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Wat Ratchathammaram Red Temple
⛩️ Temples & Culture
Koh Samui

Wat Ratchathammaram Red Temple

4.6(2,270 reviews)

Terracotta-hued Buddhist temple richly decorated with sculptures of sea monsters & warriors.

Location Info

Opening Hours
Monday07:00-17:00
Tuesday07:00-17:00
Wednesday07:00-17:00
Thursday07:00-17:00
Friday07:00-17:00
Saturday07:00-17:00
Sunday07:00-17:00

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