By Paula Parker
With so many things to do in Phuket, you will need a couple of weeks to see and do everything.
There is no doubting that the islands best attraction and main draw card is it’s natural beauty.
As there is no shortage of beautiful beaches, amazing viewpoints and lots of fun activities, fantastic shopping and the best nightlife entertainment you could wish for.
Over the years and with the increase in tourism there are so many new activities and an increasing list of fun and interesting attractions to see and do for people of all ages and budgets.
To make it easier to plan your list of things to do on
your holiday vacation we have compiled a list of some of the new attractions, tours and our pick of the best things
to do in Phuket.
Phuket Shopping Tours should be at the top of everyone’s list of
things to do when planning a trip to Phuket.
With the introduction of
these unique tours, visitors can now relax and enjoy guided shopping
tours to some of the best shopping outlets in Phuket. Read more
The Escape Rooms @ the Upside Down House is the only escape game now operating in Phuket.
This fun and engaging escape game is ideal for families of all ages or groups of friends. Read More
Upside Down House & Maze in Phuket also known as Baan Teelanka is an attraction unlike any other in Phuket.
The three storey house is purposely designed and built to
give you the impression that you are upside down.
This wacky new attraction in Phuket is sure to turn a few heads
and will be ideal for a fun day out with the kids or as a rainy day activity. Read more
If your looking for adventure, there is no shortage of adventurous activities in Phuket. Below is our ever growing list of adventurous things to do in Phuket.
Xtreme Adventures is a tree top adventure park located near Big Buddha.
This is one of the best outdoor activities for
challenging your mates, a fun and exciting day out with the kids or a
great team building activity. Read More
White Water Rafting is another adventurous activity for
the young at heart.
White Water rafting is not exactly in Phuket; you will have to join a tour and
travel north to Phang Nga Province. The best time to go is during or
just after the rainy season. Read more
Bungy Jumping is only for those looking for an adrenalin rush.
This is not
one of our favorite activities to do, but for many others it is the
ultimate in extreme sports.
There were two bungy jumps in Phuket, however one has closed permanently and the other is currently closed for renovations. Read more
Phuket Helicopter Tours are a fun and scenic experience.
If you want to explore Phuket from above these helicopter tours are and the best way for you to see the sights of Phuket and the amazing scenery of the offshore islands. Read More
Phuket has no shortage of water activities, this is our list of the best things to do in Phuket in and on the water.
Private Speed Boat Charters are perfect for day trips and the best way to take in the natural beauty of the islands
around Phuket.
A day trip on-board a private speed boat will ensure a relaxing day, where you can enjoy island hopping
and snorkelling, without the mass crowds. Read more
Scuba Diving around the offshore islands is fantastic!
So if you are looking for some
adventurous activities to do in the water, why not check out some of
the great dive sites located close by.
You can read about our personal
experience diving with Phuket Scuba Club.
Sailing Tours and day trips are a fun and enjoyable way to explore the offshore
islands around Phuket.
These tours are so good that they rate in the top 10 of things to do in Phuket. Read more
The Islands around Phuket are simply stunning!
The offshore Islands are one of the best attractions, and should be on the
top of everyone's list of things to see and do when holidaying in Phuket. Read more
Phuket Yacht Charter Holidays are perfect for visitors planning a special getaway, or looking for something unique to do when holidaying in Thailand.
For more information about the yachts and tours you can read more about them here .
If the heat is getting too much and you want a change of scenery from the beach, there are three sizable water parks and two smaller water parks that provide an aquatic playground for the little kids in Phuket.
The water parks are great for all ages, with slides, wave pools, lazy rivers, flow riders and splash zones. Read more here
Phuket Beaches combined with the fantastic whether are the main draw card that brings travelers to the island year after year.
The beaches are where you will find lots of fun activities to do, including windsurfing, para-sailing, snorkeling, relaxing beach massages and so much more
There are also jet skis in which you can hire, but only if your game.
Read this before you decide to hire a jet ski in Phuket.
If your planning to take your kids to Phuket for a holiday you will be pleasantly surprised, there are loads of fun things to do with kids in Phuket.
Elephant Trekking in Phuket was once an extremely popular
activity for visitors.
Over the last few years this has started
to change with the introduction of elephant sanctuaries.
Have a look at some of the best sanctuaries in Phuket. Read more
Phuket Adventure Mini Golf is a well laid out, challenging 18 hole miniature golf course at Bangtao Beach.
The course comes complete with water hazards and bunkers, an onsite restaurant and bar. Read more.
The Go Kart Speedway near Patong is a fun spot to spend a couple of hours for the whole family.
A great place to entertain the kids and the big kids too. Read more
Dino Park Mini Golf is great for the whole family.
You can enjoy a fun couple of hours playing a round of Putt Putt or a top spot for a family
night out, with a lovely restaurant that the kids will truly enjoy. Read More
Phuket Aquarium is great for those travelling with small kids.
Or for those who are
interested in seeing a variety of sea life including species of
endangered sea turtles that are hatched and breed before being returned
to the sea. Read more
Phuket Butterfly Garden Sanctuary provides loads of fun for the little kids.
The butterfly sanctuary has a fantastic range of
butterflies, where the kids can learn about the lifecycle of a butterfly. Read more
Phuket Zoo is probably not one of the best things to do in Phuket and it certainly
isn’t one of our favorites.
The zoos main attraction is the monkey, elephant and crocodile shows. Read more
Phuket City Tours is both an educational and interesting
experience, and one tour that should be included on your list of things to do
in Phuket.
This historical tour will take you into Old Phuket Town where you can experience the cultural diversity, architecture and cuisine in Phuket City. Read more
Phuket Viewpoints offer amazing views and stunning scenery!
There is a nice selection of viewpoints to visit in Phuket.
Some of our favorites include Big Buddha, Promthep Cape, Karon Viewpoint, along with many more
Temples In Phuket are a both interesting and
spectacular, especially Wat Chalong the most visited temple on the island.
Visitors to Phuket are always welcome to visit the Temples. Read More
The Cashew Nut Factory is perfect for cashew lovers, here you can taste test a fantastic
selection of yummy flavoured cashews and sample the interesting tasting
cashewy juice.
The
Cashew nut is a native produce that is grown in Phuket and other
provinces of Southern Thailand. Read more
Phuket Fantasea is a cultural theme park that offers the ultimate in night time entertainment.
The theme park is well suited for the whole family, and full of Thailand's rich and exotic heritage. Read more
Simon Cabaret Show is a spectacular musical floor show featuring stunning costumes,
performed by some of the most beautiful lady-boys from around the island.
It’s flamboyant and fun and if you have never been before, is well worth adding to your list of things to do in Phuket at night. Read more
If your feeling energetic you might want to check out some the recreational activities and things to do in Phuket.
Freshwater Fishing Park is an ideal spot for fishing enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
The fishing park is a top spot for a day out for the whole family. Read more
Horse Riding is a relaxing and romantic thing to do in Phuket, especially along the
beaches on sunset.
So grab your partner and enjoy watching the sunset over the ocean as you canter along the beach. Read more
Phuket Golf Courses are abundant, not to mention first rate.
So if you’re a keen golfer there is no reason that you can’t enjoy a round or two of golf during your holiday vacation. Read more
We also have a small list of interesting and free things to do in Phuket.
You may have been thinking “what is there to do on the island apart from going to the beach”?
But, after reading all of the above you will soon realize that there is so many things to do in Phuket, you will need another week if not months to do it all.
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