Location: Phuket Town
Top Things to do in Phuket Town
Top 10 Free Things to do in Phuket Town, Phuket
Colorful Phuket is a mélange of lifestyles, a place where tranquil monks navigate the same streets as pumped up nightclubbers. The ornate temples and lively cafes of Old Town are prime spots for exploration. Check out the Shrine of the Serene Light and the aromatic Nguan Choon Tong herb shop. Browse and bargain for pretty trinkets at the nearby Thai Amulet Market. Don’t miss an opportunity to take in a performance at the epic Siam Niramit Phuket theater, a true cultural extravaganza.
Restaurants in Phuket Town
1. Kampon Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By 934sannas - Turku, Finland
Visited the gallery with My Brother and ended up buying amazing paintings. Really beautiful art and they are so friendly and helpfull :) deffinately coming Back for more paintings!
2. Chaithararam Temple (Wat Chalong)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,415 reviews
Reviewed By Wonga2Wonga
Great place to visit, did so twice. Photographer's paradise. Visited late afternoon, yes there were people, it is an active temple - but never crowded. Guess could be so at peak tourist-coaches hours. Sat evening a night market / food stalls were being set up in the grounds just as the sun was setting. Practically all Buddhist temples visited (and those we just drove past) would be worth a visit if they existed in isolation, due to the elaborate sculptural art that they are so rich in, plus they can look a little samey, but "Wat Chalong" stands out, so if you only visit one on Phuket island, make sure this is it.
3. Royal Phuket Marina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 259 reviews
Royal Phuket Marina, the award winning marina, is a distinguished world-class destination combining luxury waterfront living with an award winning and state-of-the-art marina. Royal Phuket Marina is the first and only marina in Thailand that won the 5 Gold Anchor Award, International Clean Marina Certification, and TripAdvisor Hall of Fame 2019. Royal Phuket Marina residences are lavish and utterly unique. The Aquaminium condominium features the world’s first penthouse with its own on-water private yacht garage, and the Royal Villas are the prestigious properties with own direct-access private yacht berth. Situated on the east coast of the tropical island paradise of Phuket, Royal Phuket Marina is right on the doorstep of Asia’s best cruising waters. Royal Phuket Marina is a playground in itself, complete with Phuket’s most exclusive residences, fine dining, boutique shopping, and a gorgeous setting that makes simply strolling along our boardwalk a pleasure.
Reviewed By thierryf90
We would like to thank very much all the staff of this great Marina and especially Ben the General Manager. They take care of us like VIP customer regarding our venue and our jets skis. We had all facilities for preparing our jets skis before going water. Very efficient and skill people. Let's enjoy Phuket on jet ski and thank again to RPM for this great opportunity
4. Kao Khad Views Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 165 reviews
Reviewed By P3579DRwendys - Norwich, United Kingdom
Khao Khad Viewpoint Tower We hired a moped during our stay in Panwa Beach and decided to explore the local area. We came across Khao Khad Viewpoint Tower and were amazed by the 360 degree view that it offered from one of the highest points in the area. There are 136 steps to reach the top so this isn’t for those who have difficulties with mobility and there is no lift. However, it is truly worth the effort. You can easily see Khao Khad Bay, Panwa Cape, the ‘Big Buddha’ and much more... We went early in the morning but I can imagine that the views would be equally beautiful at sunset. There is a bar serving food and drinks on the site which we also stopped at. In summary, a great place to experience the amazing views of the local area and would highly recommend.
5. Big Buddha Phuket
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16,406 reviews
Reviewed By Trail739116
It's hard to imagine just how big it is until you actually arrive and wow we were blown away by it's presence and the views from here are simply breathtaking. It's free entry which is always a plus plenty of food and drink options and a great chance to score some souvenirs definitely needs to be on everyone's itinary if your visiting Phuket.
6. Khao Rang Hill View Point
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4.5 based on 539 reviews
Excellent lookout in Phuket
Reviewed By boysinc3 - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
If you are visiting Big Buddha or Chalong temple this is a great stop off point with some wonderful views and lots of photo opportunities.
7. Monkey Hill
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4.5 based on 1,095 reviews
Reviewed By kellyaW5010SR - Springfield Lakes, Australia
I loved it, my wife and 4 year-old found it a bit intimidating as they are wild animals and there are signs at the bottom of the hill you have to walk unless you have a scooter. I do recommend taking food and if you're carrying a water bottle it will most likely get stolen right out of your hands. All in all, well worth the walk.
8. Wat Khao Rang Samakkhitham
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By sh00tingstarrs - Daegu, South Korea
We just got back from Phuket & spent our Christmas break there. I enjoyed this place more than The Big Buddha! I don’t understand why one review said this place is small & not worth it. WRONG! This temple is huge & totally worth the visit! For one, it was practically empty when we went, so we got to enjoy walking around without a huge crowd. This is one of the few less visited temples compared to the other more popular ones, so if you want to avoid a bigger crowd, go to this one! The intricate details on the structures & the “Gods” were impeccable!! Truly a spectacular & solemn place!
9. Holy Trinity Church in Phuket
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4.5 based on 32 reviews
The parish of the Orthodox Church in Thailand, Moscow Patriarchate
10. Windmill Viewpoint
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 303 reviews
Reviewed By jakubovitsw
This particular hilltop features a contemporary windmill the only person in Phuket island. Its on the south of Phuket between Nai Harn and also Promthep. This particular isolated area provides excellent and superb views of the small Ya Nui Beach as well as the main Nai Harn Beach! You are able to additionally see paragliders launching and ships anchored off of the shorelines. Great picture opportunities! An excellent area being in! Its no cost to the public!
