Adjacent to Patong Beach, this buzzing and vibrant strip is a great place to start your Phuket pub crawl. Enter past the iconic Patong Beach sign and prepare your senses for the neon lights, throngs of tourists and touts, street vendors selling snacks, and dance anthems pumping from the plethora of go-go bars and clubs. Those planning to partake in the evening festivities can purchase skip-the-line tickets in advance for entry to various nightclubs. Bangla Road sees dense crowds, especially during the peak holiday season in December. Park yourself at a bar, grab a beer and watch the night unfold. – Tripadvisor

Jungceylon may not have many of the international brands you're familiar with, but it's considered one of Phuket's best malls with a plethora of fashion, beauty, wellness, and electronic stores.

Market shopping in Patong is best done in the busy and air-conditioned lanes of Malin Plaza. Here, vendors sell everything from everyday items like clothing to mobile accessories and souvenirs.

Many come to OTOP for authentic street food and to shop for souvenirs and other goods to take home. Prices aren't as cheap as in other markets, but there are still plenty of bargains to be had.