Patong
4.3 672 Ratings | 554 Reviews

Tourist Places To Visit In Patong

Planning A Trip To Patong? Here's our list of top tourist places to visit in Patong

Patong is a beach resort town which is not too far from Phuket. Tourists visiting Phuket usually go for Patong beach also. The Patong town is typically known for its 3 km long beach wherein people come and chill and have a beer. It is one of the best beaches to relax and calm your body. Patong has a number of places around, which can be easily visited by people. It offers beaches to relax and night clubs to party and even good and cheap places to shop and eat. The places one should surely visit if they are coming down to Patong are listed below. Take a look.

Visit Freedom beach

Visit Freedom beach:  Tourist Places To Visit In Patong
Photograph by Phuket.com

This beach has a 300 m long stretch of white sand where people can come for a leisurely walk. It is one of the most romantic places in Patong. People usually come around to relax in the lap of nature. The beach is surrounded by granite rocks, hills and thick tropical jungles. One can go for snorkelling, sunbathing and other water activities. 

Go to Paradise beach

Go to Paradise beach:  Tourist Places To Visit In Patong
Photograph by Cascade Vacation Rentals

The name itself suggests the essence of this beach. One can actually experience heaven on this beach. The length of the beach is about 150 m long, and tourists can walk through the rocks and discover another small isolated beach.

Patong Beach

Patong Beach:  Tourist Places To Visit In Patong
Photograph by Phuket Maps

It is obviously the most known beach of the town. The whole beach has a stretch of about 3 to 4 km, and travellers are suggested to visit the beach early in the morning as it gets crowded in the daytime. There are a lot of water sports carried out on the beach like parasailing, jet-skiing and swimming.

Enjoy the Muay Thai fight

Enjoy the Muay Thai fight:  Tourist Places To Visit In Patong
Photograph by Muay Thai Citizen

This Muay Thai fight is a very popular martial art form of Thailand, and Patong conducts many Muay fights on a regular basis. The most famous fight can be witnessed at the Bangla stadium, and the tickets are at an affordable price. You must have the stomach for violence though, as the fights may get nasty towards the end. But if you do go for it then rest assured, it is a thumping, thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Take a Boat Ride to Explore Islands

Take a Boat Ride to Explore Islands:  Tourist Places To Visit In Patong
Photograph by statuecruises.com

There are many tiny islands near Patong which are not explored by most tourists. Phi Phi Islands and Similan islands are smaller islands with less crowd and serene beauty which can be explored through boat rides by tourists. Regular boats and ferries leave the shore for day trips and you can book any one you like on the spot.

Take a City Tour

Take a City Tour:  Tourist Places To Visit In Patong
Photograph by homeiswhereyourbagis.com

One should explore the city of Patong if they have some free time. Tourists can wander around the town and look around the local markets of Patong and delve into the culture and history of Patong by talking to the locals. The best exploration comes about at nights as the streets light up and bars and pubs are echoing with jazz or other rock music. Mornings can be reserved for walks around neighbourhoods and shopping. 

Go for Kathu Waterfall

Go for Kathu Waterfall:  Tourist Places To Visit In Patong
Photograph by Phuket 101

It is a popular weekend spot for locals as well as tourists to chill and dive into the Kathu waterfall. The best time to visit the place is from June to November, when there are heavy rainfalls. Tourists should definitely go for the top of the fall, although it is a difficult to climb uphill.

Experience Patong GO-Kart

Experience Patong GO-Kart:  Tourist Places To Visit In Patong
Photograph by Thailand Holiday Homes

Patong GO-kart speedway is a fun activity especially for people who want to experience and have a fervor for motor racing tracks. The race track is 750 m long and has a series of sharp curves, bends and a long straight finish line. If you are not a racer at heart then even witnessing a race is thrilling and very very entertaining.

Get Travel Packages

By clicking below, I agree to the terms of service

Planning A Trip To Patong?
Find The Best Travel Packages From Top Travel Agents