Top places to visit in Krabi

• Tiger Cave Temple

  temple · 4.6 rating · about 2.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  Tiger Cave Temple, or Wat Tham Sua, sits outside Krabi Town at the base of a limestone karst riddled with caves once used by forest monks for meditation retreats. Its name comes from tiger-shaped rock formations and paw-print markings in…

• Tiger Cave Temple Summit 1237 Steps

  temple-summit · 4.6 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  The extraordinary Tiger Cave Temple (Wat Tham Sua) summit — 1237 steps climb to a golden Buddha and footprint of the Buddha at the top of a 600-metre limestone peak, with the most extraordinary 360-degree panorama of Krabi province,…

• Sawankuha Cave Sleeping Buddha Krabi

  cave-temple · 4.6 rating · about 1 h · entry ฿20 (≈ ₹57)

  The extraordinary Sawankuha Cave Temple — a cave shrine containing a large reclining Buddha lying in peaceful slumber, with hundreds of Buddha images placed by devotees over centuries, and the extraordinary stalactite formations of the…

• Phra Nang Princess Cave Beach Heritage

  cave-shrine · 4.6 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  Phra Nang Beach sits at the tip of the Railay peninsula, accessible only by longtail boat since sheer limestone cliffs cut it off from the road network entirely — the isolation that has made this stretch of coastline one of Thailand's most…

• Koh Lanta Old Town Heritage Village

  historic-town · 4.4 rating · about 2 h · free entry

  The extraordinary Koh Lanta Old Town on stilts over the sea — the beautifully preserved 200-year-old Sino-Portuguese trading village, the wooden shophouses, the Chinese shrines, and the remarkable heritage of the sea nomad and Muslim…

• Koh Lanta Yai National Park Marine

  national-park · 4.4 rating · about 4 h · entry ฿200 (≈ ₹570)

  The extraordinary Koh Lanta National Park at the southern tip of Koh Lanta — extraordinary beaches, coral reefs, the traditional sea nomad (Chao Ley) village, dense tropical forest, and the remarkable lighthouse viewpoint at the…

• Krabi Town Riverside Heritage Walk

  riverside-walk · 4.4 rating · about 2 h · free entry

  This walk follows the Krabi River through Krabi Town's older waterfront district, where wooden shophouses and a small but distinct Sino-Portuguese quarter reflect the town's history as a trading post for tin, rubber, and seafood long…

• Nopparat Thara National Park Beach

  national-park-beach · 4.6 rating · about 3 h · entry ฿200 (≈ ₹570)

  The extraordinary Nopparat Thara Beach and National Park — the long national park beach north of Ao Nang, almost completely free of development, with the extraordinary pine trees, the limestone islands offshore, and the local Thai beach…

• Koh Poda Island Nok Snorkel Beach

  snorkel-island · 4.8 rating · about 5 h · entry ฿200 (≈ ₹570)

  The extraordinary Koh Poda Nok — the twin island to Koh Poda, with extraordinary snorkelling on the between-island shallow reef, large green sea turtles grazing on the seagrass, and the magnificent views of the Ao Nang karst towers from…

• Klong Thom Hot Springs Warm Waterfall

  hot-springs · 4.3 rating · about 2.5 h · entry ฿200 (≈ ₹570)

  The extraordinary Klong Thom hot springs with warm water cascading over smooth rocks — a natural thermal waterfall where the water is a perfect therapeutic 40 degrees, set in a beautiful forest glade near the famous Emerald Pool.

• Prae Ae Long Beach Koh Lanta

  long-beach · 4.5 rating · about 4 h · free entry

  The extraordinary Prae Ae Long Beach on Koh Lanta's west coast — the longest and most beautiful beach on the island, with clean sand, calm water in the dry season, the best range of beachside restaurants, and the extraordinary sunset views…

• Kantiang Bay Koh Lanta South Beach

  sweeping-bay · 4.5 rating · about 4 h · free entry

  The extraordinary Kantiang Bay — the most beautiful bay on Koh Lanta's west coast, with a sweeping beach, clear water, excellent reef snorkelling, and the remarkable transition from the busier north of the island to the peaceful south.

