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!
Bloodline Tattoo Phuket Thailand is an Australian-owned, award-winning studio in Soi Patong resort, off Bangla Road in Patong Beach. They are proud to maintain strict hygiene up to Australian health code standards in the most sterile tattoo environment possible.
Pitbull Tattoo Phuket is a custom tattoo studio under Western management, located on the vibrant Bangla Road, in the heart of Patong Beach. They can accommodate a wide variety of designs and styles.
This includes Traditional Sak Yant Bamboo Tattoos, Realistic Tattoos, Japanese Tattoos, Polynesian Tribal Tattoos, Mandala Tattoos and more. Their artists are skilled in using bright colours and black and grey ink.
Sacred Tattoo Patong is a small tattoo shop established in 2011, located at the Indigo Hotel in the heart of Patong. They specialise in not only incredible machine tattoos of all styles but have also become renowned for their amazing Ajarn.
CryptoInk Tattoo Studio is Thailand’s first crypto-friendly tattoo studio, providing a space where tattoo and cryptocurrency enthusiasts can connect.
Sport Wake Park in Phuket is a fantastic destination for wakeboarding enthusiasts of all levels, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider. Located just 5 minutes from Phuket International Airport, this park offers a great place to enjoy a thrilling day on the water.
Rattachai is a Muay Thai training camp owned by Khun Nai, a three-time Lumpinee Stadium champion. Found near the popular Muay Thai soi in Chalong, the camp offers group classes twice a day and private training.
Open for more than 25 years, Suwit Muay Thai Camp is said to be the first Muay Thai camp in Phuket, and many of its students have gone on to fight around Thailand and internationally. The trainers are all highly experienced, and the camp in Chalong has a gym, boxing rings and accommodation.
As its name suggests, MMA is a big focus at this training camp in Rawai, with a mix of Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), boxing, wrestling, and strength and fitness classes on offer. Absolute MMA trainers come from many martial arts backgrounds, including MMA and Muay Thai champions.
Rawai Boxing Camp is in a quiet setting in Rawai with a gym, shared accommodation and bungalows on site. Opened by skilled trainers formerly of Supa and Rawai Muay Thai camps, this is a great place to go if you’re keen to home in on Muay Thai training only.
AKA Thailand in Phuket is an offshoot of the original AKA in the US, a top centre for MMA training founded by American kickboxing champion Javier Mendez
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 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.
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, 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 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 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.
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.
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 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 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
Post Views: 2,592 Red Mountain’s Easier Neighbour in a Palm-Lined Valley Loch Palm Golf Club is one of the most enjoyable and consistent courses in… Read More »Loch Palm Golf Club
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
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 is a famous championship golf course which twice hosted the prestigious Johnnie Walker Classic which was won by Tiger Woods.
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.
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 is the most important Buddhist temple in Phuket. The temple complex sits in the Chalong area in the south of the island and is the most visited temple by both tourists and local worshippers.
The Big Buddha is a 45-metre-high white marble statue sitting on top of Nakkerd Hill in southern Phuket.
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.
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.
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.
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, 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 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.
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 tours in Phuket usually take place in designated areas or trails, where participants can ride through forests, rubber plantations, and muddy tracks.
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.
Post Views: 6,522 Where to get your hair, nails and facial done in Phuket? If you need to attend a wedding party, a special event… Read More »Best Beauty Salons in Phuket
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.
Embarking on a sailing tour around Phuket’s stunning islands with the remarkable crew aboard the Amadeus catamaran is an adventure that promises beauty, serenity, and the kind of unique experiences
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 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.
Post Views: 4,196 What is Rebreather Diving? Getting that National Geographic moment with Thailand Marine life has become more common in Phuket with bubble-free diving… Read More »Rebreather Diving in Phuket
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.
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.
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 is huge 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 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, situated near Phi Phi Island, is a picturesque tropical getaway with stunning beaches, clear waters, and lush vegetation covering most of the island.
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
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.”
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.
