Updated February 11, 2023
Main Highlights
Sightseeing in Phuket (beaches, Phi Phi Island, etc.)
Sightseeing in Phuket (Chalong Temple, Old Town, etc.)
Sightseeing in Phuket (Phuket Fantasea, Gian Ceylon, etc.)
Phuket International Airport
Hotels in Phuket (Luxury 1)
Hotels in Phuket (Luxury 2)
Hotels in Phuket (Mid-range)
Phang Nga Bay
Phuket Overview
Phuket is the largest island in Thailand facing the Andaman Sea in southern Thailand and is known as one of the world's leading resort destinations.
Known as the "Pearl of the Andaman Sea" for the beauty of its emerald green waters and pure white sandy beaches, it is covered with tropical rainforests and mountains.
It is known for having some of the most popular beaches in Thailand, most of which are located on the west coast of the island with clear waters.
Along the beach, luxury resorts, spas and restaurants are all lined up.
Phuket City, the capital of Phuket Province, is home to old stores and residences called shophouses and a bustling marketplace, while the famous resort town of Patong is lined with nightclubs, bars, and discos.
area： 543 km²
population: 416,600,000 (2019)
Access from Bangkok
(1) Airplane: Accessible from major cities in Japan via Bangkok. From Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi International Airport (domestic terminal), Thai Airways International, Bangkok Airways, Nok Air, and Thai Air Asia offer more than 20 non-stop flights daily (about 1 hour and 20 minutes), and Thai Airways International offers one flight daily (about 2 hours) from Chiang Mai. Thai Airways International, Bangkok Airways, and Air Asia offer domestic flights from Koh Samui, Rayong, and Pattaya.
(2) Bus: Departs from Bangkok South Terminal [approximately 14 hours].
(iii) Thai Railways: From Hua Lamphong Station in Bangkok, get off at Surat Thani Station [approx. 12.5 hours], then take a local bus to Phuket [approx. 4 hours].
(1) Between the airport and Phuket Town: The airport is connected by limousine cabs, cabs, and buses. Some cabs are metered, but the number is small and fares are negotiable in most cases.
Phuket Town is a popular beachfront resort, and is a popular destination for tourists. Songtaew runs from Phuket Town to each beach every 30 minutes from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily, and the Songtaew stop is in front of the market in Phuket Town.
Tourism Authority of Thailand Official Website
Map of Phuket
Phuket Travel Guide
Phuket's Intra-Island Transportation
cab
Airport cabs are a smooth way to get from the airport in the northern part of the island to Phuket Town and the main beaches in the southern part.
Estimated fare is 650B to Phuket Town and 800B to Patong Beach.
If you use a metered cab, pay 100B plus the metered fare.
tuk-tuk
A tuk-tuk on Phuket is a small truck or one-box car that has been converted and fitted with simple seats.
Estimated prices are 200B around Patong Beach and 300-500B to Phuket Town.
It is negotiable, so be sure to confirm the destination and fare before boarding.
It is convenient for small transfers, but be careful when using it, as there are problems with high charges for transfers within the beach.
car charter
Phuket is Thailand's largest island, stretching 50 km from north to south, but public transportation is not well developed, so car charter is recommended for sightseeing.
You are free to move around Phuket Island to any place you like.
It also eliminates the hassle of calling a cab and negotiating the price.
Songtae
Songtaew runs from Phuket Town to each beach every 30 minutes from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily, and the Songtaew boarding point is in front of the market in Phuket Town.
Main Highlights
Sightseeing in Phuket (beaches, Phi Phi Island, etc.)
Sightseeing in Phuket (Chalong Temple, Old Town, etc.)
Sightseeing in Phuket (Phuket Fantasea, Gian Ceylon, etc.)
Phuket International Airport
Hotels in Phuket (Luxury 1)
Hotels in Phuket (Luxury 2)
Hotels in Phuket (Mid-range)
Japanese-speaking travel agency
Wendy TourThe company offers a variety of guided tours in Japanese. Inquiries and applications can be made in Japanese.
H.I.S. H.I.S.Japanese guided tours are available. All inquiries and applications can be made in Japanese.
Panda Travel (Panda Bus)・・・・Bangkok Japanese Sightseeing Tour is a long-established tour operator. Offers a wide variety of tours. All tours are available in Japanese from application.