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Surron Mountain Off-Roading
Guided electric dirt-bike rides along Samui's jungle and mountain trails — quiet motors, real mud, and views most rental-scooter tourists never reach.
- Outside, on unpaved trails
- Not near the beach
- Booking ahead required
- Closed-toe shoes recommended
Treetop Canopy Zipline
A series of ziplines and rope bridges strung through the rainforest canopy above the island's central hills.
- Outside, in the jungle canopy
- Not near the beach
- Advance booking recommended
- Tickets required on arrival
Jet Ski Tour
Guided jet ski runs along Samui's coastline, usually combined with a stop at a quiet beach.
- On the beach / water
- Outside
- Booking ahead required
- Valid ID needed for rental
Easykart.net Go-Karting
An outdoor go-kart track near Chaweng Lake — quick, fun, and easy to combine with other things nearby.
- Outside track
- Not near the beach
- No booking needed, walk-in
- Closed-toe shoes required
ATV Jungle Adventure
Guided ATV rides through Samui's jungle trails and mountain tracks — mud, hills, and real off-road terrain.
- Outside, on jungle trails
- Not near the beach
- Booking ahead required
- Closed-toe shoes recommended
Wat Plai Laem
A striking lakeside temple with an 18-armed Guanyin statue and a giant laughing Buddha, framed by ornate reflecting pools.
- Outside temple grounds
- Not near the beach
- No tickets needed
- Modest dress required (cover shoulders & knees)
Big Buddha (Wat Phra Yai)
Samui's most photographed landmark — a 12-metre golden Buddha statue visible from across the north coast.
- Outside, hilltop location
- Near the north coast
- No tickets needed
- Stairs to the top — modest dress required
Khao Hua Chuk Pagoda
A golden hilltop pagoda with one of the best panoramic viewpoints on the island, overlooking Chaweng Lake and the coast.
- Outside, hilltop viewpoint
- Not near the beach
- No tickets needed
- Best visited at sunset
Wat Khunaram — The Mummified Monk
Home to Samui's famous mummified monk, seated in meditation in a glass case, decades after his death.
- Outside temple grounds
- Not near the beach
- No tickets needed
- Modest dress required
Guan Yu Shrine
A towering Chinese shrine and statue honouring the warrior-deity Guan Yu, overlooking the south of the island.
- Outside
- Not near the beach
- No tickets needed
- Quiet, respectful visit
Temple Tour
A guided tour covering Samui's most important temples and shrines in one day, with transport and a local guide included.
- Outside, multiple temple stops
- Not near the beach
- Booking ahead required
- Modest dress required (cover shoulders & knees)
Na Muang Waterfall
A two-tier jungle waterfall with a natural swimming pool, a short walk from the car park.
- Outside, jungle setting
- Not near the beach
- No tickets needed
- Bring water shoes — rocks are slippery
Suan Sam Anong Farm
A working fruit and organic farm in the island's green interior, with tastings and a look at how local produce is grown.
- Outside
- Not near the beach
- Small entry fee
- Good for families
Magic Garden
A hidden hillside garden of stone statues, built by a local farmer among the fruit trees over decades.
- Outside, mountain setting
- Not near the beach
- Small entry fee
- Steep access road — 4WD recommended
Crystal Beach
A quiet viewpoint beach on the east coast, known for calm, clear turquoise water.
- Right on the beach
- Outside
- No tickets needed
- Quieter than the main tourist beaches
Chaweng Beach
Samui's longest and busiest beach — soft white sand, turquoise water, and the island's main strip of bars, restaurants, and hotels right behind it.
- Right on the beach
- Outside
- No tickets needed
- Busiest beach on the island
Thong Krut Bay
A quiet fishing-village bay on the south coast, with calm water and a laid-back, un-touristy feel — also the departure point for boats to nearby islands.
- Right on the beach
- Outside
- No tickets needed
- Good base for island-hopping boats
Lamai Beach
Samui's second-biggest beach — a little quieter and more low-key than Chaweng, with its own strip of bars and restaurants.
- Right on the beach
- Outside
- No tickets needed
- Quieter than Chaweng
Hin Ta Hin Yai (Grandfather & Grandmother Rocks)
A pair of naturally suggestive rock formations on Lamai's coast that have been making tourists giggle for decades — a quick, quirky photo stop.
- Outside, coastal rocks
- Near the beach
- No tickets needed
- Small souvenir stalls nearby
Elephant Sanctuary
An organic kitchen paired with an ethical, no-riding elephant sanctuary on a hillside above Bophut.
- Outside
- Not near the beach
- Booking ahead required
- Includes lunch
Samui Snake Farm
Live cobra and crocodile shows, run by local handlers — a curious, slightly wild afternoon out.
- Outside, covered arena
- Not near the beach
- Tickets at the door
- Not recommended for very young children
Capybara World
A small animal park built around Samui's most-loved newcomer — the capybara. Feed, pet, and hang out with the world's most chilled-out rodent.
- Outside
- Not near the beach
- Tickets at the door
- Great for kids
Samui Aquarium & Tiger Zoo
A mixed aquarium and big-cat zoo — marine life on one side, tigers on the other. A polarizing attraction; check current animal welfare reviews before booking if that matters to you.
