THINGS TO DO IN PHUKET
Whether you love outdoor excursions or lazy afternoons on soft sands, an intrepid hunt for bargains or an authentic cultural exploration, the energy and beauty of Phuket threads through every experience.
Allow our team to assist you in planning memorable activities for an exciting vacation itinerary.
ISLAND EXCURSIONS
LUXURY LONG TAIL BOAT
Private luxury long-tail boat trip to visit the beautiful off-shore islands around Phuket. There are six different packages to choose from, all private and in our traditional ‘stylish’ local longtail boat. With a professional service and a plethora of on-board amenities, this is a day out to remember.
YACHT
Discover Phuket islands – Avoid the crowded boat tours! Stay away from the most touristic areas and enjoy the best spots and quality time with your family and friends on your private trip. Flexible with time and destinations. You can take an extraordinary yacht trip to the many nearby tropical paradises, including the famous Phi Phi Islands, or enjoy a serene cruise around the mystical Phang Nga Bay- the famous James Bond Island. Swimming among fish at Mai ton island, Racha Island or Coral Island reveals hidden gems for travelers searching for a more exciting experience.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
OLD PHUKET FARM
Explore Phuket’s ancient history, unique culture, and scenic nature on a half-day tour that allows you to experience the origins and hidden charms on the island. Visit a local farm to try your hand at tin panning and rice planting as well as understanding the agricultural side to Phuket’s economy. A quiet and non-touristy trip suitable for all ages.
CHALONG TEMPLE
Wat Chalong, or Chalong Temple (officially Wat Chai Thararam), is the largest, most revered, and most visited Buddhist temple in Phuket. According to some sources, it was built at the beginning of the 19th century, 1837. Chalong Temple is one of the Must-See places in Phuket, and the nearby Big Buddha of Phuket, as they are relatively close.
PROMTHEP CAPE
Promthep Cape is a rocky headland that sticks out into the Andaman Sea and is the most southern point of Phuket Island. Facing west, this is the best spot in south Phuket to watch the sunset or enjoy the ocean’s views during the day. There’s lots of parking and a big open space on top of the hill with a shrine and a lighthouse. You can walk down a dirt path to the end of the cape or enjoy the views from the road.
PHUKET TOWN
PUNTE FOOD COURT
Punte Phuket is a new and beautiful food court serving local street food, hidden in the old streets of Phuket town, tucked in a dead-end street off Yaowarat Road. The place is charming and spacious, with a beautiful old Phuket design and serves a large choice of local Thai food, including some Phuket specialities. The prices are reasonable but higher than in local shops but the food is good, making Punte a convenient spot to take a break during your exploration of Old Phuket Town.
LOCK TIEN FOOD COURT
Lock Tien is a well known Thai Chinese, kind of indoor street food, restaurant in Phuket town serving a mixture of Hokkien and local adapted dishes. One of their signature dishes is Mee Leung Pad Hokkien Sai Khai – yellow egg noodles fried Hokkien style with an egg on the side. It is pretty good. It’s a nice low-key kind of restaurant to eat and sample a number of dishes when you’re in Phuket town, and definitely worth checking out for either a meal or even a snack.
WAT MONGKHON NIMIT
Wat Mongkol Nimit is one of the most beautiful temples in Phuket, Thailand that is famous for the golden statue of Buddha and the colonial buildings. Every year thousands of tourists visit it to take picture of this beautifully built and colourful temple that is home for many monks who live and study there. You will also enjoy walking and mediating in the relaxing gardens of the temple.
JUI TUI SHRINE
Though it is particularly popular during the Vegetarian Festival, this respected shrine is also frequented by locals celebrating their birthdays and other special occasions. Festival time sees this shrine packed with devotees, procession-goers and an audience for the Chinese opera that’s performed onsite.
SOI ROMANEE
Just off the famous Thalang road is Soi Romanee, with all the colourful buildings that make it the most photographed street in Phuket. However, the most beautiful part of Phuket Town was the red light street and the gambling area. You can now stay at one of the small guesthouses or have a drink at a cafe while watching the permanent Instagram competition going on here.
THAI HUA MUSEUM
Thai Hua Museum is set in a splendid, well-preserved Sino-colonial mansion located on Krabi Road in Phuket Old Town. Originally used as a Chinese-language school, it went through an extensive renovation in 2008 and reopened as a museum the same year. Nowadays, it also hosts art exhibitions and is used as a function hall during the annual Phuket Old Town Festival as well as other special events.
