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Krabi

Allow three to four days: base at Ao Nang or Railay and split time between island boat trips and the limestone peninsula. We have mapped 1 sight, 1 activity and 5 outdoor spots here, each with a reason to go.

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Krabi, Thailand
Places
10

1 See · 1 Do · 5 Outdoors · 2 Eat · 1 Drink

Curated routes
1

Bangkok to the Andaman

Best season
Nov – Mar

from our route notes

Warmest month
April

31°C / 87°F avg high

Coolest month
September

28°C / 82°F avg high

Wettest month
September

about 326 mm rain

Climate: NASA POWER 2001–2025 averages.

Things to do in Krabi

10 places from our curated routes, grouped by what you will do there. Each one has its own page with the address and full notes.

See

1 sight worth building a day around in Krabi Town.

  • Tiger Cave Temple in KrabiPhoto: kallerna · CC BY-SA 3.0
    See

    Tiger Cave Temple

    Hilltop temple reached by 1,260 steps, with views over Krabi's karsts.

    Tip Climb at dawn; bring water and cover shoulders.

    • Krabi Town
    • Free
    • 2.5 hr
    • Early morning

Do

1 activity for when the group wants to do more than look in Railay.

  • Railay Viewpoint and Lagoon in KrabiPhoto: shuu suk · Google
    Do

    Railay Viewpoint and Lagoon

    Steep, muddy scramble up ropes to a viewpoint and hidden lagoon.

    Tip Wear grippy shoes; skip after rain.

    • Railay
    • Free
    • 1.5 hr
    • Morning

Outdoors

5 outdoor spots for fresh air across Railay, Phang Nga Bay and Phi Phi. 2 of them are free.

  • Railay Beach in KrabiPhoto: kallerna · CC BY-SA 3.0
    Outdoors

    Railay Beach

    Boat-access peninsula with limestone cliffs, rock climbing and calm swimming.

    Tip Longtails leave from Ao Nang beach.

    • Railay
    • Free
    • 4 hr
    • Full day
  • Phra Nang Cave Beach in KrabiPhoto: Luke LEE · Google
    Outdoors

    Phra Nang Cave Beach

    Beach under towering cliffs with a cave shrine filled with offerings.

    • Railay
    • Free
    • 2 hr
    • Morning
  • Hong Islands in KrabiPhoto: sastarin nasingtao · Google
    Outdoors

    Hong Islands

    Island with an enclosed lagoon reached by longtail or speedboat tour.

    • Phang Nga Bay
    • $$$
    • 6 hr
    • Nov–Apr
  • Phi Phi Islands in KrabiPhoto: Luxure · CC BY 3.0 au
    Outdoors

    Phi Phi Islands

    Day trip to Maya Bay and snorkel stops around Phi Phi Leh.

    Tip Maya Bay closes for part of the year; check before booking.

    • Phi Phi
    • $$$
    • 8 hr
    • Nov–Apr
  • Emerald Pool in KrabiPhoto: Yng Chang · Google
    Outdoors

    Emerald Pool

    Clear spring-fed pool in lowland forest, about an hour inland.

    • Khlong Thom
    • $
    • 2 hr
    • Morning

Eat

Where we would book a table in Krabi in Krabi Town.

  • Krabi Town Walking Street in KrabiPhoto: Tony Fil · Google
    Eat

    Krabi Town Walking Street

    Weekend night market with Thai street food and live music.

    Tip Friday to Sunday evenings.

    • Krabi Town
    • $
    • 1.5 hr
    • Weekend evening
  • Ruen Mai in KrabiPhoto: TJ · Google
    Eat

    Ruen Mai

    Garden restaurant in Krabi Town serving southern Thai dishes.

    • Krabi Town
    • $$
    • 75 min
    • Dinner

Drink

Our picks for a drink in Krabi in Railay.

  • Tew Lay Bar in KrabiPhoto: Tew Lay Bar · Google
    Drink

    Tew Lay Bar

    Small Railay East bar with a tree platform over the water.

    • Railay
    • $$
    • 75 min
    • Evening

How to fit Krabi into a trip

Krabi is stop 3 of 3 on our Bangkok to the Andaman route. Follow it as-is or lift Krabi into your own plan.

Getting here and onward

Distances are straight-line estimates between destination centers, not road distances.

Krabi month by month

Average daily highs run from 28°C / 82°F in September to 31°C / 87°F in April. September is the wettest month, with about 326 mm of rain. Outlined months fall in the best season on our routes.

Average daily highs, NASA POWER 2001–2025 averages. Krabi weather and the best time to visit →

Krabi questions, answered

How many days do you need in Krabi?

Our route notes suggest 3–4 days in Krabi. On our Bangkok to the Andaman route it is stop 3 of 3 in a 11-day trip. The listed visit times for our 10 places add up to roughly 30 hours, before travel between them, so you will need to choose.

What is Krabi best known for?

Allow three to four days: base at Ao Nang or Railay and split time between island boat trips and the limestone peninsula. Standouts on our list: Tiger Cave Temple (Hilltop temple reached by 1,260 steps, with views over Krabi's karsts); Railay Beach (Boat-access peninsula with limestone cliffs, rock climbing and calm swimming); Phra Nang Cave Beach (Beach under towering cliffs with a cave shrine filled with offerings).

When is the best time to visit Krabi?

Our Bangkok to the Andaman route is best Nov – Mar. NASA POWER 2001–2025 averages put the warmest highs in April (31°C / 87°F), the coolest in September (28°C / 82°F) and the most rain in September (about 326 mm).

What are the best things to do in Krabi?

Start with Railay Beach, Phra Nang Cave Beach, Railay Viewpoint and Lagoon, Hong Islands and Phi Phi Islands. Our guide lists 10 places in all, from 1 sight, 1 activity, 5 outdoor spots, 2 places to eat and 1 bar or café.

Where should a group eat in Krabi?

Our picks: Krabi Town Walking Street; Ruen Mai (Krabi Town). Friday to Sunday evenings (Krabi Town Walking Street).

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