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Phuket

Island province on the Andaman Sea.

What is Phuket like for visitors?

Phuket is Thailand's largest island, located in the Andaman Sea off the country's west coast and linked to the mainland by road bridges. For visitors it combines lively beach resorts on the west coast, quieter bays, green hills and Phuket Town with its historic old town. With its own international airport, it is one of the easiest places in southern Thailand to reach.

  • Largest island of Thailand, in the Andaman Sea
  • Linked to the mainland by road bridges; international airport in the north of the island
  • Most beaches lie along the west coast
  • Phuket Town with a historic old town in Sino-Portuguese style

Plan your visit to Phuket

General information – check current schedules with the operators.

  • Getting there

    Phuket International Airport lies in the north of the island; road bridges connect Phuket with the mainland.

  • Getting around

    There is no railway on the island. Visitors use taxis, ride-hailing apps, local buses or rented cars and scooters; boats leave for the surrounding islands.

  • Seasons and weather

    This region lies on the Andaman Sea coast. The Thai Meteorological Department treats the west and east coasts of southern Thailand as separate climate areas, so rainy periods differ from the Gulf side. The southwest monsoon blows from May to October.

    Source: Thai Meteorological Department. Current forecasts: tmd.go.th

In an emergency: 1669 ambulance · 191 police · 1155 Tourist Police. All emergency numbers with sources

Phuket by subdistrict

All 16 subdistricts

Map of the areas of Phuket
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Questions about Phuket

Do I need a ferry to get to Phuket?

No. Phuket is linked to the mainland by road bridges, so you can arrive by bus, taxi or car, and Phuket International Airport has domestic and international flights. Boats are only needed for trips to the surrounding islands.

How do I find a restaurant with a phone number in Phuket?

Open the Phuket page and choose Restaurants & Cafés. Every listing has a call button, and the address opens directions in your map app.

How do I get to Phuket?

Phuket International Airport lies in the north of the island; road bridges connect Phuket with the mainland.

When is the rainy season in Phuket?

This region lies on the Andaman Sea coast. The Thai Meteorological Department treats the west and east coasts of southern Thailand as separate climate areas, so rainy periods differ from the Gulf side. The southwest monsoon blows from May to October.

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