Province guide
Phuket
Phuket is an Andaman Sea province centred on Thailand's largest island, with three districts spanning Phuket Town, major west-coast resorts, quieter northern communities and offshore islands. Compare areas, transport and seasonal conditions before choosing a base.
Southern Thailand
Area 543.0 km²
Population 429,583
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Areas and communities
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Kathu District
DistrictKathu District is an administrative district (amphoe) in Phuket Province, Thailand.
Mueang Phuket District
DistrictMueang Phuket District is an administrative district (amphoe) in Phuket Province, Thailand.
Thalang District
DistrictThalang District is an administrative district (amphoe) in Phuket Province, Thailand.
Ko Hae (Coral Island)
IslandKo Hae (Coral Island) is a physical island in Phuket Province, Thailand.
Ko Lon
IslandKo Lon is a physical island in Phuket Province, Thailand.
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Highlights and local life
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Ko Rang Noi
Ko Rang Noi is a physical island in Phuket Province, Thailand.
Ko Rang Yai
Ko Rang Yai is a physical island in Phuket Province, Thailand.
Ko Sirey
Ko Sirey is a physical island in Phuket Province, Thailand.
Ko Lon
Ko Lon is a physical island in Phuket Province, Thailand.
Ko Naka Noi
Ko Naka Noi is a physical island in Phuket Province, Thailand.
Experiences and activities
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Beaches and water activities
Swimming, kayaking, kitesurfing and boat trips
Nature and outdoor
National parks, hiking, cycling and golf
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Family friendly
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Southern Thailand Phuket
PhuketProvince
Kathu DistrictDistrict
Mueang Phuket DistrictDistrict
Thalang DistrictDistrict
Ko Hae (Coral Island)Island
Ko LonIsland
Ko Mai ThonIsland
Ko Maphrao (Coconut Island)Island
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- Property agents and services
- Buying property
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Guides and practical information
Essential information for living in, visiting or doing business in Phuket.
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Current and useful now
Live information and timely updates for Phuket.
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Seasonal informationNovember to February is usually drier and less humid. Southwest-monsoon months bring more rain and can produce rougher sea conditions, so check current forecasts and beach warning flags.View seasonal guide
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Understand Phuket
Phuket is a Southern Thailand province on the Andaman Sea, centred on Phuket Island and including smaller surrounding islands. The province covers 543.034 square kilometres and is divided into three districts—Mueang Phuket, Kathu and Thalang—and 17 subdistricts. Phuket Province and Phuket Island are related but not identical geographic levels; use the island and district pages below when you need a more precise location.
Area choice strongly shapes a stay. Mueang Phuket District includes Phuket Old Town and southern and western bases such as Kata, Karon and Rawai; Kathu District includes Patong and inland Kathu; Thalang District covers much of the north, including the airport area and quieter beach communities. Compare journey times as well as distance, especially when plans cross the island.
Phuket at a glance
- Official name
- Phuket Province
- Thai name
- ภูเก็ต
- Region
- Southern Thailand
- Population
- 429,583 (2024)
- Area
- 543.0 km²
- Type
- Province
Weather and when to visit
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Tue28°C / 25°C
Wed29°C / 25°C
Thu30°C / 24°C
Fri30°C / 25°C
Sat30°C / 25°C
Sun29°C / 24°C
Mon29°C / 25°C
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Nearby and related places
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Talat Nuea SubdistrictSubdistrict
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Ko SireyIsland
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- Sources
- Phuket Provincial Office
- Last reviewed
- 20 September 2026
- Content owner
- ThailandNavigator Editorial Team
- Page type
- Province guide