Must-see places in Railay

Things to see and do in Railay

Railay is renowned for its beaches, Phra Nang Beach and Railay West Beach, but also famous as a climbing destination, with some of Thailand's most renowned climbing spots. If you're experienced, you can ascend the towering limestone cliffs and enjoy an incredible view! Of course, there are beginner courses available on lower facades as well. Other places to visit on the isthmus besides the beaches include Phra Nang Cave and the inner lagoon (but do it with an experienced climber or risk accidents). The viewpoint of Railay East is more easily accessible and offers a lovely panoramic view.

Alternatively, you can also go for the same boat trips offered from Ao Nang. You can hire the services of a longtail boat directly on the beach by negotiating the price and itinerary with them. The most popular ride they offer is the beach tour, but you can also go for day trips.

Map of sights in Railay

Must-sees Other sights

Must-visit places in Railay

Railway West beach

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My opinion : starstarstar3/5

(the most popular beach), most of the tourists are on this beach

Phra Nang Beach

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My opinion : starstarstarstarstar5/5

This is the most beautiful beach in Railay! Anyway, it's my favorite. Pretty postcard setting with often turquoise sea and golden sand, there is also a cliff with a climbing wall and two sanctuaries with somewhat special offerings ;)

Railay East Viewpoint

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My opinion : starstarstarstar4/5

A little hard to reach, well let's say it's sporty on half of the way, the Railay East viewpoint offers a nice dominant view but which is not 360 degrees. It’s still nice to be up there! Be careful though, the clear part of the view is not in the axis of the sunrise.

Other places worth visiting in Railay

Phra Nang Cave Shrine & Princess Cave

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I bring together the 2 small caves of Phra Nang beach on a single visit page. These two sanctuaries are dedicated to the goddess who gave its name to the beach and the offerings made to her are a little, let's say... special !

More suggested visits in Railay

• Tonsay Beach
  is accessible by a steep a bit complicated at the end that connects Railay West to Tonsay or by a path of 3 km that makes you discover the cheap bungalows in the forest. No electricity and no running water in most cases, in Robinson Crusoe style.

Places to see elsewhere in Thailand

Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat

also known as Wat Yai, it is an important place of pilgrimage for the Thai. Its Chinnarat Buddha is one of the most revered in the country.

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Similan Isands

Comprising 11 islands, the Mu Ko Similan National Park offers seascapes and beaches as well as some of the most beautiful snorkeling and diving spots in Thailand. Many local agencies in Phuket offer…

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Wat Tham Suea (Tiger Cave Temple)

Called Wat Tham Seua in Thai, it is the most interesting temple to visit in Krabi. It owes its name to one of its many caves (the tiger cave) and offers a magnificent view over Krabi province from a…

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Erawan Cave (Tham Erawan)

This cave is worth visiting for its large seated Buddha installed at its mouth which makes a very photogenic image from inside. The interior of the cave is also interesting but it is absolutely…

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