TRAVEL

Visiting Phuket Soon? Here Are Some Underrated Things to Do on the Island

Visiting Phuket Soon? Here Are Some Underrated Things to Do on the Island

Phuket is known for being one of the most beautiful islands in Thailand, and it’s also notorious for its nightlife scene. But Phuket is actually more than just the beaches and bars. If you already booked your flights to Thailand and found the best hotel in Phuket (also known as  افضل فندق في بوكيت), here are some underrated things that you can do on the island:

  • Explore Sirinat National Park

Most people who visit Phuket head straight to Patong Beach or Banana Beach. But if you want a different perspective of the island, one where you can actually see pine trees in the background and aircrafts flying very close to the beach as they land, go to Sirinat National Park. The park is also home to more than 130 bird species and a lush mangrove forest, which adds to its charm and beauty.

  • Wander Around Phuket Old Town

Walking around Phuket Old Town makes you feel like you’re somewhere in Europe, thanks to the many Sino-Portuguese style buildings in this part of the island. Visiting this area gives you a glimpse of the local life and it’s also a shopping and dining haven where you can find many shops and restaurants, especially on Thalang Road.

  • Immerse in Local Culture at Kathu Village

Kathu Village may not be the most popular side of town, but you have to visit this small village if you want to immerse in the island’s local culture. Here, you’ll see the houses of locals, some temples and a few restaurants serving authentic Thai cuisine. Head to Krua Thung Thong to try their giant ant eggs and Krua Jongjit Restaurant that serves delicious Thai food at budget-friendly prices.

  • Experience Serenity in Ao Sane Beach

If you find Patong Beach and Banana Beach to be too overcrowded, then find some peace and tranquility at Ao Sane Beach. Being a little tucked away, this beach doesn’t attract as many tourists as the other beaches, so you can still enjoy some peace and quiet while being here. But Ao Sane Beach isn’t totally secluded since it has some bungalows, tiny restaurants and even water activities like scuba diving and snorkelling. You will need to walk for a few minutes passing through the Nai Harn Resort to reach Ao Sane, but it will surely be worth it.

Of course, you can’t leave Phuket without learning how to cook a few Thai dishes. Luckily, you can easily find restaurants offering Thai cooking classes around the island. The Blue Elephant Cooking Class teaches you how to cook classic Thai dishes in a beautiful Sino-Portuguese mansion, while the Phuket Thai Cooking Academy offers professional classes where you get to learn different curries, the famous Pad Thai, and of course, some desserts.

Spending a holiday in Thailand, especially in Phuket, definitely has a lot of perks. In fact, the trip just might change your life. So what are you waiting for? Book that ticket and experience the holiday of a lifetime. And if you’re still looking for a hotel in Phuket, book with us now.