Famous Thai Islands

Best known for its nightlife and vibrant atmosphere, this sprawling metropolis boasts ancient temples, museums, and cultural venues.

Housing a 46m statue of the Reclining Buddha, the oldest temple in Bangkok also boasts Thailand's largest collation of Buddha images.

Home to the sacred Emerald Buddha, this 18C temple complex features exquisite architectural markers and several remarkable monuments.

Wander through streets lined with food carts, small shops, cafes, and cultural marks, taking in the incessant bustle of the center.

Comprised of several reconstructed traditional Thai houses, this museum exhibits an impressive collection of Southeast-Asian art.

The second capital of the historic Kingdom of Siam retains some of its well-preserved ancient temples, royal buildings, and palaces.

This impressive outdoor museum replicates significant buildings, temples, and cultural monuments from throughout Thailand's history,

This lavish royal complex dates to the 18C, boasting many historic structures, lush gardens, and a rich cultural museum.

A significant Buddhist temple boasting an elaborate Khmer-style spire, rich ornamental details, and fine traditional architecture.

With 28 elaborate pagodas, traditional architecture, and fine sculptures, this 19C temple offers a great glimpse into Thai Buddhism.

Home to the current monarch, this district is the heart of royal Bangkok and is full of palaces, historic buildings, and museums.

A city rich in culture and many fun activities, Pattaya boasts beaches, aquaparks, shrines, nightlife, and access to nearby islands.

A small town with an array of attractions, from rich surrounding nature to ancient temples and elaborate palaces, to lively markets.

Studded with colorful signs and lined with eateries and shops, this bustling district offers a culinary and cultural adventure.

Boasting exquisite architecture, this 19C temple boasts fine statues and pagodas studded with elaborate decorative elements.

Dating to the 14C, this temple is home to a remarkable pure-gold statue of Buddha hidden beneath a layer of plaster for 200 years.

Located on a hill and offering great views over Bangkok, this ancient temple boasts a golden 58m spire and is dotted with sculptures.

Favored mostly by locals, this 2.5km beach offers wonderful seafood, calm water perfect for swimming, fine sand, and lovely strolls.

Popular with weekenders, this beautiful island offers great cuisine, lush beaches, vibrant nightlife, and beautiful nature.

Formerly a royal dwelling, Southeast Asia's largest museum hosts extensive collections of archaeology, ethnography, art, and history.

Consisting of several traditional buildings, this museum exhibits Thai antiques and artworks, as well as 4,000-years-old ceramics.

Escape the bustle for this lovely public park where you can relax by the artificial lake, jog, bike, or simply enjoy the greenery.

A rich museum exhibiting the royal barges with their elaborate figureheads, each boasting a wealth of ornate elements.

A vibrant town with a turbulent WWII history, Kanchanaburi offers easy access to nearby natural attractions and national parks.

A gorgeous marine national park encompassing the Ko Smet archipelago, offering beaches, stunning scenery, and rich marine life.

Explore this lovely district and discover a quaint village-like life with floating markets, winding canals, and stilt houses.

Lavishly ornate, this shrine hosts a statue of a significant Hindu deity, and is the site of occasional Thai dance performances.

Adjacent to a research and vaccination institute, the snake farm offers its visitors daily shows of snake handling and venom milking.

Comprised of both marine and safari parts, this wonderful zoo houses many mammal and aquatic species, and offers fun daily shows.

This transportation hub boasts a town-like feel despite its city status, offering a few temples, a beach, and great seafood.

Thailand's very first national park is home to diverse animal species, 50km of hiking trails, waterfalls, and fun water activities.

A regional center, this seaside resort town is well known for its beaches, array of watersports, and nice architectural relics.

Wander through the lively streets steeped with seaside a,biance, enjoy local food, or spend your time on one of the lovely beaches.

A long stretch of white sand and clear blue water awaits you on this popular beach, full of local vendors and revelers from Bangkok.

Lined with stalls full of fruits, vegetables, and fresh produce, this buzzing markets offers a glimpse into Thai daily life.

Perhaps the best spot for souvenir-hunting, this weekend open-air market hosts local artists and stylists offering unique handicraft.

If you wish to volunteer to work with and learn more about elephants, this superb rescue center is your next destination.

While officially a marine park boasting islands and ponds, this national park also features 300 hills and a breathtaking temple cave.

With a wealth of facilities, fun slides and pools, as well as an man-made tropical jungle, this aquapark is one of the region's best.

This gorgeous bay hedged with wooded limestone outcrops boasts a marvelous sandy beach, popular with foreigners and locals alike.

Take the opportunity to watch Thailand's largest herd of elephants in their natural habitat as you hike through this national park.

A temple complex dedicated to the famed Buddhist monk, Luang Phor Thuad, boasting a 12m image of him, a lake, and a lovely park.

Take a tour of this lush vineyard located among gorgeous natural scenery, learn about local wine, and sample fine regional cuisine.

Famed for its monthly Full Moon Party, this picturesque island offers peace, lush scenery, beaches, and sun the rest of the month.

