Guidebook for Ko Samui
Sightseeing
Big Buddha is a very iconic tourist spot in Samui, take a ride up there before sunset to get the best views and do a little shopping. Some great sunset spots you can find with newly opened restaurants just before you reach the Buddha.
344 locals recommend
Big Buddha
Wat phra yaiBig Buddha is a very iconic tourist spot in Samui, take a ride up there before sunset to get the best views and do a little shopping. Some great sunset spots you can find with newly opened restaurants just before you reach the Buddha.
BEST!!! Viewpoint on the island you dont want to miss, great selection of food, drinks and good service. Up a steep hill so not all taxis will take you there but if you specify 4x4 truck it wont be an issue or simply call the restaurant to pick you up from the bottom of the hill.
139 locals recommend
Jungle Club
11 หมู่ที่ 3 ตําบลBEST!!! Viewpoint on the island you dont want to miss, great selection of food, drinks and good service. Up a steep hill so not all taxis will take you there but if you specify 4x4 truck it wont be an issue or simply call the restaurant to pick you up from the bottom of the hill.
Great views from the clubhouse to take in while enjoying a cold fresh coconut.
53 locals recommend
Santiburi Golf Course
Highway 4169Great views from the clubhouse to take in while enjoying a cold fresh coconut.
Shopping
Outdoor shopping mall by the beach, what more can you ask for. Great for souvenirs and lots of great restaurants. Check in out on Thursdays for the night market, so many handcrafted thai items and all must haves, bikinis, electronics, t-shirts etc.
96 locals recommend
The Wharf Samui
62 Moo 1Outdoor shopping mall by the beach, what more can you ask for. Great for souvenirs and lots of great restaurants. Check in out on Thursdays for the night market, so many handcrafted thai items and all must haves, bikinis, electronics, t-shirts etc.
Anything you want you can find at Central Festival Mall - restaurants, grocery store, electronics, clothing, live outdoor music and more
424 locals recommend
Central Festival Samui
209/1-2 หมู่ที่ 2 ตำบล บ่อผุดAnything you want you can find at Central Festival Mall - restaurants, grocery store, electronics, clothing, live outdoor music and more
Drinks & Nightlife
If you are looking for some entertainment and music, Ark Bar is a place to try once. Lots of young people, enjoying some drinks and live fire shows on the beach. You can also play pool and grab a bar snack.
175 locals recommend
ARKbar beach resort
89 หมู่ที่ 2 ตำบล บ่อผุดIf you are looking for some entertainment and music, Ark Bar is a place to try once. Lots of young people, enjoying some drinks and live fire shows on the beach. You can also play pool and grab a bar snack.
Beach bar with stand up paddle board rental. Sit on bean bags, enjoy a variety of cocktails and rent a SUP - Stand up paddle board for yourself or the whole family to enjoy!
Mini Bar
Beach bar with stand up paddle board rental. Sit on bean bags, enjoy a variety of cocktails and rent a SUP - Stand up paddle board for yourself or the whole family to enjoy!
Beach restaurant, has a theme night each night with buffet and live music check out their dinner menu http://secretgardensamui.com/asset/pdf/dinner.pdf
50 locals recommend
Secret Garden
Beach restaurant, has a theme night each night with buffet and live music check out their dinner menu http://secretgardensamui.com/asset/pdf/dinner.pdf
Essentials
There is a big local market and a 7 Eleven at the ring road, where you can purchase all your veggies, fruit, drinks and any other essentials.
74 locals recommend
7-Eleven
There is a big local market and a 7 Eleven at the ring road, where you can purchase all your veggies, fruit, drinks and any other essentials.
Entertainment & Activities
Movies on the beach, at the W Resort....you heard it right! Treat yourself for a sunset drink at the W, its a #1 must do in Samui and in the evening at about 8pm on Monday nights head to the beach for a movie. Check their FB page for details
7 locals recommend
W Retreat Koh Samui Hotel
Movies on the beach, at the W Resort....you heard it right! Treat yourself for a sunset drink at the W, its a #1 must do in Samui and in the evening at about 8pm on Monday nights head to the beach for a movie. Check their FB page for details
Great for the little ones, to see reptiles and other animals. Interactive shows
29 locals recommend
the Samui Crocodile Farm
Great for the little ones, to see reptiles and other animals. Interactive shows
Food Scene
Lomprayah Pier has a variety of restaurants ranging from american and thai food. Tourist spots, massage places and bike rentals. Also knows for its pier to catch a boat over to Koh Tao and Koh Phangan.
24 locals recommend
Lomprayah Samui Maenam (Pralan Pier)
Lomprayah Pier has a variety of restaurants ranging from american and thai food. Tourist spots, massage places and bike rentals. Also knows for its pier to catch a boat over to Koh Tao and Koh Phangan.
Maenam walking street has a great selection of food near by ranging from sushi, italian, american and thai food.
29 locals recommend
Mae Nam
Maenam walking street has a great selection of food near by ranging from sushi, italian, american and thai food.
The Cliff is knows for its breathtaking views, if you fancy a nice dinner, romantic spot this is the place to check out.
65 locals recommend
The Cliff Bar & Grill
The Cliff is knows for its breathtaking views, if you fancy a nice dinner, romantic spot this is the place to check out.
Best green smoothies on the island, perfect place for family with kids to enjoy great food & directly on the beach. Not to be missed.
26 locals recommend
Treehouse Silent Beach Koh Samui
Soi RainbowBest green smoothies on the island, perfect place for family with kids to enjoy great food & directly on the beach. Not to be missed.
Classic Thai cuisine with beautiful presentation and perfect for Sunset lovers, also live music at night
25 locals recommend
THE MUD
Classic Thai cuisine with beautiful presentation and perfect for Sunset lovers, also live music at night
Parks & Nature
Secret beach spot, rustic beach bar offers ice cold beers, amazing selection of exotic cocktails as well as thai and american food. Great spot for fishing and a beautiful quiet beach.
Black Rose Cafe
Secret beach spot, rustic beach bar offers ice cold beers, amazing selection of exotic cocktails as well as thai and american food. Great spot for fishing and a beautiful quiet beach.