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Phuket Town Shopping

Where to Shop and What to Buy in Phuket Town

Phuket Town has an immense choice of shopping opportunities, and you will find here a lot more than you would find in any beach resort. From the vibrant night and weekend markets that come alive after the sun sets to the bustling fresh markets where locals sell fresh produce and handmade crafts, you’ll find an impressive range of shopping opportunities.

For those looking to bring home a unique souvenir, the charming boutiques around the town sell one-of-a-kind trinkets, handmade items, potteries, silks, and batiks. If you’re on a budget, the local bazaars offer cheap goods, from clothing to accessories and everything in between.

But if you prefer a more modern shopping experience, Phuket Town’s shopping malls and giant supermarkets are huge and fun. In shopping malls, you’ll find a variety of high-end shops selling luxury items and a lot of fun restaurants. In supermarkets like Lotus’s and Big C, you can get a wide range of products, from groceries to electronics.

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Willy Thuan

Willy Thuan

Willy Thuan is the founder of Phuket 101. After travelling through 40+ countries and working with Club Med and Expedia, he settled in Phuket in 1994. He shares real travel insights and original photography from across Thailand.View Author posts