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What to Do?

What to Do in Phuket? What not to miss, and what are the must-see? There are so many answers. Phuket is blessed with many activities and attractions. Some are on the island, and the most impressive are near enough to visit one or more in a single day. After 25 years here, it is quite easy to answer, and we listed all the places we love most in this ‘Phuket Attractions’ section… have fun!

Revolution Muay Thai Camp

Revolution Muay Thai Camp

    Revolution is a well-known name in the Muay Thai scene, ideal for those wanting to mix training with a beach escape, with beautiful Surin Beach just 400 metres away and 200 m from Bangtao Beach.

    Sumalee Boxing Gym

    Sumalee Boxing Gym

      Sumalee Boxing Gym is the only gym offering a holistic approach to Muay Thai training that incorporates optional yoga and nutritional programs. Sumalee offers a more individualised training experience, away from the crowds.

      Sinbi Muay Thai Training Camp

      Sinbi Muay Thai Training Camp

        Founded by champion Muay Thai boxer Khun Sing, Sinbi Muay Thai has a large open-air training centre with three full-size rings and an equipped gym. Classes are open to anyone from beginners to professional fighters, with training customised to your skill level

        Adventure Village at Blue Tree Water Park Phuket

        Adventure Village

          Adventure Village, the largest amusement park in the north of the island, is located in the BlueTree complex in BangTao and is a premier destination for family fun and excitement.

          Tiger Muay Thai

          Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Training Camp

            Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Training Camp is Phuket’s biggest and most widely known Muay Thai camp. Since Tiger opened in 2003 on Soi Ta-Iad in Chalong.

            Bangtao Muay Thai & MMA in Phuket

            Bangtao Muay Thai & MMA

              Bangtao Muay Thai & MMA is a martial arts and fitness gym on Phuket’s North West Coast. It caters to martial arts and fitness enthusiasts seeking training and accommodations, suitable for both recreational and serious training.

              Aquella Golf Resort and Country Club

              Aquella Golf and Country Club

                The Aquella Golf Resort and Country Club was built beside the Andaman Sea, overlooking Thai Muang Beach, around 40 minutes north of Phuket International Airport.

                Katathong Golf Resort

                Katathong Golf Resort

                  A relatively new addition to the Phuket golfing scene, Katathong Golf Resort near Phuket is situated around 60 minutes north of Phuket airport in a picturesque jungle-clad valley.

                  Phuket Country Club

                  Phuket Country Club

                    Phuket Country Club is one of the oldest courses in Phuket and is quite short compared to some of the more modern golf courses, but it is still extremely popular with locals and visitors and is an ideal choice for high handicappers.

                    Mission Hills Golf Resort

                    Mission Hills Phuket Golf Course

                      Mission Hills Phuket Golf Course was designed by legendary golfer Jack Nicklaus and is the only golf course in Phuket with holes that run beside the sea

                      Laguna Golf Phuket

                      Laguna Golf Phuket

                        Laguna Golf Phuket is an extremely popular resort golf course in the middle of the Laguna Hotel and Resorts complex close to Bangtao beach.  It used to be a very flat and uninteresting layout, but a few years ago, it was remodelled and re-designed

                        Red Mountain Golf Club Phuket

                        Red Mountain Golf Club

                          When asked to pick the best course they have played in Phuket, most golfers will probably choose Red Mountain Golf Club. The scenery is amazing, and the layout is one of the most unusual in Thailand.

                          Blue Canyon Country Club – Canyon Course

                          Blue Canyon Country Club – Canyon Course

                            Blue Canyon Country Club, Canyon Course is a famous championship golf course which twice hosted the prestigious Johnnie Walker Classic which was won by Tiger Woods. 

                            Blue Canyon Country Club – Lakes Course

                            Blue Canyon Country Club – Lakes Course

                              The Blue Canyon Country Club Lakes course is the “sister” course to the extremely difficult  Canyon Course, and although easier, it still provides plenty of challenges for the average golfer and not many scores well the first time they play here.

                              La Green Serenity Spa in Layan Beach, Phuket

                              La Green Serenity Spa

                                Located in a hotel in Layan, the quiet end of Bang Tao. Traditional Thai treatments, body scrubs, aromatherapy. Garden setting. Less crowded than the Patong or Kata spas. Worth the drive if you want somewhere calmer.

                                Wat Chalong from above

                                Wat Chalong Photos 📷

                                  Wat Chalong, officially known as Wat Chaiyathararam, is the largest and most revered Buddhist temple in Phuket. Built in the early 19th century, it is an important spiritual site for locals and tourists alike.

