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
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.
June
LOW
25-32°C
June continues the monsoon pattern with persistent rainfall, high humidity, and occasional thunderstorms.
June continues the monsoon pattern with persistent rainfall, high humidity, and occasional thunderstorms.
Open
Wat Phra Thong remains open 24 hours, but some events or ceremonies may be limited due to weather.
Wat Phra Thong remains open 24 hours, but some events or ceremonies may be limited due to weather.
Not recommended
Temple visits are possible, but outdoor activities are frequently interrupted by rain. The site is accessible by taxi or private car.
Temple visits are possible, but outdoor activities are frequently interrupted by rain. The site is accessible by taxi or private car.
July
LOW
25-31°C
July is firmly in the wet season with high rainfall, overcast skies, and the likelihood of brief but intense storms.
July is firmly in the wet season with high rainfall, overcast skies, and the likelihood of brief but intense storms.
Open
No seasonal closures, but gardens and outdoor spaces may be muddy or slippery.
No seasonal closures, but gardens and outdoor spaces may be muddy or slippery.
Not recommended
Despite the weather, the temple is open and accessible. Fewer crowds make for a quiet experience, though rain is frequent.
Despite the weather, the temple is open and accessible. Fewer crowds make for a quiet experience, though rain is frequent.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Bike
Car
Taxi
Walking
Additional info
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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
