Things to do in Ao Nang tonight – meet other travelers

Ao Nang is where after. started: limestone cliffs, longtail boats to Railay and a beach road that comes alive after sunset. See who's out tonight, join a sunset meetup on the beach or find free viewpoints, temples and night markets nearby.

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Ao Nang Beach, Ao Nang — Photo: kallerna / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Free things to do in Ao Nang

Free
Chao Fah pier & Krabi Town riverside
Stroll along the river promenade in Krabi Town and watch the longtail boats.
฿ small fee
Hot Springs Waterfall (Khlong Thom)
Warm water cascading into natural pools in the forest.
Entry fee – check on site
Free
Monkey Trail: Ao Nang → Pai Plong Beach
Short walk along the cliffs from the end of Ao Nang Beach to Pai Plong Beach. Keep food out of sight – the monkeys are curious.
Free
Railay viewpoint & lagoon trail
Steep, muddy climb with ropes to a viewpoint and the hidden lagoon. Difficult – good shoes, not after rain.
Free
Wat Kaew Korawaram (white temple)
The white temple in Krabi Town. Cover shoulders and knees.
Free
Klong Muang Beach
Quiet beach north of Ao Nang with island views.
Free
Ao Nang Beach sunset
The main beach in Ao Nang – grab a spot on the sand and watch the sun drop behind the islands.
Free
Ao Nang viewpoint
Viewpoint over Ao Nang Beach and the limestone cliffs.
฿ small fee
Dragon Crest trail (Khao Ngon Nak)
Sunrise hike to the Dragon Crest rock above the Andaman coast. National park fee at the start of the trail.
National park fee
฿ small fee
Emerald Pool & Blue Pool
Forest walk to clear natural pools. National park fee.
National park fee
Free
Krabi Town Walking Street
Weekend night market in Krabi Town with street food, music and stalls.
Free
Nopparat Thara Beach
Long, calmer beach next to Ao Nang – good for a walk at low tide.
Free
Railay Beach & Phra Nang Cave Beach
Famous beaches between the cliffs – the beaches are free, only the boat there costs.
Only the boat costs
Free
Tiger Cave Temple (Wat Tham Suea)
1,260 steps to the top – go early or for sunset. Bring water and cover shoulders and knees for the temple.
Free
Ao Nang Landmark Night Market
Evening market with street food and stalls – free to walk around.
฿ small fee
Khao Khanab Nam
Two limestone hills by the river in Krabi Town, reached by longtail – small fee for the boat.
Small fee for the longtail
Free
Tubkaek Beach
Peaceful beach further north, facing the Hong islands.

Tours & day trips from Ao Nang

from 2,950 THB 4.9 (3,518)
Phi Phi Early Bird – beat the crowds
Leave early and reach Maya Bay before the big boats. 4 islands by speedboat with snorkelling and lunch. Rated 4.9 by 3,500+ travelers.
from 1,500 THB 4.9 (2,555)
Elephant bathing at a sanctuary
Feed and bathe rescued elephants at an ethical sanctuary near Ao Nang – no riding. Rated 4.9 by 2,500+ travelers.
from 1,575 THB 4.9 (456)
Thai Charm Cooking School
Hands-on cooking class with pickup: curry paste from scratch, pad thai, soup and dessert – then a big shared meal.
from 1,304 THB 4.8 (4,164)
Tiger Cave Temple, Emerald Pool & Hot Springs
Climb the 1,260 steps of Tiger Cave Temple, swim in the Emerald Pool and relax in the jungle hot springs. Small group, pickup. Rated 4.8 by 4,100+…
from 2,500 THB 4.8 (2,227)
Ao Nang Elephant Sanctuary half-day
Half day with rescued elephants: learn their stories, prepare food and walk with them through the jungle. Rated 4.8 by 2,200+ travelers.
from 900 THB 4.8 (687)
Thai street food cooking class
Cook 3 classic Thai street food dishes with a local chef in Ao Nang – market tips included, and you eat everything you make.
from 3,890 THB per boat 4.7 (1,461)
Private longtail island hopping
Your own longtail boat and captain from Ao Nang – pick your islands, perfect for a group from after. Rated 4.7 by 1,400+ travelers.
from 1,380 THB 4.7 (12)
Hong & Paradise Island speedboat odyssey
Speedboat day to the Hong lagoon and Paradise Island with snorkelling stops. Pickup available. Rated 4.7.
from 1,100 THB 4.7 (173)
ATV jungle ride
1 hour of muddy jungle trails and viewpoints on your own quad bike near Ao Nang. Pickup available.
from 1,240 THB 4.6 (6,207)
Premium 4 Islands by longtail boat + lunch
Phra Nang Cave Beach, Chicken Island, Tup Island and Poda by traditional longtail boat. Snorkelling, beach time and lunch included, hotel pickup…
from 1,080 THB 4.6 (2,234)
4 Islands day trip – longtail or speedboat
The classic Krabi island hop: Phra Nang, Chicken Island, Tup Island and Poda. Choose longtail or speedboat. Rated 4.6 by 2,200+ travelers.
from 1,380 THB 4.6 (4,793)
Hong Islands by speedboat + lunch
Hidden lagoon, viewpoint and white-sand beaches of the Hong Islands. Kayaking and snorkelling, lunch and pickup included. Rated 4.6 by 4,700+…