Top Things to do in Karon
What to do and see in Karon, Phuket: The Best Sights & Landmarks
At nearly three miles long, Karon’s beach stretches on and on and on… so this might be the perfect spot for travelers who want as much space as possible around their beach blankets. TripAdvisor travelers say the diving is fabulous. And bring the kids-- Karon is known as a family-friendly town.
Restaurants in Karon
1. Karon View Point
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,842 reviews
Reviewed By hooman1020 - Tehran, Iran
Karon viewpoint is a majestic panoramic viewpoint and one of the most popular landscapes in the country and the most frequented viewpoint in Phuket. It's located between Nai Harn and Kata Noi beaches and is one of the top recommended viewpoints in Phuket Island. From this viewpoint you can enjoy extensive views of Kata Noi, Kata Yai and Karon beaches and it looks out directly to the Andaman sea. Karon viewpoint is 9 minutes away from Kata beach, 13 minutes away from Karon beach and some 30 minutes from Patong beach by car. The route to the viewpoint is hilly and steep, and it's not recommended for beginners to go there by rental motorbike. But if you have some experience of "motorbike riding", it would be a remarkable experience going there by a 150 cc motorbike. This place is always crowded and there's a parking lot there for cars and motorbikes. Karon Viewpoint (formerly "Kata Viewpoint") or locally ‘Khao Saam Haad’ (Three Beaches Hill) is a staple for many tours itineraries. Going to the viewpoint is highly recommended!
2. Wat Karon
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4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By surfCornwall
Beautiful temple in use and night market Tuesday and Friday, the building is red gold and makes great photos. On market nights you can spend a good hour or two shopping in the grounds
3. Wat Suwan Khiri Khet
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4.0 based on 202 reviews
Reviewed By easterntreker - Halifax, Canada
We came upon this by chance as we were searching for the Night Market. It is very colorful and some lovely paintings inside..describing Buddha's life.
4. Leam Krating
5. Black rock viewpoint
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4.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By megaworldasia360 - Phuket, Thailand
Black Rock Viewpoint is without doubt, the best high vantage view point on Phuket Island. What is rather ironic is that it looks out over the islands most famous sunset viewing location, Cape Prom Thep. As hundreds gather almost daily to watch the sun sinking on the western horizon they’re blissfully unaware of a much better viewing location, with very few sightseers, on a hill high above them. This is because Cape Prom Thep is a mainstream tourist destination which is set up to cater for hordes of visitors each day and the tour companies have no knowledge of alternative locations. To get to BLACK ROCK VIEW POINT, continue on the dirt track from NUI BEACH. From the checkpoint at the top of the track down to NUI BEACH you’ll see a fork to the left which goes uphill. Follow that and approx. 500 meters further on you’ll eventually come to a large rock with the Thai words “PA HIN DUM” painted on it, and an arrow pointing directly across the road to where the hiking trail starts. Park your bike/vehicle here and take the trail to the viewpoint. The trail is short but quite rough in places with jagged rocks so it’s advisable to wear decent footwear; more so for the hike back out. The view when you get there is quite spectacular. There is a safe viewing area at the very top and a few meters lower, another viewing area which gives a better angle to the western coastline. NOTE: If you decide to go down to the lower viewing area take extreme caution as there’s a sloping rock surface which drops away precipitously. One slip and you’ll tumble more than 100 meters to the bottom. If you go to watch the sunset it’s advisable to take a flashlight with you for the hike down. The thick foliage on the trail will quickly reduce visibility. Without a flashlight you’re at risk of a fall from the many trip hazards along the way in the dark.
