Southern Flavors Phuket Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
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4 hours
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Join our truly small-group foodie tour limited to just 8 exclusive guests each day. There's no two ways about it, the food in Phuket is sublime. Perhaps that's why is was crowned the 'Thailand City of Gastronomy 2017' by UNESCO. This melting pot of Thai, Chinese, Malay and Burmese food certainly warrants a few hours away from the beach. There's no better way than diving into the hidden street eats in Phuket Old Town. You'll spend 4 hours with your foodie guide delving into the secrets behind the island's flavours. You'll make plenty of stops to mop up Burmese curries with wood-fried naans at a tucked away workers teashop, practise your chopstick skills on a bowl on the best bowl of Hokkien noodles in town and indulge in crispy roti dipped in creamy massaman curry, among a dozen more mouth-watering Phuketian culinary delights. You won't find food like this anywhere else on the island.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We can cater for vegetarians and pescatarians as long as those guests are okay that there may be 2-3 less tastings (out of 15) that won't be suitable. They certainly won't go hungry!
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately and bring an umbrella if rainy is likely
The tour isn't suitable for severe shellfish or peanut allergies due to the risk of traces and cross-contamination
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Note that our regular tour runs at 10:00am and 10:30am, and sometimes we add an extra tour at 12:30pm. Only the 12:30pm doesn't go inside the market (but our earlier tour times do!). Street food vendors take time off too, so not every Phuket food tour will be exactly the same, but fear not, the tour will always be packed with the good stuff!
What To Expect
Old Phuket Town
Our feasting tour of 15+ tastings invites guests on a culinary experience around the backstreets of old Phuket Town led by our team of professional foodie guides. We're Phuket's #1 food tour company on TripAdvisor. Over 5,000 guests can't be wrong. Before we get started, our tour reflects the local cuisine and the limitations of street food vendors means we unfortunately cannot cater for every dietary restriction. Here's an honest appraisal for the tour so no-one is disappointed ✔ We can cater for vegetarians and pescatarians though they may have to avoid 2-3 tastings (out of 15 total), so they won't go hungry! ✘ Unsuitable for severe shellfish and peanut allergies due to risk of traces and cross-contamination. So, of you are feeling adventurous for a foodie journey, read on!
Old Phuket Town
This island and old trading post has got some serious food pedigree. Influences from all over Asia and beyond have evolved the dishes here into something truly original. That's why Phuket Town was crowned 'City of Gastronomy 2017' by UNESCO. While it's tempting to be a beach bum, those who drag themselves off the sand discover the secrets behind the island's flavours in small groups of up to 8 exclusive guests. Forget pad Thai and green curry, that's central Thai fare. We don't want to spoil the surprise, but prepare to drool as you mop up morsels with wood-fired naan, slurp bowls of smokey Hokkien noodles, work chopsticks over poh pia rolls smothered in rich tamarind sauce among many more lip-smackingly good tastings in places you'd struggle to find alone.
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Southern Flavors Phuket Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
What‘s Included
Bottled water and local soft drinks included
4 hours of feasting around the old Phuket Town
The highest rated #1 Phuket food tour on TripAdvisor
15+ food tastings included, more than any other Phuket food tour
Led by professional foodie guides
Maximum of 8 exclusive guests on each tour
Alcoholic drinks excluded
Pick up and drop off from your hotel excluded
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2,101 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
You need this tour in your life.
paigemJ5174HK,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was awesome!!! Our first stop was the best soup I’ve eaten in Thailand and I’ve been here a month. And each stop was a multi generational establishment which makes you feel good to support. I really loved every second of it.
A foodies must do!
scottbF1958RV,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ms Lucky was a great guide who took time to explain the food and region where the food came from. She did a great job introducing us to the owners as well, so nice to get to see the variety of local food available. Would highly recommend.
Amazing food tour
O6876IMjesseb,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. Friendly and knowledgable guide. Good variety of food. Recommend!
Eat Like A Local
imogiina,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic hidden gems, eat like a local! All delicious and the stories behind each place added so much to the eating experience. Five locations, 14 different tastings, excellently curated. Gigi was full of knowledge and sparkle. Catered to us as pescatarians. Go as hungry as you can, there’s so much delicious food to eat.
Get authentic with your Thai food tour.
Madamchiro,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! Thank you Ms Lucky. Our 5th trip to Thailand with (adult) kids FINALLY old enough to get “authentic” with a culinary experience.
MUST DO! An Unforgettable Food Tour in Phuket Old Town!
Maya C,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredible time on this 15+ tasting food tour through Phuket Old Town and would recommend it to anyone visiting Phuket. The experience was so much more than just eating—it was a deep dive into the local culture, history, and hidden food gems that we never would have found on our own. A huge thank you to our guide, Cat, who was absolutely outstanding. She was professional, kind, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable. Her English was excellent, making it easy to understand the fascinating stories behind each dish, the local history, and Phuket’s unique cultural influences. She kept the group engaged from start to finish and made everyone feel welcome. The food itself was phenomenal. We visited several local favourites, including Michelin-recognised restaurants, and sampled an amazing variety of dishes ranging from savoury street food and rich curries to traditional desserts and refreshing drinks. Many of the foods were dishes we never would have known to order as tourists, giving us a truly authentic taste of Phuket. Every stop offered something different, and the variety ensured there was always something exciting to try. By the end of the tour, we were completely full and had gained a much greater appreciation for Phuket’s food scene and heritage. If you’re looking for an authentic local experience, fantastic food, and a guide who genuinely loves sharing her culture, this tour is a must-do. Thank you, Cat, for such a memorable day—we’ll be talking about this experience long after our trip is over!
Fabulous, even in the pouring rain
Serge H,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a fantastic experience we had. Lucky was superb, full of fascinating information about the country's culture, history, ingredients and meals, but in a fun and relaxed way. We learnt so much about the melting pot of cultures here. We ate meals from China, Malaysia, Burma and Thailand. To see the energy of the local market who supply all the restaurants and locals alike was fabulous. And to meet the restaurant owners was great too. Go hungry... there is a lot of food!
SO fabulous, even in the pouring rain!
Stay497369,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fantastic experience we had. Lucky was superb, full of fascinating information about the country's culture, history, ingredients and meals, but in a fun and relaxed way. I learnt so much about the melting pot of cultures here. We ate meals from China, Malaysia, Burma and Thailand. To see the energy of the local market who supply all the restaurants and locals alike was fabulous. And to meet the restaurant owners, great too. Highly recommend this tour. My husband is a chef and found it to be excellent. So great to try meals we otherwise may not have been introduced to. 10/10. And thank you Lucky for going the extra mile to surprise our sister and husband with a cake for their wedding anniversary.
Excellent food tour
Rod N,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Traveled with a group. We all enjoyed the large size portions. Learned about history. Lucky, the tour guide, did a great job!
Amazing food tour!!
Jacob B,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This food tour was amazing! Cat was awesome, kind, & very knowledgeable. We enjoyed trying all the different foods and walking around the town. Learning about different cultures & Phuket’s history was the best part as well as our tour guide, Cat! Highly recommend this food tour!!! She even gave us extra desserts to take home and try for our honeymoon!! We love Cat!!!!
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