- Outside & indoor exhibits
- Not near the beach
- Tickets at the door
- Photo opportunities cost extra
Pig Island Tours
A boat day trip to a nearby island where you can swim with (and feed) a small colony of resident pigs, plus snorkeling stops.
- Boat trip, on the water
- Booking ahead required
- Bring sun protection
- Includes snorkeling stop
Jungle Club
A mountaintop bar with bean-bag seating and one of the best sunset views on the island.
- Outside seating with a view
- Not near the beach
- Arrive early for sunset seating
- No entry fee
Moby Dick
A long-running Chaweng pool bar — cold beer, pool tables, and a proper local night out.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor/outdoor seating
- No entry fee
- Walk-ins welcome
Arkbar Beach Club
Chaweng's best-known beachfront party bar — fire shows, DJ sets, and tables right on the sand.
- Right on the beach
- Outside
- Table booking recommended on weekends
- Gets busy after sunset
Sound Club
One of Chaweng's biggest nightclubs — resident DJs, a jungle-themed interior, and late-night crowds.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor club
- Cover charge may apply on event nights
- 18+ only
Samui Hill Club
A hilltop sauna, pool, bar, and restaurant with panoramic sunset views over the island — part chill-out lounge, part viewpoint.
- Outside seating with a view
- Not near the beach
- Booking recommended for sunset
- Pool & sauna access may cost extra
The Green Mango
A long-running Chaweng nightclub institution — loud, bright, and one of the island's classic late-night dance spots.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor/open-air club
- No entry fee, usually
- Gets busy after midnight
Coco Tam's
An iconic Bophut beach bar — thatched-roof, floor cushions right on the sand, and one of the best sunset views on the island.
- Right on the beach
- Outside
- Arrive early for sunset seating
- Very popular — expect a crowd
Cape Away Beach Bar
A relaxed beachfront bar with sea views, good for a sundowner away from the busiest strips.
- Right on the beach
- Outside
- No entry fee
- Good for a quieter sundowner
Air Bar Samui
A rooftop bar with sweeping sea views, best timed for sunset with a cocktail in hand.
- Outside seating with a view
- Not on the beach
- Booking recommended for sunset
- Rooftop — dress code may apply
Xperience
A striking beach club with a lagoon-style pool and elaborate nighttime lighting — more spectacle than sunset bar.
- Right on the beach
- Outside
- Booking recommended on weekends
- Photogenic at night
The Cocoon
A stylish lounge and bar space on the island — good for a relaxed evening out.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor/outdoor seating
- No entry fee
- Good for groups
Pi Samui Beach Club and Restaurant
A beach club combining daytime restaurant dining with loungers and sea views, transitioning into an evening drinks spot.
- Right on the beach
- Outside
- Booking recommended on weekends
- Restaurant & bar in one
Kongsiam
A lively Thai nightclub with live bands, loud music, and a crowd that dances until late.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor, live music
- No booking needed
- Popular with locals
Kasikorn Bank — Central Festival
A bank branch inside Central Festival mall — useful for foreigners who want a debit card with no extra foreign fees, or need to sort out banking in person.
- Indoor, inside the mall
- Bring your passport
- English-speaking staff usually available
Makro — Foodmarket
A wholesale supermarket — the go-to for stocking up on groceries, drinks, or supplies in bulk.
- Indoor, large store
- Good for bulk & wholesale prices
SuperCheap 24/7
A surprisingly huge store that stocks just about everything, at seriously low prices.
- Huge store, stocks everything
- Open around the clock
Lotus's Samui
A large supermarket chain (formerly Tesco Lotus) — reliable for a full grocery run.
- Indoor, large store
- Full grocery selection
The Best Restaurants
Pancake Island
Amazing breakfast for a very reasonable price.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor/outdoor seating
- No booking needed
- Cash & card accepted
KOB - King of Bread (Bangrak)
European and American-style breakfast.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor seating
- No booking needed
- Popular with regulars
To Be Sweet
Russian-style breakfast.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor seating
- No booking needed
- English menu available
Cafe Sol
Classic American breakfast.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor/outdoor seating
- No booking needed
- Good coffee
Bagel Samui
Exactly what it sounds like — the island's best bagels.
- Not on the beach
- Small indoor spot
- No booking needed
- Takeaway available
Little Green
A relaxed local favourite for breakfast.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor/outdoor seating
- No booking needed
- Healthy options available
Book Nook — Bakery & Bookshop
A pastel-pink bakery-meets-bookshop — fresh pastries, good coffee, and shelves to browse while you eat.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor seating
- No booking needed
- Bring cash for the tip box
La Fabrique French Bakery
A proper French bakery — fresh bread, pastries, and a solid breakfast spot for anyone missing a real croissant.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor/outdoor seating
- No booking needed
- Closed on Wednesdays
White Market
Samui's busiest night market, full of food stalls and souvenirs.
- Not on the beach
- Outdoor stalls
- No booking, no tickets
- Cash recommended
Lamai Night Market
Street food stalls and local crafts along Lamai's evening market strip.
