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Surat Thani

Surat Thani, meaning 'City of Good People,' is a gateway to Thailand's southern islands, including the famed Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, and Koh Tao. Beyond its role as a transport hub, the province boasts ancient temples, lush national parks like Khao Sok, and unique cultural experiences.

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Language
Thai
Population
Approximately 1.1 million
Currency
Thai Baht (THB)
Timezone
Indochina Time (ICT) - UTC+7
Best season
December to March (dry season, cooler temperatures) for island hopping and outdoor activities.
Est. daily cost
$60 - $100
Climate

Weather & seasons

Climate

Tropical monsoon climate with high temperatures and humidity year-round. It experiences distinct wet and dry seasons.

Best seasons: December to March (dry season, cooler temperatures) for island hopping and outdoor activities.

Right now
25°C
Partly sunny
Humidity 88%
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Top attractions

Headwater forest, Ban Nam Rad

Headwater forest, Ban Nam Rad

4.4(4,473 reviews)

Boating & swimming in clear, natural pools surrounded by tropical foliage & twisting vines.

บ้านน้ำราด Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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Samnaksong Tham Wang Badan

Samnaksong Tham Wang Badan

4.7(223 reviews)
WX52+8FF, Ban Tham Niap, Khiri Rat Nikhom District, Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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Than Thong Waterfall

Than Thong Waterfall

4.1(142 reviews)
RXPM+P49, Ban Tham Niap, Khiri Rat Nikhom District, Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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ฟาร์มบายใจ บ้านน้ำราด

ฟาร์มบายใจ บ้านน้ำราด

5.0(3 reviews)
บ้านน้ำราด Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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ATVป่าต้นน้ำสุราษฎร์ธานี

ATVป่าต้นน้ำสุราษฎร์ธานี

5.0(38 reviews)
ATVป่าต้นน้ำสุราษฎร์ธานี Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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แยกกาดดิด

W237+956, Ban Tham Niap, Khiri Rat Nikhom District, Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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สนามATVดอกไม้ริมทาง@ป่าต้นน้ำบ้านน้ำราด

5.0(2 reviews)
241 2 Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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ATVป่าต้นน้ำลานกางเต้นท์เสวนาแค้ม

ATVป่าต้นน้ำลานกางเต้นท์เสวนาแค้ม

5.0(2 reviews)
14 5 Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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สวน อ บ ต ต้ำ(ป่ากัน)

สวน อ บ ต ต้ำ(ป่ากัน)

R3H3+2R, Tapan, Phunphin District, Surat Thani 84130, Thailand
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Stay

Where to sleep

Ban Keang Klong

Ban Keang Klong

4.1(138 reviews)
289 Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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OngSa Resort

OngSa Resort

4.9(76 reviews)
288 Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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ทำเนียบบ้านพัก

ทำเนียบบ้านพัก

3.9(83 reviews)
167, Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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Shong Hai Resort ช่องฮายรีสอร์ท

Shong Hai Resort ช่องฮายรีสอร์ท

3.9(37 reviews)
Ban Tham Niap, Khiri Rat Nikhom District, Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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บ้านตาพรโฮมสเตย์ ป่าต้นน้ำบ้านน้ำราด

บ้านตาพรโฮมสเตย์ ป่าต้นน้ำบ้านน้ำราด

4.6(20 reviews)
41, Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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Banrak Resort

Banrak Resort

4.2(48 reviews)
X245+8JC, Ban Tham Niap, Khiri Rat Nikhom District, Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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วังขนานโฮมสเตย์ & คอฟฟี่

วังขนานโฮมสเตย์ & คอฟฟี่

4.6(21 reviews)
VXGQ+C5Q Unnamed Road Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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บ้านสวนวังบาดาล โฮมสเตย์

บ้านสวนวังบาดาล โฮมสเตย์

4.3(11 reviews)
2 8, Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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บ้านคุณลุง(ห้องเช่ารายเดือน)

บ้านคุณลุง(ห้องเช่ารายเดือน)

Ban Tham Niap, Khiri Rat Nikhom District, Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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Phupha Resort

Phupha Resort

5.0(2 reviews)
401 401 Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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Best Western Samui Bayview Resort & Spa

Relaxed lodging with free WiFi, a pool & game room, plus a restaurant for international & Thai fare.

