Sui Boon Tong Shrine
Sui Boon Tong Shrine is a lesser-known Chinese shrine, but despite its discreet location and modest entrance, it remains an active spiritual site and plays a meaningful role during the annual Phuket Vegetarian Festival.
Phuket Town
Explore Phuket Town with guides to cafés, local restaurants, and heritage attractions. Discover the island’s Old Town, street art, and unique cultural spots.
Aikwanich Mansion on Dibuk Road
You can’t miss this mint-green building when you walk through the heart of Phuket Old Town — it sits right at the corner where Dibuk Road meets Yaowarat Road, just opposite the Locktien Local Food Court, a beautiful example of the island’s old Sino-Portuguese architecture.
Beerfest Restaurant and Brewery
Beerfest Restaurant and Craft Beer Brewery on the outskirts of Phuket Town (near Central Phuket)is a spacious yet cosy venue that offers a unique dining and drinking experience.
Roti Taew Nam
Roti Taew Nam is one of those rare places in Phuket Town that never seems to change. Set right at the entrance of the Sunday Walking Street Market, this tiny shop has been around for more than 70 years.
Long Hun Keng Shrine
Long Hun Keng Shrine (肜雲宮) is a small and lesser-known Chinese shrine located along Thepkasattri Road in Phuket Town. Despite its modest size and low profile, it holds cultural significance for the local Chinese-Thai community, especially during the Vegetarian Festival.
Ekachai Kai Ob Restaurant
Ekachai Kai Ob is the kind of local restaurant people often recommend when you ask where to find good Thai food in Phuket Town. Located right along a busy roadside, it might not look like much from the outside, but the tables are always full by dinner time.
Kaithong Restaurant
Kaithong Restaurant at Central Festival Phuket (Floresta Wing) is one of those places that often gets missed, which is surprising considering how good the food is.
The Memory at On On Hotel in Phuket Town Video
The Memory at On On Hotel is a historic hotel in the heart of Phuket Town. The original On On Hotel dates back to the 1920s and was one of the oldest guesthouses on the island.
Andamanda Video
Andamanda is a large waterpark near Phuket Town, themed around Thai mythology. The park opened in 2022 and quickly became one of the most popular family attractions on the island.
Phuket Sunday Walking Street Market Video
The Sunday Walking Street Market takes over Thalang Road in the heart of Phuket Old Town every Sunday evening.
Chillva Market Video
Chillva Market is one of the most popular night markets in Phuket, located on the outskirts of Phuket Town.
Phuket Town Video
Phuket Town is the island’s historic centre, located on the east coast away from the beaches. The old quarter is full of colourful Sino-Portuguese shophouses dating back to the tin mining era, many of which have been restored and turned into cafes, small hotels, and galleries.
Go La Hokkien Fried Noodles
Go La is a small noodle shop on Kra Road in Phuket Town, away from the tourist streets. I’ve been going for years. It’s been in the same family since the early 1900s, now run by the third generation.
AR Trick Eye Museum Phuket
The AR Trick Eye Museum Phuket is a fun and interactive attraction located at Central Floresta Phuket on the outskirts of Phuket Town (on the way to Patong Beach, which makes it easy to reach).
Ton Mayom Restaurant
Ton Mayom (ต้นมะยม) is a long-established restaurant tucked along a busy roadside on the outskirts of Phuket Town. For decades, it was a low-key spot known only to locals, who came to enjoy its authentic Southern Thai dishes.
Jim Thompson Phuket
Jim Thompson is a famous brand known for its superb Thai silk products, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern designs. The brand offers a surprisingly wide range of silk items, including scarves and fashionable, lightweight clothing for men and women.
Quip Bed & Breakfast
Quip Bed & Breakfast offers a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere right in the heart of Phuket Old Town. This cozy spot is perfect for travelers looking to explore the area while enjoying a comfortable, budget-friendly stay. The hotel’s central location means you’re just a short walk from local attractions, markets, and historic sites.
Chino Town Gallery Alley
If you’re looking for a budget-friendly spot right in the heart of Phuket Old Town, Chino Town Gallery Alley could be just what you need. Situated in a quieter area, you’ll find it easy to access local landmarks, street markets, and the historic architecture of the old town—all within a short walk.