BAAN CHINPRACHA
Baan Chinpracha is a typical Sino-colonial mansion built in 1903, during the Phuket tin mining boom that saw the establishment of the Chinese tin barons in Phuket Town. Baan Chinpracha is located off Krabi Road, near the western end of Phuket Old Town – the historical district that was entirely built during this time of economic growth in Phuket.
PHUKET OLD TOWN
Lively Phuket Old Town is known for brightly painted, century-old Sino-Portuguese townhouses, with a well-preserved row along Soi Rommanee. Main street Thalang Road has stores selling artisanal ice cream and batik fabrics and a Sunday market for souvenirs and street food like fried banana. The Thai Hua Museum features exhibits on Chinese immigrant culture, and Jui Tui Shrine displays colorful statues of Chinese gods.
ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES & WATER PARKS
ZIPLINE
Try the exciting experience of Phuket zipline: Flying Hanuman is an eco-adventure because it is part of the forest that surrounds it and provides 28 platforms, two sky bridges, spiral staircases, and one sky rail. You will be fitted with the latest Petzl® technical gear and taught how to use all your equipment to ensure that you have a safe adventure in the treetops. The Zipline Eco-Adventure is perfect for people of all ages.
ATV TOUR
ATV offers a different and unique experience. Enjoy a fun and safe ride through untamed, untouched rainforests, get in touch with local villages, farms, plantations, and dark mangrove forests, and discover a hidden waterfall and an unspoiled beach. ATV bikes are fully automatic, safe, and easy to operate. There is no prior riding experience needed to join our one-of-akind tour. After safety briefings and operations orientations, beginners and experienced riders will be practicing on an easy track to get a feel for the ATV bikes. Once used to the bikes, everyone will be ready to hit the trails, supervised by professional staff and guides.
ANDAMANDA PHUKET WATER PARK
“Andamanda” the largest leisure and entertainment destination in Phuket. Andamanda celebrates the natural treasures of Thailand and the inspired tales of adventure from the Andaman Coastline. The refreshingly authentic Thai design is reflected in all areas, including retail, restaurant, cafes, and event spaces. Andamanda is a unique destination offering the senses and spirit an unforgettable experience of joy and relaxation, to visitors of all ages, throughout the inspiring journey of their visit.
SHOWS
JUNKYARD THEATRE
The Junkyard Theatre is a creative entertainment venue located in Phuket, Thailand. Inspired by the island’s dramatic cultural landscape the theatre exists as a juxtaposition of east and west, an arena where cultures clash together in the most absurd ways possible. We’ve put together a show that features an eclectic collection of quirky musical numbers, decadently crafted sets, and dinner cabaret style acts.
CARNIVAL MAGIC
Carnival Magic is the crowning jewel in nighttime entertainment on the resort island of Phuket. Spanning over 40 acres and awash with dazzling colors and sparkling imagery, Carnival Magic comes to light as the very first Thai Cultural Carnival Park, celebrating the vibrancy and rich cultural heritage found in the many traditional festivals, carnivals and market fairs that abound throughout the Kingdom.
PHUKET FANTASEA
Phuket FantaSea is the world’s first entertainment park that presents Thai Culture and Tradition as its central theme. All the attractions in the Park, be it the show, the restaurant, the shopping street, and all other areas, are inspired by Thai mythology, legends, and folklore. The name “FantaSea” is a combination of the word “Fantasy” and “Sea” to mean “a Sea of Fantasy.” The result is a stunning 140-acre themed complex packed with a multitude of activities and entertainments: a carnival village with games, handicrafts, and shopping, a 4,000-seat themed restaurant offering a grand buffet of Thai and international cuisines, a breathtaking Las Vegas-style theatrical show, displaying Thailand’s myths, mysteries, grace and beauty.
PHUKET GOLF
RED MOUNTAIN
Red Mountain is more than just great golf. A stunning garden of tropical trees, flowers, and shrubs exhibits the most beautiful and vibrant flora of the area attracting Phuket’s colorful species of butterflies and birds. Ornithological trails introduce bird watchers to some of the region’s most spectacular and distinctive birds. Man’s legacy at the Tin Mine was a unique landscape for the magic of nature’s renewal and rejuvenation and a magnificent raw canvas for our course. Rare and beautiful forms of plants and wildlife, exotic ferns, wild orchids, Indian rhododendrons, and nepenthes, have flourished in the old mine landscape. Golfers will enjoy one of Phuket’s stunning virgin forests, where ancient trees reach for the clouds and weird and wonderful wildlife create a cacophony of tropical jungle sounds. Known locally as the most challenging course in Phuket and often voted amongst Thailand’s finest, the course is sculpted into the rugged rocky terrain left over from the old tin mine days. It is both a scenic delight and a truly unique challenge.
