Shopping in Phuket is like a dream come true for a shopaholic. Surely, Bangkok would come to your mind when you think of shopping in Thailand, but Phuket is equally brimming with ample of marketplaces. The island is always bustling with a variety of shopping options- from the smallest of the shopping stalls to the most elaborate and extravagant shopping malls. The lively bars, fancy boutiques, and the peppy flea markets are equally famed. For those seeking the ultimate shopping experience in Thailand, exploring the best Thailand packages that include Phuket can unlock a world of vibrant markets and unique finds.

There is something or the other for everyone. You can get traditional handicrafts, unique clothes, jewelry, antiques, and much more to choose from. You can buy several popular souvenirs like Thai soap flowers and fruits, Thai silk, elephant and frog sculptures, spa products. If this is your first trip to Phuket, then remember, Phuket shopping involves a lot of bargaining, especially in markets like Dao Aungkhan Market and G Market. The shopkeepers here generally hike the prices for tourists and expect you to counter-offer by 30-50%. So don't be shy and get into the fun of bargaining and shopping.

There is a tremendous variety of affordable and vibrant fresh food markets like the Banzaan market and Public Fresh Market 1, where you can shop, explore and savor the fresh local cuisine. The fresh markets are an important part of the Thai lifestyle. These show you a glimpse of how the local Thai society works. You will get to see and taste the exotic fruits, vegetables, and seafood which you have never seen or heard of before.