Heat, Ocean and Patong: 24 Hours in Phuket
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Thailand · Phuket
Heat, Ocean and Patong: 24 Hours in Phuket
Phuket is Thailand's largest island. For LGBTQ+ travellers it offers the perfect cocktail of tropical relaxation by day and uninhibited parties by night.
Safety and Atmosphere
Safety Index: High
Phuket is completely accustomed to LGBTQ+ tourists. In the Patong area and on the main beaches you are perfectly safe. PDA in gay bars is the norm.
Morning: Aesthetics and Coffee
10:00 — Phuket Town (Old Phuket Town) Drive to the historic centre. Phuket Town is famous for its Sino-Portuguese architecture: colourful arcaded buildings, hipster cafes and incredible street art. Stop into The Tent or Bookhemian.
Afternoon: Beach Hedonism
14:00 — Kata or Surin Beach Avoid swimming at Patong. Take a taxi to Kata Beach (relaxed vibe) or Surin Beach (premium atmosphere). Hire a sun lounger and enjoy the Andaman Sea.
Phuket — Patong, Kata, Surin, Paradise Complex
Evening and Night: Paradise Complex
20:00 — Dinner with a View Have dinner at the cliffside restaurant Mom Tri Kitchen while watching the sunset.
23:00 — Paradise Complex, Patong All the island's LGBTQ+ nightlife is concentrated in one zone in Patong.
- Simon Cabaret — a large-scale theatrical show of world class.
- Zag Club — the main dance club, where tourists and locals alike gather.
Where to Stay
Nap Patong
Patong, Phuket
From $100 / €95 per night
A stylish, modern hotel within walking distance of Paradise Complex, but far enough away for quiet.
The Shore at Katathani
Kata, Phuket
From $400 / €370 per night
Adults-only villas with private pools. Perfect for romantic couples away from Patong.
Practical Tips
Transport: Phuket has no good public transport. Book a hotel in the Patong area for nightlife, or in Kata/Karon for the beach.
Destination
Phuket
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