It isn’t all just beaches though, there is also fantastic classical sino-portuguese architecture such as the colorful Thalang Road in Phuket City . That and the very welcome atmosphere and the famous Phuket Nightlife, you can see why the island is a hotspot for tourists in Thailand. Visiting Phuket is easy as there are many travel options. The beaches of the south coast are typically crowded, while the north is far more tranquil. All the major beaches (such as Patong beach, Kata beach, Karon Beach, Nai Han beach, Mai Khao beach, Nai Yang beach) offer instruction and equipment for diving, snorkeling, windsurfing and sailing.