Phuket Old Town

If you're looking for a unique experience and love walking through the city's maze, Phuket Old Town is the place to go first thing in the morning. Every corner of Old Town is a story that comes alive in the details: the brightly colored shutters of the shophouses, the old Sino-Portuguese buildings that were once trading houses but are now galleries, cafes and trendy boutiques. Here you'll feel the magic of merging cultures, where Asian traditions mix with European colonial heritage.

The best time to stroll through Old Town is in the evening, when the street lamps are lit, the sky is painted in the rose-red hues of sunset, and locals begin to wander leisurely along the legendary streets of Thalang and Dibuk. You're sure to see temples, amulet shops, atmospheric street cafes and colorful markets. The Old Town is not only famous for its architecture, but also for its amazing cuisine, with something new and unforgettable to try on every corner, from traditional Chinese soups to local sweets.

Phuket's old town literally “breathes” history. On every corner you can find art studios, galleries or cultural centers where local artists and craftsmen share their art. A stroll through this part of the city is a real journey through time, when modern entertainment neighbors with ancient crafts.

Developed infrastructure

• Supermarkets: Robinson Department Store, Supercheap
• Restaurants: Tu Kab Khao, Raya, The Charm Dining Gallery.
• Institutions: Vachira Phuket Hospital, Satree Phuket School
• Cultural Centers: Phuket Trickeye Museum, Thai Hua Museum, Soi Romanee.

Phuket Old Town is not only the cultural but also the business center of the island. It's home to key educational and medical institutions, traditional restaurants and museums that offer an insight into the history of the region. Soi Romanee is one of the town's most famous streets, home to cafes, restaurants and bars in old houses.

Attractions and natural sites

• Thai Hua Museum - A museum highlighting Phuket's Chinese heritage and its influence on the cultural life of the island.
• Phuket Trickeye Museum - a unique illusion museum where you can immerse yourself in three-dimensional paintings and become part of the exhibit.
• Soi Romanee - an ancient street that was once a center of entertainment and today has become one of the most popular pedestrian areas for evening strolls.
• Chinpracha House is a house museum that preserves the atmosphere of old colonial life.

Transportation accessibility

Phuket Old Town is well connected to other parts of the island thanks to the extensive road network, especially via highways 402 and 4022. From here, beaches on the west coast such as Patong, Kata and Karon can be reached quickly in just 20-30 minutes by car. In the evening, the streets of Old Town turn into cozy pedestrian areas, and small buses and tuk-tuks can easily take you to the main attractions.