With the list of our favourite top 10 things to do in Phuket, we will help you experience unforgettable memories in this tropical destination.

1. MONKEY HILL VIEWPOINT

Visiting the Monkey Hill viewpoint is one of the top things to do. Monkey Hill is situated near Phuket Old Town and is a free tourist attraction. If you are not afraid of the monkeys, bring a few bananas and they will love you.

You can walk uphill and interact with the monkeys that are living there. You also get a great view from the top of the hill. Have a good pair of walking shoes and water with you.

2. PHUKET OLD TOWN

In Phuket Old Town, you can step back in time and wander through the charming streets. You can also admire the well-preserved architecture and street art. Do not forget to try the local street food and shopping. There are also many cute coffee shops. 

Phuket Old Town is also close to the Monkey Hill viewpoint, so you can combine both activities.

3. PARTY ON BANGLA ROAD IN PATONG

Phuket is probably most famous for its Bangla Road in Patong. This street offers the best nightlife and parties in the area. Bangla Road is the best place to go if you are in a party mood.

There are many bars and nightclubs on both sides of the street. If you are more adventurous, you can check out ping-pong shows, which are tourist shows specifically famous in Thailand.

4. VISIT PHUKET’S NIGHT MARKETS

Naka Weekend Market, Malin Plaza, Patong Otop Shopping Paradise, and Chillva Market are the most famous night markets. Exploring the night markets in Phuket is not only about shopping and dining but also a place to experience the local culture. 

You should definitely experience Thailand’s night markets. It is one of the best things to do when visiting.

5. BIG BUDDHA

Standing tall at Nakkerd Hill, the Big Buddha is an iconic landmark that offers panoramic views of the island. Explore the sacred grounds and witness the impressive 45-meter-tall statue, a symbol of peace and enlightenment.

You can also go on a half-day tour by Travstore that takes you to some of the island’s most iconic attractions, including Big Buddha. 

6. FREEDOM BEACH

We visited many beaches in Phuket, and the best one was Freedom Beach. The easiest way to reach it is with a motorbike. After you park and pay a small fee, you have to walk down the hill to get to it. The ocean is clear, and the water is turquoise.

There is also an option to rent a taxi boat to get to the beach. The hike back up to the parking can be quite challenging in the tropical heat.

7. DELICIOUS THAI FOOD IN PHUKET

Thailand is a country of delicious food. You have to try some of the best traditional dishes, which are: pad Thai, tom yum, green curry, massaman curry, and mango sticky rice. These are just a few of our favourites.

You can find traditional Thai food almost everywhere on Phuket Island. The best way to try different food is also to visit one of the famous night markets.

8. DAY TRIP TO PHI PHI ISLANDS

The most memorable part of the vacation was a one-day trip to the Phi Phi Islands. We booked our trip with Simba Sea Trips, and I could not recommend them more.

The guides are very friendly and helpful. They take you to see the famous Maya Bay, and at the end of the day, you stop at Coconut Island for dinner. This day trip to Phi Phi Islands is unforgettable.

You can book a similar experience from Phuket to Phi Phi, Maya Bay, and Bamboo Island on Klook. 

9. NAI HAN BEACH

Nai Han is a great beach to visit in Phuket. The waves are strong, so it is not the best for swimming, but you can refresh yourself in the shallow water. Nai Han Beach is good for surfers. 

It was one of our favourite beaches because of the good atmosphere.

10. THAI MASSAGE

When you think of Thailand, one of the first things that comes to mind is a traditional Thai massage. It is a practice that is deeply rooted in the country’s culture and history. Because Phuket is a popular tourist destination, you can find many places to experience Thai massage.

In Phuket, you can find Thai massage in luxurious spa resorts or simpler, and affordable street massages.

WHERE TO STAY IN PHUKET?

AFFORDABLE – PALM VILLAGE IN PHUKET

Palm Village is set in Rawai Beach. All rooms feature air conditioning, a seating area, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The apartments are spacious and clean, and surrounded by beautiful gardens and trees.

MID RANGE – CHANALAI FLORA RESORT

Chanalai Flora Resort is within 5 minutes of Kata Beach and is offering 2 pools and 2 restaurants. All rooms are spacious and very clean.

The staff is very friendly and helpful. This hotel in Phuket is close to many bars and restaurants. Check the hotel’s availability and prices here.

LUXURY – PHUKET MARRIOTT RESORT & SPA, MERLIN BEACH

If you are looking for a luxurious tropical getaway, Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa is the place for you. Stay minutes from the entertainment hub of Patong Beach and Phuket Old Town.

Take advantage of five-star resort amenities, including a 24-hour fitness centre, three pools, and a day spa. Check the availability and prices here. 

Phuket is an island that offers something fun to do for everyone. If you love spending your vacation on the beach or want to experience something more adventurous, you will not have a problem finding things to do to enjoy in this tropical paradise.

We hope that you learned something new in our guide to our top 10 things to do in Phuket

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WHERE TO STAY IN PHUKET

Phuket is quite big, so we decided to split our stay into two different locations. Because of that, we were able to see more of the island.

For the first part of our time in Phuket, we stayed in an Airbnb near Kamala Beach. And for the second part of our holidays, we stayed on Kata Beach. We stayed at the Chanalai Flora Resort, and it was great. We liked both locations very much because there is so much to see everywhere you are in Phuket.