Ban Tham Niap, Khiri Rat Nikhom District, Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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โรงแรมม่านฟ้า

VXJR+R8M, Ban Tham Niap, Khiri Rat Nikhom District, Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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Five star

Best luxury hotels

Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui

Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui

4.8(1,031 reviews)

Chic villas with private infinity pools in a luxe resort along a private beach, plus a spa & dining.

219, Moo 5, Tambon Mae Nam, Angthong, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84140, Thailand
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Sky View Resort & Spa

Sky View Resort & Spa

4.5(66 reviews)
47/9 ซอยช่องลา ม.2 Tambon Wat Pradu, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Smart value

Best budget stays

Sleepbox Hostel Surat Thani

Sleepbox Hostel Surat Thani

3.3(225 reviews)

Trendy budget hostel with industrial-style dorms & rooms, plus a rooftop terrace & a funky cafe.

37 Tambon Bang Bai Mai, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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My Place @ Surat Thani

My Place @ Surat Thani

4.0(772 reviews)

Straightforward budget property offering laid-back rooms with minibars & complimentary Wi-Fi.

T, 247/5 Namueang Rd, Tambon Talat, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Green Home Resort

Green Home Resort

3.7(156 reviews)
99/642 Kanchanavithi Road, Bangkung, ตำบลบางกุ้ง อำเภอเมืองสุราษฎร์ธานี สุราษฎร์ธานี 84000, Thailand
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Ruean Thai Nai Bang by PANSAK Resort

Ruean Thai Nai Bang by PANSAK Resort

4.3(204 reviews)
48X2+4C3, Bang Bai Mai, Mueang Surat Thani District, Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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มดแดงเนสท์

มดแดงเนสท์

4.7(6 reviews)
143 305 Soi 19 Tambon Makham Tia, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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The Port Hostel

The Port Hostel

4.3(229 reviews)

Low-key hostel with functional dorms & private rooms, plus a rooftop deck featuring river views.

เลข ที่ 4 ถ ปรีดา ราษฎร์ ต ตลาด อ เมือง, ตลาด, เมือง, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84000, Thailand
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B Boutique Residence

B Boutique Residence

4.4(459 reviews)
234/40 ซ 36 ถ Thanon Chonkasem, Tambon Makham Tia, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Baannokhook Home&Cafe

Baannokhook Home&Cafe

4.4(322 reviews)
272 ตลาด 1 Thanon Chonkasem, Tambon Talat, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Boundary Hostel and Cafe

Boundary Hostel and Cafe

4.1(79 reviews)
628 ตลาด 25 Namueang Rd, Tambon Talat, เมือง Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Taste

Where to eat

ลาบยโส กม.44

ลาบยโส กม.44

4.5(23 reviews)
WXVW+W5W, Ban Tham Niap, Khiri Rat Nikhom District, Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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kung Seafood

Ban Tham Niap, Khiri Rat Nikhom District, Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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บ้านสวนคุณณัฐ

บ้านสวนคุณณัฐ

5.0(1 reviews)
23 ม.3 บ้านทำเนียบ Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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ร้านค้าป้ามาลี/อาหารตามสั่ง

5.0(1 reviews)
74 Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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ขนมจีนแม่ต้อย

4.0(1 reviews)
Unnamed Road W296+8VH, Tambon Tham Singkhon, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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เจ้โบว์ก๋วยเตี๋ยวไก่ตุ้ย

4.0(1 reviews)
Unnamed Road VXXJ+Q6C, Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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ร้านยำพี่รุ่งควนดารา

ร้านยำพี่รุ่งควนดารา

Ban Tham Niap, Khiri Rat Nikhom District, Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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ร้าน เขียวโภชนา

5.0(1 reviews)
65 ตลาดใหม่, Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84130, Thailand
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ป้าแดง สารพัดน้ำพริก

ป้าแดง สารพัดน้ำพริก

3.0(2 reviews)
WX6M+RR9, Ban Tham Niap, Khiri Rat Nikhom District, Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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ร้านอาหารตามสั่งคนใต้

W237+956 ร้านคนใต้สาว Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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ร้านส้มตำคนใต้ by แม่น้องอังเปา

ร้านส้มตำคนใต้ by แม่น้องอังเปา

19 4, Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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ก๋วยเตี๋ยวแชมป์ขุนทะเลซอยพิเศษ

ก๋วยเตี๋ยวแชมป์ขุนทะเลซอยพิเศษ

5.0(1 reviews)
W237+956, Ban Tham Niap, Khiri Rat Nikhom District, Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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Slow mornings