Located in a beautiful cove, this paradisiacal beach is perfect for swimming year-round, featuring several nice pubs and eateries.

Flanked by mountains, this lovely northern beach is difficult to access but compensates for it with its beauty and tranquility.

Spend the day lazing about in a hammock, swimming in the crystal clear water, or exploring the breathtaking nature of the island.

The locale of the infamous Full Moon Party, this lush peninsula beach boasts a wide strip of white sand and buzzing nightlife.

Encompassing 42 islands, lush marine life, and spectacular landscape, this national park is one of Thailand's finest.

This popular coastal village offers fine sandy strip, aquamarine waters, an array of local restaurants, and a vibrant nightlife.

This national park spans the primeval forests lining the Khanom coast, as well as its beaches and the Thale Tai archipelago.

Set on a small island off the shores of Ko Samui, this temple features a 12m Buddha, symbolic architecture, and fine decorations.

A popular island with fantastic scuba-diving opportunities, a beautiful beach, great food, and an easy island atmosphere.

Set mostly on the Pha Ngan Island, this national park features waterfalls, rock pools, streams, beaches, and lush primal forest.

The second-largest island in Thailand, Ko Samui boasts opulent marine life perfect for snorkeling, great hiking, and lovely beaches.

Visit on Friday evening and you will find a buzzing night market. Every other day traditional restaurants and fun shops await you.

A marriage of opposites, this island offers luxurious resorts alongside wild beach alcoves, superb food, lively nightlife, and spas.

Secluded and with a wonderful laid-back atmosphere, this gorgeous beach is a backpacker heaven with its golden sand and clear water.

Promising thrills for all ages, this great waterpark offers giant slides, pools, mini-golf, go-karts, trampoline, and oodles of fun.

Encompassing 42 islands, lush marine life, and spectacular landscape, this national park is one of Thailand's finest.

This national park spans the primeval forests lining the Khanom coast, as well as its beaches and the Thale Tai archipelago.

This modern temple complex features sculptures depicting Buddhist deities, including two 30m statues of Buddha and Guanyin.

This 250m sandy beach strip offers beautiful water, great scenery, and snorkeling opportunity, as well as many cafes lining its edge.

This popular coastal village offers fine sandy strip, aquamarine waters, an array of local restaurants, and a vibrant nightlife.

Set on a small island off the shores of Ko Samui, this temple features a 12m Buddha, symbolic architecture, and fine decorations.

A popular island with fantastic scuba-diving opportunities, a beautiful beach, great food, and an easy island atmosphere.

Set mostly on the Pha Ngan Island, this national park features waterfalls, rock pools, streams, beaches, and lush primal forest.

Your gateway to a wealth of spectacular national parks, this town also boasts beaches, access to nearby islands, and great food.

Retaining their small-town charm, these central streets are full of bustling markets, colorful guesthouses, and a unique atmosphere.

From dramatic scenery, to crystal water, fine sand, and island excursions heading out, this beach is one of the best in the area.

Hire a boat to reach this paradisaical beach, explore its karst-hedged lagoons, and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere ruling the shore.

Popular with local and international travelers, this island offers spectacular beaches, crystal clear waters, and pristine nature.

Boasting spectacular natural beauty, this popular island offers serene beaches, opulent marine life, and authentic cuisine.

Brave the steep stairway and you'll find a remarkable Buddhist temple with fine statues, spectacular views, and impressive caves

This popular town boasts breathtaking scenery and lovely beaches, access to nearby islands, a pleasant bustle, and a nice atmosphere.

Thailand's largest island offers a wealth of picturesque beaches, dramatic karst scenery, and delicious local cuisine.

Bustling market, streets overflowing with vendors, and a wealth of food stalls await you on your walk through the town center.

Stretching for 6km, this quiet beach is lined with resorts, offering gorgeous scenery and many water sports to its visitors.

Fringed with lush wild nature, this small beach is best visited off-season for its beautiful landscape and peaceful atmosphere.

Boasting crystal clear water, this white sandy beach occupies a quiet bay and offers great restaurants and lively nightlife.

Popular with local and international travelers, this island offers spectacular beaches, crystal clear waters, and pristine nature.

Climb up to the peak, spread a blanket, and await the amazing views and colors as the sun sets on the horizon.

Lush and gorgeous, this beach is well known to domestic and international visitors for its crystal clear water and white sand.

This marble giant is 45m high, and from its hilltop perch offers spectacular views of the entire island with its bays and towns.

Boasting spectacular natural beauty, this popular island offers serene beaches, opulent marine life, and authentic cuisine.

This national park is famous for its dramatic scenery, boasting karst towers rising from aquamarine waters and beautiful beaches.

This small scenic town is in fact a cluster of villages, boasting almost bucolic ambiance, nice beaches, and lush surrounding nature.

Hike towards the rushing waterfalls, explore the forests, or simply stroll along the quiet beaches of this diverse national park.

With an extensive coastal stretch, fine beaches, and corals, this national park is best known as the site of egg-laying for turtles.