Top Places to Visit in Koh Samui
Koh Samui blends easy beach living with just enough infrastructure to feel effortless - direct flights, good roads and resorts for every budget. Chaweng Beach is the island's liveliest stretch, while the golden Big Buddha temple is a short trip from almost anywhere on the island. Boat trips out to Ang Thong Marine Park reveal a scatter of untouched limestone islands just offshore. It's a relaxed, well-connected island for travelers who want their beach holiday simple.
Chaweng Beach
Koh Samui's longest and liveliest beach, lined with resorts, bars and water sports.
Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai)
A 12-metre golden Buddha statue overlooking the sea, one of Samui's most recognisable landmarks.
Ang Thong Marine Park
A boat trip to 42 untouched limestone islands, ideal for kayaking, snorkeling and viewpoint hikes.