พิพิธภัณฑ์เหมืองแร่ภูเก็ต (Phuket Mining Museum)

Phuket Mining Museum Review

Discover the history of tin mining in Phuket through a immersive museum

The Phuket Mining Museum is one of the most interesting historical attractions in Phuket, providing knowledge about the tin mining industry, which used to be the main economy of Phuket in the past. The museum presents the story through models, antiques and simulations of various mining scenes, allowing visitors to experience what it was like to be in the mining boom.

Location information

📍 Location: Tambon Kathu, Amphoe Kathu, Phuket Province
🗺 GPS coordinates: [7.920364, 98.335135] (You can search for “Phuket Mining Museum” using Google Maps)
📅 Opening and closing hours:
• Open Monday - Saturday from 09:00 - 16:00 hrs.
• Closed every Sunday

🎟 Admission fee:
• Adults: 100 baht
• Children: 50 baht
• Children under 5 years old: Free

☎️ Contact:
• Telephone: +66 76 321 246
• Facebook Page: Phuket Mining Museum (If you want to update the latest information, it is recommended to check the page or call before traveling)

History

This museum was built to tell the story of the tin mining industry in Phuket, which is the main industry that has made Phuket grow and prosper since the past. Phuket used to have a large Chinese community who came to work in the mines, and Sino-Portuguese culture was also influenced by this era.

Highlights of the museum

1. Buildings and architecture

🏛 The museum building has a distinctive Sino-Portuguese architectural style, which is unique to Phuket. The large pink building creates a feeling of going back in time to the heyday of the mining industry.

2. Exhibition zone inside

🛠 Tin mining process simulation – shows everything from the mining process to the extraction and export process.
🖼 Photographs and antiques – including old documents and equipment used in mining.
🎥 Movie and documentary screening room – presents the story of the mine and its impact on society.

3. Outside the museum

⛏ Open-pit and underground mine simulation – you can walk around and learn how mining is done realistically.
🏡 Miners' village simulation – shows the way of life of the community that used to live in the mining area.

How to get to the Phuket Mining Museum

🚗 By private car or taxi:
• From Phuket Town: Take Road 4020 towards Kathu District It takes about 20 minutes.

• From Patong Beach: Take route 4029 to Kathu, takes about 15 minutes.
• From Phuket International Airport: Take route 402 to Phuket Town and then take route 4020, takes about 40 minutes.

🚌 By Songthaew:
• Take a songthaew from Phuket Town to Kathu and then take a taxi to the museum.

🏍 By Motorbike:
• You can ride a motorbike, the route is convenient but drive carefully as some parts are hilly.

Tips for visiting

✔️ Allow at least 1-2 hours to walk around and fully absorb the story.
✔️ Read the information signs and watch the documentary video to understand the story of the tin mine more deeply.
✔️ Prepare your camera – the museum has beautiful photo spots, especially the main building and the model zone.
✔️ Check the opening and closing days before traveling – as it is closed on Sundays.

Summary of impressions

The Phuket Mining Museum is a very interesting place for those who want to learn about the history and tin mining industry of Phuket. In addition to the comprehensive information, the exhibits are well-designed and easy to understand. Suitable for both children and adults

Pros:
✅ Complete knowledge about the history of mining
✅ Beautiful and realistic buildings and exhibits
✅ Affordable entrance fee

Cons:
❌ No guide service, you have to read the information yourself
❌ Public transportation is not as convenient as private cars

⭐ Review score: 8.5/10 (suitable for those who like historical and cultural travel)

🔗 More information & contact: Facebook: Phuket Mining Museum
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