Isara Boutique Hotel and Café
If you’re after a quiet, comfortable stay right in the heart of Phuket Old Town, Isara Boutique Hotel and Café is a solid pick. It offers a mix of modern comfort with a touch of Thai charm
Ratri Hotel Phuket Old Town
Ratri Hotel is a great option for budget travellers looking for a simple and comfortable stay in the heart of Phuket Old Town. Its ideal location makes exploring the vibrant streets, local markets, and historical landmarks on foot easy. The hotel offers a peaceful, relaxed atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after a busy day of sightseeing.
Blu Monkey Hub & Hotel Phuket
Blu Monkey Hub & Hotel Phuket is one of those places that’s simple but hits all the right notes. Located in the heart of Phuket Old Town, it’s a perfect base if you want to explore the area’s sights, cafes, and markets without being far from the action.
Peranakan Boutique Hotel
Peranakan Boutique Hotel is a lovely spot located right in the heart of Phuket Old Town. It’s close to everything you need—whether you’re interested in wandering through the colorful streets, checking out local markets, or visiting the historic landmarks. Everything is just a short walk away.
The Rommanee Classic Guesthouse
The Rommanee Classic Guesthouse is a charming, budget-friendly spot right in the heart of Phuket Old Town. Just a short walk from top attractions like the Thai Hua Museum, this guesthouse makes it easy to explore the local sights.
Ecoloft Hotel
Ecoloft Hotel is an excellent choice for those seeking comfort, convenience, and great value. Located in Phuket’s vibrant heart, it’s just a short stroll away from popular attractions like the Thai Hua Museum and Chinpracha House.
Formula Fun Karting
Formula Fun Karting is Thailand’s First Indoor Electric Go-Kart Track, featuring Racing Simulator, Paddock Club and Academy. Located on the Bypass road near Phuket Town, Formula Fun Karting is Phuket’s newest attraction, unleashing the thrill of go-kart racing indoors.
Bookhemian
Bookhemian is a café that has been around for many decades. It was originally a secondhand bookstore, back when reading played a bigger role in our daily lives before social media made books feel almost obsolete.
The Chartered Bank Intersection in Phuket Town
The Old Chartered Bank intersection in Phuket Town is definitely the hottest selfie spot on the island now. A small crowd of young people are engulfed in their selfie fashion show at each corner of the intersection of Phuket Road and Dibuk Road.
Pearl Massage & Café
Same brand as Pearl Spa in Karon, but smaller and more casual. Located in Old Town. Combines a café with massage services. Convenient if you’re doing the walking street or exploring the Sino-Portuguese buildings. Prices lower than the Karon location.
Phuket Town vs Patong Beach
Phuket Town and Patong Beach are the two busiest city centres in Phuket, each with their own distinct things to see and do for travellers. Phuket Town is home to the island province’s government offices and is the cultural heart of Phuket.
Pulse Real Estate in Phuket
Phuket real estate is an agency with condos, apartments & villas for sale and rent in Phuket. Schedule your free property tour with hotel pick-up and drop-off today.
Hill Club Yoga Studio Phuket
Hill Club Yoga Studio is a yoga studio on the outskirt of Phuket Town specializing in small group classes, offering morning (Yin, Flow and Hatha Yoga) and evening (Yang Yoga) classes daily, striving to become a destination for Wellness Within Reach.
Siya Property Management Phuket
Siya Property Management is a hands-on property management company specializing in managing villas, vacation homes and other properties in Phuket, Thailand. Our business is maintaining, managing and protecting your assets.
Mala Naka Chinese mart
We are a minimart selling snacks, yogurts and cooking essentials from China, all are at a affordable price. Most importantly we also have many drinks endorsed by celebrities like Xiao Zhan, Wang Yi bo, Yangyang.
Flame Phuket Town
Flame, where culinary mastery meets dazzling performances! Our vibrant bar and restaurant bring together the finest in Western and Asian cuisine, elevated by captivating, world-class entertainment. Open seven days a week from 6 pm until late, Flame offers an enchanting evening of elegance and excitement in the heart of Phuket Town.
Akim Phuket Taxi Service
All drivers at Akim Phuket Taxi Service are highly experienced local residents, fluent in both English and Thai. They are all extremely knowledgeable about everything in Phuket.