Things to do

• Railay Beach & Four Islands Longtail Boat Tour Nature · 8 h · from THB 860 per person
• Phi Phi Islands Day Trip from Krabi Nature · 8 h · from THB 1,400 per person
• Tiger Cave Temple Climb (Wat Tham Sua) Cultural · 3 h · from THB 100 per person
• Hong Islands Day Tour by Speedboat Nature · 7 h · from THB 760 per person
• Krabi 7-Islands Sunset & Plankton Tour Nature · 7 h · from THB 690 per person
• Krabi Elephant Sanctuary Visit Nature · 3 h · from THB 1,000 per person
• Hot Springs & Emerald Pool at Klong Thom Nature · 6 h · from THB 690 per person
• Ao Nang Muay Thai & Night Market Cultural · 3 h · from THB 520 per person

Day trips and tours

• Four Islands Snorkel Tour by Longtail 8 h · from THB 950
• Kayaking & Tiger Cave Temple Day Tour 9 h · from THB 1,100

Where to stay in Krabi

• Beach Town about THB 3,000 per night

  Coastal area with beach access and water sports

Hotels

• Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve 5-star · THB 20,000 to THB 60,000 per night
• Rayavadee 5-star · THB 18,000 to THB 45,000 per night
• Banyan Tree Krabi 5-star · THB 12,000 to THB 30,000 per night
• Keereen Resort 3-star · THB 800 to THB 1,400 per night
• The Tubkaak Krabi Boutique Resort 5-star · THB 5,000 to THB 12,000 per night
• Dusit Thani Krabi Beach Resort 5-star · THB 5,000 to THB 12,000 per night

Where to eat

• Krabi Town Night Market Thai · about THB 85 per person
• Ao Nang Night Market Eats Thai · about THB 85 per person
• Ton Ma Yom Thaifood Thai · about THB 95 per person
• Mangrove Restaurant Thai · about THB 95 per person
• The Best Pad Thai Thai · about THB 85 per person
• Boat Noodle Ao Nang & Thai Food Thai · about THB 80 per person
• Lan Lek Lek Thai · about THB 85 per person
• City Night Market Thai · about THB 85 per person

Getting to Krabi

Airport: Krabi (KBV)

How visitors arrive in Krabi

• Flight to Krabi International Airport By air from Bangkok · common

  Krabi International Airport is the main air gateway, with domestic links mainly to Bangkok and Ko Samui and some international flights. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Bus or minivan from Bangkok and the south By road from Bangkok · common

  Buses and minivans reach Krabi Bus Terminal from Bangkok, Surat Thani, Phuket and Hat Yai. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Train to Surat Thani or Thung Song, then road By train from Surat Thani · possible

  Krabi has no station, so rail travellers change to a bus or minivan at Surat Thani or Thung Song Junction. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Ferry from Ko Phi Phi, Ko Lanta or Ko Jum By ferry from Ko Phi Phi · possible

  Island ferries land at the main passenger port outside the town centre. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

From the airport to the centre

• Airport bus to Krabi Town and Ao Nang

  Air-conditioned buses meet arriving flights and run to Krabi Town (stopping at the Provincial Court) and Ao Nang. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Songthaew from the main road unconfirmed

  Songthaews on the main road run to town; it is a walk from the terminal to reach it. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

Getting around

• Boat

  Longtail boats leave from the east end of Ao Nang Beach for Railay, and also run from the Krabi Town pier to nearby sights.

• Motorbike Rental

  Motorbikes and scooters can be rented near the main beaches and town for getting around the coast independently.

• Shared Taxi

  White songthaews run between Krabi Town and Ao Nang; press the button to stop where you want to get off and pay the driver.

• Walking

Safety and scams to avoid

• Generic tourist overcharge

  Major tourist zones

  Tourists are quoted significantly above local price.

  How to avoid it: Verify prices upfront. Use registered taxis/apps.

Best time to visit Krabi

• Jan 28°C
• Feb 30°C
• Mar 31°C
• Apr 31°C
• May 33°C · moderate
• Jun 32°C · rough
• Jul 32°C · rough
• Aug 31°C · rough
• Sep 31°C · rough
• Oct 31°C · moderate
• Nov 28°C
• Dec 28°C

More in Thailand

• Bangkok
• Pattaya
• Phuket
• Chiang Mai
• Surat Thani (Koh Samui)
• Sukhothai

Frequently asked questions about Krabi

How many days do you need in Krabi?

A typical trip to Krabi is 4-5 days.

What are the top-rated places to visit in Krabi?

The highest-rated places in our Krabi guide are Koh Poda Island Nok Snorkel Beach, Tiger Cave Temple, Tiger Cave Temple Summit 1237 Steps, Sawankuha Cave Sleeping Buddha Krabi, Phra Nang Princess Cave Beach Heritage.

Where should I stay in Krabi?

Our guide covers these areas to stay in Krabi: Beach Town.

How do I get around Krabi?

Ways to get around Krabi covered in our guide: Boat, Motorbike rental, Shared taxi, Walking.

What scams should I watch out for in Krabi?

Scams reported to us for Krabi include Generic tourist overcharge. Each is explained in the guide, with how to avoid it.

What is the weather like in Krabi?

Average daytime highs in Krabi run from 28°C in Dec to 33°C in May.

Which airport is nearest to Krabi?

The nearest airport to Krabi has the code KBV.