Things to do in Koh Samui
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Cruises & boat tours
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Ang Thong National Marine Park Full Day Tour
Food, drink & nightlife
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Samui Island Tour to Angthong Marine Park by Big Boat with Kayaking & Lunch
History & culture
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Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup
Classes & workshops
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Thai Cooking Class experience - Farm to table since 2015
Weddings & honeymoons
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Fine-Dining Experience on the Beach at OZO Chaweng
What to do in Koh Samui
Popular places to visit
Chaweng Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Chaweng Beach, a popular beach in Bophut. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Lamai Beach
Relax on one of Koh Samui’s most beautiful beaches, enjoy a massage in one of the many resorts and explore the surrounding picturesque fishing villages and temples.
Fisherman's Village
If you want to catch a glimpse of Koh Samui before tourism development, visit this wonderfully well-kept street of 19th-century Chinese shop-houses and French architecture.
Nathon Pier
Jutting out from the west coast of the island, this busy pier is the main entry and exit point for visitors to Koh Samui.
Bo Phut Beach
Genuine Thai with a Mediterranean vibe. Stay in one of the oldest villages on Koh Samui, where anything goes, from Chinese teahouses to funky young bars.
Choeng Mon Beach
Located on the upmarket north-east of the island and home to some of the most exclusive resorts, private beaches, and family-friendly entertainment on Koh Samui.
Chaweng Noi Beach
Party with the crowds by night and escape them by day; get the best of both worlds in peaceful, accessible Chaweng Noi.
Silver Beach
Set amid swaying palm trees and turquoise water is this postcard-perfect beach is ideal for relaxing on soft golden sand, swimming in warm water and enjoying breathtaking sunrises.
Bangrak Pier
Snap photos of the large golden Buddha sculpture that welcomes you to this intriguing dock of opulence and spirituality.
Areas of Koh Samui
Chaweng City Center
Chaweng City Center is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Chaweng Beach and Central Festival Samui Shopping Center, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Bophut.
Lamai City Center
If you're spending time in Lamai City Center, you might enjoy its beaches and shopping. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Lamai Beach or Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks.
Bophut Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bophut Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Fisherman's Village and Big C Supercenter.
- Lamai Beach
- Fisherman's Village
- Nathon Pier
- Bo Phut Beach
- Choeng Mon Beach
- Pralan Ferry Pier
- Big Buddha Temple
- Bo Phut Beach Pier
- Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks
- Wat Plai Laem
- Thong Kut Beach
- Namuang Waterfall 1
- Lamai Night Market
- Tarnim Magic Garden
- Tesco Lotus Koh Samui
- Ko Samui Hospital
- Samrong Beach
- Laem Yai Beach
- Ritz Carlton Beach
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