Check out Booking.com for the best hotels in the area. 

PHUKET VEGAN RESTAURANTS

The food in Thailand is always amazing, and Phuket has some great vegan restaurants. Phuket is a great island to visit in Thailand. The best way to get around is by renting a motorbike or a car, so you have all the freedom to explore.

GO VEGAN CAFÉ PHUKET

It is a vegan restaurant located in Rawai among the popular tourist shops. They are offering a Western-style menu with Asian twists.

You can order smoothie bowls, healthy bowls, burgers, wraps, and salads. You can build your own wrap and salad. For breakfast, you can get a tofu scramble.

NATURAL EFE MACROBIOTIC

It is an organic vegan restaurant in Phuket where they cook with no MSG, no pesticides, no preservatives, and everything is cooked organically from whole organic food. For breakfast, you can have organic oats with different toppings and smoothies.

For lunch and dinner, you can find some Thai dishes but also spaghetti, healthy bowls, and wraps.

PURE VEGAN HEAVEN IN PHUKET

It is a chain of vegan restaurants in Thailand. You can find them all over the country, like in Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Chiang Mai, and Phuket. The restaurant provides healthy vegan dishes, including vegan burgers, wraps, bowls, and pasta.

You can find some traditional dishes made in a vegan way.

FRUIT FUSION SUPERFOOD CAFÉ & SHOP

Vegan smoothie bowls are our favourite thing to eat for breakfast in a tropical destination like Phuket. This is the only smoothie bowl in Phuket where they put your name on your bowl if you ask them to.

If a smoothie bowl is not your thing, you can also grab avocado toast for breakfast!

SOUL PHUKET VEGAN

Soul Phuket is an amazing plant-based restaurant that cares about the well-being of nature. They take feeding others as a big responsibility, and they know that with the right food, they can provide health and happiness.

They have a great variety of breakfasts like toast, gluten-free pancakes, and smoothie bowls. For mains, you can order pizza and pasta. They also offer a special menu for Asian cuisine, which is our favourite. Do not forget to try their selection of vegan desserts.

SANTOSA PHUKET VEGAN RESTAURANT

Santosa restaurant in Phuket serves modern vegan and raw food. The restaurant is located in the detox & wellness centre. Besides the delicious food, the restaurant also offers an amazing view.

Almost all of their ingredients are sourced from local providers, offering organic produce whenever possible. Every Saturday, they offer a vegan buffet.

VEGANECESSITY CAFÉ PHUKET

It is a vegan café restaurant in Phuket. They offer smoothie bowls, cakes, pancakes, and coffee for breakfast. You can also get a Buddha bowl, salads, sandwiches, wraps, and many more.

THE VEGAN TABLE PHUKET

It is the tastiest award-winning vegan restaurant located in the heart of Old Town Phuket. You have to try their breakfast because they have many different options like scrambled tofu, vegan pancakes, coconut chia seed pudding, and many more.

For lunch and dinner, you can have pizza, a burger, a wrap, pasta, and Asian dishes. Do not forget about the dessert!

OUR FAVOURITE SMOOTHIE BOWL IN PHUKET

We actually do not remember the name of this smoothie bar. It is offering fruits, smoothies, and smoothie bowls near the Nai Han beach and the parking lot. It was our favourite smoothie bowl in Phuket, and we just loved to enjoy it while visiting the Nai Han beach.

WHAT TO SEE IN PHUKET

Our favourite daily trip in Phuket is visiting the Monkey Hill viewpoint. It is situated near Phuket Old Town and is a free tourist attraction. You can walk uphill and interact with the monkeys that are living there. You also get a great view from the top.

Phuket Old Town is a historic city centre worth visiting, and it is conveniently located near the Monkey Hill viewpoint. It has many small shops, restaurants, and cafes that you can check out.

Phuket is probably most famous for its Bangla Road in Patong. It is a street whose only purpose is to offer the best nightlife and parties on the island.

There are countless bars and discos on both sides of the street. You can go and check out Ping pong shows, which are tourist shows specifically famous in Thailand.

You can go and visit night markets and try to find something vegan to eat. One of the things to see in Phuket is the Big Buddha, a 45-metre-high statue of Buddha.

Like all other Thailand destinations, Phuket has fantastic and affordable massage salons, and you should check out at least a few of them.

BEST BEACHES IN PHUKET

One of the best things to do when visiting Phuket is to go on a one-day trip to the Phi Phi Islands. We booked our trip with Simba Sea Trips, and could not recommend them more.

The guides were very friendly, and they made sure that all the food we ate on our trip was vegan. It was not just a boring vegan meal; the food was delicious! They take you to see the famous Maya Bay, and at the end of the day, you stop at Coconut Island for dinner. You can check the availability here.

We visited many beaches in Phuket, but the best one was Freedom Beach. You have to walk down the hill to get to it, but it is worth it. It is clear,n and the water is turquoise.

There is also an option to rent a boat taxi to get to the beach because the hike back up can be quite challenging in the tropical heat.

Nai Han Beach is also a great beach to visit in Phuket. The waves are strong, so it is not the best for swimming, but it is a great beach for surfers or just to play in the waves.

For an unforgettable experience in Phuket, we recommend getting on a Luxury sunset cruise with Seanery. You can check the available days here. 

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