Things to Do

15 Reasons to Visit Phuket – Why is Phuket so popular?

Why is Phuket so popular? And what makes people come back to Phuket countless times? There are many good reasons to visit Phuket, and we picked the answers we thought were the most important.

Wat Phra Thong – วัดพระทอง

Wat Phra Thong (or Wat Prathong), meaning ‘Golden Buddha Image Temple is a very old temple with an incredible legend behind it, the kind of story that irresistibly attracts people. It’s not very big or impressive, but everyone first wants to see the famous half-buried golden Buddha. So what is this strange legend about a temple in Thalang on the way to Phuket Airport?

Best Things to Do in Phuket When it RAINS ! ☔

Our list of things to do in Phuket when it rains includes many ways to take advantage of a rainy day. On such days, you start considering activities you would not even think of on a sunny day.

Thai Hua Museum

The Thai Hua Museum on Krabi Road in Phuket Town is a pleasant surprise. We visited it a few years ago when it reopened, and despite being in a beautiful mansion, it was just an empty building.

Rawai Beach ⛱️

Rawai Beach, at the south end of Phuket island, is not a beach suitable for swimming, but it offers beautiful views of the nearby islands and has a peaceful local atmosphere.

Phuket Sunday Walking Street Market

Phuket Sunday Walking Street Market is the most popular attraction in Phuket Town. This 360-metre long street market was an instant success, adding a much-needed event to the historical part of town.

Tiger Kingdom Phuket

The Tiger Kingdom Phuket might not be to everyone’s taste, but we took an hour to stop and see if the animals were well treated. The place is surprisingly large, clean and very well organised.

31 Thai Temples in Phuket

Phuket Thai temples, or Wats, are always worth a visit; from the temple hidden inside a cave to the famous Wat Chalong, a visit to Thailand would not be complete without exploring a few of these magnificent and beautifully ornamented buildings.

Nai Yang Beach ⛱️

Nai Yang Beach is one of those out-of-the-beaten-tracks hidden gems, little known to first-timers but very popular with returning travellers. Beautiful, shaded, and full of tiny fun bars and restaurants, Nai Yang remains peaceful like most of the northern beaches of Phuket

Coral Island (Koh Hey) 🏝️

Coral Island, or Koh Hey, is one of the few beautiful islands you can reach within 15 minutes by speedboat from Rawai Beach in south Phuket. You can spend half a day or a full day playing on the beach, snorkelling or even scuba diving, even during low season.

Chinpracha House Museum (Baan Chinpracha) 🏛️

Chinpracha House (Baan Chinpracha) is one of the most beautiful mansions in Phuket, and it is spread all around Phuket Town. Chinpracha House is somehow unique and in its original condition.

Great Things to Do in Phuket in 2026!

Discover more than 70 great things to do in Phuket for 2026. Island hopping, beaches, temples, nightlife, and more. Written by a 30-year Phuket resident.

Wat Suwan Khuha – วัดสุวรรณคูหา

Hidden in a vast cave in Phang Nga Province, Wat Suwan Khuha is a surprising religious site sheltering an immense reclining golden Buddha. If you feel like a little drive outside Phuket island, this is your chance to explore another side of Phang Nga!

What to Do in Phuket with Kids and family activities in Phuket

28 Best Things to Do in Phuket with Kids in 2026 🧸

Phuket is a great destination for families, as there are many fun things to do with kids. You can spend your entire holiday on the beach, but it would be a waste not to add some activities to your stay.

Splash Jungle Water Park

Splash Jungle Water Park is a popular theme park on Mai Khao Beach, just next to Phuket International Airport. It’s not huge and a bit pricey, but it’s a great way to spend the day with the kids and the family having fun.

Phuket FantaSea

Phuket FantaSea is a show narrating the legend of Kamala, which in this story is a jungle with a mythical palace, quite different from the Kamala, you know.

Nai Harn Beach ⛱️

Nai Harn is a superb beach with soft, smooth white sand tucked between green hills and a couple of tiny islands in the south of Phuket. Nai Harn has enough restaurants, hotels, and shops near the beach for a great day.

Phuket Elephant Trekking

Phuket Elephant Trekking is to be avoided! Now comes the true ‘Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries’, where elephants rescued from a terrible life of labour can finally be free.

Radar Hill Viewpoint in Phuket

Radar Hill Viewpoint in Phuket offers a breathtaking panorama. The island certainly has quite a few viewpoints but some less visible than others such as this one are actually the most impressive.

11 Phuket Museums for 2026

Complete guide to Phuket museums: Thai Hua, Thavorn, Mining Museum & more. Entry prices, opening hours, and which ones are worth visiting.

SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World

SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World is a surprisingly large attraction located beneath the Siam Paragon shopping mall, two floors underground. It’s not the kind of place you expect to find under a luxury shopping centre, but it’s well organised and easy to explore.