Phuket
ภูเก็ต
Capital
Phuket Town
Area
576 km²
Population
418,003
Best Time
Nov-Feb
Thailand's largest island and premier beach destination, offering everything from party beaches to luxury resorts, with a charming Sino-Portuguese old town.
Climate
Tropical monsoon. Wet season May-October with afternoon storms.
Best Time to Visit
November to April (dry season)
- Patong Beach
- Old Phuket Town
- Phi Phi Islands (day trips)
- Big Buddha
- Phang Nga Bay
By Air
Phuket International Airport (HKT) - major international hub
Vegetarian Festival (October)
Old Town Festival
Budget
Patong/Kata guesthouses from ฿600/night
Mid-Range
Beach resorts ฿2,000-5,000/night
Luxury
5-star resorts from ฿10,000+/night
Patong is busy and touristy; try Kata, Karon, or the west coast for quieter beaches. Rent a scooter carefully - roads are hilly.
Thai Name
ภูเก็ต
Region
Southern ThailandCapital
Phuket Town
เมืองภูเก็ต
Population
418,003
(2023 data)
Area
576 km²
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