About Khao To Sae
Khao To Sae, commonly known as Monkey Hill, is a forested hill in Ratsada Subdistrict, Mueang Phuket District, overlooking Phuket Town in Phuket Province, Thailand. Rising about 100 metres above sea level, it is known for its city viewpoint, roadside shrine, and large population of macaques. The paved hill road is popular for walking and jogging, offering panoramic views of Phuket Town, Chalong Bay and surrounding islands on clear days.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a paved, winding hill road through forested slopes leading to a viewpoint overlooking Phuket Town. The area includes a small shrine at the base, telecommunications towers near the summit, and frequent sightings of long-tailed macaques along the roadside and viewpoint. There are seating areas and open spaces for resting and photography. The setting is primarily natural and recreational, used by locals for exercise and by visitors for sightseeing and sunset views.
Key highlights
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Panoramic viewpoint over Phuket Town and surrounding bays
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Large population of wild long-tailed macaques along the hillside
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Khao To Sae Shrine at the foot of the hill
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Paved hill road popular for walking, jogging and cycling
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Sunset and cityscape photography opportunities
History of Khao To Sae
Khao To Sae has long served as a prominent landmark overlooking Phuket Town and is the site of the Khao To Sae Shrine, a locally revered shrine at the hill's base.
Culture & Context
The hill is known locally for the Khao To Sae Shrine and its resident macaque population, which has become part of the area's identity. It functions as a community recreation and merit-making site for residents of Phuket Town.
Route
| By air | Via Phuket International Airport, then road transfer to Phuket Town (approximately 30 km) |
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| By road |