Every city in the world probably has its own top 10 list of things to do, see, discover and experience. So what is there to do in Phuket? Nothing spectacular I would say. Visiting temples and go for island hopping is the same things you can do all over Southeast Asia. What's so special about Phuket then and why is everybody coming here?
The main things that the beloved internet suggests that should be done and seen in Phuket is for example the Big Buddha, Phang Nga Bay (James Bond islands), Old Phuket Town, Bangla Road Nightlife, Simon Cabaret Show, PhiPhi Islands, Thai Boxing and Phukets amazing viewpoints. A must do, is to get a ride with a party tuktuk, one thing I missed out on. A great place to do some shopping is in Phuket Town. They have everything you can imagine and it's very affordable. During the weekends, there is a big Night Market with hundreds of food stands and a lot of stands where you can get the best souvenirs, clothes, bikinis... Basically anything! Just to add, a thing that I would not want to miss in Phuket, is a visit to the Surfhouse. This is definitely a thing you must try before you die, even though it's a bit pricy for a backpackers budget, but it's worth it.
Apparently tourists from all around the world finds their way to this city with sandy beaches, beautiful islands, cheap massage and a crazy nightlife. Diving is a popular activity and there is probably a diving shop for every country. Yes, there is a finnish, french, russian, german, chinese... The list is long. With a lot of non-thai people living in Phuket, it can be a bit challenging to see the real Thailand. Phuket, as a tourist destination, fits all kind of people. A great city to relax but also to get crazy.
Have to add a few places that you have to visit and do. First of all, eat a lot and have dessert. The prices are so low, the food is delicious and the dishes are huge. Second, take a day off at the O2 Beach Club. Music, pool, fatboys and an amazing sea view!
Phuket was better than I expected. If you are about to visit Phuket just to see and do things, one week is enough. Phuket can be a bit boring if you don't have the energy to party everyday or if you don't have any special interests or hobbies. To end off this post and my time in Phuket, here is pictures from the last day spent there.
Have to add a few places that you have to visit and do. First of all, eat a lot and have dessert. The prices are so low, the food is delicious and the dishes are huge. Second, take a day off at the O2 Beach Club. Music, pool, fatboys and an amazing sea view!
Phuket was better than I expected. If you are about to visit Phuket just to see and do things, one week is enough. Phuket can be a bit boring if you don't have the energy to party everyday or if you don't have any special interests or hobbies. To end off this post and my time in Phuket, here is pictures from the last day spent there.
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