Phuket Old Town Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Phuket Old Town. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Southern Flavors Phuket Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

• Travstore Original Phuket Discovery Tour—Shared Half-Day City Tour

• ️Phuket Private Instagram Tour: All-Inclusive

• Phuket City Tour—Old Town, Local Food, Temple, & Viewpoint

• Private Customized Phuket Tour with Driver

Phuket Old Town is free to simply stroll around, though guided tours are popular since they cover more ground and come with expert commentary. Shared group tours start from as little as US$20–US$25, and these tend to also take in landmarks such as the Big Buddha and Wat Chalong. Food-focused tours start at around US$50 per person, while private options typically cost US$70–US$80 per person, or up to US$315 per group.

Yes, Phuket Old Town is definitely worth visiting. The neighborhood's Sino-Portuguese shophouses and colorful street art make it one of the most visually striking areas in Phuket. It's also a great place to try southern Thai food from hawker stalls and heritage cafés. Many tours include Phuket Old Town alongside other highlights such as the Big Buddha and Wat Chalong, so you can see more with the added advantage of having a guide to put it all into context.

Per one customer who booked the Phuket City Tour—Old Town, Local Food, Temple, & Viewpoint, "We had an amazing time on our tour! It was the perfect day well spent exploring Phuket. Taew was our guide—and she was absolutely incredible. We also had a really great and safe driver, Nan. Taew was very explanatory. She taught us so much history and cultural information. I couldn't have asked for a better tour with the sightseeing and food opportunities. Especially since we were staying a bit far from Old Phuket Town. 10/10 would do again. Thank you!"

Phuket Old Town is a historic area in central Phuket, located at the southeastern end of the island. Known for its colorful Sino-Portuguese buildings, the area has many temples, museums, shops, cafés, and restaurants. The main streets to explore are Thalang, Diduk, Krabi, Phang Nga, and Yaowarat.

Since Phuket Old Town is quite compact, you can see many of its highlights in around an hour. However, if you want to visit museums or temples, go shopping, or try some of its many culinary offerings, you should plan to visit for half a day or more.

Phuket Old Town features in many Phuket sightseeing tours. Most tours combine it with other popular attractions—such as Wat Chalong, the Big Buddha, and Karon Viewpoint—while some focus on themes, such as food or photography.

Some of the best and most popular restaurants in Phuket Old Town are the Michelin-listed Blue Elephant (which also offers cooking classes), One Chun Café & Restaurant, Tu Kab Khao, Surf & Turf by Soul Kitchen, local favorite Go Benz, Ka Jok See, Raya Restaurant, and Natural Restaurant Phuket (Tammarchart).

Phuket Old Town can be easily explored on foot, but it’s best to set out early in the morning to avoid the midday heat. Should you want to stop for a break or refreshments, there are plenty of cafés, restaurants, and bars.

Phuket Old Town plays host to many cultural events and festivals, including the Phuket Old Town Festival in February, which sometimes coincides with Chinese New Year; the Baba (Peranakan) Wedding Festival in June, a traditional Chinese event; the Hungry Ghost Festival, a month-long celebration August honoring the dead; and the Phuket Vegetarian Festival, usually around October.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting Phuket Old Town. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in and around Phuket:

• Phi Phi Islands (Koh Phi Phi)

• Maya Bay (Maya Beach)

• James Bond Island (Ko Khao Phing Kan)

• Phang Nga Bay (Ao Phang Nga)

• Big Buddha Phuket

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Phuket.