Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

This is a bustling weekly market, not your average shopping trip. It's the island's main market for fresh fruit and vegetables, and that's reflected in the prices. According to reviews, it's 20 to 80 percent cheaper than other markets in Phuket, with whole bananas starting at just 10 baht. If you're self-catering, staying in accommodation with a kitchen, or simply need fruit for the week without resort prices, the trip to Phuket Town is well worth it.

Arrive early. Everyone who gives the market the highest ratings says the same thing: be there before 8 a.m. for the best selection. If you arrive later, you'll have to make do with what's left, and the quality varies from stall to stall. One reviewer even found the fruit quite disappointing, so inspect the produce carefully before buying. The selection focuses mainly on bananas, pineapples, and citrus fruits, with little in the way of exotic items. The atmosphere changes in the evening, and ready-made meals are offered—another reason to visit.