Chalong is one of the eight districts of Mueang Phuket, the capital of Phuket Province of Thailand. Chalong, which is home to Wat Chalong that is accepted as the most important Buddhist temple among the 29 temples in Phuket, is very rich in terms of having the most beautiful diving points of Phuket. In addition to Wat Chalong Temple, Chalong, which comes to the forefront with Chalong Bay & Pier, is located only 10 kilometers of Phuket city center.
Chalong, which is located on the eastern part of Phuket, a tourism paradise in Thailand, offers a great number of alternatives for its visitors in terms of accommodation. It is possible to accommodate in Chalong for more affordable prices compared to many other tourist destinations of Thailand. There are especially many hotels for honeymooners. Since Chalong is very crowded in the summer months, it is a good idea to make a reservation in advance. Diving tours are very popular in this beautiful place. In addition, you can join fishing and sightseeing tours. Chalong, which offers a more economic holiday compared to Phuket and other islands of Thailand in terms of eating, drinking, entertainment and accommodation, appeals to people of any age.
In Chalong, which is very close to tourist destinations like Phuket, Patong, Kathu, Rawai and Karon which are generally 15-20 km away, there are many companies organizing daily tours to these places. You can experience a luxurious and budget-friendly accommodation by choosing one of the centers such as Villa Zolitude Resort & Spa, Cocoville Phuket Resort, The One Phuket and Pier 42 Boutique Resort.
Don’t end your tour without visiting the Wat Chalong, which is one of the most important reasons why Chalong attracts thousands of tourists every year, and white Big Buddha statue that is 45 meters high. You can come across with the most famous nightclubs and bars of Thailand in the region of Chalong Pier where the nightlife is as lively as Phuket. Tesco Lotus Park, which is located on the road Chalong – Rawai and near Fisherman Way, there are the stores of many domestic and foreign brands. You should also visit Phuket Zoo which is close to Chaofa Road East. In the zoo, you can see the huge aquarium and bird park.