Why visit
Krabi is Andaman limestone cliffs. Railay beach accessible only by boat, Ao Nang's base, Hong Islands, and the jungle interior at Khao Phanom Bencha.
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Krabi at a glance
City population
31k
Elevation
14 m
46 ft
Time zone
UTC+7
Asia/Bangkok
Airport
KBV
Krabi International Airport
Thailand at a glance
Country center
15.0°, 100.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
513,120 km²
198,117 mi²
Country population
71.7 million
140/km²
Subregion
South-Eastern Asia
Currency
Thai baht (฿)
THB
Dial
+66
Language
Thai
Demonym
Thai
Internet
.th
UN
Member state
ISO code
TH / THA
Where in the world
15.0° - 100.0°
Thailand
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Did you know
- Krabi's Railay Peninsula is only accessible by boat and is world-renowned for rock climbing on its limestone karst cliffs.
- The nearby Phi Phi Islands were made famous by the Leonardo DiCaprio film "The Beach".
- The Four Islands snorkeling tour is a Krabi signature: Poda, Chicken, Tup, and Phra Nang are all within a short longtail-boat ride.
- Thailand was never colonized by a European power: one of only a handful of Asian countries with this distinction.
- The official capital name is the longest city name in the world: Krungthepmahanakhon... (listed in the Guinness Book).
Bordering Thailand
Traveler notes
- Railay for rock climbing and beaches
- Four Islands tour from Ao Nang
- Koh Lanta is quieter and ferry-accessible
Plan checks
- Build a three-day plan before extending. Most travel cities are easy to undersell to yourself.
- Check seasonal timing: high season can triple costs on some coastal destinations.
- Verify swim safety, ocean conditions, and water-quality reports by month.
- Bring layered clothing and verify trail/park access before arrival.
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Facts last reviewed June 2026 against GeoNames and national statistics sources. See the editorial policy for how destination data is maintained.
Frequently asked about Krabi
What currency is used in Krabi?
Krabi uses the Thai baht (฿), ISO code THB.
What languages are spoken in Thailand?
The primary language is Thai.
What is the international calling code for Thailand?
The calling code is +66.
What airport serves Krabi?
Krabi International Airport (IATA: KBV).
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