Hotel Midtown Ratsada
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Xinlor House
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Sound Gallery House
There are some lovely old Sino-Portuguese mansions around Phuket Town; sadly, some of them have been left to crumble for unknown reasons. In early 2019, one such 80-year-old mansion was restored and converted into a new hotel called Sound Gallery House.
Phuket 346 Guesthouse
Phuket 346 Guesthouse is a typical Sino-Portuguese architecture shophouse converted into a guesthouse with small but comfortable rooms, a cafe, and a contemporary art gallery on Soi Romanee.
Coolies Club
Coolies Club is a brand new bar and restaurant located on the now trendy Soi Romanee in the heart of old Phuket Town. Coolies Club is designed by Bill Bensley, a famous artist and hotel designer, such as the Slate in Nai Yang Beach.
Put Jaw Shrine (Kuan Im Teng)
Put Jaw Shrine is one of the oldest Chinese shrines in Phuket, located in Phuket Town. It was originally built more than 200 years ago and is dedicated to the Chinese goddess Guan Yin, the goddess of mercy. The shrine plays a significant role in the spiritual life of the local Chinese-Thai community.
Michel Angelo’s Bar
Michel Angelo’s Bar is the Ultimate Live Music Venue in Phuket; every day, you will experience a week filled with incredible live performances. Live Music Schedule: Every night from 8:30 PM to Midnight, enjoy delicious cocktails, mocktails, and a mouthwatering menu.
Chuan Chim Restaurant
A small local restaurant on Montri Road in Phuket Town, where most jewellery shops are. Chuan Chim is quite large, simple and spotlessly clean. The food is cheap and excellent. We loved the fried basil with minced pork or chicken and the seafood salad.
Ratsada Mansion behind the Thavorn Museum
Another example of a beautiful mansion abandoned in Phuket, probably beyond repair. We walked around this area a hundred times without ever noticing it, but once you do, its beauty is striking. It has no known name, so we called it Ratsada Mansion as it is located at the back of Ratsada Road, behind the weird ‘Thavorn Museum’ where the very first Phuket Shopping Center used to be.
Talad Kaset Market
Kaset Market is in Phuket Town, behind Robinson shopping centre. It may be a bit smelly and dark for the first-timers, but it offers really good local produce in a fun local atmosphere and a good choice of goods)
Brake Taek
Brake Taek serves a delicious and renowned ‘Tom Yam Noodle Soup’. However, getting a table for lunch can also be difficult, and you might have to wait quite a bit. So, while waiting, order their excellent meatball skewers to keep you busy; you won’t regret it.
Mee Jirayuwat
This local restaurant appeared in a famous Korean Magazine, and many customers are now Korean. Their speciality is a Seafood Hokkien noodle soup. Order two; you won’t regret it.
Siang Khaen
Siang Khaeng is as big and basic as a warehouse but always full for dinner! The best dishes we know are Som Tam (Papaya Salad), Mushroom spicy hot salad, Beef Salad and Pladook Foo.
Thai Hua Club (Songtek Building)
Songtek Building, Phuket’s first Chinese school, was established in 1911. Initially, Chinese was taught using rote methods, with teachers holding classes in homes or shrines, known as “Sue Sok,” to educate the Hokkien Chinese descendants in Phuket. In 1917, as the number of students grew, Luang Chanathon Nithet donated land on Dibuk Road to build Songtek School.
Luang Amnart Nararak Mansion
Luang Amnat Nararak’s Mansion was built around 1925-1926. This grand mansion showcases an extravagant use of frescoes, a typical feature of Sino-Portuguese architecture. The Chinese believe that bats symbolize good fortune and longevity, which is why bats are a recurring motif in the mansion’s decoration. The mansion has undergone several renovations, the most recent being in 1957, but the main structure remains unchanged. This two-storey mansion features a front porch adjoining the driveway, and its polygonal side wings include small balconies.
San Chao Hainan Shrine in Phuket Town
Located on the popular Thalang Road in the heart of Phuket Old Town, the Hainan Shrine is more than just a place of worship. Built in 1910, this beautiful shrine has been a cultural and spiritual centre for over a century, especially for the Hainanese community in Phuket.
Wat Thepnimit
Wat Thepnimit (วัดเทพนิมิตร) is a local Buddhist temple located in the Wichit subdistrict of Phuket, near the Wichit Subdistrict Office and not far from Phuket Town.