- Not on the beach
- Outdoor stalls
- No booking, no tickets
- Cash recommended
Central Samui Night Market
A food-stall night market next to Central Festival mall — easy parking, lots of variety, and a good option when the beach markets feel too crowded.
- Not on the beach
- Outdoor stalls
- No booking, no tickets
- Cash recommended
Pizzaria Sorte
One of the best pizzas on the island.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor/outdoor seating
- Booking recommended on weekends
- Wood-fired oven
Sala - Isaan Food
Northeastern Thai specialties, cooked the local way.
- Not on the beach
- Casual outdoor seating
- No booking needed
- Spicy by default — ask for mild
Ran Khang Non (ร้านข้างหนน)
Thai food good enough to make the Michelin Guide.
- Not on the beach
- Simple indoor seating
- No booking needed
- Cash only, typically
Day & Night of Koh Samui
High-end Italian cooking on the island.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor seating
- Booking recommended
- Smart casual dress
Kapi Sator
High-end Thai cooking on the island.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor seating
- Booking recommended
- Tasting menu available
Trap House - Jamaican Kitchen
A taste of the Caribbean on a Thai island.
- Not on the beach
- Casual seating
- No booking needed
- Try the jerk chicken
Carnival Beach
Several kitchens under one roof, right on the beach.
- Right on the beach
- Outdoor seating
- No booking needed
- Something for everyone
Gusto Italiano
Italian food with your toes in the sand.
- Right on the beach
- Outdoor seating
- Booking recommended at sunset
- Good wine list
Prime Burger
Exactly what it sounds like, done right.
- Not on the beach
- Casual seating
- No booking needed
- Takeaway available
Mojo Samui
A grill and bar known for its stacked burgers and casual, friendly vibe.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor/outdoor seating
- No booking needed
- Good for groups
King Kebab Bo Phut
A no-frills Bophut kebab spot, fast and reliable for a late-night bite.
- Not on the beach
- Casual/takeaway
- No booking needed
- Good for a quick bite
The Healthlab
A health-focused restaurant and outdoor lounge space with a relaxed, plant-filled setting.
- Not on the beach
- Outdoor seating
- No booking needed
- Health-focused menu
Döner Kebap Turko
Turkish-style döner kebab, fresh off the spit — a solid, filling option any time of day.
- Not on the beach
- Casual/takeaway
- No booking needed
- Halal options available
The Pizza Box
A straightforward pizza stall near Lamai, turning out solid, no-fuss pies.
- Not on the beach
- Casual/takeaway
- No booking needed
- Good for sharing
Mit Samui Restaurant
A local Thai restaurant serving home-style dishes at honest prices.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor/outdoor seating
- No booking needed
- Good local-price option
The Hungry Wolf
A casual Western-style restaurant for when you want something familiar and filling.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor/outdoor seating
- No booking needed
- Hearty portions
เภตรา (Paetra) — Fish Dumpling Noodles
A local noodle shop specializing in ก๋วยเตี๋ยวเกี๊ยวปลา — fish dumpling noodle soup, a Thai comfort-food classic.
- Not on the beach
- Casual local seating
- No booking needed
- Cash only, typically
Nowi Butchery
A specialty butcher and grill spot for quality cuts of meat, on an island where good steak isn't always easy to find.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor seating
- Booking recommended
- Good for meat lovers
Little Austria
A taste of Austria in the tropics — schnitzel, sausages, and hearty European plates.
- Not on the beach
- Indoor/outdoor seating
- No booking needed
- Good portion sizes
Giant Samui - Mountain-View Restaurant
A mountainside restaurant and viewpoint looking out across the whole island and coastline.
- Outside seating with a view
- Not near the beach
- Table booking recommended
- Best for sunset
Yamaha Grand Filano 125cc
A retro-styled automatic scooter — light, easy to handle, with classic looks. Great for short trips and beginners.
- 125cc automatic
- Best for beginners & short trips
- Thai driving license or IDP required
- Deposit usually required (cash or passport)
Yamaha NMax 155cc
A bigger, more powerful automatic scooter with real storage space — comfortable for two people and longer rides around the island.
- 155cc automatic
- Best for two riders & longer distances
- Thai driving license or IDP required
- Deposit usually required (cash or passport)
Yamaha XMax 300cc
The most powerful option — a maxi-scooter built for comfort and speed, best suited to experienced riders tackling the island's hillier roads.
- 300cc automatic
- Best for experienced riders
- Valid motorcycle license required
- Higher deposit usually required
Spidernet — Motorbike Rental
A local scooter and bike rental shop in Bophut, recommended by Lost on Samui.
- Rental shop
- Multiple scooter models available
- Bring your license & passport/deposit
- Recommended by Lost on Samui
Fanta Car & Motorbike for Rent
A local car and motorbike rental shop, renting scooters by the day or week, recommended by Lost on Samui.
- Rental shop
- Cars & motorbikes available
- Bring your license & passport/deposit
- Recommended by Lost on Samui
This is a living list — hours, prices, and owners on a small island change often. Treat all prices, hours, and info here as estimates and double-check before you go.
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