                                  Phuket Big Buddha Photo Gallery

                                  Phuket Big Buddha Photos 📷

                                    The construction of Phuket Big Buddha started in 2002, on the top of Nakkerd Hill in the south of Phuket Island. The site was very hard to reach in the first years and it was not yet famous as nothing was visible from the far and not many people talked about how big it would become.

                                    Old Phuket Town Photos

                                    Phuket Attractions & Activities Directory

                                      There is so much to do in Phuket and around, which is quite surprising considering how small the island is! Our list of things to see and do in Phuket could be broken down into two categories: what to do on the island and what to do near the island.

                                      Kayo Tattoo Studio Phuket

                                      Kayo Tattoo Studio Phuket

                                        Discover Thailand’s premier tattoo studio – Kayo Tattoo Studio. Known for its unparalleled creativity and high-quality expertise, Kayo Studio offers a truly unique tattoo experience.

                                        Froggys Fun Park in Patong Beach, Phuket

                                        Froggy’s Fun Park

                                          Froggy’s Fun Park is the largest amusement park in Phuket, located on the 3rd floor of JungCeylon Shopping Mall in the vibrant Patong Beach area. It offers a vast number of exciting activities and attractions for families, groups and people of all ages.

                                          Food Vendors at Loma Park in Patong Beach

                                          Loma Park in Patong Beach

                                            Loma Park (which means Dolphin Park) stretches from the middle to the northern end of Patong Beach in Phuket. It is a medium-sized green space offering some shade from the busy beach area.

                                            Tree Bay Clubhouse and Restaurant in Phuket

                                            Tree Bay Clubhouse Phuket

                                              Tree Bay Clubhouse, built on a hillside below the renowned Karon Viewpoint, is a two-storey restaurant offering breathtaking views of the 3 famous bays, so iconic in the south of Phuket: Kata Noi Beach, Kata Beach, and Karon Beach.

                                              The G Beach Club Phuket

                                              The G Beach Club

                                                The G Beach Club is a hidden gem near Patong Beach on the way to Paradise Beach, a new hideaway beach club dedicated to exploring vibrant marine life among pristine coral reefs in clear waters.

                                                Things to Do in Krabi

                                                11 Best Things to Do in Krabi

                                                  Krabi is a province east of Phuket on the Andaman Coast that’s home to some of Thailand’s most spectacular islands and beaches, as well as dramatic limestone mountain landscapes and jungles to explore.

                                                  ATV in Phuket

                                                  Phuket ATV tours

                                                    ATV tours in Phuket usually take place in designated areas or trails, where participants can ride through forests, rubber plantations, and muddy tracks.

                                                    Wat Mongkhon Wararam (Wat Nai Yang)

                                                    Wat Mongkhon Wararam (Wat Nai Yang)

                                                      The Mongkhon Wararam Temple (Wat Nai Yang) is located in Nai Yang Village, just 500 metres from the superb beach of Nai Yang, and just next to the Proud Hotel.

                                                      Wat Charoen Samanakij in Phuket Town

                                                      Wat Charoen Samanakij (Wat Lang San) วัดเจริญสมณกิจ

                                                        Wat Charoen Samanakij, also known as Wat Lang San, is a beautiful and serene temple nestled on the slopes of Toh Sae Hill in Phuket Town, behind the old Phuket Prison which has since moved to the north of the island. It is a relatively new temple, having been built in 2012, but it has quickly become a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike.

                                                        Dinner in The Sky in Phuket Island, Thailand

                                                        Dinner In The Sky Phuket

                                                          Dinner in the Sky Phuket is a unique culinary adventure in the sky of Karon Beach. Picture yourself dining at an astounding height of 50 meters, savoring exquisite dishes while your eyes feast on the breathtaking view of the enchanting Karon Bay.

                                                          Malika Terrace and Sky Bar at Kalima Resort in Phuket

                                                          Malika Sky Bar

                                                            Malika Sky Bar is an unexpected gem at the popular Kalima Resort located between Patong Beach and Kamala Beach. The rooftop is surprisingly large and well-designed to accommodate visitors according to their sitting preferences.

                                                            John Gray's Hong by Starlight in Phang Nga Bay near Phuket

                                                            Hong by Starlight by John Gray’s SeaCanoe

                                                              John Gray’s Hong by Starlight day trip in Phang Nga Bay is an extraordinary adventure that offers a unique and immersive experience in one of Thailand’s most captivating natural wonders.

                                                              Adventure Mini Golf, Bang Tao Beach

                                                              Phuket Adventure Mini Golf

                                                                Phuket Adventure Mini Golf is a beautifully designed course nestled among palm trees, bushes, water, bamboo, and grey granite rocks in Bang Tao Beach. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, on a date or with your colleagues or extended family, you are sure to have a fun-filled day in this unparalleled setting.

