This list leans hard on limestone: cave shrines, cliff-side goddess caves and temples with brutal step counts, plus a couple of oddities like a riverside crab sculpture and a saltwater hot spring. Wat Tham Suea takes the top spot, and if you'd rather skip the 1,200-odd steps, Wat Bang Thong's golden pagoda near Ao Luek is the easier win.
Krabi's famous climb, about 1,260 steps to a golden Buddha and a 360-degree karst view, with a forest monastery at the foot for anyone who skips the stairs. Open 06:00 to 18:00, ฿50 for foreign visitors.
A revered sea goddess shrine tucked into limestone cliffs at the end of Railay's most dramatic beach.
A striking golden pagoda complex near Ao Luek, blending active worship with impressive Buddhist artistry.
Where to stay
My pick at each price level in Krabi, going by Google's hotel class. Hotels from my ranked list of the 10 best come first, then the best-reviewed. Each button opens the hotel on Booking.com with your dates filled in.
#1Luxury · 5-star
Dusit Thani Krabi Beach Resort4.7 (4,946 reviews)
Upscale beachfront resort in Nong Thale offering spa facilities, multiple pools, and direct Andaman Sea access.
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#3Mid-range · 4-star
Sea Seeker Krabi Resort4.5 (3,332 reviews)
A large beachside resort in Ao Nang offering spacious rooms, sea views, and easy access to Krabi's coast.
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A giant riverside mud crab sculpture that's become one of Krabi's most recognizable landmarks.
A reclining Buddha housed inside a natural limestone cave in Phang-nga Province.
A working Buddhist temple in Krabi rewarding those who climb its 1,260 steep steps with sweeping karst panoramas.
Klook's best-reviewed Krabi tours, with today's prices. Most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
A hillside Buddhist shrine in Ao Nang offering panoramic views of Krabi's limestone peaks and a peaceful place of worship.
A limestone cave temple in Phang Nga where Buddhist shrines, wild macaques, and ancient rock formations coexist.
