20 Best Spring Break Destinations In Thailand
1. PHUKET
Phuket is one of the most popular destinations in Adaman Sea, Thailand. These islands are dominated by rainforest, mountainous island, and beautiful beaches with pristine water. It is home to many high-end resorts and hotel, restaurants, and bars. Heading up to the Phuket City, you will find the endless joy by exploring every corner of the city by stopping by at laid-back restaurants, bars, and cafe. It is an ideal spot to spend your all spring break vacation.
Phuket has many tourist destination spots, both on land and which can only be reached by island hoping. Island hoping that means we get on a boat to move from one island to another. In one day you can visit several islands. You also get facilities to enjoy various activities such as snorkeling, canoeing, and others.
Phuket, Thailand
2. OLD PHUKET TOWN
Old Phuket Town is another good destination that you can find in the Phuket islands. This old city is known for brightly painted, century-old of Sini-Portuguese townhouse, which are well-preserved. If you're looking for souvenir shopping spots, you can stop by at the Thalang Road where you can find artisanal and various gifts and ice cream. It is an ideal destination to see the incredible old buildings and various stores.
Old Town is located not far from Patong Beach, only takes about 30 minutes. The environment here is actually not much different from Little India in Singapore, because there are colorful old buildings. Old Phuket Town is recommended to be visited at night because at night there will be lots of lights that decorate every street corner so that it beautifies the atmosphere.
Old Phuket Town
3. KOH PHI PHI
Koh Phi Phi or Phi Phi Islands are chain of islands in the Phuket Islands where you can see the beautiful beaches stretch on the islands. The islands are dominated by the white sandy beach with turquoise water. It is the best spot to do many outdoor activities such as swimming, snorkeling, and diving. You can consider this place as one of your best destination in Thailand during the spring break.
On Phi Phi Island, there are no motorized vehicles, everyone walks everywhere, because the island is really small. The food here is also delicious and cheap. There is also an island hoping half day package on Phi Phi Island with snorkeling and playing activities to the islands near Phi Phi Island.
Phi Phi Islands
4. GREEN ISLAND VILLA HOI AN
Green Island Guesthouse is a 2-star hotel located in Phuket with beautiful beach views. It is a friendly environment where you can stay for a night or two nights during your vacation in Phuket. Providing such comfortable rooms with incredible beach views, you can get your best experience exploring the island and also get your best place to stay.
You can consider this hotel to stay with affordable price and also worth-visiting place. Besides its comfortable facilities, this place is also one of the best place to stay when you're having your spring break vacation in Thailand. A beautiful surroundings and comfortable hotel is a perfect combination.
Green Island, Thailand
5. MAYA BAY
Maya Bay is one of the famous and popular destination surrounded by 100-meter cliffs on its surrounding. This place is always favorite for tourists which is indeed boast the white sandy beach with turquoise water. It has spectacular view with calm water and beautiful look. You can get into this place by visiting the Phi Phi Islands, Krabi which is double place you can visit at one time.
Maya Bay has been the main tourist attraction of Phi Phi since The Beach was filmed here in 1999. Maya Bay was popular before it was the setting for filming but now people around the world who have never heard of Phi Phi have heard of Maya. Bay. Please note that if you enter this bay without a tour, there is a National Park entrance fee of 400 baht.
Maya Bay
6. MONKEY ISLAND
Monkey Island or Monkey Beach is a preserve island located in the southwestern side of the Tonsay Bay, featuring the white sandy beach. It is situated in the peninsula of the Phi Phi Islands inhabited by hundreds of monkey. You can visit this place and feed the monkeys off the beach.
You should consider to visit it with a tour guide to get the best experience and also avoid any unwanted things happen. Yet, this place is worth visiting whenever you spend your spring break in Thailand.
Monkey Island
7. KHAI NAI
Khai Nai Island is another incredible island locate in the Phang Nga Province, Thailand. It is a small island with sandy beach featuring food sacks, snorkeling points, and also great spot for outdoor activities. If you're looking for a private-alike place, Khai Nai can be your best consideration.
Khai Nai can be one of your best destinations in the spring break vacation. Its natural and beautiful surroundings, as well as its beaches are amazing. You won't be disappointed visiting this island.
