Thailand
Phuket
Phuket, Thailand's largest island, is a world-renowned destination famed for its stunning beaches, vibrant nightlife, and lush tropical landscapes. It offers a diverse range of attractions, from bustling Patong Beach to serene Karon and Kata, and serves as a gateway to the breathtaking Andaman Sea islands.
Language
Thai
Population
Approximately 416,000
Currency
Thai Baht (THB)
Timezone
Indochina Time (ICT) / UTC+7
Best season
November to February (cool, dry season) offers pleasant temperatures and low humidity, ideal for beach activities. March to May (hot season) is very warm, and June to October (rainy season) sees more rainfall but fewer crowds.
Est. daily cost
$60 - $100 USD per person per day
Climate
Weather & seasons
Climate
Phuket experiences a tropical monsoon climate with high temperatures and humidity year-round. The wet season brings heavy rainfall, while the dry season offers sunshine and calmer seas.
Best seasons: November to February (cool, dry season) offers pleasant temperatures and low humidity, ideal for beach activities. March to May (hot season) is very warm, and June to October (rainy season) sees more rainfall but fewer crowds.
Right now
27°C
Cloudy
Humidity 85%
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Top attractions
Kathu Waterfall
3.8(3,531 reviews)
A short trek leads visitors to this small waterfall situated in a lush, jungle environment.
W8MF+Q5C, Kathu, Kathu District, Phuket 83120, Thailand
Thao Thep Krasattri and Thao Si Sunthon Monument
4.6(3,015 reviews)
X9J7+9HW, Si Sunthon, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand
Bang Pae Waterfall
4.0(1,562 reviews)
Small waterfall amid rocks & tropical greenery, with a pool for wading & a nearby gibbon sanctuary.
Bangpae waterfall, ป่าคลอก อำเภอถลาง ภูเก็ต 83110, Thailand
The Upside Down House Museum and Fun Attractions Phuket
4.0(2,920 reviews)
Venue with interactive attractions such as an inverted house, a garden maze & escape-the-room game.
51/11 หมู่ที่ 5 Chalermprakiat Ratchakan Thi 9 Road, Tambon Ratsada, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand
Stay
Where to sleep
Arinara Beach Resort Phuket
4.3(2,611 reviews)
Laid-back getaway offering 2 restaurants & an outdoor pool, plus a bar on a private area of beach.
72/9 Moo 3, Bangtao Beach Cherngtalay X7PQ+CCV, Soi Bang Tao 12 Bang Tao Beach, Tambon Choeng Thale, Amphoe Thalang, Chang Wat Phuket 83110, Thailand
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Arinara Beach Resort Phuket
4.3(2,611 reviews)
Laid-back getaway offering 2 restaurants & an outdoor pool, plus a bar on a private area of beach.
72/9 Moo 3, Bangtao Beach Cherngtalay X7PQ+CCV, Soi Bang Tao 12 Bang Tao Beach, Tambon Choeng Thale, Amphoe Thalang, Chang Wat Phuket 83110, Thailand
Slow mornings
Cafés & coffee
Sacred
Temples & shrines
Wat Phra Thong
4.6(1,124 reviews)
Ornate Buddhist temple known for its gold statue of a half-buried Buddha, plus a museum.
172/2 Nanai Rd, Tambon Thep Krasatti, Amphoe Thalang, Chang Wat Phuket 83110, Thailand
Wat Sri Sunthon
4.6(335 reviews)
20/4 Thep Krasattri Rd, Tambon Si Sunthon, Amphoe Thalang, Chang Wat Phuket 83110, Thailand
Wat Suwannakiri Khet (Wat Karon)
4.6(1,349 reviews)
98/8 หมู่ที่ 4 Patak Soi 22 Karon Beach, Tambon Karon, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83100, Thailand
Shoreline
Beaches & bays
Kata Beach
4.5(4,698 reviews)
Restaurants & resorts line this happening white-sand expanse for swimming, snorkeling & sunbathing.
Kata Beach, Karon, Phuket 83100, Thailand
Bang Tao Beach
4.5(2,836 reviews)
Expansive shoreline featuring white sands & blue waters, plus numerous restaurants & shops.
Bang Tao Beach, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand
Kamala Beach
4.4(3,902 reviews)
Relaxed, sandy bay beach & fishing village set amidst wooded hills with nearby accommodations.
Kamala Beach, Kamala, Phuket 83120, Thailand
Mai Khao Beach
4.6(1,529 reviews)
Sandy shoreline with hotels & eateries, plus views of planes taking off from the nearby airport.
Mai Khao Beach, Phuket 83110, Thailand
Surin Beach
4.5(3,136 reviews)
White-sand beach featuring turquoise water & chairs/umbrellas for rent, plus street food vendors.
Surin Beach, Choeng Thale, Phuket 83110, Thailand
Haad Laem Sing
4.6(975 reviews)
Golden sandy beach in a cove accessed by longtail boat & a rugged path with a restaurant.
Haad Laem Sing, Kamala, Kathu District, Phuket 83120, Thailand
Nai Thon Beach
4.7(1,205 reviews)
Sandy, tree-lined beach featuring swimming & sunbathing, plus nearby resorts & eateries.
Nai Thon Beach, Phuket 83110, Thailand
After dark
Night markets
Malin Plaza
4.4(8,919 reviews)
Bustling night market with stalls selling clothes, household goods, souvenirs & street food.
162, 51-52 Thanon Prachanukhro, Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83150, Thailand
Night Food Market Kata Beach
4.2(153 reviews)
30/9 Thanon Kata Kata Beach, Tambon Karon, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83100, Thailand
Dragon Night Market
4.0(128 reviews)
V7MV+3C6 Unnamed Road Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83150, Thailand
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Interesting facts
- Phuket's name is believed to be derived from the Malay word 'Bukit', meaning 'hill'.
- The island is a major center for the production of "pearl farming".
- Phuket was one of the areas most severely affected by the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.
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