Sunset point
The headland
The open hillside above the sea where crowds gather every evening to watch the sun go down behind the small islands offshore.
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Phuket, Thailand
Promthep Cape
The southern tip of Phuket and the island's favourite sunset spot, with a lighthouse and an elephant shrine.
Favourite places
Elephant shrine
Near the car park
A Brahma shrine surrounded by many elephant statues left as offerings by visitors and local people.
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Promthep Cape
The white lighthouse on the cape, with views along the southern coast of Phuket.
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Below the viewpoint
A rough path leads down the ridge towards the tip of the cape. Wear proper shoes and take care on the rocks.
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Local food
Grilled corn and skewers
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Street snacks sold near the car park — grilled corn, pork or chicken skewers and fresh fruit.
Grilled seafood
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A sunset dinner of grilled fish and prawns is a Rawai tradition, a few minutes away.
Where to eat
Rawai seafood market
Rawai Beach
Pick fresh seafood at the market and have it cooked at the restaurants across the road.
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Promthep Cape car park
Simple stalls sell drinks, snacks and souvenirs.
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Where to stay
Rawai
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The nearest area, relaxed and local, with seafood restaurants and long-stay accommodation.
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A green, quiet base by a beautiful bay just north of the cape.
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Culture
The elephant shrine is a place of worship: do not climb on the statues. Local people leave elephant figures as thanks for wishes granted. Keep the headland clean and stay behind any barriers.
History
Laem Promthep juts into the Andaman Sea at the south of the island. Crowds gather on the rocky headland each evening to watch the sun set behind the small islands offshore.
Tour plans
Southern Phuket sunset trip
Half dayStep 1: Karon Viewpoint
Stop for the three-bay view in the afternoon.
Step 2: Windmill Viewpoint
Continue to the hilltop viewpoint above Ya Nui Beach.
Step 3: Sunset at Promthep Cape
Watch the sun set from the headland.
Step 4: Seafood dinner in Rawai
Drive five minutes to Rawai for dinner.
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Travel information
Best time to visit
November to April for clear sunsets; arrive about 45 minutes before sunset to find a spot on the headland.
How to get there
About 15 minutes from Kata or Rawai by car or scooter.
Getting around
There is no regular bus to the cape. Come by scooter, rental car, Grab or taxi. Traffic and parking are busy at sunset, so leave early or wait for the crowds to thin before driving back.
Travel tips
Arrive 45 minutes before sunset for a good spot; parking fills up.
