Carnival Magic
The show is what you're paying for. An indoor parade of enormous illuminated floats, performed in a hall where phones aren't allowed at all, with lockers outside and staff who actually check. People come out of it genuinely moved, which is not something I say about many Phuket evening attractions.
Everything around it is a theme park version of Thailand: glowing sets in every direction, shops, game booths, and bathrooms that light up, play music and, in one case, contain a water fountain. Go and look at them, seriously. The buffet hall is vast, with Indian and international food alongside Thai and a long dessert run, and there's a popcorn machine that bills itself as the world's largest. There's a smaller parade around 7pm before the main event, so eat first if you want to catch both.
Now the honest bit. The entry ticket doesn't cover much beyond the show and the grounds. Rides are a separate 600 baht for only a handful of small ones, and games need their own card. Families with kids should budget for that or expect grumbling.
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Reviews from Google
This place is crazy amazing!! Games, shows, food, the bathrooms! You have to see all the bathrooms they glow, sing, there is even a massive water fountain in one. Best bathroom ever! The food hall is so beautiful and full of lots of yummy fresh food for everyone. I recommend going there first so you don't miss the the mini parade at 7:00pm then go play some games before the main show. Note the games are extra price. The place is kept very clean and the staff are amazingly friendly and I loved the costumes. The main show is insane! It starts at 8:30pm but you might want to head there about 8:00pm to use the lockers because they won't wait for you and there is alot of people going in. You can't take photos inside but there is so much happening it's crazy! They have fireworks, fire, smoke, colourful lights flashing everywhere. Beautiful costumes. It honestly doesn't matter where you sit because you will be apart of the show in every seat. After the main show go see the Kingdom of Lights display it's so cool! You can take suvinor photos for 500 baht and they come with a physical and digital version. I would definitely comeback! And I definitely recommend this place whatever your age! Thankyou for a great night :)
The most magical place to be. Full of colorful lights, mesmerizing decor and lint work, each area you enter will teleport you to a wonderland full of bright colors. The show is next level. The art work, the performance, totally commendable. Better than the best. The buffet area has a wonderful spread with Indian, international, desserts, snack bites and much more. Totally worth the time and money.
We visited Carnival Magic in Phuket and unfortunately the price–performance ratio did not meet our expectations. The only part that was truly worth it was the show – that was impressive and well done. Everything else felt very money-driven. You already pay a high entrance fee, but if your child wants to go on the rides you have to buy an additional ticket (600 Baht), and there are only about 3–4 small rides, nothing special. The game booths also require a separate card, and the prizes are always the same cheap no-name plush toys. We played several times and didn’t win anything, which was very disappointing for our small child. Another negative point was the constant shouting at the game stalls. Even when people lose, staff keep shouting loudly – maybe it is meant as entertainment, but it felt stressful rather than fun. The buffet was clean and nicely presented, but the taste was just average and not worth the price. The park itself is beautifully decorated with lights and looks cute, but the design repeats in every corner and becomes monotonous. The food and drink options are also very repetitive, and the items for sale are low-quality souvenirs, not comparable to the value you get in places like Disneyland. Overall, it looks pretty, but aside from the show it is overpriced and not worth the money in our opinion.
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Carnival Magic: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carnival Magic worth visiting?
Carnival Magic holds a 4.7★ rating from 8,892 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated activities & tours in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of Carnival Magic?
Carnival Magic is typically open 17:30-23:30 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Carnival Magic?
The best months to visit Phuket are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: June – September (rough seas).
Where is Carnival Magic located?
Carnival Magic is at 999 Tambon Kamala, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83150, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
Location Info
999 Tambon Kamala, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83150, Thailand076 385 222www.carnivalmagic.fun/Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: June – September (rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct international flights. Ferries connect from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi.
Getting around
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Airport bus to Phuket Town
- •Ferry & speedboat to nearby islands
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: June – September (rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct international flights. Ferries connect from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi.
Getting around
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Airport bus to Phuket Town
- •Ferry & speedboat to nearby islands