About Phuket
Phuket is Thailand's largest island — beaches from Patong to quiet west-coast coves, plus Phuket Town's Sino-Portuguese streets and island day trips.
Best time
November–April dry season
Weather
Tropical monsoon — hot year-round; wetter May–October
Airport
Phuket International (HKT)
Getting around
Grab or driver for beaches; boats for Phi Phi and James Bond Island
Experiences
Things to do in Phuket
1
Big Buddha of Phuket
2
Old Phuket Town Sino-Portuguese streets
3
Patong / Kata / Karon beaches
4
Phi Phi Islands day trip
5
Promthep Cape sunset
6
Wat Chalong
7
Phang Nga Bay / James Bond Island
8
Bangla Road nightlife (Patong)
Budget travel
Free things to do in Phuket
Patong / Kata / Karon beaches
Promthep Cape sunset
Freedom Beach
Kata viewpoint
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Big Buddha of Phuket
- Visit Old Phuket Town Sino-Portuguese streets
- Visit Patong / Kata / Karon beaches
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Phi Phi Islands day trip
- Visit Promthep Cape sunset
- Visit Wat Chalong
- 3
Day 3
More highlights
- Visit Phang Nga Bay / James Bond Island
- Visit Bangla Road nightlife (Patong)
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $$
Raya Restaurant
Southern Thai · Phuket Town heritage favourite
- $
Kopitiam by Wilai
Peranakan / Thai · Local Phuket Town café
- $
One Chun
Southern Thai · Phuket Old Town classic
- $$$$
PRU (Trisara)
Farm-to-table · Destination tasting-menu restaurant
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $$$$
Trisara
Northwestern coast · Pool-villa luxury landmark
- $$$$
Amanpuri
Pansea Beach · Original Aman beach resort
- $$$
The Naka Phuket
Kamala · Adults-only pool-villa favourite
Shopping
- Phuket Old Town
- Jungceylon
- night markets
Nightlife
- Patong Beach Road
- Bangla Road
- Old Town cafés
Museums & culture
- Phuket Philatelic Museum
- Thai Hua Museum
Local foods to try
- Southern Thai curries
- Fresh seafood
- Mee sua
- Mango sticky rice
Hidden gems
- Cape Panwa
- Freedom Beach
- Kata viewpoint
Travel tips
- West-coast beaches are calmer for swimming in dry season
- Respect temple dress codes in Phuket Town
- Book island boats with reputable operators; wear life jackets
In pictures
Phuket gallery
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
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