กระบี่Limestone cliffs, emerald water and islands you reach by longtail boat.
Krabi is the Andaman Sea at its most dramatic: sheer limestone karsts rising from turquoise water, hidden lagoons, mangrove creeks and some of the world's best rock climbing. It's a province rather than a single resort, so you choose a base: Ao Nang for beach life and boat trips, Railay for cliffs and quiet sand, Krabi Town for local flavour, or the islands of Phi Phi and Koh Lanta.
The landscape is the attraction. Longtail boats carry you to beaches with no roads, sea kayaks slip through mangrove tunnels, and inland there are waterfalls, jungle pools, hot springs and a hilltop temple with more than a thousand steps. The Andaman coast has a pronounced monsoon, so timing matters: the best weather is November to April.
Southern Thai culture is distinct here. Krabi has a large Muslim community, and the food is bolder and spicier than in the north or Bangkok, with roti, massaman curry and fresh seafood.
- Currency
- Thai baht (฿ · THB)
- Language
- Thai, Southern Thai and English in resorts
- Time zone
- UTC+7 · no daylight saving
- Airport
- Krabi International (KBV), about 40 minutes from Ao Nang
- Best season
- November to April: calm seas and dry weather
- Monsoon
- May to October: rough seas, some boat trips suspended
Top things to do in Krabi.
42 places we chose and described by hand. Open any of them, with photos, hours and directions, in the catalogue below or in the app.
Places to visit
- Tiger Cave Temple (Wat Tham Suea) Krabi Town (north)
Climb more than 1,200 steps to a golden Buddha with views over Krabi.
- Emerald Pool & Hot Springs Khlong Thom (day trip)
A jungle pool of vivid blue-green water and a warm stream for soaking.
- Hong Islands Andaman Sea (day trip)
A cluster of limestone islands with a hidden lagoon reached by kayak.
- Phi Phi Islands & Maya Bay Phi Phi (day trip)
Dramatic limestone cliffs and turquoise lagoons, made famous by The Beach.
- Khao Khanab Nam (Twin Hills) Krabi Town
Krabi Town's riverside landmark, with kayak trips through its caves.
- Susan Hoi (Shell Cemetery) Laem Pho
A beach made of shell fossils around 40 million years old.
- Wat Kaew Korawaram Krabi Town
Krabi Town's main temple, with a peaceful courtyard and Buddha images.
- Khao Phanom Bencha National Park Inland Krabi
Rainforest, waterfalls and cool pools inland from Krabi Town.
- Phang Nga Bay & James Bond Island Phang Nga Bay (day trip)
Limestone towers rising from green water, made famous by a 1974 film.
- Thung Teao Forest Park (Blue Pool) Khlong Thom (day trip)
A quiet forest pool of deep blue water, a calmer alternative to the Emerald Pool.
Beaches & islands
- Railay Beach (West) Railay
Powder sand beneath towering cliffs, reached only by longtail boat.
- Phra Nang Cave Beach Railay
A gorgeous cove with a shrine cave and sheer limestone walls.
- Ao Nang Beach Ao Nang
The main resort beach, backed by cafés, markets and boat piers.
- Noppharat Thara Beach Noppharat Thara
A long, quiet beach just north of Ao Nang with shady pines.
- Ton Sai Beach Railay
The climbers' beach: a laid-back bay beneath famous crags.
- Ko Poda Andaman Sea (day trip)
A classic island stop with white sand, turquoise water and snorkelling.
- Klong Muang Beach Klong Muang
An upscale, tranquil beach with resorts and relaxed beach bars.
- Koh Lanta – Long Beach (Phra Ae) Koh Lanta
A wide, relaxed beach on Koh Lanta with sunsets and cafés.
Restaurants
- Kalare Night Market Krabi Town
Krabi Town's classic evening food market: noodles, grills, curries and desserts.
- Talat Kao (Krabi Old Market) Krabi Town
Morning market with southern breakfast dishes, fresh produce and coffee.
