Patong Beach
If you turn right at the bottom of the drive a few minutes will take you into Patong.
Patong is the island's oldest and most developed tourist area, with a wide range of accommodation and activities to offer within close proximity of a long crescent shaped beach. The 3-kilometer long white sandy beach is perfect for swimming, lazing, and enjoying challenging water sports such as jet skiing, windsurfing, snorkeling, sailing, and parasailing. With plenty of action and friends to be found, Patong is a popular spot for those seeking fun in the sun. Swimming and other water activities are readily enjoyable at this well organised and serviced beach resort area, and a host of other activities are well at hand for those who want a respite from sun worshipping. Be sure to visit the fantastic modern shopping centre in central Patong. http://www.jungceylon.com Nightlife in Patong is colourful and varied. You'll find pubs, go-go bars, discos, markets, and many exotic sights within easy walking distance. Catch a Thai boxing match or live music, or linger over you choice of local or international fare at one of the many restaurants to chose from. Don't forget to look for bargains in the street markets, or in the many shops open til late -- there is so much to chose from here.
Located ten minutes south of Patong Beach, Karon has a curving beach that lies beautifully in the sun with small sand dunes, casuarinas and palm trees. The beach is ideal for relaxation, swimming or sunbathing. Facilities include nightclubs, restaurants and other evening entertainment which are located along the beachfront road.
- For beautiful secluded white sandy beaches visit - Paradise Beach and Freedom Beach
- Day trips to the famous Phi Phi Island (setting of film "The Beach") and James Bond Island
- Nights out to Fantasea (www.phuket-fantasea.com) & Simon Caberet (www.phuket-simoncabaret.com)