Cafés & coffee

Square

Square

4.9(539 reviews)· inexpensive
339/5 ปาก Thanon Chonkasem, Tambon Talat, เมือง Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Homecoming Cafe Suratthani

Homecoming Cafe Suratthani

4.8(929 reviews)· moderate
220, Tambon Tha Rong Chang, Amphoe Phunphin, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84130, Thailand
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Good Café Suratthani

Good Café Suratthani

4.8(222 reviews)· inexpensive
21/9 ตลาด Tambon Talat, เมือง Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Hobby Coffee Rave

Hobby Coffee Rave

4.9(256 reviews)· inexpensive
221/28 Tambon Makham Tia, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Backyard Cafe X TCT

Backyard Cafe X TCT

4.7(213 reviews)· inexpensive
เลียบแม่น้ำ, Tambon Wat Pradu, เมือง, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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BARISTA HAUS COFFEE

BARISTA HAUS COFFEE

4.7(222 reviews)· inexpensive
บริษัท บาริสต้า เฮาส์ จำกัด 240/102 หมู่ 4 Am Phur Rd, Tambon Makham Tia, อ.เมือง Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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YoNo Home Cafe Bistro

YoNo Home Cafe Bistro

4.8(124 reviews)· inexpensive
เลขที่26 Tambon Ban Tham Niap, Amphoe Khiri Rat Nikhom, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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Renovate Espresso Bar

Renovate Espresso Bar

4.6(834 reviews)· inexpensive
238/24 หมู่1 Sri Kasem Road Yaowarat, Tambon Makham Tia, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Depp & Co.

Depp & Co.

4.9(315 reviews)· inexpensive
88 142, Tambon Wat Pradu, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Sacred

Temples & shrines

Surat Thani City Pillar Shrine

Surat Thani City Pillar Shrine

4.7(1,340 reviews)
48QC+MM6, Talat, Mueang Surat Thani District, Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Khao Na Nai Luang Dharma Park

Khao Na Nai Luang Dharma Park

4.7(2,377 reviews)
QXH4+634, Ton Yuan, Phanom District, Surat Thani 84260, Thailand
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Wat Phra Borommathat Chaiya

Wat Phra Borommathat Chaiya

4.7(3,585 reviews)

Srivijaya-period temple featuring an ornate central stupa & a cloister lined with sitting Buddhas.

95MM+RVQ, Wiang, Chaiya District, Surat Thani 84110, Thailand
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Phra That Srisurat Viewpoint

Phra That Srisurat Viewpoint

4.5(399 reviews)
39X2+VG6, Makham Tia, Mueang Surat Thani District, Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Wat Suan Mokkhaphalaram

Wat Suan Mokkhaphalaram

4.7(2,033 reviews)

Theravada Buddhist monastery in a tranquil forest setting offering meditation retreats.

956C+3GR, Lamet, Chaiya District, Surat Thani 84110, Thailand
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Hindu Temple Surat Thani

Hindu Temple Surat Thani

5.0(8 reviews)
457M+637, Nong Sai, Phunphin District, Surat Thani 84130, Thailand
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Wat Phatthanaram (Wat Luang Pho Phat)

Wat Phatthanaram (Wat Luang Pho Phat)

4.6(639 reviews)
652 Namueang Rd, Tambon Talat, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Wat Thung Siad

Wat Thung Siad

4.6(356 reviews)
วัดทุ่งเซียด เลขที่ 41 หมู่ที่ 1 Tambon Tha Rong Chang, Amphoe Phunphin, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84130, Thailand
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Wat Tham Singkhon

Wat Tham Singkhon

4.6(376 reviews)
22VQ+4VP, Tham Singkhon, Khiri Rat Nikhom District, Surat Thani 84180, Thailand
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Shoreline

Beaches & bays

Bang Po Beach

Bang Po Beach

4.5(451 reviews)

Sandy stretch popular for snorkeling, yoga & sunsets, with bars, seafood eateries & simple lodgings.