- Noppharat Thara Seafood Restaurants Noppharat Thara
Casual beachside seafood restaurants, with prices gentler than Ao Nang.
- Railay Walking Street Railay
A cluster of small restaurants and bars linking East and West Railay.
- Lanta Old Town Koh Lanta
Wooden stilt houses, cafés and seafood on the island's old port street.
Activities
- Rock Climbing at Railay Railay
Some of Asia's best limestone climbing, with courses for first-timers.
- Ao Thalane Mangrove Kayaking Ao Thalane
Paddle through mangrove canals and past karst cliffs in calm water.
- 4 Islands Longtail Tour Andaman Sea (day trip)
Longtail-boat day trip to Poda, Chicken Island, Tup and Phra Nang Cave.
- Dragon Crest Mountain Hike (Khao Ngon Nak) Khlong Muang area
A steep sunrise hike along a ridge shaped like a dragon's back.
- Diving & Snorkelling off Koh Haa Koh Lanta / Ao Nang
Clear water, walls and swim-throughs around the Five Islands.
- Thai Cooking Class Ao Nang / Krabi Town
Market visit, then learn to cook southern Thai favourites.
Entertainment
- Krabi Weekend Night Market Krabi Town
A lively weekend walking-street market with food, music and crafts.
- Muay Thai Fight Night Ao Nang / Krabi Town
Live Thai boxing bouts at local stadiums around Ao Nang and Krabi Town.
- Ao Nang Promenade at Sunset Ao Nang
A relaxed evening stroll past cafés, buskers and longtail boats.
- Railay & Tonsai Beach Bars Railay / Ton Sai
Reggae bars and fire-dancing shows on the sand after a day of climbing.
Hotels & stays
- Rayavadee Railay
A landmark luxury resort on the Railay peninsula, wedged between three beaches.
- Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Klong Muang
Private pool villas on a quiet bay north-west of Ao Nang.
- Dusit Thani Krabi Beach Resort Klong Muang
A beachfront family-friendly resort with calm water on Klong Muang.
- Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort Ao Nang
Hillside rooms with bay views and a short walk to Ao Nang's centre.
- Pak-Up Hostel Krabi Town
A design-led hostel in Krabi Town with dorms, privates and a social lounge.
- Pimalai Resort & Spa (Koh Lanta) Koh Lanta
A sprawling hillside-to-beach resort on Koh Lanta's quieter west coast.
Shopping
- Ao Nang Landmark Night Market Ao Nang
Evening stalls of souvenirs, clothes, snacks and street food in Ao Nang.
- Krabi Town Shops & Handicrafts Krabi Town
Local shops, cafés and handicrafts along Krabi Town's riverside roads.
- Lanta Old Town Crafts & Art Shops Koh Lanta
Independent shops and artists' studios in the island's old port street.
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Best time to visit Krabi.
The best time to visit Krabi is December to March. Krabi has a tropical monsoon climate. The dry season from November to April brings hot, sunny days and calm, clear seas, and is the best time for island trips. From May to October the southwest monsoon brings heavy rain and rougher seas, with September and October the wettest months. Some island boats reduce or stop services, though resorts offer big discounts.
Approximate long-term monthly averages in °C and millimetres of rain. These are planning notes, not a weather forecast.
Krabi travel tips.
A mixed community
Krabi has large Buddhist and Muslim communities. Dress modestly in villages, avoid eating pork in front of Muslim hosts and be aware of prayer times and Ramadan.
Temple etiquette
Cover shoulders and knees at temples such as Wat Tham Suea, remove shoes before entering halls and respect monks.
Respect the reefs
Don't touch coral, stand on it or take shells. Use reef-safe sunscreen, and don't feed the fish.
Wild monkeys
Macaques at Tiger Cave Temple and Railay snatch food and bags. Keep things zipped away and don't feed them.
Southern food
Expect heat: curries are spicy and salty. Say “mai phet” for not spicy, or “phet nit noi” for a little spicy.
Keep your cool (jai yen)
Staying calm and smiling solves most problems in Thailand.
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