Rows of white sun loungers and striped parasols on a sandy beach facing calm turquoise water under a cloudy blue sky.

Karon Beach

Phuket, Thailand

About this place

Karon Beach in Phuket, Thailand is a stunning 3-kilometer stretch of white sand and crystal-clear turquoise waters, making it one of the island's most beautiful and less crowded beaches. The beach offers spectacular sunset views and is lined with restaurants, shops, and accommodations, while remaining more laid-back and family-friendly than the busier Patong Beach area nearby.

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Coordinates: 7.8439° N · 98.2936° E

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