Khai Nai
8. WAT CHALONG
Wat Chalong is one of the important temples of the 29 buddhist temples in Phuket. It is located in teh Chalong Subdistrict, pretty close to the nearest attractions. This temple displays the ancient architecture style of the Buddhist kingdom in the old days of Thailand. It is popular for its unique and beautiful look of the building. You can get your best experience and also historical aspect of this place.
Wat Chalong is the most historic and grandest temple in Phuket. This temple consists of several buildings and when we are here we can get around from one temple building to another. Even though it is a place of worship, tourists are still allowed to come here. It's just that as tourists we have to respect the Buddhists who are worshiping at this temple by maintaining speech, volume, and courtesy.
Wat Chalong (Wat Chaithararam)
9. BANGKOK
Bangkok is the capital city of Thailand, known as the modern tourist destination with various activities and nightlife. The city boasts both modern and old spot of the city with cultural and historical aspect of the country. If you're planning to have your honeymoon in a modern destination, Bangkok is the best pick.
The nearby attractions you can visit such as Wat Pho Temple, Wat Arun Temple, and many more. It is an ideal place to spend your honeymoon during the spring break. Plenty of interesting things to do and see in Bangkok. If you love the urban atmosphere, the downtown is the right place. While, if you're more into the cultural and historical, some museums and Buddhist temples are also there to explore.
Bangkok
10. LUMPHINI PARK
Lumphini Park is one of the notable green space in Bangkok, Thailand. The park is a 360 rai park features rare trees, green space, and playgrounds. It is a nice spot to do picnic or just getting around on the weekend. This park is popular for weekend spot for both locals and tourists in Bangkok. The park also provides the 2.5 kilometers path which is popular for evening walk and jogging.
As a free and perfect tourist activity spot in Bangkok, you can escape from the hustle and bustle of the city here. Coupled with tropical trees and flowers, your eyes and mind will be cool. Take a leisurely walk; just sitting around enjoying the afternoon with the local people; or if you want to be more active, join the aerobics session in the evening for free!
Lumphini Park
11. CHIANG MAI
Chiang Mai is a mountainous city in the northern Thailand. It was the capital city of the Lanna Kingdom until 1558. It is known for its Old City area displays the vestige walls and moasts from the historical, cultural, and religious center. It is also home to hundreds of Buddhist temples including the 14-th century Wat Phra Singh. It is one of the best destination to visit to learn the historical, cultural, and religious aspect of the country.
One of the recommended destinations in Chiang Mai is Doi Inthanon, which is the highest mountain in Thailand. Has an altitude of 2,565 meters above sea level, it is nicknamed The Rooftop of Thailand. There are many reasons why this tourist spot in Chiang Mai is worth visiting. In this place there is a hiking trail that surrounds the peak which is pleasant for a leisurely walk.
Chiang Mai
12. KHAO LAK
Khao Lak is a village chains which is now known for tourist destination. Its main district Takua Pa District is the part of Thai Mueang District of Phang Nga Province. You can consider this place as your one of bucket lists during your visit in Thailand. The Lak Mountain, which is actually the meaning of the place, is one of the best view point in this area. You can get your best view of the mountainous and green surrounding.
Khao Lak offers a captivating holiday for tourists. Starting from playing beach water, chasing waterfalls, playing beach sand, to beach volleyball. In the spring break holiday season, Khao Lak can be the best destination with a variety of interesting things to do.
Khao Lak
13. PATTAYA
Pattaya is another good city located in the eastern Gulf of Thailand. This city is known for its beautiful beaches, quiet fishing village, and also resorts and hotel. The popular clubs and bars spot in the city is the best destination where you can spend your nightlife in Pattaya. The famous Wat Phra Yai Temple with its 18-meter golden Buddha is one of the most popular spot to visit. If you're looking for natural view of the bay, you can head up to the Pattaya Bay.
One of the best destinations in the city is the Pattaya Floating Market, which is one of the largest in Thailand. Here you can find many stalls selling traditional crafts, fresh fruits and vegetables, and a variety of delicious snacks. Besides that, you can get pretty good photos with natural views of the river and local people selling things.
Pattaya City
14. KOH SAMUI
Koh Samui is an island included in the Gulf of Thailand, boast pristine beach with white sand. The east coast of Kra Isthmus is a popular spot for outdoor activities such as swimming, snorkeling, and many more. The nearby resorts and hotels off the beach is home to elegant and laid back places to stay overlooking the beach views. You can consider this place as one of your must visit place in Thailand.
