Sarasin Bridge (Sarasin Bridge) was first opened in 1967 as the first concrete bridge crossing the sea connecting Phang Nga Province and Phuket Island. It played an important role in upgrading the transportation system of the Andaman coast, making travel, goods transportation, and economic connectivity between the mainland and Phuket Island significantly more convenient and efficient.

The bridge is located in the Pak Phra Channel area, which is a narrow sea channel connecting Phang Nga Bay and the Andaman Sea. This area has a flowing tidal current and a diverse marine ecosystem. It is also an important local fishing area that reflects the coastal community lifestyle of Phuket and Phang Nga.

The name “Sarasin Bridge” was named after the surname “Sarasin” of an important figure of that era. Later, as traffic volume increased, new parallel bridges were constructed, namely the Thao Thep Krasattri Bridge and Thao Si Sunthon Bridge, to support transportation between Phuket and the mainland, causing the original Sarasin Bridge to gradually lose its role as the main route.

Later, the Department of Highways and local authorities jointly preserved the original structure and developed it into a pedestrian bridge and tourist viewpoint. It was opened as a public space for relaxation, walking, fishing, and enjoying the Andaman Sea scenery, along with the addition of a Sino-Portuguese style observation tower in the middle of the bridge, which became an important viewpoint where the three generations of bridges can be clearly seen running parallel.

In addition, Sarasin Bridge is also known as the “Sarasin Love Legend Bridge” from a widely told story in 1973 about a couple from different social backgrounds whose love faced obstacles and ended in tragedy. The story has been retold through media, films, and literature, becoming a symbol of both beautiful and sorrowful love. Although historical details vary in different versions, the story has become part of the local tourism culture.

Today, Sarasin Bridge is not only a transportation structure but also an important landmark combining history, engineering, community lifestyle, and love legend along the Andaman coastline.

• Take Highway 402 (Thepkasattri Road) from Phuket Town heading out of the island. Before Thao Thep Krasattri Bridge, turn into the old Sarasin Bridge area. Parking and community shops are available.

• The best time is 17:00–18:45 for sunset over the Andaman Sea

• Fresh local seafood restaurants are available around Sai Kaew Beach

• Climb the observation tower to see the three generations of bridges clearly

• Suitable for walking, photography, and relaxing with sea breeze

• In the evening, you can observe the local fishing boat lifestyle up close

Admission Fee:

• Free

Opening Hours:

• Open 24 hours (the observation tower is illuminated at night)