HWHP+7Q2, Mae Nam, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84330, Thailand
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Ban Tai Beach

Ban Tai Beach

4.6(1,001 reviews)
HXM9+GRJ, Koh Samui, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84330, Thailand
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Phum Riang Beach

Phum Riang Beach

4.4(171 reviews)
C78V+4RP, Phum Riang, Chaiya District, Surat Thani 84110, Thailand
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Freedom Beach

Freedom Beach

4.2(1,688 reviews)
20 Moo 3, Koh Tao, อำเภอเกาะพะงัน สุราษฎร์ธานี 84280, Thailand
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Nangkham Beach

Nangkham Beach

4.4(167 reviews)
Nangkham Beach, Surat Thani 84220, Thailand
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Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach

Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach

4.7(552 reviews)
Q3C5+2VQ, Ko Pha-ngan, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani, Thailand
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Thong Nai Pan Beach

Thong Nai Pan Beach

4.6(1,621 reviews)

Relaxed, family-friendly sand beach backed by casual food & drink establishments & shops.

Thong Nai Pan Beach, Surat Thani, Thailand
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Choeng Mon Beach

Choeng Mon Beach

4.5(1,543 reviews)
Pure Beach Club Rd, Thesaban Nakhon Ko Samui, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand
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Maenam Beach

Maenam Beach

4.6(171 reviews)
HXGR+4MC Unnamed Road Tambon Mae Nam, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84330, Thailand
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After dark

Night markets

Sunny Night Market

Sunny Night Market

4.8(176 reviews)
Thanon Talad Mai, Tambon Talat, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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San Chao Street Food Night​ Market

San Chao Street Food Night​ Market

4.7(1,019 reviews)
ถนน ตีเหล็ก, Tambon Talat, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Saturday Night Market

Saturday Night Market

4.6(46 reviews)
ซอย Sitapee, Tambon Talat, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Surat Thani Train Night Market

Surat Thani Train Night Market

5.0(10 reviews)
Sri, Tambon Tha Kham, Amphoe Phunphin, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84130, Thailand
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Night market

Night market

4.5(122 reviews)
Unnamed Road, Tambon Talat, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Fai Tha Street Food

Fai Tha Street Food

4.5(39 reviews)
เลขที่ 1 Tambon Bang Bai Mai, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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ถนนคนเดินริมแม่น้ำตาปี

ถนนคนเดินริมแม่น้ำตาปี

4.5(258 reviews)
48WF+9JX, Sitapee, Tambon Talat, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Night Market

Night Market

4.4(58 reviews)
464J+JMQ, Tha Kham, Phunphin District, Surat Thani 84130, Thailand
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ตลาดป่าไม้

ตลาดป่าไม้

4.1(164 reviews)
584R+FW6, Bang Kung, Mueang Surat Thani District, Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Shopping

Malls & retail

Central Surat Thani

Central Surat Thani

4.6(3,639 reviews)
88, Tambon Wat Pradu, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Coliseum Surat Thani

Coliseum Surat Thani

4.2(837 reviews)
321 ถนน Namueang Rd, Tambon Talat, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Sahathai Garden Plaza Surat Thani

Sahathai Garden Plaza Surat Thani

4.2(2,043 reviews)
528/1 Thanon Talad Mai, Tambon Talat, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Robinson Suratthani

Robinson Suratthani

4.6(705 reviews)
เลขที่ 88 หมู่10 ประดู่ Thesaban Nakhon Surat Thani, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Central Village Outlet

Central Village Outlet

4.4(8,205 reviews)

Thai-style designer outlet village with 130+ global names, a food section & information center.

98,98/1, Tambon Bang Chalong, Amphoe Bang Phli, Chang Wat Samut Prakan 10540, Thailand
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Empire Plaza

Empire Plaza

4.5(8 reviews)
เลขที่ 73 Sri Kasem Road, Tambon Bang Kung, Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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ICONSIAM

ICONSIAM

4.7(59,745 reviews)

Vast, stylish mall with hundreds of high-end shops & restaurants, plus an indoor floating market.

299 Charoen Nakhon Rd, Khwaeng Khlong Ton Sai, Khet Khlong San, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10600, Thailand
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Haven Samui Community Mall

Haven Samui Community Mall

4.9(475 reviews)
888 หมู่ 2 ถนนเลียบหาดเฉวง ตำบล บ่อผุด Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand
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Pracha Rat Floating Market, Bang Bai Mai

Pracha Rat Floating Market, Bang Bai Mai

4.4(935 reviews)
5824+JXF, Bang Bai Mai, Mueang Surat Thani District, Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
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Interesting facts

  • It's the largest province in Southern Thailand by area.
  • Surat Thani is a major producer of palm oil.
  • The province is home to the stunning limestone karsts and ancient rainforest of Khao Sok National Park.
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