Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan an unforgettable trip to Phuket. Find hidden beaches, devour flavourful street food, see a Thai boxing match, with the latest edition of our Pocket travel guide and find 'perfect day' itineraries, fun walking tours and tips so you can discover twice the city in half the time.
Discover twice the city in half the time as Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Phuket.
This latest edition uncovers the city's most popular experiences and unexpected surprises from taking a Thai cooking class at the renowned Blue Elephant Cooking School, to hiking the jungle up to the waterfall of Nam Tok Bang Pae to swim in natural pools, and catching the sunrise over the glittering seafront temple of Wat Nai Harn.
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's PocketPhuket travel guide:
- Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1 - 7 days
- All-new structure and designthat's easy to use so you can navigate Phuket effortlessly
- Exciting 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
- Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors
- Vibrant photography and maps including a pull out map of Phuket
- Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and unique experiences
- Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Phuket Pride to Big Buddha and Sirinat National Park
- Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; navigating transport confidently; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
- Covers: Phuket Town, Hat Patong, Hat Karon, Hat Kata, Rawai, Hat Kamala, Hat Surin, Ao Bang Thao & Cherngtalay, Northeastern Phuket, Northern Beaches
Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Phuket.
