Phuket Nightlife by Areas
Where to Go at Night in Phuket
Phuket’s nightlife is as varied as its topography. From wild A-Go-Gos to quiet little beer bars to all-out club action to sipping a Mai Thai at a beach bar, it’s all there for those who want it. Of course, Patong is undeniably Party Central with Bangla Road the beating heart of the Beast but Kata and Karon have similar, if not more modest, nightlife scenes while even Phuket Town boasts a few hopping clubs that cater mainly to locals.
Surin Beach features the classy Stereo Lab while nearby Cherng Talay has a cluster of bars in Tinlay Place near to the Laguna entrance but other than that this area is quiet. Lastly, Rawai, in the south of the island, is fast becoming a party town.
Many upmarket and luxury hotels are located close to Bangtao creating a more distinct and low key nightlife... Often guests don't leave their hotel however the are some lively bars and restaurants, even live music every night for those who do. Read More...
Once the haunt of yachties dropping anchor for a season or two, Chalong used to have just a couple of bars where sailors met for a drink or three. Most of the old bars are still there, but Chalong has undergone a facelift in recent times. Read More...
Kamala is the kind of place to relax with friends in a small restaurant or local bar, so nightlife tends to be low-key however there is an area where it's focused. The main evening attraction is the celebrated Phuket FantaSea entertainment complex, which attracts visitors from all over the island. Read More...
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. Read More...
With the exception of the popular Easyrider's Pub and a few pockets of beer bars - nightlife in Kata is mostly family oriented and relaxed. Dino Park, located on the rise that separates Kata and Karon beaches, is a great place for the family with its minigolf, good hamburgers and happy ambience. Kata's many open-air bars, restaurants and shops are where most visitors relax in the evening. Read More...
Nai Harn's nightlife is fairly quiet and spread out and as a result most people usually only hit one or two places during the entire evening. For early evening there are some pleasant, relaxed bars just metres from the beach at Nai Harn where you can have a nice cocktail or an ice-cold beer and watch the last vestiges of the day fade into darkness. Read More...
Streets of Patong are relatively quiet by day, but when the sun goes down the town awakens and roars. The beach road and back streets turn into a hectic treading ground for street vendors and pedestrians while the bars, pubs and discos become heavily populated with fun-seeking locals and visitors. Bangla Road is the centre of the night-time action. Read More...
Patong is the known as the place to go after the sun goes down in Phuket, but Phuket City has a distinctive nightlife scene that's worth checking out. There are many places attracting the young people of the island with a blend of DJ tunes and trendy atmosphere - Kor Tor Mor, Oasis, and Timber Hut are the hot spots at the moment. Read More...
Rawai is a relatively tight-knit community where a lot of people frequent their 'local' rather than go bar hopping. This doesn't mean there isn't much choice of nightlife however, and the logistics of getting around in Rawai are much easier than most places.
The nightlife in Surin is pretty low key, beachside bars and restaurants is what it's all about. Dining is turned into more of an event than necessity. Eating and drinking at places like Silk, Catch and Envision is a sophisticated affair, alternatively Beach bars offer a more relaxed atmosphere with good company. Read More...