimes called Millionaire's Row, is a celebrity favorite due to its classy resorts and hotels along the bay. During the high season, the beach gets its life back with a long line of massage centers, fruit juice stalls, vendors selling local food, beach toys, and many more.

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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.

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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.

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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.