Krabi travel guide
Krabi Tourism | Krabi Guide
You're Going to Love Krabi
With a population of 31,219, Krabi is the largest city in Krabi Province, Thailand by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Krabi has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Krabi
Tours
Nature & Outdoor Activities
When to visit Krabi
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Krabi in April, when the average temperature is 84.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 71.6 °F, with an average temperature of 80.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 14″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Krabi, with an average rainfall of 0.9″.
How to Get to Krabi
Plane
When flying to Krabi, you’ll arrive at Krabi (KBV), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Krabi from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 29h.
Car
Another option to get to Krabi is to pick up a car rental from Phuket City, which is about 38 miles from Krabi. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Europcar, among others, in Phuket City.
Bus
The most popular bus station is Krabi Krabi Bus Terminal, located 3 miles from downtown Krabi. Krabi Wat Tham Suea (Tiger Cave Temple) is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Krabi
Where to stay in Krabi
From 5-star hotels such as the Phulay Bay, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve to great affordable options like the Aonang Eco Inn, Krabi offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $25 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $154 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Lada Krabi Residence and City Hotel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Krabi
Most booked hotels in Krabi
Renting a car in Krabi
Renting a car in Krabi costs $28 per day, on average, or $85 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Krabi.
Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Krabi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. The most frequently booked car type in Krabi is Compact (Class Compact Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar) are, on average, 25% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.