2025 Koh Phangan District Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

#grouptravel We started off by departing from Maehaad Pier, and after a short boat trip, we arrived at Koh Nang Yuan. The views from the viewpoint were absolutely stunning, showcasing the three separate bays—definitely one of the world’s most beautiful spots! After that, we stopped for lunch at Mango Bay, soaking in the beautiful scenery and vibrant marine life. The snorkeling with black-tip sharks at Shark Bay was an incredible experience! ‼️The tour can be booked through the app or at the company’s office, and you’ll find plenty of advertising around the island. The price is 650 baht (~$20). #100waysoftravel #thailand #kohtaoisland

I came across this space whilst strolling for the perfect coffee shop spot for an afternoon chill. Pleasantly cozy and calm, Walú Bowls became that perfect spot. With fresh juice, creamy smoothies, organic coffee and superfood infused açaí and salad bowls it gave me the health kick I’ve been craving on the beautiful island of Koh Phangan. #healthy #beachlife #paradise

#bangkok Address: 2 Sanam Chai Rd, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand. Getting there: You can take metro to Sanam Chai station. The temple is around 6 minutes walk away. Highlights: The Wat Pho is an amazing temple. The territory of the temple is quite large, it will probably take about one and a half hours to appreciate all the sights. The highlight of this temple is the giant golden 150 feet long reclining Buddha. Opening hours: 8am to 6.30pm daily.

If you find yourself traveling the islands in Thailand, come to Koh Phangan and you have to visit secret beach. While it’s no longer a big secret, it’s an amazing view beach with warm water, a great restaurant which normally has some live music or DJs and our favorite, a small bar run by an amazing guy named Jay! The beach faces west so pull up a chair for some amazing sunset views! #valentinescape #beachlife #celebratewithtrip #tripblazers #urbanexplorer #passionpassport #thailandtravel

Maé haad beach is located right next to the main pier Mae haad pier. this is one of my favourite beaches in Koh tao, easy access, with a giant turtle on the sandy beach. there are also lots of diving boats with different colours parking in this area! there are dive centres, nice restaurants and cafes on this beach where you can grab a drink or enjoy your meals while watching the gorgeous sunset!#mytripvlog

The highlight of this temple is the giant golden 150 feet long reclining Buddha. The surroundings of the temple have a few pagodas and Wat Pho is just within walking distance (approximately a 10-minute walk) from the Grand Palace. Wat Pho is now a center for traditional massage and medicine but was the first public university in Thailand to focus on religion and literature back then. #tripblazers #mytripvlog #2023travelwish #beachlife

The shop has a nice atmosphere and just opened. It's very beautiful. #Organize a trip to the sea

Not merely a religious destination, the belief of Thai people, Wat Pho also owns many interesting things to attract visitors. The most prominent is the giant reclining Buddha statue, with a length of up to 46 meters and a height of 15 meters. The inside of the statue is built of brick, the outside is made of plaster, and is plated with gold. The Buddha statue is located on a large pedestal, decorated with meticulous and elaborate motifs. This pedestal is also very eye-catching gold plated. If you pay attention, you will see that the soles of the statue's feet are inlaid with sophisticated patterns. These are motifs showing 108 good generals of Shakyamuni Buddha according to the Buddhist concept. #mytripvlog

Kaif Address 97/2 Moo 7, Tambon Ko Pha-ngan, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280 Ambiance/Facilities - Relaxing, cozy & quiet ambiance - Stunning view & delightful food - Great working space - Has dine in and al fresco dining option Highlights - Great coffee + cozy ambiance Avg. Price per Person - 200THB Rating - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #urbanexplorer #foodie #cafe #tripblazers #awesomepic

The name Ko Pha-ngan derives from the word "ngan", meaning 'sand bar' in southern Thai, for there are many sand bars offshore.[citation needed] Ko Pha-ngan has been a longtime favorite of past kings of Thailand. Rama V, or Chulalongkorn, for example, visited Ko Pha-ngan 14 times during his reign. The Bronze Drum of Dongson Culture (500–100 BCE) that was found on Ko Samui in 1977 is evidence that there were settlements of people on Ko Samui, Ko Pha-ngan, and their islets more than two thousand years ago. Some historians and archaeologists believe that the first group who migrated to Ko Pha-ngan were Austronesian peoples who travelled by boat from the Malay Peninsula.

Koh Tao Resort is a beautiful resort on the island of Koh Tao, the rooms are very comfortable, spacious and clean. The surrounding space is planted with many trees so it is very fresh and comfortable, the pool is located at the highest point of the resort and has a beautiful view of the sea and the whole city, a perfect place for couples. take virtual photos while traveling on Koh Tao. The food and milk teas in the restaurants are very tasty and match the price, the service is enthusiastic, fast and charming.

