Old Town Phuket – Where Portugal Meets Thailand

Phuket is known for its beaches. But if you only come for the sand, you’re missing half the story. Old Town Phuket feels like walking through a time capsule – one filled with Sino-Portuguese shophouses, crumbling mansions, street art, Chinese shrines, and the smell of fresh roti. It’s colorful, chaotic, and completely charming. The buildings? Pastel dreams with shuttered windows and tiled corridors. The cafés? Hipper than you’d expect. And the food? A mix of Thai, Chinese, and Peranakan flavors you won’t find on the coast. Wander around on a Sunday evening for the Walking Street Market - handmade crafts, sizzling skewers, live music, and maybe even a Thai Elvis or two. 📍 Thalang Rd, Soi Romanee & beyond 🍜 Must try: Hokkien noodles, roti with condensed milk 🎨 Don’t miss: the street art hiding in alleyways 📸 Best photo ops: early morning, before the crowds Old Town isn’t just the old part of Phuket – it’s the soul. #slowlifephuket #thailand #historicallandmarks #localguides