Shopping · Krabi · Thailand
Shopping in Krabi
Shopping streets, markets and souvenirs worth the suitcase space.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
Shopping in Krabi is mostly beachwear, souvenirs and local snacks. The best finds are at Krabi Town's markets and in small craft shops on Koh Lanta. Best souvenirs: Southern Thai batik, Cashew nuts and Curry pastes.
Key facts
- Shopping areas
- 2
- Markets
- 2
- Top souvenir
- Southern Thai batik
Where to shop
Ao Nang beach road
Shops selling beachwear, sarongs, souvenirs and pharmacy goods.
Krabi Town
Local shops and markets with lower prices, plus supplies for longer stays.
Markets
Krabi Town weekend walking street
Crafts, clothing and food stalls on weekend evenings.
Chao Fah night market
Riverside food market with a few clothing and souvenir stalls.
What to buy
Southern Thai batik
Hand-painted batik sarongs and fabric from local workshops.
Cashew nuts
Roasted cashews from southern Thailand, sold in markets.
Curry pastes
Southern curry pastes from market stalls; pack them carefully.
Coconut products
Coconut oil, soaps and spa products made locally.
Streets and markets worth a wander
Market · Krabi Town
Krabi Town night markets
Krabi Town's riverside Chao Fah area hosts an evening food market most nights, and a larger walking-street market with food stalls, crafts and local performers runs on weekend evenings.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Food
- After dark
- Shopping
Food and drink to take home
Edible souvenirs travel best when they are dry or sealed: consider Mango sticky rice and Fruit shakes. Night-market dessert stalls and beach restaurants. Check your home country's rules on bringing food and drink back.
Shopping by neighbourhood
| Area | Price level | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Ao Nang | $$ | Main beach resort town with hotels, restaurants and the boat pier |
| Railay | $$$ | Car-free peninsula of cliffs, climbing and beaches |
| Tonsai | $ | Rustic climbers' bay next to Railay |
| Krabi Town | $ | Provincial riverside town of markets and local life |
| Klong Muang and Tubkaek | $$$$ | Secluded resort beaches with views of the Hong Islands |
Paying and bargaining
Prices are in THB. Tipping is not expected but appreciated. Round up restaurant bills, tip boat crews and dive or climbing guides for good service, and give a small tip for massages.
- Cover up when leaving the beach; swimwear is not appropriate in towns, shops or temples.
- Remove shoes before entering temples, homes and some shops.
- National park fees are charged in cash at many islands; check whether your tour includes them.
When to shop
Shops and markets are quietest in September; the busiest months are December–February.
- April: Songkran — Thai New Year water festival (13–15 April)
- September: Vegetarian Festival in Krabi Town (September or October)
- October: Vegetarian Festival (some years)
- December: Christmas and New Year beach celebrations
Staying near the shops
Questions travellers ask
+What should I buy in Krabi?
Southern Thai batik, Cashew nuts, Curry pastes and Coconut products.
+Where is the best shopping in Krabi?
Ao Nang beach road: Shops selling beachwear, sarongs, souvenirs and pharmacy goods.
+What are the best markets in Krabi?
Krabi Town weekend walking street and Chao Fah night market.