THE BEST Sights and Attractions in Koh Samui

🏛️ Sights and Attractions in Koh Samui

• Big Buddha Temple — A 12-metre golden Buddha statue that marks the northern approach to the island and offers sea views.
• Na Muang Waterfall — A pair of jungle waterfalls with natural pools, the higher of which rewards a short jungle hike.
• Fisherman’s Village — A charming old fishing village on Bophut Beach with Friday night markets and beachfront restaurants.
• Hin Ta Hin Yai Rocks — Famous rock formations on Lamai Beach shaped like male and female genitalia.
• Wat Plai Laem — A colourful lakeside temple with an 18-arm Guanyin statue and ornate statues.
• Laem Sor Pagoda — A golden chedi on a rocky headland in the south, surrounded by the sea at high tide.
• Mummified Monk at Wat Khunaram — A glass case containing the mummified body of a revered Buddhist monk.
• Secret Buddha Garden — A magical jungle garden filled with stone statues, streams and panoramic valley views.
• Ang Thong National Marine Park — An archipelago of 42 islands with emerald lagoons, hidden lakes and snorkelling.
• Chaweng Lake — A small lake in the centre of Chaweng with walking paths and local restaurants.
• Lamai Temple — A hillside temple near Lamai Beach with city and sea views.
• Wat Samret — A quiet temple in the south of Samui with ancient Buddha statues and forest surroundings.
• Samui Butterfly Garden — A tropical garden with butterflies, insects and a small observation deck.
• Coco Splash Adventure — A family water park near Lamai with slides and pools.
• Paradise Park Farm — A hilltop animal park and viewpoint with panoramic island views.
• Taling Ngam — A quiet southwest coast area with untouched beaches and traditional fishing villages.
• Bophut Hills — Hills behind Bophut with viewpoints over the coast and Fisherman’s Village.
• Jungle Club Viewpoint — A steep hilltop restaurant and viewpoint looking over Chaweng and the east coast.