Old Phuket Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Old Phuket Town
Old Phuket Town
Old Phuket Town
Old Phuket Town
Old Phuket Town

Stroll through the quaint town centre and capture photos of the exceptional Sino-Portuguese design of the majestic shop houses and museums in this historic district.

Charming cafés and museums line the streets of Old Phuket Town, which is an extension of Phuket City. Its narrow alleys and colonial plazas are filled with shrines, temples and quaint boutiques. Get a sense of the intriguing Thai history and traditions in this Old Town area.

Stroll through the heart of the area and take photos of the brightly colored colonial buildings. The Sino-Portuguese architecture pairs the colors of European colonial designs with the structure and intricate details of Chinese buildings. See the mansions that once belonged to the island’s tin industrialists.

Stop at various stalls for tasty Thai street food. The district also has an eclectic array of shops, bars and restaurants. Choose from the range of souvenirs to remember your trip. Examine the enchanting murals decorating the walls of the historic center.

The district is known for its beautiful shop houses, selling artisanal crafts and upscale delicacies. Visit the main street on Sunday evenings for the weekly night market, where you can browse all sorts of trinkets, food ingredients and relics.

Explore some of the museums, such as the Phuket Baba Museum. It explains how the descendants of Chinese immigrants first arrived on the island. Among the highlights is the Phuket Philatelic Museum, which sheds light on the region’s postal system and stamps. Inspect the array of old machines that were used to sort and send mail here. Bring your family to the fun and puzzling Phuket Trickeye Museum and recall the 1960s through the period décor and memorabilia in the Thavorn Museum.

Old Phuket Town is located in the southeastern corner of Phuket Island. Fly to Phuket International Airport and drive southeast for 20 miles (32 kilometers) to get here in about 45 minutes. Stop off at intriguing landmarks on the way, such as Monkey Hill, Rang Hill and Phuket Rajabhat University.

Spend some time in Old Phuket Town to get a fascinating glimpse into this island’s culture and history.


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Our pick of the best Old Phuket Town Hotel Deals

Mandarava Resort and Spa Karon Beach

Mandarava Resort and Spa Karon Beach

4.5 out of 5
14/2 Patak Road Soi 24, Karon Beach, Karon, Phuket
The price is AU$133 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$133
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Karon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Mandarava. Felt like a boutique resort with lovely staff who remembered our names and amazing facilities including a choice of pools, games rooms and activities. Special thanks to Apple in the day spa. A truly restful stay."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Mandarava Resort and Spa Karon Beach
Diamond Cliff Resort & Spa, Patong Beach

Diamond Cliff Resort & Spa, Patong Beach

5 out of 5
284 Prabaramee Road, Patong Beach, Patong, Phuket
The price is AU$161 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$161
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Patong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"It was our first tike here in Thailand and we loved everything in the hotel. All the amenities were amazing. The food at the buffet was amazing, the staff was very friendly. There was this girl named Sam when you check into the buffet she was amazing. So Helpful and friendly. Our flight didnt leave ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Diamond Cliff Resort & Spa, Patong Beach
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

5 out of 5
99 Muen-Ngoen Road, Tri-Trang Beach, Patong, Phuket
The price is AU$284 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$284
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Patong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Perfect for families"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach
The Nature Phuket

The Nature Phuket

5 out of 5
322 Prabaramee Road, North Patong Beach, Kathu, Patong, Phuket
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$93 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$93
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Patong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (592 reviews)
"The nature Phuket is a great hotel to stay at. Highly recommend staying here. The staff are very helpful, the cleaners do an amazing service, the pool and pool bar are awesome, especially buy one get one at the pool bar that lasts for 3 hours. Can’t wait to see you next time 🙂"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

The Nature Phuket
Santhiya Koh Yao Yai Resort & Spa - Compulsory Join Santhiya Speedboat from / to Ao Po Grand Marina at Phuket

Santhiya Koh Yao Yai Resort & Spa - Compulsory Join Santhiya Speedboat from / to Ao Po Grand Marina at Phuket

5 out of 5
88 Moo 7, Prunai, Ko Yao, Phang Nga
The price is AU$102 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
AU$102
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Ko Yao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"It was very fancy."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Santhiya Koh Yao Yai Resort & Spa - Compulsory Join Santhiya Speedboat from / to Ao Po Grand Marina at Phuket
Paradox Resort Phuket

Paradox Resort Phuket

5 out of 5
509 Patak Road, Karon Beach, Karon, Phuket
The price is AU$149 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$149
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Karon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The rooms were spacious, cool and clean. We had great accessibility to the beach, swimming pools and dining. The breakfast buffet was fresh and tasty. Staff were polite and helpful. I did feel the pools closed too early."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Paradox Resort Phuket
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Old Phuket Town

Old Phuket Town

Chinatown

While visiting Chinatown, you might make a stop by sights like Phuket Weekend Market and Talad Yai Market.

Chinatown
Phuket featuring a pool, tropical scenes and a hotel

Talat Yai

3.5/5(17 area reviews)

Unique features of Talat Yai include the historical sites and spas. Make a stop by Limelight Avenue Phuket or Phuket Indy Night Market while you're exploring the area.

Talat Yai
Old Phuket Town

Talat Nuea

2.5/5(5 area reviews)

Unique features of Talat Nuea include the coffee shops and historical sites. Make a stop by Phuket Weekend Market or Patong Go-Kart Speedway and Phuket Offroad Fun Park while you're exploring the area.

Talat Nuea


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