Visit the Big Buddha
Nakkerd Hills 2 hrs
See the iconic 45-meter-tall white marble Buddha statue with panoramic views.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
Thai and English
Local currency
THB
(THB)
Local time
(GMT+7)
Ideal trip length
4–10 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Nai Harn Beach
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Not mandatory, appreciated for good service.
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
75 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Pad Thai
Tom Yum Goong
Fresh Seafood BBQ
Mango Sticky Rice
When to visit Rawai Beach
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: January, February
Busiest: Nov-Feb
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Jan90
Dry, sunny, pleasant
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Feb90
Dry, sunny, pleasant
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Mar80
Hot, dry, clear
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Apr70
Hot, humid, some rain
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May60
Monsoon starts, rain
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Jun50
Monsoon, frequent rain
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Jul50
Monsoon, frequent rain
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Aug50
Monsoon, frequent rain
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Sept40
Wettest month, heavy rain
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Oct50
Monsoon easing, rain
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Nov70
End of monsoon, pleasant
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Dec85
Dry, sunny, pleasant
Things to do in Rawai Beach
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
3 places
Phuket Elephant Sanctuary
Paklok 4 hrs
Observe rescued elephants in their natural habitat ethically.
Muay Thai Training Session
Rawai 2 hrs
Learn basic techniques of Thailand's national sport.
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Explore Rawai Fish Market
Rawai Beach 2 hrs
Choose fresh seafood and have it cooked at a nearby restaurant.
Best in the evening
1 place
Sunset at Promthep Cape
Promthep Cape 2 hrs
Witness breathtaking panoramic views as the sun dips below the Andaman Sea.
Any time of day
2 places
Island Hopping to Koh Racha Yai & Coral Island
Rawai Pier 6 hrs
Snorkel and swim in crystal-clear waters.
Relax at Nai Harn Beach
Nai Harn 4 hrs
Enjoy one of Phuket's most beautiful and less crowded beaches.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Rawai Beach
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