Koh Samui is popular for its abundant natural resources, white sandy beaches, towering coconut trees and beautiful coral reefs. Koh Samui is very popular with tourists from around the world who want to enjoy Thailand's natural beauty. Here you can do many things, from swimming, snorkeling, diving, and so on. It is suitable as your spring break destination in Thailand.
Koh Samui
15. WAT RONG KHUN
Wat Rong Khun or known as White Temple is a privately owned Buddhist temple in Chiang Rai Province. The temple was opened since the 1997 and now become one of the most visited temple in the region. You can consider this temple as one of your cultural sites to visit. You can admire the beautiful architectural style and the unique all white color of the building. It is a nice spot for photography.
The temple, which is said to be the most beautiful in the world, is the most popular spring break destination in Thailand. It is suitable to be visited by backpacker-style tourists because the entrance ticket is affordable. You will find a peaceful and sacred atmosphere in this Buddhist temple. Wat Rong Khun will take you to an atmosphere that can only be found here.
Wat Rong Khun - White Temple
16. THE GRAND PALACE
The Grand Palace is a complex of buildings located in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. It is an official residence of the Kings of Siam since the 1782 until now. The royal government used to be settled at this place until 1925 and now is open for public. It is a nice spot to admire the elegant and magnificent building of the royal family of Siam Kingdoms.
At the Grand Palace Bangkok, you can enjoy the beauty of another tourist area, namely a temple named Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Thai people think that this is the holiest temple with temple walls decorated with murals that tell the story of the Buddha's journey, which began with the process of birth, death and enlightenment. This place is suitable as an Instagrammable photo object and is certainly fun to explore.
The Grand Palace
17. WAT TRAIMIT
Wat Traimit Withayaram Worawihan is another Buddhist temple located in Bangkok. It is known for its gold Maravijaya Attitude seated Buddharupa statue. The statue is the best spot and popular for photography. This temple is a worth visiting for cultural trip in Bangkok. You can consider this place as your must visit place in Thailand.
Wat Traimit is located at the end of Yaowarat Chinatown street, near Hualampong train station. In this temple there is a seated Buddha statue made of pure gold weighing 5,500 kilograms and about five meters high. There are several rules that tourists must obey when visiting. One of them is to wear modest clothes. No short skirts or sleeveless shirts. But don't worry, there are fabric rentals provided.
Wat Traimit
18. THALE NOI
Thale Noi is one of green space and preservation area in Thailand. It is popular for its protected fresh water wetland where you can find various kind of flowers with beautiful color. It is great for photography where the colorful flowers is the incredible backdrop. If you're looking for the best place to get the best pictures as well, Thale Noi is the ideal place.
This park has a unique feature where the fields of water lilies and lotuses are the main part of this stunning natural wonder. Not only that, you can also see flocks of birds to buffalo soaking in the lake, don't forget to capture this natural panorama as a collection of your personal art gallery. But it is recommended to come in January and February when the time is right to see hundreds of birds from the north flying towards Thale Noi.
Thale Noi
19. GREEN ELEPHANT SANCTUARY PARK
Green Elephant Sanctuary Park is verdant park for rescued elephants where you can see and feed the rescued elephants in a green space. You can also interact directly with the elephants which also allow you to feed and bath the animals. If you're loving and keenly to interact with the animals, this place is an ideal place to visit.
In Green Elephant Sanctuary Park, there are 14 elephants, including baby elephants who were born in the park. Tourists are allowed to give the elephants milk, including bathing them in a pool. Unfortunately, the elephant bathing pool is too small for the 20 tourists bathing the elephants. However, this place is quite suitable as one of your spring break destinations in Thailand.
Green Elephant Sanctuary Park
20. AO NANG, KRABI
Ao Nang, Krabi is a resort town in Krabi, situated in the southern part of the Krabi islands. It is known for its beautiful beaches along the Adaman sea and the best spot for many outdoor activities such as swimming, snorkeling, diving, and many more. If you're planning to get the best experience in the sea, this place is an ideal place to visit.
Ao Nang is known to be very popular for tourists with its beaches which have fine sand. It is suitable for those of you who like to sunbathe and relax. There are also many hotels, restaurants and bars here. Ao Nang is also the entrance and exit for trips to tourist islands around Krabi.
Ao Nang Beach
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