The Column Phuket
A Phuket Town bar where the crowd is half local, and the good hours are early, before it fills.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 18:00–01:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Mid-range
Carry Your Passport or a Copy
Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, the big clubs most of all. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.
Details
- Phone
- +66 94 535 9626
Full opening hours
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Phuket after dark
Something to book for the evening in Phuket.
Why go, and how to do it well
This is the Phuket Town side of the island's drinking scene, which is a different animal from Patong. Prices sit in the middle, the crowd is a genuine mix of residents and travelers, and nobody is trying to pull you in off the street. That alone makes it worth the trip over from the beaches if you're staying in town or passing through the old quarter.
Doors open at 6pm every night and it runs to 1am. My advice is to go early if you want to actually hear the person across the table. The room builds as the night goes on, the way these places always do, so an 8pm arrival and a 11pm arrival are two different evenings. Pick the one you're in the mood for rather than turning up late and wishing it were quieter.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After The Column Phuket, round out your day in Phuket with contrasting stops nearby.
18 20 Takuapa Rd, Tambon Talat Nuea, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars
Know the Closing Times
Legal closing time is 2 AM for most venues, though enforcement varies. In Bangkok's designated entertainment zones (RCA, Silom Soi 2/4, Khao San), some clubs stay open until 4 AM. Islands tend to be more relaxed about hours.
Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously
Island bucket drinks (mixed spirits in a small bucket) are cheap and fun but notoriously strong and inconsistent. Stick to one, stay hydrated, and never leave your drink unattended at beach parties.
Arrange Your Ride Home
Use Grab (ride-hailing app) to get home safely — taxis outside nightlife areas late at night often refuse meters. Set up the app before going out, and keep your phone charged.
The Column Phuket: Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Column Phuket worth visiting?
The Column Phuket holds a 4.7★ rating from 1,875 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated nightlife & bars in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of The Column Phuket?
The Column Phuket is typically open 18:00–01:00 — 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.
How expensive is The Column Phuket?
The Column Phuket is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other nightlife & bars in Phuket.
When is the best time to visit The Column Phuket?
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: May – October (rough seas).
Where is The Column Phuket located?
The Column Phuket is at 18 20 Takuapa Rd, Tambon Talat Nuea, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
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