BLUE CANYON PHUKET
Blue Canyon Country Club has been rated as one of the most prestigious golf clubs in Asia, with two stunning, award-winning championship courses on its 700+ acres of succulent valley seamlessly winding its way through rubber plantations and tin mines. The rigorous Canyon Course remains renowned for hosting the Johnnie Walker Classics Tournament twice and offers a challenging and thorough game. At the same time, the visually stunning Lakes Course promises magnificent views of the dramatic natural vistas while enjoying a more relaxing round. Driving ranges, practice putting greens, and lessons from professional golfers are available at both courses, with a Pro Shop carrying top gear and apparel brands within the club facilities. The common clubhouse offers a full range of world-class amenities, including sauna, Jacuzzi, massages, and restaurant restaurants.
LAGUNA GOLF PHUKET
Laguna Golf Phuket is part of Asia’s first fully integrated destination resort, set within the world-renowned Laguna Phuket. With easy accessibility by complimentary shuttle services between the surrounding hotels in Laguna Phuket, the redesigned golf course has been revitalized to reach world-class standards. A surrounding scenic environment, comprising lush green mountains, white sandy beaches, and environmental lagoons, makes Laguna Golf Phuket a truly idyllic golf paradise. The Club’s members from all around the world have created over the decades a warm and friendly club ambiance, always welcoming new members and players.
KIDS FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES
THE UPSIDE DOWN HOUSE MUSEUM
The Upside Down House Museum and Attractions is one of Phuket’s most unique and popular tourist attractions. It’s a great place to get creative and snap some mind-boggling images and videos. With plenty of crazy things to do, this wacky museum will surely provide hours of amusement for visitors of all ages. Don’t forget the Street Art display with 3D effects. And while you are it, why not discover the Maze, Escape Room Game, or indulge in a 9D virtual reality cinema experience! Enjoy a single attraction or take advantage of our value combo ticket deals! So, if you’re looking for something fun and exciting to do while in Phuket Town, be sure to visit the Upside Down House Museum and Attractions Phuket.
PHUKET ADVENTURE MINI GOLF
Phuket Adventure Golf is a mix between mini golf and long golf, played on artificial grass with a putter and a ball. Our spectacular and exciting 18 holes of mini golf take about an hour to play. The course is suitable for those who have never held a golf club, but also challenging enough for those who play full size courses.
TRICK EYE MUSEUM PHUKET
World renowned 3D Museum now in Phuket! Trick Eye Museum brings you closer to art through the use of optical illusions .Immerse yourself in different settings at 5 themed zones and recreate into memorable photographs with your imagination. Trick Eye Museum, the optical illusion 3D art museum, is the hottest attraction in Phuket. Trick Eye Museum is the world’s first AR (augmented reality) museum, which applies augmented reality technology on its exhibits to produce vibrant and exciting photos and videos. Visitors can meet a fire-breathing sea dragon while standing over a log bridge, swim with whale sharks while trapped in a large tank, and even meet polar bears while sitting on ice cliffs.
AQUARIA PHUKET
Aquaria is the best aquarium in Phuket and the biggest in Thailand. Located in the heart of the city, beneath Central Phuket Floresta. A magical underwater journey at Phuket’s best aquarium that takes you through the wonders of the ocean and the mysteries of the rivers. Be entertained and inspired by over 25,000 animals and interact with our knowledgeable and friendly staff to learn more about the ocean’s wonders. Amaze your eyes and brain at Phuket aquarium, Central Phuket Floresta.
SHOPPING MALL
BOAT AVENUE
Boat Avenue at Cherngtalay district is Thailand’s first container mall with a surrounding retail and lifestyle area. Avenue is a popular spot for local and international families and visitors. The lively area draws visitors from Bangtao, Surin, Layan and Kamala beach areas and is also home to a regular Friday night market. With an international supermarket and wide range of eateries, boutiques and personal care centres, Boat Avenue has something for everyone.
