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What to do in Phuket when it rains?

Insider's Response

You’ve got plenty of options! For example:

● Go shopping. Discover where to find international and Thai brands in our Shopping Malls selection.
● Dive into the island’s history and culture. You can do this by visiting places from our Museums and Temples guides.
● Take a food tour. Explore new culinary experiences in the Cafes & Restaurants section.
● Relax at a spa or with a Thai massage. It’s a must-try in Phuket — check out available salons here.
● Join a cooking class and learn to make Tom Yum or Pad Thai.
● Try yoga, fitness, or even padel. You’ll find venues in our Sports Sections section.
● If you speak English, go to the cinema. Shopping malls have theaters showing movies in English.
● Play bowling or billiards, or try an escape room — like Dark House.

As you can see, there’s no reason to be bored in Phuket! And don’t forget, island rains are often short-lived — you won’t need to wait long to enjoy the sun again.

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