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All places to explore in Phuket

63 motorcycle-friendly destinations — beaches, viewpoints, temples and more.

For islands and bays, open the detail page — pier endpoints, boat times and step-by-step access guides are there.

10/10

Big Buddha

45-metre white marble Buddha with panoramic views over Chalong and Kata.

Distance

~12 km from Patong

Duration

25–35 min

Appeal

10/10

10/10

Moto + tekne

Phang Nga Bay

James Bond Island and limestone karsts — epic full-day motorcycle tour.

Distance

~90 km from Patong

Duration

1–1.5 hours

Appeal

10/10

Access guide on detail page →

10/10

Moto + tekne

Similan Islands

Ride to Tap Lamu Pier (Khao Lak) — speedboat to Similans

Distance

~85 km from Patong

Duration

2 h

Appeal

10/10

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10/10

Moto + tekne

Phi Phi Islands

Ride to Rassada Pier — ferry or speedboat to Phi Phi

Distance

~50 km from Patong

Duration

1.5 h

Appeal

10/10

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10/10

Samet Nangshe Viewpoint

Instagram-famous Phang Nga panorama — limestone islands and sunrise platforms.

Distance

~110 km from Patong

Duration

50–60 min

Appeal

10/10

9/10

Promthep Cape

Phuket's southwestern tip — the island's most famous sunset viewpoint.

Distance

~25 km from Patong

Duration

45–55 min

Appeal

9/10

9/10

Moto + tekne

Freedom Beach

Hidden cove near Patong — turquoise water, boat or trail access.

Distance

~8 km from Patong

Duration

15–20 min

Appeal

9/10

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9/10

Banana Beach (Haad Klom)

Quiet cove near Coral Island — snorkelling, rock scenery and fewer crowds.

Distance

~12 km from Patong

Duration

25 min

Appeal

9/10

Emerald Pool

Turquoise natural pool for swimming and snorkelling

Distance

~95 km from Patong

Duration

2.5 h

Appeal

9/10

9/10

Moto + tekne

Railay Beach

Ride to Krabi/Ao Nang — longtail boat to Railay (no road access)

Distance

~105 km from Patong

Duration

2.5–3 h + boat

Appeal

9/10

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9/10

Moto + tekne

Cheow Lan Lake

Ride to Ratchaprapha Dam pier — lake tour by boat

Distance

~130 km from Patong

Duration

3 h

Appeal

9/10

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9/10

Moto + tekne

Phang Nga Bay

James Bond Island and limestone karsts — epic full-day motorcycle tour.

Distance

~90 km from Patong

Duration

1–1.5 hours

Appeal

9/10

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8/10

Windmill Viewpoint

Wind turbine above Nai Harn with panoramic southern island views.

Distance

~19 km from Patong

Duration

40–50 min

Appeal

8/10

Karon View Point (Three Beaches)

Iconic lookout over Kata Noi, Kata and Karon beaches.

Distance

~14 km from Patong

Duration

25–35 min

Appeal

8/10

Nai Harn Beach

Southern bay with calm turquoise water, surf and sunsets.

Distance

~20 km from Patong

Duration

40–50 min

Appeal

8/10

Kata Beach

Surf, restaurants and family-friendly sand — popular south stop.

Distance

~15 km from Patong

Duration

25–35 min

Appeal

8/10

Tiger Cave (Wat Tham Suea)

Cave temple with climbable stairs

Distance

~80 km from Patong

Duration

2 h

Appeal

8/10

8/10

Moto + tekne

Coral Island (Koh Hae)

Ride to Rawai/Chalong pier — 15–25 min longtail to Koh Hae

Distance

~35 km from Patong

Duration

1 h

Appeal

8/10

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8/10

Moto + tekne

Bamboo Island (Koh Panak)

Ride to pier (Phang Nga or Rassada) — island by boat/kayak

Distance

~45 km from Patong

Duration

1.5 h

Appeal

8/10

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8/10

Moto + tekne

Ao Nang Beach

Ride to Krabi — boat hub for Railay and islands

Distance

~105 km from Patong

Duration

2.5 h

Appeal

8/10

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8/10

Paradise Beach

Hidden cove south of Patong — beach club by day, full-moon parties; iconic turquoise water.

