Karon Town sits behind a 3 km beach on Phuket's west coast, south of Patong and north of Kata.
It is less crowded than its neighbours, so it suits visitors who want a calm and peaceful holiday, with plenty of attractions and activities nearby.
About Karon Town
Karon Town is small but lively, with restaurants, markets, a beautiful temple and a busy nightlife, yet it remains one of the more relaxed places to stay in Phuket.
Explore The Karon Temple
As you walk along the streets of Karon Town you will come across Karon Temple, a traditional Buddhist temple and a photogenic piece of architecture. Dress modestly when you visit. It regularly hosts the Karon Temple Market in its grounds, where you can buy souvenirs, eat giant water bugs and try Thai street food.
Tour The Karon Beach
Karon is a beach town, home to Karon Beach, one of Phuket's popular holiday destinations. The beach is wide and long, so it rarely feels crowded. In the dry season the sea is usually calm and clear, with beautiful sunset views, but rip currents are dangerous during the May–October monsoon, so always obey the red flags. A wide bicycle and pedestrian path runs the length of the beach, where you can enjoy the sea view as you cycle or walk. At the southern end of the beach a coral reef stretches towards Kata Island. Karon Beach also offers water sports such as snorkelling, paddle boarding, kayaking and parasailing.
Along the southern part of the beach and on the opposite side of the road are large resorts with restaurants and much of Karon Town's nightlife.
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Nong Harn Lake
This lake in the Karon Beach area has a jogging and cycling path. There are several seafood restaurants along the lake serving fresh seafood, and a number of spas offering massages.