Wat Phra Thong
Phuket, Thailand • 
Underrated
UnderratedPhuket, Thailand
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
23°C – 31°C, dry, sunny, and pleasantly warm; rare showers, high crowds, peak season
23°C – 31°C, dry, sunny, and pleasantly warm; rare showers, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Some stairs and uneven ground; not fully accessible for wheelchairs.
Some stairs and uneven ground; not fully accessible for wheelchairs.
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Hours of operation
Monday
08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Tuesday
08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Wednesday
08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Thursday
08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Friday
08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Saturday
08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Sunday
08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
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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
23-32°C
Continued dry, sunny weather; very low chance of rain.
Continued dry, sunny weather; very low chance of rain.
Open
No major restrictions; open 24 hours to visitors.
No major restrictions; open 24 hours to visitors.
Recommended
February offers ideal visitation conditions with reliably dry, warm weather and full accessibility, though crowds and prices remain high.
February offers ideal visitation conditions with reliably dry, warm weather and full accessibility, though crowds and prices remain high.
March
MEDIUM
24-33°C
Hotter days, mostly dry but a slight increase in chance of short rain showers.
Hotter days, mostly dry but a slight increase in chance of short rain showers.
Open
No major restrictions; open 24 hours to visitors.
No major restrictions; open 24 hours to visitors.
Recommended
March remains a good month for visiting, as weather is still favorable but with slightly fewer tourists and better value accommodations.
March remains a good month for visiting, as weather is still favorable but with slightly fewer tourists and better value accommodations.
April
MEDIUM
25-34°C
Hot and humid; rain showers become more frequent, especially late in the month.
Hot and humid; rain showers become more frequent, especially late in the month.
Open
No major restrictions; open 24 hours to visitors.
No major restrictions; open 24 hours to visitors.
Recommended
April sees hotter temperatures and more rain, but remains accessible and lively, especially around Songkran celebrations.
April sees hotter temperatures and more rain, but remains accessible and lively, especially around Songkran celebrations.
May
LOW
25-32°C
May marks the start of the monsoon season in Phuket, characterized by frequent heavy rains, high humidity, and cloudy days.
May marks the start of the monsoon season in Phuket, characterized by frequent heavy rains, high humidity, and cloudy days.
Open
No seasonal restrictions; Wat Phra Thong is open 24 hours year-round, but outdoor areas may be affected by rain.
No seasonal restrictions; Wat Phra Thong is open 24 hours year-round, but outdoor areas may be affected by rain.
Not recommended
Visiting is possible, but the weather is frequently wet, which may deter outdoor exploration. The temple is easily accessible and less crowded.
Visiting is possible, but the weather is frequently wet, which may deter outdoor exploration. The temple is easily accessible and less crowded.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Bike
Car
Taxi
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
