Tsunami Memorial Park
A quiet memorial to the 2004 tsunami, and a reminder that Kamala took the worst of it.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Open 24 hours daily
Dress Modestly
Cover shoulders and knees at all temples. Carry a light scarf or sarong — some temples lend wraps, but not all. Shoes come off before entering any building with a Buddha image.
Details
Full opening hours
Tours that include Tsunami Memorial Park
Guided visits and day-tour combos that include Tsunami Memorial Park.
Why go, and how to do it well
Come here for the history, not for a photo. Kamala was one of the hardest-hit stretches of Phuket's coast when the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami came ashore, and this park exists for the people who were lost. It matters to the community that lives around it, which is what makes it worth twenty minutes of your morning if you're staying anywhere along this coast.
Don't expect a museum or an interpretation center. It's a small commemorative space with spiritual elements, open to the air, and the point of it is to stand still for a while. That said, it's a useful counterweight to a vacation spent entirely on beaches and in resorts. Kamala sits well north of the noise of Patong, so getting here means a deliberate trip rather than a stroll, and I'd fold it into a day heading up the west coast rather than making a special journey.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Tsunami Memorial Park, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Tsunami Memorial Park, round out your day in Phuket with contrasting stops nearby.
75/2 Soi Rim Hat, Tambon Kamala, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83120, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Temples & Culture
Mind Your Feet
Never point your feet at a Buddha image or a monk — it's considered deeply disrespectful. When sitting inside a temple, tuck your feet behind you or to the side.
Ask Before Photographing
Exterior photos are almost always fine, but some interior halls prohibit photography. Look for signs, and never pose irreverently with Buddha images — it's a legal offense in Thailand.
Go Early Morning
Big-name temples are dramatically less crowded in the first hour after opening. You'll also avoid the worst of the midday heat and get softer light for photos.
Tsunami Memorial Park: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tsunami Memorial Park worth visiting?
Tsunami Memorial Park holds a 4.0★ rating from 1,904 Google reviews — a strong rating for temples & culture in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of Tsunami Memorial Park?
Tsunami Memorial Park is open 24 hours a day — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Tsunami Memorial Park?
The best months to visit Phuket are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: May – October (rough seas).
Where is Tsunami Memorial Park located?
Tsunami Memorial Park is at 75/2 Soi Rim Hat, Tambon Kamala, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83120, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
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