Want to get on an ideal solo trip? Give yourself a scenic and cultural treat by exploring the best sights of Phuket Thailand.
Phuket is popular as a luxury destination however this doesn’t mean that it cannot be budget-friendly as well. Whether you want to travel reasonably or want to explore high-end alternatives, Phuket has it all. Situated in the Andaman Sea of Southern Thailand, Phuket is the largest island in Thailand and is surrounded by beautiful beaches, panoramic views, dense forests, offering plenty of water and land-based activities and sports. The island is filled with fun sports to offer a unique experience to all kinds of travelers.
From vibrant nightlife to pristine beaches, pine-covered sky-high cliffs, culturally rich temples, and amiable locals, the diverse heritage and scenic beauty make Phuket worth visiting. Explore the best of Phuket by embarking on a variety of Phuket Sightseeing tours. Let’s check 5 Places to Visit on Solo Phuket.
5 Sightseeing Attractions In Phuket For Touring
Patong Island
Famous for hosting a long list of water sports, Patong brings on the verve of adventure. Besides, with its calm, tranquil and dazzling beaches, Patong is a gem of natural beauty and bounty, which attracts tourists from all around the world. Freedom beach snuggled on the west coast and tri trang in the south add on to the natural appearance of the town. These beaches are visited often for sunbathing, snorkeling, jet-skiing, parasailing, and even for casual long walks. Mesmerizing Jungceylon shopping mall is a paragon of artificial and architectural excellence and attracts tourists and shopaholics from all around. . Bangla road is the next halt that worth your attention for a brilliant and hearty shopping experience. Those who want to behold the rustic hues in Phuket can head towards Patong town.
Big Buddha
Nestled on the top of Nakkerd Hill, an enormous statue of Buddha sitting on the top with a height of 45 meters, Big Buddhais the most celebrated shrine in Phuket, Thailand. The breathtaking statue is prepared using 20 tonnes of brass and is painted in gold. From up above, you will get to see Phang Nga Bay, take a few steps towards the west to get a glimpse of Kata Bay, Kata Noi Bay, Prompthep Cape, and Nai Harn Windmill. Dress nicely to maintain the sanctity of the place.
Laem Phromthep
Wrapping the gorgeous glimpse of the southern corner of the island and the Andaman Sea, Promthep Cape or ‘God’s Cape’ is a heavenly escape those seeking solitude form busty lifestyle. Promthep Cape is famous among tourists for its easy accessibility. The pearl of Andaman- the southern end of Phuket, Promthep Cape is a photogenic place with stunning sights of sunset. Other then natural grandeur, it has an elephant shrine, the elephant is culturally symbolical in Buddhism and represents wisdom and strength, so climb up a few steps to get the sight. Besides, it has an old lighthouse, dated back in 1996, which offers stunning views of oceans and off Shore Island. The lighthouse museum is air-conditioned and can treat its guests well during summers. Climb up the stairs to reach the terrace and to get a glimpse of stunning Phi Phi Islands, Koh Racha Yai and Koh Racha Noi at night. Grab some of your favorite snacks nearby carpark.
Sirinat National Park
Lying right next to Phuket airport, Sirinat National Park brings the tourists a step closer to the natural bounty of Phuket. Although it encompasses a small area of around 22 sq of land and 68 sq of Sea of Phuket Island, it homes multiple beaches along with Nai Yang National Park and Mai Khao Wildlife Reserve. To talk about wildlife, you can get to see a unique range of birds including Nicobar pigeon, Black-and-red broadbill, Mangrove pitta, Rufous-tailed tailorbird, Pied triller, Brown-winged kingfisher, etc. It has pine-fringed beaches, mangrove forests, nesting turtles, clusters of Tropical coral reefs under offshore waters. So, don’t miss.
Similan Island
What makes Similan this attractive is exotic marine life, widespread beaches, azure waters, cruising, enormous rocks, jade dense forests where all this contributes to the making of Similan Island. Similan is an epitome of natural exquisiteness, which is highlighted by deserted white coral-sand beaches, and huge boulders that litter the western and southern shores all around. These island homes a good variety of birds and bizarre wildlife including lizards, bats, squirrels, dusky langurs, crab-grabbing monkeys, etc. Feed them or observe them casually. Snorkel to catch some dazzling sights underwater as these islands have coral, barrel sponges, caves, plenty of shallows in the bottom and boulders scattered on the shores, which are worth your attention. Cruise through naturally formed rock crevices and archways.
Besides, Phuket has amazing shopping spots to draw shopaholics, adventure activities and spots to attract adventure seekers, a brief and fascinating history, and a unique menu of cuisines worth tasting. Don’t let your wanderlust fade, explore the best of Phuket by visiting Phi-phi islands, Karon Beach, WatChalong, Tiger Kingdom, Phuket Weekend Night Market, Simon Cabaret, Nai Harn Beach, KhaoPhingKan Or James Bond Island, and lots more. So plan your itinerary for Phuket tours to not to miss any of the worthy destinations.