Attractions on Ko Samui Island
The following are some places or activities on Ko Samui Island that many people find worthwhile, enjoyable or interesting. This list is NOT focused on beaches or water sport activities, or shopping or eating out. These are included in many other lists. Most places or activities below are easy to find as Ko Samui is a small island and is circled by a ring road.that goes through or very near most tourist locations. Tourists should be aware that the Thai system of double pricing, in which foreigners are charged higher prices than Thais, might apply in some situations.
Animal-related activities are to be found at almost all major Thai tourist areas. They can be interesting if one hasn’t seen them before or if one is very interested in animals....[+]
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There are several Buddhist and Chinese temples on the island. It has been said by some cynics that once you have seen one temple you have seen them all, but most temples are located in lovely settings and offer excellent opportunities to enjoy peace and the beauty of nature. Some of Ko Samui’s temples are listed below...[+]
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can be enjoyed at many of the Buddhist temples described above as well as some of the “animal attractions.” It is possible to arrange treks through the interior of the island through travel agents....[+]
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Cinema: the Lotus complex near Chaweng has a completely modern cinema showing current English language movies....[+]
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