Novotel Phuket City Phokeethra - Family & Business trip hotel - Phuket Old Town

Phuket Old Town is a historic district in Phuket, Thailand. It is known for its Sino-Portuguese architecture, which is a blend of Chinese and Portuguese styles. The district is home to several temples, museums, and shops. So if you begin to feel bored by the beach, this town might be the perfect location to understand the Thai culture and experience life as a local.

Phuket Old Town: A Cultural Melting Pot

The historical, cultural, and administrative center of the Kingdom’s largest island, Phuket Town has a fascinating past. Once it was the transit point for Europeans (French, Portuguese, Dutch, and British), Burmese, Indian merchants, and Malay pirates, among others.

The 19th-century tin-mining boom attracted Chinese immigrants. They brought with them their unique architecture, culture, and cuisine, and eventually married into the local Siamese communities, giving birth to the unique Baba Peranakan culture.

What to do in Phuket Old Town

Today, Phuket Old Town is a popular tourist destination. The town reflects this in its magnificent Sino-colonial mansions, brightly-hued Taoist temples, colorful markets, and award-winning restaurants dishing out Phuketian, Hokkien, and Thai cuisines.

Here are some of the things you don’t want to miss out on when visiting this old town.

• Visit the Phuket City Pillar Shrine, which is a Hindu shrine that is said to be the city’s protector.
• Explore the Sino-Portuguese architecture in the district. There are several well-preserved buildings to see, including the Thalang Chinese Temple and the Phuket Museum.
• Shopping at Sunday Walking Street Market, which is a great place to find souvenirs, handicrafts, and street food.
• Take a cooking class and learn how to make Thai food.
• Enjoy and relax at In Balance SPA, where you can get a massage
• Sample the local cuisine at one of the many restaurants in the area such as Amor Restaurant at Novotel Phuket

Best hotel near Phuket Old Town

Located in one of the busiest districts in the city, the old town of Phuket is a well-known spot for locals to hang out and spend time together. If you don’t own a car or personal vehicle, the best way to visit this place is by staying near the location.

The best hotel in the area is likely Novotel Phuket City Phokeethra, located in the heart of Phuket Town. Known for its quality and service, this hotel is a perfect choice for travelers. Just 10 minutes from Rassada Pier and 5 minutes from Phuket’s Old Town, Novotel Phuket is an ideal place to stay for a couple of nights before heading to your next island destination.