Sarasin Bridge

Sarasin Bridge is a historic 660-meter bridge spanning the Pak Prah Strait at the northern tip of Phuket Island in Thalang District. Opened in 1967 as the first bridge connecting Phuket to mainland Phang Nga, it was later converted into a pedestrian walkway after the adjacent Thepkasattri Bridge opened. Notable for its coastal views, sunset vistas, and association with a well-known local love story, it now serves as a scenic viewpoint and landmark.

Visitors can expect a pedestrian-only bridge walkway over the Pak Prah Channel separating Phuket from the mainland. The bridge offers open sea and mangrove views, views of the parallel Thepkasattri and Si Sunthon vehicle bridges, and a central elevated viewing tower. The area includes paved walkways, seating, photo spots, and small food stalls at the Phuket-side entrance. It is primarily a sightseeing and sunset-viewing spot with no vehicle access.

Opened in 1967, Sarasin Bridge was the first bridge to connect Phuket Island to mainland Thailand across the Pak Prah Strait, named after former Prime Minister Pote Sarasin. It served as the sole road link for over four decades until the parallel Thepkasattri Bridge opened. The bridge is widely associated with the 1973 story of Dam and Gew, and was later converted to a pedestrian bridge and viewpoint after vehicle traffic moved to the new bridges.

The bridge is a well-known local landmark and symbol of Phuket's connection to the mainland. It is recognized as a memorial site linked to the Dam and Gew love story and serves as a popular community gathering and sunset-viewing place for residents and visitors.