Things to do in Phuket in 24 Hours

Go up to Promthep Cape

Not an early riser? Well, you might want to change your ways just for a day because a visit to Promthep Cape at sunrise is totally worth the effort! Even at any other time of the day, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the ocean from Promthep Cape, one of the many beautiful viewpoints in Phuket and is one of  the major Phuket’s attraction.

 

Take a trip to Phang Nga Bay & James Bond Island

Now that you would have already made an early start to the day, why not take a boat ride to the enchanting Phang Nga Bay and its most famous landmark, James Bond Island. Among the amazing things to do in Phuket, these islands offer you adventure sports like canoeing on the emerald green waters surrounded by intriguing limestone cliffs as well as kayaking.

 

Visit Wat Chalong

After a dose of adventure, where better than this beautiful Buddhist temple to find serenity? One of the major Phuket’s attraction, Wat Chalong with its magnificent architecture and tranquil environs is sure to leave you mesmerised.

 

Visit Big Buddha on Nakkerd Hills

One of the many things to do in Phuket comprises of a visit to The Big Buddha statue on Nakkerd Hills. Be prepared to have your jaw drop as you approach this colossal Buddha statue, sitting majestically on top of Nakkerd Hills in Phuket. In addition to the grandness of the statue, you can also enjoy superb panoramic views from atop the hill.

 

Experience an evening of pure entertainment at Phuket Fantasea

 

This ‘ultimate cultural theme park’ will dazzle and delight you with brilliant stage performances including that of many adorable elephants, complete with glittering costumes and amazing lights and sounds. After the show, enjoy an exciting shopping spree at the park and top it with a scrumptious dinner at one of the restaurants.

 

Stroll around Bangla Road

After experiencing many different delights that Phuket has to offer, end the day with a leisurely stroll down Bangla Road in the Patong beach area and see the vibrant and bold nightlife of Phuket. Those who fancy a drink can pop into one of the bars covered in vivid lights and the party animals can dance the night away at a trendy club.

 

There’s a lot more that Phuket has to offer so make sure to take out more than just a day when you visit this fascinating beach town in Thailand. Plan your trip today and book flights and hotels only on MakeMyTrip.com!

 

How to reach :

By air: The Phuket International Airport is the second busiest airport of Thailand after the Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok.  The airport is well-connected to Bangkok with daily flights. There are also direct flights to India, Australia, Malaysia, Singapore and Germany, among other countries.

By road: Buses to other regions of Thailand including Bangkok, Krabi, Phang Na and Surat Thani operate at the BKS terminal located just off Thanon Phang Nga in Phuket Town. Buses from the Southern Bus Terminal of Bangkok to Phuket are the most reliable and convenient way of travelling between the two cities and take up to 13 hours to reach Phuket.

By train : Although there are no direct trains to Phuket, one can travel on trains going from Bangkok to Singapore and get off at Phun Phin railway station. Phuket is another 5 hours by bus from Phun Phin, which is located in the Surat Thani Province of Thailand.