Phuket Province
What you need to know before you go
Phuket is among the world’s finest beach destinations, with fine white sands, nodding palm trees, glittering seas and lively towns. It has something for a wide array of tastes and budgets, with hundreds of hotels to choose from, an eclectic choice of dining and plenty of partying options. Aside from visiting the fantastic attractions of Thailand’s biggest island, you can take an exhilarating speedboat trip to the many nearby tropical islands, including the famous Koh Phi Phi, or enjoy a serene cruise around the mystical Phang Nga Bay.
Phuket is blessed with more than 30 amazing beaches to choose from. Patong Beach, Kata, Karon and Kamala have always been the most popular, but the north of the island reveals some hidden gems for travelers searching for a more romantic atmosphere.
What to see & do in Phuket Province
Featured stories & fun stuffPhuket has a fantastic array of attractions. From natural to man-made, from land-based to water activities, there's always something to see and do on Phuket Island. The beauty of it all is that these wonders are all within a short driving or sailing distance from each other. There are weird and wonderful museums, remarkable religious and cultural structures, exotic shows, vibrant nightlife and some beautiful beaches on which... Read more
67 Best Things to Do in Phuket
There are plenty of really memorable things to do in Phuket. The island itself has a beautiful historical old town, great viewpoints and iconic cultural attractions. It's also a good base for exploring the nearby islands and their must-see...8 Best Snorkeling Beaches in Phuket
The best places to snorkel in Phuket are just a short distance from some of the island’s most fantastic beaches...11 Best Things to Do with Kids in Phuket
Phuket is a great destination for families traveling with kids. There are plenty of things to do with kids of...8 Best Tours in Phuket
These best Phuket tours will certainly spice up your vacation with a great range of options for pleasure and adventure...10 Romantic Ideas for a Honeymoon in Phuket
Discover the most romantic tours Phuket has to offer. Phuket has fabulous beaches and resorts, but to make the best...9 Best Islands Around Phuket
Southern Thailand is blessed with an astonishing number of islands off its coasts. From tiny rocks to inhabitable larger tracts...33 Best Things To Do in Patong
The best things to do in Patong start from the very famous Bangla Road, but go so far beyond just...10 Best Beaches in Phuket
Phuket is known for its outstanding beaches, probably more than anything else. With over 30 of them around the island...22 Must-See Temples in Phuket
Our list of the must-see temples in Phuket comprises wats (Buddhist temples) and Chinese shrines (Taoist temples). Wats are...
Where & what to eat in Phuket Province
If you love food, you will love Phuket. There are restaurants to suit every taste, serving a huge selection of western and Asian food. The variety of cuisine and dining experiences is one of the major attractions of the island. You can eat breakfast at your hotel, lunch at a local noodle stall, and have dinner with fine wines in a sophisticated air-conditioned restaurant. While Thai food is world... Read more
10 Best Local Restaurants in Phuket
The best local restaurants in Phuket are a sample of local eating venues that specialize in Thai and/or Phuket cuisine. These restaurants are where locals go when feel like good, familiar food. Some of these popular eateries do not...10 Best Thai Food in Phuket
Thai food – as exotic as it is – needs no introduction. While you'll probably find at least 1 Thai restaurant in...10 Best Seafood Restaurants in Phuket
Phuket is renowned for its fresh seafood and it’s almost a rite of passage for visitors to have at least...
Where to shop & what to buy in Phuket Province
Phuket has a great variety of shopping, from bustling open-air village markets, noisy night markets, and street stalls to western-style department stores and upmarket specialist shops. Prices naturally vary, going from amazing bargains to credit card-melting designer labels. With traditional handicrafts, beautifully designed clothing, jewelry, antiques, homeware and much more to choose from, the only thing you'll regret about shopping in Phuket is that you didn't bring... Read more
5 Great Night Markets in Phuket
The best night markets in Phuket have a special festival feel to them, often being accompanied by street performances and music. Local markets are generally a good place to find some great bargains on souvenirs and keepsakes. However, why waste...12 Best Shopping Malls in Phuket
The best shopping malls in Phuket compare favourably to Bangkok’s mega-shopping complexes. As with their famous counterparts from the...Jungceylon Shopping Mall in Patong
Jungceylon Shopping Center is the major mall in downtown Patong and one of the biggest in Phuket. You can find...
Where to go & what to do at night in Phuket Province
Phuket's reputation as a partying hotspot is well-deserved and agreed by an international crowd of revellers who descend on the island. With go-go bars, ladyboy cabaret shows, discos and clubs, live bands and international DJs, there's everything that makes Thailand's party scene famous the world over. While most parts of the island have their own small party scene, the place to be after dark is Bangla Road in... Read more
10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Phuket
Phuket’s nightlife is extremely varied, even if it's best known for being a bit extreme. From wild nightclubs to quiet little beer bars and from dinner shows and sipping a cocktail at a beach bar, it’s all there for those...Bangla Road in Patong Beach
Phuket's Bangla Road really comes to life after sunset, when the road is closed to traffic and becomes a 400...10 Best Beach Clubs in Phuket
When it comes to picking the best beach clubs in Phuket, there's no shortage of great choices. There's quite a...
Useful information
Phuket Island is 48-km long and 21-km across at its widest point, so you're never far from the sea at any given point. The weather is at its best from March to early May and at its wettest from May to October, though mornings and afternoons are still generally sunny and clear. Temperatures tend to be between 25°C on the coolest nights and 33°C on the... Read more
Phuket Weather
Phuket has a tropical monsoonal climate. It's warm year-round, but it’s hottest from April to May and from September to October. The September–October period is also the wettest, thanks to the south-west monsoon. Thanks to its position...Getting Around Phuket
Getting around Phuket is relatively easy, as the island is served by many private and public transportation options. Most of...Phuket Festivals & Events
Festivals in Phuket are exciting, sometimes bizarre spectacles and certainly never bland. The island's most distinctive event is the annual...
neighborhoods in Phuket Province
Old Phuket Town
Phuket Town is a historically rich part of the island, built on riches reaped from Phuket's tin industry. The town has absorbed many aspects of the varying cultures which...
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Bangtao (also known as Cherngtalay or Choeng Thale) is a study in contrasts. You can find luxurious resorts and villas along its 6-km-long beach just a few minutes...
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Cape Panwa is a quiet but remarkable part of Phuket's east coast, home to some stunning yet little-known beaches. With views across Chalong Bay and Lone Island, luxury villas...
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