Phuket Nightlife by Areas

Patong Beach Nighlife

It's loud, it's raunchy and it's utterly unforgettable. Legendary Patong Beach is the island's number one nightlife zone. On offer is a bewildering mix of restaurant-lounges, beer bars, Go-Go bars, pubs, discos, live music clubs, transvestite cabarets and a lot more. Find out where to go (hotspots) and what you're likely to see... or click here for our 'First time guide to Patong nightlife'! (Read More...)

Karon Beach Nightlife

Less hectic than Patong, Karon is a family friendly and couples place where sundowners, seafood dinners and classical Thai dinner/dances are the main attractions. Low key and casual, beer bars are limited to a small area and there are no discos but if you need more action, Patong is just north - 10 minutes drive over the hill.

Kata Beach Nightlife

Kata Beach, further south, has a village type ambiance with good restaurants and a small bar beer area. Overlooking the beach The Boathouse Wine and Grill offers a superb wine cellar and great food. Enjoy classical Thai performances and dinner at Marina Cottage. A good compromise between Karon and Patong Beach.

Kamala Beach Nightlife

Phuket FantaSea forms the main evening attraction at Kamala Beach, where Thai legends mix with pyrotechnics, acrobatics and elephants for an amazing spectacle and theatrical experience. Kamala's other options - small bars and local restaurants are low-key and relaxed. Not surprising as Patong's bright lights are just 10 minutes away.

Rawai Beach, Nai Harn & Chalong g

Nightlife in Rawai, Chalong and Nai Harn at the island's southern end has a more laid-back feel. Visitors are drawn to the inexpensive local food served at the seafront restaurants, although a few bars have popped up in recent years as well. Live music and international cuisine are just a few of the offerings.

Phuket Town Nightlife

Phuket Town provides a more local scene with music pubs like Timber Rock and Jammin' offering good live rock 'n' roll and Thai food. An interesting alternative are the Thai-style "coffee shops" - nightclubs where ladies in fancy dresses take turns singing Thai songs while customers eat, drink and, occasionally, entice singers to join them at their tables.

Bang Tao Beach

A number of upmarket and luxury hotels are located in Bang Tao, creating a more distinct and low-key nightlife based around fine dining and cocktails. Laguna Phuket is fully self contained with restaurants, bars, entertainment and leisure activities. An inviting mix of pubs, classy restaurants and lounges is found just outside the Laguna complex.