Wat Pho Temple is also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. It is located on Rattanakosin Island, directly south of the Grand Palace. It was built in the 16th century by King Rama I. The temple has more than one thousand Buddha images, many different building structures, chedis and pavilions. The image of the reclining Buddha represents the entry of Buddha into Nirvana and the end of all reincarnations. An annual celebration for the reclining Buddha is held around the time of the Siamese Songkran or New Year in April, which also helps raise funds for the upkeep of Wat Pho. The temple is considered the first public university of Thailand, teaching students in the fields of religion, science, and literature through murals and sculptures. It houses a school of Thai medicine and is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage which is still taught and practiced at the temple. Address: 2 Sanam Chai Rd, Bangkok, 10200 Ambiance/Facilities: 9/10 Highlights: Huge reclining Buddha statue Rating: 5/5

come here if you are planning to visit Thailand. the entry is 200baht. worth every penny since the attraction is very beautiful, eye-pleasing for a picture. can come and make wish too #thailand #watpho

A four hour ride from Surat Thani, or just 30 minutes from Koh Samui, lays Koh Phangan, a beautiful yet small island that is home to the famous Full Moon Party. The island offers a bustling yoga community, beautiful beaches with bungalows on every shore, and a collection of world cuisine and vegan cafes that will leave your tastebuds watering. You can enjoy the beach at half the cost of some other popular beach destinations, like the Maldives. Beach front bungalows start at just $20 a night here. FOOD: Bubbas Coffee $ Located across from Echo Beach Hostel menu has multiple organic and vegetarian choices. Best for coffee, eggs benedict, and a variety of fresh juices. Indigo $$ Located across from Phantip Market Menu is best for vegan and vegetarian options. Try the smoothie bowl or the mushroom croissant omelet. Phangan Food Court $ Located on the main road about 200 meters from Bodega Beach Hostel. 50+ food vendors giving everyone the choice for food, starting at just 60 Baht a meal! STAY: Bodega Beach Hostel $$ A party hostel with two locations, one with a pool and one with a beach. Great atmosphere and beds start at $5 a night in the dorms. Echo Beach Hostel $ Beach front hostel with great food and good staff. Best location in the city, rooms are slightly cheaper. The Pier $ Bungalow rooms starting at just $10 a night with a hammock. Amazing view and great location. B52 Resort $$$ Private corner beach rooms with a private beach and hammock starting at $40 a night. One of the best beach front rooms on the island. #passionpassport #gooutside #beachlife

located in the quaint island of koh phangan is island life bungalow. this lovely hotel provides accommodation on the beach, with the sea on your doorstep. If swimming in the sea isn’t your thing, there is a swimming pool where you can chill and enjoy a nice chilled drink. There is also a restaurant and lovely bar, next to the pool, on this hotels site. Everyone here was very accommodating and friendly. they did their upmost to make our stay extra special. The price is very reasonable, for the sea view room it’s about 20USD a night. Highly recommend to everyone to stay in this hotel. the address is as follows: 100/3 Moo 1, 84280, Ko Phangan #staycation #gooutside #infinitypool #mountainview

French style restaurant, nice atmosphere, delicious food, named Alcove, located on the beach, come and watch the sunset, very beautiful #recommend delicious restaurant

Getting There - Bottle beach is located in Koh Phangan, Thailand. You can reach there by scooters but you need to park scooter at parking place which Bottle beach hotel provide. Then you need to hike for 20-30 minutes to the viewpoint. I recommend you need to have good skill and driving and careful. Attractions - If you’re sunrise person , I recommend you to get to the peak before 6 am. otherwise you’ll be able to miss the sunrise. For sunset, you need to get to the top by 5.30 pm. so you can have some time to enjoy panoramic ocean view which is so calm and peaceful. Note: you need to come back before 6.30 pm. because during the walk back it’s jungle and dark. Hotels - There’s only one place by the beach : Bottle Beach Bungalow Food & Restaurants - you need to prepare some water and snacks by yourself. #hiking #beachlife#islandlife #oceanview

Address: 2 Sanam Chai Rd, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand Wat Pho, also known as the Temple of Reclining Buddha, is one of the must-visit temples in Thailand. Do note that the temple is currently undergoing some renovations, but you can still visit the temple, and also go inside to have a view of the 46m long sleeping Buddha. Shoes will have to be removed before one can go in the temple with the sleeping Buddha. The whole place is actually quite big and there's a lot of other buildings at Wat Pho to explore. Do note that there is an entry fee of 200baht for foreign visitors. After the visit, I will also recommend for you to board the local ferry nearby of which it brings you across the Chao Praya River to Wat Arun. Beautiful & peaceful place, & not a lot of visitors when I'm there. Overall a nice visit. #createwithtrip #bangkok #culturaltrip

📍 Secret Beach, Koh Phangan 🌴 The entrance is very difficult. Ride a motorcycle down the hill and walk a little bit. When I got there, I was amazed. 🌊 Peaceful, quiet, quite a lot of tourists, but quiet because foreigners will rest and sunbathe without making noise. I like it very much. Very slow life. ✨ The weather is good too. It's a great feeling. 🚙 Transportation: There is a songthaew service. 🛵 Rent a motorcycle to ride. It's not too far. #Sea trip #Koh Phangan #Surat Thani #Southern team #The body needs the sea #Southern sea #Go to an island #Phangan #Go to the sea #Photographer #Our hearts are at the sea #Sea trip

