Things To Do In Phuket At Night

Things To Do In Phuket At Night
Gabriel
Gabriel 
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Phuket is considered a major tourist destination in Thailand. It attracts thousands of tourists every year. Its beaches are its main attraction, with travelers from all over the world wanting to have a taste of its fine white sand and crystal clear waters. With this in mind, locals and foreign investors alike have put their money in features that they deem travelers will need like accommodations and restaurants. Phuket Island is the perfect place for snorkeling and other water activities. Patong Beach, on the other hand, offers great nightlife for the party lovers. However, other than these, you still have loads of other things you can do during your visit to this island paradise. These are some of the best activities that await you when the sun goes down. Simply check out our list of things to do in Phuket at Night and choose the ones that excite you the most.

1. Shop at Phuket night markets

Phuket Night Market at Talang street
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If you want to shop for the best bargains in Thailand, come to the night markets in Phuket. These shops offer a unique kind of shopping and a great chance of getting items at cheap prices. You can often find cheap eats, handicraft stuff, and clothes for everybody. The nice thing about it is that Phuket has quite a number of these. Each one of these markets specializes in certain products and attractions. Some have live music while others have street shows. That means that you can spend the whole day at the beach and then have dinner and do some shopping after dark in any of Phuket’s night markets.

Phuket Night Markets

Address: Multiple locations

Opening Hours: 5 PM onwards

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2. Watch cultural shows at Siam Niramit

Siam Niramit
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One of the coolest things to do at night in Phuket is to watch one of the best cultural shows in Siam Niramit. By doing so, you get a fast course about the history of Thailand and its people. Throw in some features about their daily lives, traditions, and spirituality and you get a visual spectacle that you will never forget. All these are expressed through dance, song, acrobatics, and great dialogue. One of the highlights of the show is the boat sailing on water. It comes in three acts all filled with glittering stage sets and colorful costumes. Visual effects like smoke, lightning and thunder, and fire will leave you breathless.

Siam Niramit

Address: 55/81 Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand

Opening Hours: 5 PM to 11 PM. Closed on Tuesdays

Website: Siam Niramit

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3. Visit Quip Sky Bar

Rooftop Bar
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If you want to party here in the best place in Phuket, then head over to Quip Sky Bar. The rooftop bar combines an artistic décor with some of the best views you can take in. The menu specializes in different ways of preparing lobster. The bar is located on the fifth level of Quip Bed & Breakfast and is one of the more popular places to hang out in Phuket. Just imagine yourself having a cold drink in hand while taking in the cool breeze from the shores. All these make this place special and a must for all vacationers who come to Phuket.

Quip Sky Bar

Address: 54 Phuket Rd, Tambon Talat Yai, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand

Opening Hours: 4 PM to 12 MN

Website: Quip Sky Bar

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4. Check out Simon Cabaret

Simon Cabaret
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When it comes to nightly entertainment, Thailand is known for their ladyboys. You will get your fair share of them in Phuket, especially in Simon Cabaret. This place provides the most popular and entertaining shows on the island. The décor of the place is very classy and sophisticated. This is not going to be an ordinary show because it is the type that will leave you speechless and amazed. All of the performers undergo professional training. They provide you with comedy, music, and laughter all night long. The visual part of the show will leave you asking for more and could even make you come back.

Simon Cabaret

Opening Hours: Shows start at 6:00 PM, 7:30 PM, and 9 PM

Website: Simon Cabaret

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5. Go beach clubbing at Dream Beach Club

Beach Club
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If you cannot get enough of the waters of Phuket but want to go clubbing at the same time, Dream Beach Club is the place that can fulfill your need for both. Set foot in one of the largest clubs in all of Thailand and have the party of your life here. With two swimming pools to dive into and the shores of Layan Beach within your reach, you will never have too much water to have fun in. It comes with hundreds of sunbeds and four bars for you to relax and have a drink in. Enjoy the best drinks and music you can have in Phuket, here in Dream Beach Club.

Dream Beach Club

Address: Layan Beach, Soi 2, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand

Opening Hours: 11 AM to 8 PM

Website: Dream Beach Club

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6. Listen to live music at Patong

Patong
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Patong is known for their live music scene. Here, musicians and artists perform the best songs. All you have to do is walk its streets and choose any of the venues lined up. These places play host to a wide range of music from folk, hip-hop, R and B, to rock. The venues themselves vary in design. Some have that contemporary vibe while others have a rustic feel to them. Most of the performers here are known in the night circuit or are just starting out to make a name for themselves. Patong is the best place to enjoy live music.

Live Music at Patong

Address: Multiple Locations

Opening Hour: Most shows start at 8 PM

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7. Visit FantaSea

Phuket fantasea
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This is Phuket’s famous theme park. It is huge and has several features that are unique to it. Kids and adults will certainly have fun here. Its unique attractions focus on Thailand’s culture and history. Here, adults will enjoy shopping for handicrafts while kids keep themselves happy in some of the park’s fairs. With a beautiful design centered on Thai legends, visitors have a lot of opportunities to learn more about Thai tradition. If you find yourself getting hungry, a restaurant that serves Thai cuisine awaits. And then there are the shows performed by professionals that will keep you entertained through the night.

Visit FantaSea

Address: 99 Moo 3 Kamala Kathu Phuket 83150, Thailand

Opening Hours: 5:30 PM to 11:30 PM.

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8. Try Thai boxing at Bangla Boxing Stadium

Bangla Boxing Stadium - panoramio
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Jacek Lesniowski used under CC BY-SA 3.0

Thai boxing or Muay Thai takes center stage in this venue. Known to promote Thai boxing in this part of the island, Bangla Boxing Stadium offers instructions for travelers who are interested in this form of martial arts. Learn every step of what goes on in a Muay Thai match. This includes Sarama, the cultural sounding music that boosts fighters’ energy levels and the pre-fight dance called wai krum ram muay, which is done to show respect to coaches and trainers. Aside from developing strength, Thai boxing is also about the country’s history and tradition. So if you want to learn this form of martial arts, come to Bangla Boxing Stadium.

Try Thai boxing at Bangla Boxing Stadium

Address: 171 Soi Sansabai, Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83150, Thailand

Opening Hours: 9:00 – 12:00 on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays

Access: In front of Banzaan Market

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9. Eat dinner at Timber Hut

Fried Rice
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Although dinner may not be associated with Timber Hut as it is more of a bar than a restaurant, ordering some of the main courses is not a bad idea at all. The reason is that the place serves excellent and authentic Thai cuisine. Here you can have your fill of various fried rice, noodles, grilled chicken, fish, fresh seafood, and meats. The flavors of Thai cuisine are all focused on every dish that comes out of the kitchen. Sweet, tangy, bitter, salty, and spicy are all evident in every bite. Having dinner at Timber Hut is the best way to start off a fun-filled night.

Eat dinner at Timber Hut

Address: 118/1 Yaowarat Rd, ตำบล ตลาดใหญ่ Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand

Opening Hours: 6 PM to 2:15 AM

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There is more to do in Phuket after dark

Chalong, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket, Thailand - panoramio (70)
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Максим Улитин used under CC BY 3.0

These fun-filled places will keep you entertained after the sun sets in this island paradise. Come to Phuket and enjoy the beaches by day and these activities at night.

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