It’s been said Patong Beach is dirty, seedy, grimy, and unabashedly debaucherous – even dangerous. All that may be true.
I get it, it’s not everybody’s cup of tea.
But I love it. Here’s 7 reasons why.
7 Things I Love About Patong Beach (Phuket, Thailand)
Editor’s Note: This post is part of my Myanmar–Thailand trip to Asia. For more on this trip, check out my other posts on Myanmar, Thailand, and Japan.
The Always Lively Patong Bay
Beach view of Patong Bay
The Luxurious Ocean Front Resorts
Amari Phuket
Amari Phuket
The Residence Villas
The Nearby Picture-Perfect Islands
Koh Phi Phi
Koh Phi Phi
Maya Beach
Pileh Lagoon
The Super-Tasty (And Super-Affordable) Food
Dinner at Mr. Good’s Seafood
The seafood catch at Savoey
Night markets
The People Watching (And Bar-Hopping) On Thanon Bangla (Bangla Street)
Bangla Street
Bangla Street
FHOP Tip: A word to the wise: Brush up on your Connect Four & Jenga skills before you get here.Â
The Locals And The Tourists From All Over The World
The Pure Unbridled Insanity
Yes, believe it or not, these are real brands of alcohol you can find at the grocery store in Phuket.
This totally allegorical beach tile says it all
Final Thoughts: 7 Things I Love About Patong Beach (Phuket, Thailand)
Patong Beach is the main attraction on Phuket Island, and for good reason. Las Vegas ain’t got nothing on Patong Beach.
Sure, it’s not for everybody all the time, but you haven’t truly lived until you’ve partied ’til the sunrise here.
Cheers!
