Places of Interest in Muang District
View Point From this point can be seen the bays Kata Noi, Kata, Karon, and also Koh Poo Island. It is one of the island's best views. A large public sala, or shelter is there for visitors, and several vendors sell food, drinks, and souvenirs in the area when the weather is nice. The Viewpoint is between Kata and Nai Harn.
Kata Beach The smallest of Phuket's three main tourist beaches, Kata is different in appearance and and style from Karon or Patong. The beach itself is broad and curving, and structures bordering it are low-rise. The water are perfect for swimming, and at the north end is a coral reef with many varied corals and fishes which stretches out toward Koh Poo Island, about 0.5 km. off shore. Facilities, for every price range, include hotels, bunglows, tour companies, restaurants, bars and clubs. Regular bus service to and from Phuket Town during daytime.Kata Noi Beach South of Kata is Kata Noi, a smaller beach with only a few hotels and little other delevelopment. The beach is superb. Many fish inhabit the rocks and corals along the beachless shoreline stretching south. To get there take the narrow beach road up over the hill from Kata.
Karon Beach The second largest of Phuket's principal tourist beaches. large resort complexes line the road back of the beach, but the strand itself, long and broad, has no development. The sand is very white, and squeaks audibly when walked on. The southern point has a fine coral reef stretching toward Kata and Poo Island. Restaurants, bars, tour companies, and other non-hotel businesses are at the north end, near the traffic circle, and at the south, on the little road connecting the back road with the beach road.
Nai Harn Beach A popular swimming beach and yacht anchorage during the dru season. The beach fine, but big waves strike it during the wet season, making swimming dangerous. Nai Harn is just north of Prom Thep cape.
Mai Ton Island This tiny island off Phuket's southeast coast is highly prized for its still perfect natural environment, including fine white beaches and crystal waters;ideal for swimming, diving, or fishing. The only business of any kind is the plush Maiton Island Resort. Those not wishing to stay overnight may take a daytime excursion leaving from Ao Makam Deep Sea Port.Tapao Yai Island 10 minutes form Phuket by ferry from Ap Makam on Phuket's southeast coast. The island is home to the Bucerotes hornbill.
Lohn Island This large, mountainous island is only 20 minutes by regular passenger boat from Chalong Bay, in the south of Phuket. The mainly Muslim inhabitants engage in fishing, rubber and coconut planting. There is a long stretch of beach on the northeast coast. Boat to Lohn Island leave daily in the early morning from Chalong Pier.
Coral Island or Hey Island This island of Phuket's south coast is so well known for its coral reef that it is often referred to simply as Coral Island. in addition to the splendid reefs there are two fine beaches on the north and west. Hey island is part of a marine preserve, but accommodations, restaurant, various watersports, and diving are all available. Boats leave from Rawai beach and Chalong bay. There are also package tours available.