PORTO DE PHUKET
Situated in Cherngtalay district, near Boat Avenue and Laguna Phuket, Porto de Phuket is a part of the Central Group, one of Thailand’s top department store retailers. This open-air lifestyle & shopping destination has a finest living experience theme, that combines design, lifestyle and nature. It consists of 7 features including a Phuketian Mercado that serves tempting food from morning to evening menu, a Central Food Hall, Restaurant and Cafe Zone, a Multi Design House, a Healthy Heaven Area, a Kid’s Learning Centre and a Pet Friendly Zone.
ROBINSON LIFESTYLE THALANG
Robinson Lifestyle Thalang is a new landmark located near the Phuket heroines’ monument roundabout. This all-in-one shopping mall is a modern destination for everyone to come for a variety of purposes whether eating, shopping or playing. There are a large array of popular restaurants, various shops & stores with brand-name products, entertaining zones for kids, a foodpark for local food seekers and also cinemas for movie lovers.
CENTRAL PATONG SHOPPING CENTRE
Central Patong offers an expansive merchandise selection, a variety of outlets, and dining experience for all lifestyles in a modern and welcoming ambience. This department store features several types of products from fashion, beauty, healthcare, electronic appliances, gadgets, stationary to home entertainment products and systems. There are also a number of restaurants and cafes, that serve different styles of food, suitable for all tastes.
CENTRAL PHUKET SHOPPING CENTRE
Phuket’s largest shopping destination comprises of two modernly designed buildings (Festival and Floresta) 40 minutes from the hotel. ‘Central’ features luxury brands, a TOP’s supermarket, hundreds of lifestyle shops & F&B outlets as well as three main attractions of a cinema, aquarium and an adventure theme park. This is Phuket’s largest and most modern department shopping store.
PHUKET NIGHT MARKET
NAKA NIGHT MARKET
Phuket Weekend Market, or Naka Market or even ‘Chaofa Variety Weekend Market’, is an immense night bazaar located near Central Festival in Phuket Town. Occasionally it’s even called ‘Phuket Chatuchak’ by reference to the giant Chatuchak Weekend Market in Bangkok and Thais call it ‘Talad Tairod’, which means ‘Car Boot Sale’
CHILLVA NIGHT MARKET
Chillva Market Phuket is one of the markets that has opened in recent years and is probably one of the best on the island, it’s a bit more upmarket and trendy than what you expect from a night market, then even have their own themed branding. What you can find here is of course good food, and regular night marked goods like clothes, jewelry, shoes and various trendy gadgets.
FUN FRIDAY AVENUE MARKET
Fun Friday Avenue Market is a small weekend market popping up every Friday evening at Boat Avenue on the way to Phuket Laguna. It’s modest in size but fun to visit if you stay in the Bangtao Beach area. Night markets are part of Thailand life, and wherever there is a market, there is a crowd and lots of food!
KAMALA NIGHT MARKET
Kamala Friday Night Market has gained a lot in popularity since its creation and its size seems to expand week after week. The goods sold here are the usual suspects: clothing, fashion accessories (bags, hats, scarves), electronic or mechanical gadgets and toys, and so on. The most interesting side of the market is its food section, which offers an incredible choice of delicious local products and ready-made snacks, from tropical fruits to pancakes to satay to sushi.
PHUKET FRESH MARKET
BANZAAN FRESH MARKET
Banzaan Fresh Market in Patong is set in a large, building that contains a wide variety of reasonably priced food products, clothes and restaurants. There is a Food Village on the upper floor, which houses Thai and Seafood Restaurants, a Food Court and a few Clothing Stalls. On the ground floor is a Food Market where fresh seafood, fish, meat, flowers, fruit, vegetables and spices are sold. Cooking ingredients you expect to find in typical local fresh markets can be found here but in a cleaner and more pleasant atmosphere. The outdoor car park turns into an outdoor street food stall area at night.
KAMALA VILLAGE FRESH MARKET
Kamala Village Market is held on Wednesdays and Saturdays, right at a foothill that separates Kamala from Patong. It’s a colourful and lively market that gives you a glimpse of daily life in southern Thailand and a chance to find local products. Kamala Village Market also hosts stalls selling accessories, clothing, and delicious ready-made snacks.
PHUKET TOWN CENTRAL MARKETS
Phuket Town Central Market in Phuket Town is opposite Thai Airways offices, in front of the local ‘blue bus‘ station. The market is large but not so busy, probably because two-thirds of the shops didn’t want to move inside the new market possibly because of the cost, and you will still find them somewhere across the road in a maze of small streets.
Where to eat IN PHUKET
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