Amulet Market
Set your expectations at five stalls, not fifty. This is a short alley of tables in Phuket Old Town selling Buddhist amulets, protective pendants, paintings and other religious artefacts, and if you arrive expecting a sprawling market you'll be disappointed inside two minutes. Go for the conversation instead. The vendors know their stock, several speak decent English, and reviewers who don't speak Thai have got by fine with Google Translate. They'll walk you through what each amulet protects against and why it might suit you, and blessings after purchase are part of the deal.
The amulet shops in the surrounding streets pick up where the alley leaves off, so between the two you're not short of choice. One vendor does waterproofing on the spot, which matters if you actually intend to wear the thing daily in this climate rather than leave it in a drawer at home. Prices aren't posted, so treat it as a browse-and-ask place.
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Reviews from Google
Pretty cool little spot in Phuket Old Town. Walking distance from walking street and not hard to find with Google maps. It's a small alley of table stalls, maybe 5 stalls in all. But the surrounding area also has a number of amulet shops so between both you will have way more than enough choice. The market stall owners were all nice and obviously knowledgeable. I visited each first to see their goods and ended up getting one amulet from each to keep it fair lol. I was also able to get the amulets cased in a shop very close by and my kids picked a chain each for themselves. Average cost was about 250 bhat per amulet and the same again for a chain and case. Everyone enjoyed this experience and got something nice to bring back home and keep to remember thailand
Small little amulet stalls in an alley way. You can choose your amulet and they will patiently explain each amulet of its purpose/protection. Since I didn't speak Thai, I used Google translate to have the monk explain the benefits of each amulet to me. The monk blesses your amulet after your purchase as well. Nice little souvenir from phuket.
Grest place to have waterproofing of Amulets,Mr Noi. Dealers buying and selling all amulets and other Buddhist and local artefacts
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Amulet Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Amulet Market worth visiting?
Amulet Market holds a 4.1★ rating from 59 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of Amulet Market?
Amulet Market is typically open 08:00-19:00 — 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 Amulet Market?
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 Amulet Market located?
Amulet Market is at V9MQ+75M, Thanon Ratsada, Tambon Talat Yai, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
Location Info
V9MQ+75M, Thanon Ratsada, Tambon Talat Yai, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailandwww.phuket.com/magazine/buddha-amulets.htmVisitor 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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Tips for Visiting Markets & Shopping
Haggle at Markets, Not Malls
Prices at market stalls are negotiable — start at 50–60% of the asking price and meet in the middle. Fixed-price shops and malls don't haggle. Smile and keep it friendly; aggressive bargaining is considered rude.
Arrive Early or Late
Vendors believe the first sale of the day is lucky — you'll often get a better deal if you arrive right when the market opens. Late in the evening, sellers may also discount to avoid packing unsold goods.
Be Cautious with Tailors
Bangkok has excellent tailors, but also many tourist traps. Avoid anyone offering suspiciously cheap suits or who approaches you on the street. Ask your hotel for recommendations, read reviews, and always get two fittings.
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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