                                                                Maya Beach Club Phuket, Bang Tao Beach

                                                                Maya Beach Club Phuket

                                                                  Located on Bang Tao Beach, Maya Beach Club Phuket offers an exquisite blend of international and local cuisine, sun-soaked days, and electrifying nights.

                                                                  Carnival Magic Phuket

                                                                  Carnival Magic Phuket

                                                                    Carnival Magic is a brand new 40-acre nighttime Thai carnival theme park, known as the Magical Kingdom of Lights. It features numerous record-breaking attractions that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

                                                                    Yona Floating Beach Club

                                                                    Yona Beach Club

                                                                      Yona is a floating beach club open since August 8th that is taking the Phuket Beach Club scene to move to a new level!

                                                                      Bamboo Island near Koh Phi Phi

                                                                      Bamboo Island (Koh Mai Phai) 🏝️

                                                                        Bamboo Island, situated near Phi Phi Island, is a picturesque tropical getaway with stunning beaches, clear waters, and lush vegetation covering most of the island.

                                                                        Phuket Business Directory

                                                                        Phuket Directory

                                                                          This Phuket Directory of all the places we wrote about will help you plan your next trip. You can sort every hotel, restaurant, shop, attraction, and nightlife venue by type, location, and popularity

                                                                          The legend of John “Caveman” Gray

                                                                          The legend of John Gray

                                                                            John Gray discovered Phang Nga Bay’s hidden caves in the late 1980s, founding Thailand’s original sea kayak tour company and earning the local name Ling Yai, or “Giant Monkey.”

                                                                            Popular Tours and Day Trips in and around Phuket

                                                                            Popular Tours in and around Phuket

                                                                              Explore the many wonders of Phuket on a stress-free tour. Discover the grandeur of Wat Chalong, and explore the vibrant history and cultural heritage in Old Phuket Town’s charming streets.

                                                                              Kitesurfing in Phuket

                                                                              Kitesurfing in Phuket

                                                                                Kitesurfing, an exhilarating water sport that combines elements of surfing, wakeboarding, and kite flying, has gained popularity on the beautiful island of Phuket.

                                                                                Aungku Phuket Cafe in Old Phuket Town

                                                                                Aungku Phuket Cafe

                                                                                  Aungku Phuket is a cafe that literally popped up in a couple of months at the intersection of two famous streets of the Old Phuket Town: Thalang Road Soi Romanee.

                                                                                  Fuga Beach Club in Patong Beach, Phuket

                                                                                  FUGA Beach Club

                                                                                    FUGA Beach Club, located at the northern end of Patong Beach just below Novotel Patong, is a recently opened seaside restaurant and beach club offering a fun experience.

                                                                                    What to Do in Phuket?

                                                                                    What to Do in Phuket

                                                                                      What to Do in Phuket? Phuket is known for its beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant nightlife. Some of the most popular attractions on the island include the Big Buddha, Wat Chalong Temple, the old streets of Phuket Town

                                                                                      Flamingo Beach Front Cafe - Ao Yon Beach

                                                                                      Flamingo Beach Front Cafe – Ao Yon Beach

                                                                                        Flamingo Beach Front Cafe is a superb beachside restaurant and bar located on the hidden Ao Yon Beach, southwest of Phuket. Its unique location right on the beach offers stunning views of the turquoise waters and soft sand.

                                                                                        Starbucks Sinae Phuket on Koh Sirey Island

                                                                                        Hilltop Cafe by Sinae Phuket

                                                                                          Hilltop Cafe by Sinae Phuket is an unusual and unexpected version of the famous Seattle-based coffee shop, perched at the top of Sinae Hotel on Koh Siray, an island located east of Phuket Town and connected to Phuket by a bridge so short that it never felt like an island.

                                                                                          Meg Khram The Sunshine Restaurant in Patong Beach, Phuket

                                                                                          Meg Khram The Sunshine Restaurant

                                                                                            Meg Khram The Sunshine Restaurant is an upmarket Thai restaurant located at the north end of Patong Beach, where the original Baan Rim Pa restaurant used to be, just at the feet of Novotel Phuket Resort.

                                                                                            Kata Night Market, Phuket Thailand

                                                                                            Kata Night Market

                                                                                              Kata Night Market is not a very well-known market as it is rather hidden between a maze of buildings and small hotels in the middle of Kata Beach, roughly behind Club Med hotel.

                                                                                              Phuket Big Buddha is the most important landmark of Phuket in Thailand

                                                                                              Hiking to Phuket Big Buddha from Karon Beach

                                                                                                Hiking to Phuket Big Buddha from Karon Beach is a great experience for the adventurous: there’s a slower and sweatier way to the top of Big Buddha hill, starting from the west side of the hill near Kata and Karon beaches.