How to Spend a Rainy Day in Phuket
While Phuket is known for its sunny beach days, Phuket also has a fierce rain season spanning from May to October. However! Do not let this deter you! Visiting Phuket during this season, everything is almost half-price!
Rainy days are perfect for sitting indoors, drinking warm tea, and watching the rain outside. Rainy days are also great for getting out and doing new things, things you usually wouldn’t do. Make your Phuket trip extra special by doing these 5 things while it’s raining in Phuket.
Get a Thai Massage
While wet outside, why not seek to be pampered and relax while enjoying a Thai massage? If you’re unsure where to begin, we have everything you need to know about Thai massages, including what to expect and where to find the best ones in your area.
Thai massages are a type of bodywork that originated in Thailand. They use pressure points on the body to help reduce pain and increase blood flow. Thai massages are known for their deep pressure and focus on releasing tension from muscles and joints. This makes them ideal for people with chronic pain or injury issues or simply those who want to relax.
The best Thai massages will be performed by someone who has a lot of experience giving them. When deciding where to go, look for someone who has been practising massage therapy for many years, has continually taken educational courses on anatomy and physiology and (most importantly) is insured by the state’s massage therapy board. This means they’ve passed rigorous training requirements set by regulators to perform these treatments safely (and legally).
Spend the Day at a Shopping Centre
I know to some, shopping can be a daunting experience, but remove that idea from your mind. Shopping in Phuket is a different experience from what you expect. Our shopping centres have something for everyone.
Shopping in Phuket is an experience. While there are plenty of shops with fantastic bargains, there are also bars, restaurants, theme parks, mini golf, cinemas, and so much more!
We have so many shopping centres, and every one is unique. Our most famous shopping centre is Central Festival because it has everything one could need, and more. It is located in Patong, where all kinds of restaurants and entertainment venues are. There are many other places like this one, they are smaller than Central Festival and don’t offer as much variety.
Read more: 8 of the Best Shopping Malls in Phuket – Not just for Shoppers.
Visit Cafes or a Restuarant
If you’re visiting Phuket while it’s raining, there’s no better place to get out of the rain and spend some time than a cafe or restaurant. The island has several excellent options for visitors who want to stay dry and warm while they enjoy their food.
Some of the best cafes and restaurants are in Patong, Kata, Kamala, and Nai Harn. Visiting one of these places will allow you to enjoy delicious Thai food.
Read more: 6 Best Restaurants to try in Phuket.
Take a Cooking Class
Taking a cooking class in Phuket is a great way to spend an afternoon. It’s a fantastic way to learn how to cook local dishes and immerse yourself in Thai culture.
You can take classes at any of the cookware shops that are dotted around the island. The lesson will usually last about two hours, during which you’ll learn how to make several dishes from scratch. You won’t need to bring any ingredients with you – they will all be included in the price. You then sit down to eat them with your fellow students.
There’s nothing quite like sitting in front of a plateful of food that YOU made yourself, learning a new skill and sharing it with someone special!
We recommend the Phuket Thai Cooking Academy!
Visit Art Galleries and Museums
Galleries and museums in Phuket are the perfect way to explore Thai culture. If you’re looking for a quiet afternoon stroll, head to the Thalang National Museum. This museum is home to many historical artifacts and art pieces that tell the story of Phuket’s past.
If you’re looking for something more exciting, head to the Phuket Art Village or the Phuket Trickeye Museum. Both galleries have amazing exhibits that will keep you coming back again and again!