7 Must Try Attractions in Phuket You Probably Never Tried It Before
Phuket is one destination that will make you addicted to keep visiting it. Therefore we have summarized 7 must try attractions in Phuket you probably never tried it before :
1. Watch Phuket FantaSea Show
Phuket FantaSea - Photo by @keikeitravels
Phuket Fantasea, this show is always listed on one of the "must" visited attractions in Phuket. With hundreds of players including trapeze artists, elephants and other animals, this show combines tradition with fantasy. Phuket Fantasea also hosts one of the biggest buffets in Asia, The Golden Kinnaree with 4,000 seats, and like a mini "Theme park" that mixes Thai myths and legends and variations of traditional temples with pleasant playgrounds.
With lots of games, and souvenir shops, Elephant Palace, White Tiger, etc. We suggest that if you have more budget, you should stop by Phuket Fantasea. The atmosphere is pleasant and the series of performances also make the majority spoil the eyes. And don't forget, prepare enough memory space and camera battery to be brought to this place.
2. Travel to Krabi
Koh Phi Phi - Photo by @ollieing
The location of Krabi is about 185 km from Phuket, one of the most attractive tourist destinations in South Thailand. Krabi is an ideal tourist gateway that offers natural attractions in Phuket including white sand beaches, sea coral exploration, a number of large and small islands and jungles with caves and waterfalls. One of things to do in krabi is to sail to Koh Phi Phi. As one of places to visit in krabi, Koh Phi Phi is a beautiful island that has a number of beaches featuring a variety of accommodation and outdoor activities.
Koh PhiPhi located in Krabi Province which is only 45 minutes away by speed boat from Krabi. Jewel of the Andaman Sea or Koh Phi Phi consists of six islands, they are Mu Koh Phi Phi-Nopparathara National Park: Phi Phi Don, Phi Phi Ley, Bamboo Island, Yung island, Bida Nok, and Bida Nai. Phi Phi Don is the only island which is inhabited by local residents, but other islands are visited daily with visitors from Krabi, Phuket, and Phi Phi Don. The best time to visit Koh Phi Phi is between November and April when the weather is warmer and rain rarely falls.
3. Walk Along Old Phuket Town
Old Phuket Town - Photo by @artxian
Phuket Town, Thailand, is famous for its beautiful beaches. But this city not only has a nice coastline. You can stop by the old city area. The distance is quite far from the beach area. If from Patong, take a tuk-tuk about half an hour to 45 minutes drive. But once you arrive, you will not stop to take photos.
One of the best attractions in Phuket is Old Phuket Town. The feel of a historic old city, with a magnificent impression of a centuries old city, can still be felt here. Phuket Old Town, so different tourist attractions offered by Phuket. Phuket Old Town is filled with old Portuguese sino-style buildings. This area witnessed European influence in Phuket around the 16th to 18th centuries. This is of attractions in Phuket that you can’t miss.
Most ancient houses are still inhabited. Some of them are lodging, shops, boutiques, and fine restaurants. Even so, changes in residential functions do not change the architectural theme of the building. So if you are looking for where to stay in phuket, Old Phuket Town can be an option to find unique lodging places at low prices.
4. Shop at Jungceylon
Jungceylon - Photo by @farahaziz
If you are looking for shopping place in Phuket, then Jungceylon is the answer. Jungceylon is also a cheap shopping place in Phuket that we also recommend to visit. This shopping place offers a variety of items such as DVDs, household appliances, sports equipment, and so on.
But you don't have to worry if the price offered here is expensive, because Jungceylon offers good quality things at low price. Besides shopping at Jungceylon, you can also capture your moments because Jungceylon is a shopping place that has buildings with high architectural value. Shopping in Phuket will be more convenience, because Jungceylon is facilitated with air conditioner too. Other items that you can get at Jungceylon are shoes, bags, jewelry, perfume, etc. which of course will be a paradise for women, especially those who really have a hobby of shopping.
5. Sunbathe in Patong Beach
Patong Beach - Photo by @mohitvaru
Patong is the first beach in Phuket developed to serve local and international tourists. Three kilometers along the coast is Phuket's tourist center with a large selection of accommodation, restaurants, spas, tourism-related services and shopping. Among others attractions in Phuket, Patong beach has the vibrations that are felt to be very dynamic so attract more than young tourists who like fun experiences and water sports such as jet skiing, wind surfing and parasailing. In the center of Patong there is a famous nightlife which is become one of things to do in Patong is exploring Bang La Road. Bang La is packed with cafes and restaurants filled with tourists to enjoy the night while eating delicious dishes or just seeing the crowds in Patong, Thailand.
6. Enjoy the Night on Bangla Road
Bangla Road - Photo by @shirominn
For you who are looking for one of night attractions in Phuket, you have to visit Bangla Road. This is the center of nightlife in Phuket, Bangla Road! When night falls, it becomes the most lively street, bars, restaurants and cafes combined with a night market that sells various kinds of knick-knacks and is suitable for those looking for souvenirs at affordable prices. Don't miss also to see the splashy parade of the lady boy! You can take pictures together with them too, an experience that we can rarely find if we travel to other places and became one of must Phuket things to do at night.
If you visit this place with your family, still around this road, there is Jungcylon Mall which is equipped with fast food outlets such as KFC and McDonald's. The streets around here are very crowded, but you don't need to worry about the threat of pickpockets or scams because the police are on standby 24 hours in each corner. A little note, for those of you who bring children or elderly people will be better to not visit this area.
7. Visit Bangtao Beach, the Beach With a Unique Contrasting Atmosphere
Bangtao Beach - Photo by @anyaglazova
There are a lot of attractions in Phuket, and they have their own uniqueness. Bangtao Beach is one of unique beach in Patong, and you can do some unusual things to do in phuket, especially at beach. Bangtao Beach or Bang Tao, including one of the unique beaches owned by Phuket. The beach that has a 6 kilometer coastline is filled with luxury resorts along its sides. But not far from there, there are many villagers who live traditionally and work as fishermen and grow crops.
And, one of the best free moments that you can enjoy on this beach, is when you see the scenery of people carrying their horses and riding elephant riding on a leisurely walk on the sand of the beach. This is so unique and very different from others beaches in the world. How? Are you interested in visiting Phuket? Make sure you will visit one or two tourist attractions from the 7 must try attractions in Phuket you probably never tried it before.