📍Haad Rin is a very famous beach for organizing the Full Moon Party. 🌊 However, Gammy is not a party person, so she came to admire the beauty of the sea and the tranquility here. There are many restaurants, spas, and bars on the beach. 🌴 There are also jet ski activities, which are very interesting. ☁️ If you are a chill person, you can come and sunbathe, sit and listen to relaxing music, and relax in a different way. 🌟 It is very beautiful, but the way to get there is very brutal, with many curves. #SeaTrip #SeaTrip #KohPhangan #SuratThani #SouthernTeam #TheBodyNeedsTheSea #SouthernSea #GoToTheIsland #Phangan #GoToTheSea #Photography #OurHeartsAreInTheSea #HaadRin

Wat Pho is one of the many Buddhist temples in Bangkok, Thailand that is also popular among tourists. Awesome architecture and art! Perfect place for photography enthusiasts. Another attraction inside this temple complex is The Reclining Buddha. Aside from wearing proper attire, you have to remove your footwear. They provide plastic bags for that but I strongly suggest you bring your own bag. Also, be ready before entering the temple where the reclining buddha is… For me, one of my unforgettable moments here is being hit by a variety of smell upon entering that building!!!! 😂😂😂 Not good for those who have a very strong sense of smell. Fun fact: This temple is the birthplace of traditional Thai massage!!!! (source: wikipedia) #prepandemic #temple #buddha #recliningbuddha #touristattraction #bangkok #thailand #thailandtravels

#Take you to an island Today, we will take you on a nature trip to Koh Phangan, which is famous for the power of crystals, natural healing for good physical and mental health amidst a slow-life lifestyle. Let's see what interesting places to visit and eat there are. 1. Magic stones, a stone shop in the hippie district of Srithanu, sells crystals, jewelry, and various gems, both in the form of real stones and accessories, necklaces, earrings, which will help boost your life. There are also many hippie clothes with bright patterns to choose from. 2. Refilling, a refillable grocery store that is environmentally friendly. The cool thing is that you have to bring your own containers from home instead of buying new ones, whether they be bags or bottles. They have coconut oil, soap, detergent, and dishwashing liquid, which they buy from organic farming groups on Koh Phangan, hoping to help reduce waste, especially plastic. 3. Mama Koi's shack This shop is a roadside shack owned by a Thai person named Koi. They have very delicious healthy drinks, especially coconut yogurt with fruit, as well as ice cream. Everything is homemade, delicious, and healthy. 4. Secret beach The name of this beach already indicates its tranquility. Suitable for families or couples who want to relax, be with the waves, the water and the clear sky. It is one of the islands with a very beautiful view. 5. Fisherman's Restaurant and Bar, a restaurant near Baan Tai Beach, has a variety of seafood menus, both Western, Asian and Thai. We would like to rank it as our best restaurant on this trip. Whether it's oysters or fish, everything is fresh and cooked with a rich sauce. Some recipes are the chef's own recipes. Eat and you'll be so satisfied.

The newest cafe on Koh Phangan, Indigo Specialty Coffee & Bakery, the second branch in Thong Sala, after the great success of the first branch in Hin Kong. The owner is an Israeli with a Thai wife. The decoration is in a tropical style, mainly indigo blue. Most of the customers here are foreigners because there are many breads and bakery to choose from. The taste is very delicious. We tried the Canele, a croissant with a buttery aroma and meringue that is not too sweet. Eat it with hot cappuccino. But if anyone wants a healthy breakfast, they also have a vegan menu. Open 07.00-21.00 #beautifulcafetellothers

it’s stunning sunset 🌅 in Thailand.

Koh Phangan's Haad Mae Haad Beach is located on the island's far northwestern tip. Because of its proximity to Koh Ma Island, it is arguably one of Koh Phangan's most well-known beaches. The beach is expansive, with numerous massage booths and motels lining the shoreline. There are beach swings, hammocks, and all the other typical paradise hangouts seen in Thailand. The opportunity to stroll over to Koh Ma Island at low tide is one of the key attractions and a reason many people visit Haad Mae Haad. We arrived around midday and followed the golden trail all the way up to the massive green island. #christmasgiveaway #christmaslights #skiing #nationalpark On Koh Phangan, Koh Ma has become a popular photo location. It's a location that appears on many postcards and tourist information centers across the country.

One of Thailand's Most Beautiful Beach is located on the island of Koh Phangan. If you're searching for peace, relaxation, romance, isolation, and an unspoilt environment on your next vacation, Bottle Beach is the place to go. Bottle Beach is located on the north side of Koh Phangan and is accessible through a short boat journey from Chaloklum or if you’re up to for some adventure a fascinating jungle/mountain ride from the island's west side is for you. #choicehomestay#hiking#bestislandtraveltowns#naturalwonders#seasidephotoguide#summervacation#beachvacation#urbanexplorer

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"Showtime" is all about the sunsets here on Koh Phangan.