Things to Do in Karon, Phuket
Karon spreads hotels along a 3km public beach with more air between buildings than Patong. The southern end puts reef snorkeling and Kata restaurants within a short ride.
Karon spreads hotels along a 3km public beach with more air between buildings than Patong. The southern end puts reef snorkeling and Kata restaurants within a short ride.
Karon BeachBeach
Big BuddhaHistoric Landmark
Kata BeachBeach
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
Top things to do in Karon
Karon Beach
★ 4.6 · 9.2kBeach★4-km. beach with calm, clear water & a wide stretch of golden sand, backed by resorts.
Kata Noi Beach
★ 4.6 · 3.0kBeachThis beach adjacent to resorts & restaurants features swimming, diving & other activities.
Wat Karon
★ 4.3 · 3.4kMarketTwice-weekly collection of vendors selling local street snacks, spices & colorful handicrafts.
- Every day
- 7 AM – 5 PM
Where to eat & drink in Karon
Lost in Phuket
★ 4.6 · 2.3kCoffee Shop· ฿200–400A cozy cafe in Kata Beach, this establishment is known for its wide breakfast menu, quality coffee, and diverse food options including burgers, fajitas, and poke bowls.
- Every day
- 8 AM – 2 AM
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Ranked using weather, setting, ratings, and review volume.
- 1Karon Beach
- 2Big Buddha
- 3Kata Beach
- 4Kata Noi Beach
- 5Kata Night Market
- 6Tann Beach club
- 7Wat Karon
- 8Starz Rooftop Bar & Restaurant
- 9Cup Sea Coffee - คัพซี คอฟฟี่
- 10Pasha Turkish European & Thai Restaurant Karon Beach
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