Experience spiritual peace at Big Buddha
Phuket, Thailand • 
Must Do
Must DoRecommended to Self-explore
Phuket, Thailand
Must DoRecommended to Self-explore
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
23°C – 31°C, dry and sunny with low humidity; very pleasant for outdoor visits, high crowds, peak season
23°C – 31°C, dry and sunny with low humidity; very pleasant for outdoor visits, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Stairs to summit; lower level flat but main statue only by steps.
Stairs to summit; lower level flat but main statue only by steps.
Value for money
Medium
Free entry, but limited experience due to closure.
Free entry, but limited experience due to closure.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Breathtaking Views
Couples found the panoramic vistas from the parking area simply stunning and romantic.
Spiritual Serenity
Despite the closure, visitors felt a sense of peace even from the viewing area.
Worth Visiting
Couples felt the Big Buddha, even partially accessible, was still worth the visit.
Limited Access
Couples were disappointed by the restricted access to the main statue and site.
Ruined Experience
Travelers felt the landslide significantly impacted the spiritual experience.
Not Upclose
Couples lamented that they could not get close to the majestic statue at all.
Hours of operation
Monday
06:00 AM - 06:30 PM
Tuesday
06:00 AM - 06:30 PM
Wednesday
06:00 AM - 06:30 PM
Thursday
06:00 AM - 06:30 PM
Friday
06:00 AM - 06:30 PM
Saturday
06:00 AM - 06:30 PM
Sunday
06:00 AM - 06:30 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
HIGH
24-32°C
Warm, dry, and sunny; excellent visibility and comfortable for exploring.
Warm, dry, and sunny; excellent visibility and comfortable for exploring.
Open
Dress code enforced: shoulders and knees must be covered. No major access restrictions.
Dress code enforced: shoulders and knees must be covered. No major access restrictions.
Recommended
Very favorable for experiencing the Big Buddha's tranquility and the best panoramic views.
Very favorable for experiencing the Big Buddha's tranquility and the best panoramic views.
March
MEDIUM
25-33°C
Hotter with a slight increase in humidity, but still mostly dry and sunny.
Hotter with a slight increase in humidity, but still mostly dry and sunny.
Open
Dress code enforced: shoulders and knees must be covered. No major access restrictions.
Dress code enforced: shoulders and knees must be covered. No major access restrictions.
Recommended
Good balance of weather and crowd levels; pleasant for spiritual visits and photography.
Good balance of weather and crowd levels; pleasant for spiritual visits and photography.
April
MEDIUM
26-34°C
Hot and humid; chance of occasional short rain showers, especially late in the month.
Hot and humid; chance of occasional short rain showers, especially late in the month.
Open
Dress code enforced: shoulders and knees must be covered. No major access restrictions.
Dress code enforced: shoulders and knees must be covered. No major access restrictions.
Recommended
Still suitable for visits, but prepare for heat and possible rain; quieter atmosphere post-holiday.
Still suitable for visits, but prepare for heat and possible rain; quieter atmosphere post-holiday.
May
LOW
25-32°C
May marks the beginning of Phuket's rainy season. Expect frequent showers, high humidity, and occasional thunderstorms.
May marks the beginning of Phuket's rainy season. Expect frequent showers, high humidity, and occasional thunderstorms.
Open
No special restrictions, but visitors should dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered) as it is a sacred site. During heavy rain, access may be temporarily limited for safety.
No special restrictions, but visitors should dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered) as it is a sacred site. During heavy rain, access may be temporarily limited for safety.
Not recommended
Visiting the Big Buddha in May offers a quieter experience, but frequent rain may impact panoramic views and outdoor comfort.
Visiting the Big Buddha in May offers a quieter experience, but frequent rain may impact panoramic views and outdoor comfort.
How to get there
Taxi
Recommended
Bike
Bus
Car
Ferry
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