Distance

~6 km from Patong

Duration

15 min

Appeal

8/10

Mai Khao — Plane Spotting Beach

Famous strip beneath HKT runway — dramatic photos with landing airliners overhead.

Distance

~35 km from Patong

Duration

45–55 min

Appeal

8/10

8/10

Moto + tekne

Donsak Ferry Pier (Koh Samui)

Surat Thani — Koh Samui vehicle ferry terminal. Ride your motorcycle aboard and continue on the island.

Distance

~280 km from Patong

Duration

5–6 h drive + 1.5–2 h ferry

Appeal

8/10

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7/10

Kamala Beach & Sunset

Calm bay, sunset restaurants and Cafe del Mar strip — golden hour west-facing shots.

Distance

~10 km from Patong

Duration

25 min

Appeal

7/10

Bang Tao Beach & Lagoon

Long lagoon and resort strip — sunset walks and beach clubs.

Distance

~20 km from Patong

Duration

40 min

Appeal

7/10

Surin Beach

Upscale beach clubs and clear water — quieter than Patong.

Distance

~12 km from Patong

Duration

25–30 min

Appeal

7/10

Rawai Beach (Southern Tip)

Fishing pier, fresh seafood, longtail boats to southern islands.

Distance

~22 km from Patong

Duration

40–50 min

Appeal

7/10

Old Phuket Town

Sino-Portuguese architecture, cafés and weekend night markets.

Distance

~18 km from Patong

Duration

25–35 min

Appeal

7/10

Wat Chalong & Pier

Phuket's most sacred temple — golden chedi and nearby pier.

Distance

~15 km from Patong

Duration

20–30 min

Appeal

7/10

Monkey Hill (Toh Sae)

Hill above Phuket Town with wild monkeys and panoramic city views.

Distance

~20 km from Patong

Duration

30–40 min

Appeal

7/10

Hot Springs

Natural hot springs and mud bath

Distance

~105 km from Patong

Duration

2.5 h

Appeal

7/10

Phang Nga Bay

James Bond Island and limestone karsts — epic full-day motorcycle tour.

Distance

~90 km from Patong

Duration

1–1.5 hours

Appeal

7/10

Monkey Beach (Haad Hin Khad)

Swimming with monkeys, tropical fish and coral

Distance

~48 km from Patong

Duration

1.5 h

Appeal

7/10

7/10

Moto + tekne

Koh Naka Island

Ride to Ao Po Marina — short boat transfer to Koh Naka

Distance

~40 km from Patong

Duration

1.5 h

Appeal

7/10

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7/10

Khao Lak Beach

Phang Nga's finest beach in a protected area

Distance

~85 km from Patong

Duration

2 h

Appeal

7/10

7/10

Moto + tekne

Phang Nga Cave (Panak)

Ride to Phang Nga Surakul Pier — Koh Panak cave by boat and kayak

Distance

~92 km from Patong

Duration

2.5 h

Appeal

7/10

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7/10

Moto + tekne

Koh Lanta Island

Ride to Hua Hin Pier — ferry to Koh Lanta (motorcycle-friendly)

Distance

~150 km from Patong

Duration

3.5 h

Appeal

7/10

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7/10

Karon Beach

Long sand strip and coastal ride from Karon to Kata.

Distance

~13 km from Patong

Duration

20–30 min

Appeal

7/10

Khao Rang (Rang Hill)

View terrace over Phuket Town — city, harbour and Big Buddha views.

Distance

~19 km from Patong

Duration

40 min

Appeal

7/10

Yanui Beach & Rocks

Small hidden cove — snorkelling, rock scenery and Yanui viewpoint hike.

