Looking for things to do with kids in Rawai, Phuket beyond the beach? Rawai has plenty of family-friendly activities where children can learn, create and try something completely different from the usual holiday routine.
One place I particularly recommend discovering is Phuket Art Village, a creative community in Rawai where children can take part in music, Muay Thai and hands-on creative activities.
These aren’t just activities designed to keep children busy for an hour. They give kids the chance to learn a new skill, experience something connected to Thai culture, use their imagination and spend time in a creative environment.
Whether you are looking for kids’ activities in Phuket during a beach-free afternoon, something to do with older children, or simply a different family experience in Rawai, these are some activities worth knowing about: music classes, Muay Thai classes and creative coloring with handmade figures.
Music Classes for Kids: Guitar, Ukulele, Piano, Drums and Vocals
If your child is interested in music, there is much more to discover than just guitar.
At Phuket Art Village, children can explore different types of music and learn instruments and skills including guitar, ukulele, piano, drums and vocals.
I love the idea of having several options because every child connects with music differently.
One child might immediately want to pick up a guitar. Another might be fascinated by drums. Someone else might prefer sitting at a piano, learning ukulele, or discovering that they actually enjoy singing.
It doesn’t matter whether your child already has musical experience or has never had a proper music lesson before. A holiday can be a great opportunity to try something new without the pressure of committing to a long-term class.
For families visiting Phuket, I think this is particularly interesting because children aren’t simply watching a performance. They are actively participating, learning and creating music themselves.
For older children and teenagers, it can also be a nice break from the usual holiday routine.
Perhaps they will learn a few chords.
Perhaps they will discover a love for drums.
Perhaps they will surprise themselves by enjoying singing.
Or maybe they will simply have fun trying an instrument they have never played before.
Either way, it becomes part of their experience of Phuket.
And for parents, it is a chance to see another side of their child’s personality — what they naturally gravitate towards, what makes them curious and what they enjoy creating.
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Muay Thai Classes for Kids
You can’t really talk about activities in Thailand without mentioning Muay Thai.
For children, Muay Thai can be much more than learning how to punch and kick. Training can introduce them to movement, coordination, discipline and confidence.
It is also a chance to experience something strongly connected with Thai culture.
For a child visiting Phuket, taking a Muay Thai class can be a very different experience from simply watching a demonstration. They get to participate, move around and experience some of the discipline involved in the sport themselves.
And let’s be honest — some children have a lot of energy.
A Muay Thai class can be a good way to channel some of it.
It can also be a memorable experience for children who are curious about martial arts or who have already tried them at home.
Even if they never put on Muay Thai gloves again, they can say they tried it in Thailand.
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Coloring Handmade Figures Around the Creative Space
The coloring activity at Phuket Art Village is something a little different from a typical children’s coloring workshop.
Children get to color handmade figures around the creative space.
These aren’t simply printed pictures handed to them at a table. The figures are part of the artistic environment itself, which makes the activity feel connected to the place they are visiting.
I particularly like this idea because it combines creativity with learning to care about the environment around us.
While children are choosing colors and decorating the handmade figures, they are also surrounded by artwork, handmade objects and a creative space that has been built and cared for by artists.
It gives parents an opportunity to talk with children about simple things that matter: respecting the things other people create, keeping shared spaces clean, looking after our surroundings and understanding that we all have a responsibility to care for the environment.
And, of course, there is plenty of room for imagination.
Every child can choose their own colors and style, so the finished figures can look completely different from one another.
For younger children, I think this is a lovely combination of art, imagination and learning to care about the world around them.
It is also a quieter activity that can balance the energy of a Muay Thai class or the concentration involved in learning guitar.
Why I Like These Activities for Children
What makes these three activities interesting to me is that they are completely different.
Guitar introduces children to music.
Muay Thai gets them moving and introduces them to an important part of Thai culture.
Coloring handmade figures gives them an opportunity to be creative while also thinking about their surroundings.
So rather than looking for one activity that will suit every child, you can choose something according to their personality.
Some children want to make music.
Some need to move.
Some can happily sit for an hour creating something with their hands.
And some will want to try everything.
A Different Side of Phuket Art Village
Phuket Art Village is already known as a creative community in Rawai, with local artists, studios, handmade work and exhibitions.
But I think it is also interesting for families because children can experience creativity rather than simply looking at it.
They can learn an instrument.
They can try a traditional Thai martial art.
They can make something themselves.
And they can spend time in an environment where handmade work, art and creativity are part of everyday life.
For me, that is much more interesting than simply taking children from one tourist attraction to another.
What to Do with Kids in Rawai When You Want Something Different
If you are staying in Rawai, you don’t have to spend every day at the beach.
You can spend the morning swimming, have lunch somewhere local, and then come to Phuket Art Village for an activity that gives your children something new to experience.
It can also be a good option on a day when the weather isn’t perfect for the beach.
And because Rawai has so many small cafés, restaurants, shops and creative places nearby, you can easily combine a class with exploring the neighbourhood.
If you are already planning to visit Phuket Art Village, check the current class schedules and availability before coming, as activities and times can change.
More Than a Holiday Activity
I think the best children’s activities are the ones that give them something they can take away from the experience — not necessarily something they can put in their suitcase, but something they learned, tried or created.
Maybe your child will come home with a few guitar chords.
Maybe they will discover a love for Muay Thai.
Maybe they will remember the handmade figure they colored at Phuket Art Village.
Or maybe they will simply remember spending an afternoon somewhere creative and different.
Those small experiences often become the stories children remember from a holiday.
And that is one of the reasons I think Rawai is worth exploring beyond the beach.
Continue Exploring Rawai and Phuket
If you are looking for more local places and experiences, have a look at my other guides:
Where to Shop in Rawai, Phuket: My Favorite Local Shops, Cafés & Creative Places
Why I Think a Jewelry Workshop Is the Perfect Date Night in Phuket
There is much more to Rawai than beaches and tourist attractions. Sometimes the most memorable parts of a Phuket holiday are the places where you get to slow down, meet local people and actually do something yourself.