Phuket Nightlife - Overview
Phuket Fantasea
Phuket
Fantasea, located in Kamala beach, is well known for the tourists as the ultimate
nighttime cultural theme park of Phuket inspired by Thailand’s rich and exotic
heritage, Phuket Fantasea not only showcases the charm and beauty of Thailand,
but also enriched ancient Thai traditions using cutting edge technology where
state of the art technology and special effects enhance the grace and beauty
of local myths, mysteries and magic in a wondrous extravaganza. It has won several
awards from the TAT, among the distinctive ones are Best Attraction Thailand
Tourism Awards for the four consecutive years from the year 2000 to 2003.
This large-scale night time amusement centre was set up on an area of 140 acres near the village of Kamala Bay, just 4 kilometers north of Patong. Attractions include the Culture-Illusion Stage Show, “Fantasy of the Kingdom” is the ultimate in Las Vegas style show that incorporates Thai culture with magical illusions, 4 dimensional effects, elephant circus and stunts into one unforgettable theatrical masterpiece guaranteed to thrill and delight visitors of all ages or nationalities.
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spectacular buffet restaurant, “Golden Kinnaree Restaurant” provides a 4,000
seated restaurant offering a grand buffet of Thai and International cuisine.
Buffet Dinner time is from 18:00 - 20:30 hours. A breathtaking Las Vegas-style
the theatrical show, where state-of-the art technology and special effects enhance
the beauty of Thailand's Myths, Mysteries and Magic in a wondrous, extravaganza
certain to delight everyone. Mythical Kinnarees, half-bird and half-woman of
legendary beauty and graciousness, look after their guests like proverbial kings.
Amidst a mystical Himmaphan forest setting, visitors can indulge in a sumptuous
feast of Royal Thai dishes and delicacies from popular international cuisine,
prepared by some of Thailand's finest chefs. The Golden Kinnaree Buffet Restaurant
also welcome large groups, and has a wide range of facilities to host ban quests,
conferences, corporate meetings and theme parties which are all in an unforgettable
one-of-a-kind atmosphere of Thai mythology.
Shopping
village “the enchanted Festive Village”, Cultural Parade & Street Shows, Traditional
Games and Carnivals, Handicraft Demonstrations & Live Performances (performed
in “Palace of the Elephants”) Palace of Elephants is a grand 3,000 seats of-the-art-
theater that houses a show combining culture and illusion that is beyond imagination.
The stage performance is exceptionally extraordinary and is beyond “just a spectacular
show”. It is indeed a perfect blend of Thai cultural traditions with the help
of cutting edge technology. Visitors can see magic elephants disappearing into
thin air, gymnastics, musical fountains, and a circus. This enchanted Festival
Village leads is like a journey through Thailand's architectural history. Each
fascinating facade provides a unique shopping experience where visitors can
buy high quality locally made products from 15 different shops offering silk,
leather, handicrafts, ceramics, jewelry, souvenirs, unusual items about elephants
and Siamese twins, and much more! Home to the Kamalan people, Festival Village
is a wonderful introduction to the theme park, where the accent is on fun and
entertains couple with Thailand's legendary hospitality. Marvel at the skills
of the demonstrating a range of traditional arts and crafts. Enjoy cultural
parades, pageants, street shows and elephant rides. Join us, if you like. Theme
Park operating hours: 17:30 - 23:30 hrs.
Iyara
Spectacular situated in the Palace court having the statue of the Prince of
Kamala which is frozen in the stone. It is said that when people of Kamala gather
around this statue and whisper the magic world "Kamala", the statue will be
awakened. It is an outdoor light, sound and dance spectacle celebrating the
return of the prince of Kamala featuring laser, giant projection, electronic
animals, special effects, inflatable parade, and traditional fireworks! Other
Attractions includes Hanuman's Lair is full of games, plays and exciting surprises
for the kinds, the trickster king of the monkeys promises fun and excitement
for everyone, Kamala Pier Restaurant & Beer Garden offering a haven of delicious
food, good cheer and soothing music, Cultural Parades & Street Shows, Traditional
Carnivals & Live Music, Handicrafts Demonstrations.
Please contact 076-385111 to reserve your seats or browse www.phuket-fantesea.com for more information. This amazing theme park opens from 17:30 hours to 23:30 hours daily except Thursday. Show time begins at 21:00 hours.
Simmon Cabaret
Phuket Simon Cabaret has been established itself as Phuket leading entertainment venue since opening in 1991. For sheer entertainment, nothing can beat this famous Phuket Simon Cabaret. In the exclusive, luxurious and intimate theatre with hi-tech sound and light equipment with over 600 seats, you will be impressed with the fabulous stage designs, the extravagant costumes and the unforgettably glamorous performers. A milestone of sort, given the kind of challenges it went through just to earn the respect and patronage of local and foreign guests. This transvestite show features dozens of gorgeously appareled boys dancing and lip synching to popular songs. There are two show times daily, one at 19:30 hours and the second show is at 21:30 hours.
Located on Patong-Karon road.
Tel. (076) 342011-5
Horror House
Located at Patong, features scene from 16 famous horror movies. Visiting Horror House is a truly unique experience where fear and food go hand in hand. It is separated into many different movie theme rooms. Being more authentic by the presence of live actors and atmospheric sound and lighting. Experience the thrill of a truly horrific, but fun night out. It is opened from 17:00 hours to 12.00 midnight. Please contact at (076) 293123.
Source: Information by Tourism Authority of Thailand