Distance

~18 km from Patong

Duration

40 min

Appeal

7/10

Central Phuket Festival

Phuket's largest mall — shopping, cinema, food court, air-conditioned break.

Distance

~22 km from Patong

Duration

40–50 min

Appeal

7/10

Nai Yang Beach (Sirinat Park)

National park beach near airport — casuarina trees and calm sand.

Distance

~32 km from Patong

Duration

45 min

Appeal

7/10

Monkey Cave Temple (Wat Suwan Kuha)

Cave temple in Phang Nga with giant Buddha and cave monkeys. Full-day trip.

Distance

~85 km from Patong

Duration

2+ hours

Appeal

7/10

6/10

Patong Bay Hill View

Rat U Thit hill panorama over Patong Bay — classic city, beach and Andaman photo.

Distance

~2 km from Patong centre

Duration

8 min

Appeal

6/10

Bang Pae Waterfall

Natural waterfall in the forest

Distance

~40 km from Patong

Duration

1.5 h

Appeal

6/10

Krabi Town

Authentic Thai town with local markets and culture

Distance

~100 km from Patong

Duration

2.5 h

Appeal

6/10

Ton Prai Waterfall

Seven-tier natural waterfall with swim pools and picnic spots

Distance

~55 km from Patong

Duration

1.5 h

Appeal

6/10

Black Rock Viewpoint

Hidden rocky lookout between Kamala and Surin — turquoise water, popular sunset spot.

Distance

~14 km from Patong

Duration

30 min

Appeal

6/10

Sirinat National Park

Protected nature area with hidden beaches and forest

Distance

~18 km from Patong

Duration

40 min

Appeal

6/10

Nakkerd Sea View (360°)

360° terrace on Big Buddha road — panoramic views over Chalong, Kata, Karon and Patong.

Distance

~14 km from Patong

Duration

35 min

Appeal

6/10

Promthep Cape

Phuket's southwestern tip — the island's most famous sunset viewpoint.

Distance

~25 km from Patong

Duration

45–55 min

Appeal

6/10

Bang Tao Temple (Wat Bang Tao)

Historic temple, hidden gem

Distance

~22 km from Patong

Duration

45 min

Appeal

6/10

Soi Dog Foundation

Dog rescue centre — meaningful visit

Distance

~15 km from Patong

Duration

45 min

Appeal

6/10

Nakkerd Sea View (360°)

360° terrace on Big Buddha road — panoramic views over Chalong, Kata, Karon and Patong.

Distance

~14 km from Patong

Duration

35 min

Appeal

6/10

Bangla Road (Patong)

Patong nightlife heart — neon lights, walking distance to beach.

Distance

Patong centre

Duration

5 min

Appeal

6/10

5/10

Three Pagodas Pass

Thailand–Myanmar border historical site

Distance

~165 km from Patong

Duration

4 h

Appeal

5/10

Phuket Aquarium

Marine life and tropical fish exhibition

Distance

~32 km from Patong

Duration

1 h

Appeal

5/10

Phuket FantaSea

Theme park, theatre and shows

Distance

~24 km from Patong

Duration

1 h

Appeal

5/10

Bang Pae Elephant Sanctuary

Elephant rescue centre, ethical tourism

Distance

~40 km from Patong

Duration

1.5 h

Appeal

5/10

Patong Fish Market

Early morning fish market, local experience

Distance

~3 km from Patong

Duration

30 min

Appeal

5/10

Sticky Waterfall (Bua Thong)

Climbable waterfall — legendary Chiang Mai region stop

Distance

~180 km from Patong

Duration

4.5 h

Appeal

5/10

Erawan National Park

Seven-tier waterfall and forest hike

Distance

~175 km from Patong

Duration

4 h

Appeal

5/10

Mae Sa Waterfall

Ten-tier waterfall with swim pools

Distance

~160 km from Patong

Duration

3.5 h

Appeal

5/10