Phuket Beaches
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Phuket Beaches

From buzzing Patong to hidden, boat-only coves — the west coast's best sand, ranked and mapped.

9 places to explore

Patong Beach
West coast

Patong Beach

Phuket's liveliest beach — 3km of sand backed by the neon of Bangla Road.

NightlifeWatersportsLively
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Kata Beach
South-west coast

Kata Beach

A relaxed crescent of golden sand with easy swimming and low-season surf.

SwimmingSurfingSunsets
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Karon Beach
South-west coast

Karon Beach

Phuket's long, squeaky-sand beach — roomy, family-friendly and calmer than Patong.

FamiliesLong beachSunsets
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Kamala Beach
West coast

Kamala Beach

A laid-back local beach with a mellow village feel and great sunsets.

RelaxedFamiliesSunsets
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Bang Tao Beach
North-west coast

Bang Tao Beach

A 6km sweep of sand fronting Laguna — home to Phuket's chicest beach clubs.

Beach clubsLong beachLuxury
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Surin Beach
West coast

Surin Beach

A pretty, upscale cove once known as 'Millionaire's Mile'.

UpscaleSwimmingSunsets
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Nai Harn Beach
South coast

Nai Harn Beach

A postcard bay framed by green hills — clear water and a local feel.

SwimmingLocalScenic
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Freedom Beach
West coast

Freedom Beach

A hidden white-sand strip reachable by longtail — Phuket at its most secluded.

SecludedSnorkelingBoat access
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Mai Khao Beach
North coast

Mai Khao Beach

Phuket's longest, wildest beach, running for miles beside the airport.

QuietPlane spottingTurtles
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