Wat Phra Yai

4.5(10,822 reviews)

Massive, circa-1972 gilded Buddha statue at the colorful Phra Yai temple complex.

Location Info

H3C6+87P, Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

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Opening Hours

Monday07:00-18:30

Tuesday07:00-18:30

Wednesday07:00-18:30

Thursday07:00-18:30

Friday07:00-18:30

Saturday07:00-18:30

Sunday07:00-18:30

Visitor Information

Best time to visit

January – August

Avoid: October – December (Gulf Coast monsoon)

Rainy season

October – December

Avg. temperature

24°C – 32°C(75°F – 90°F)

Crowds

High

Peak: July – August & December

Getting there

Koh Samui Airport (USM) has direct flights from Bangkok and regional hubs (Bangkok Airways monopoly). Ferry from Surat Thani takes ~1.5 hrs — a cheaper option.

Getting around

•Songthaews (fixed routes around the ring road)
•Motorbike or scooter rental
•Taxis (metered or negotiate upfront)
•Grab available in main areas