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Chiang Mai
Travel Guide

Experience the temples, culture, and festivals in Chiang Mai!

Sacred temples, gourmet restaurants, and top sights from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar to Tha Phae Gate—discover Chiang Mai, a historic destination also famous for its shopping.

Where to stay in Chiang Mai

Nimman, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand

Nimman

4.5/5Wonderful!(88 area reviews)

Unique features of Nimman include the cafés and shopping. Make a stop by Nimman Road or Wat Suan Dok while you're exploring the area.

Nimman
Wat Phra Singh

Old City

4.5/5Wonderful!(687 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Old City is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Wat Phra Singh and Sunday Walking Street Market.

Old City
Wua Lai, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand

Wua Lai

Wua Lai is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wat Si Supan and Wat Sri Suphan while you're in town.

Wua Lai
Chiang Mai featuring performance art and fashion as well as a small group of people

Chang Moi

4.5/5Wonderful!(139 area reviews)

Unique features of Chang Moi include the historic sites and shopping. Make a stop by Warorot Market or Riverside while you're exploring the area.

Chang Moi
Resort in Chiang Mai

Tha Sala

4/5Very Good!(24 area reviews)

Tha Sala is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Chiang Mai Promenada or Wat Si Bua Ngern.

Tha Sala
North Thailand which includes a ruin

Hai Ya

4/5Very Good!(75 area reviews)

Hai Ya is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wat Sri Suphan and Wat Si Supan.

Hai Ya

Top Hotels in Chiang Mai

Eastin Tan Hotel Chiang Mai
Eastin Tan Hotel Chiang Mai
4 out of 5
165 Huay Kaew Road, T. Suthep, Muang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai
The price is ￥4,899 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11

Situated near the airport, this hotel is steps from Think Park, MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center, and Nimman Road. Chiang Mai University and Wat Jed Yot are also ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (547 reviews)

"Nice hotel, in great location. plenty of restaurants around."…"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2020

Eastin Tan Hotel Chiang Mai
dusitD2 Chiang Mai
dusitD2 Chiang Mai
5 out of 5
100 Chang Klan Road, Amphur Muang, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai
The price is ￥5,042 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4

This family-friendly Chiang Mai hotel is located near the airport, within 1 mi (2 km) of Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Center, and ...…

4.4/5Excellent! (999 reviews)

"Very nice hotel, modern, clean, friendly staff. Good location for night markets"…"

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2021

dusitD2 Chiang Mai
El Barrio Lanna
El Barrio Lanna
4 out of 5
38 Prapokklao Road Soi 7, T. Phra Sing, A. Mueang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai
The price is ￥3,992 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17

Located in Old City, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Wat Chedi Luang, Tha Phae Gate, and Wat Phra Singh. Chiang Mai Night Bazaar and Wat Chiang Man ...…

4.7/5Exceptional! (44 reviews)

"Excellent stay. Easy walking distance to night markets, restaurants, etc. Very nice and well-furnished room, large bathroom, nice balcony. Staff are all friendly and happy to help with info and requests."…"

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2020

El Barrio Lanna
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Vacation Rentals in Chiang Mai

Anantara Chiang Mai Serviced Suites
Anantara Chiang Mai Serviced Suites
4.5 out of 5
123-231/1 Charoen Prathet Road, Changklan, Muang, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai
The price is ￥17,314 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4

Located in Chang Khlan, this luxury aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Riverside and Chiang Mai Night Bazaar. Tha Phae Gate and Warorot Market are also ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (10 reviews)

"Very helpful and friendly staffs! Great location and great place to stay!"…"

Reviewed on May 20, 2019

Anantara Chiang Mai Serviced Suites
Chic Villa 6
Chic Villa 6
4 out of 5
9 Soi 12, Chotana Road, T. Chang Phuak, A. Muang, Chiang Mai
The price is ￥53,097 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4

Located in Chang Phueak, this villa is within 3 mi (5 km) of Chiang Mai Rajabhat University, MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center, and Wat Phra Singh. Chiang Mai University ...…

5/5Exceptional! (2 reviews)

"It was an awesome place, great service and the rooms are beautiful"…"

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2019

Chic Villa 6
Locals Prio ChiangMai Central Airport Plaza
Locals Prio ChiangMai Central Airport Plaza
4 out of 5
205 Mahidol Rd.,Tambon Pa Daet, Chiang Mai, Chiangmai
The price is ￥2,257 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12

Located in the heart of Chiang Mai, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center and CentralPlaza Chiang Mai Airport. Wat Phra ...…

4.2/5Very Good! (56 reviews)

"The hotel don't provide breakfast but It us across from the Airport plaza and there you can get anything including food and etc."…"

Reviewed on Dec 17, 2020

Locals Prio ChiangMai Central Airport Plaza
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Popular places to visit in Chiang Mai

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Chiang Mai Night Bazaar

4.5/5(610 reviews)

Enjoy the lively ambiance among the lights, music and enticing aromas of this iconic night market specializing in portrait paintings.

Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
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Chiang Mai University

4.5/5(93 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Chiang Mai University, a top college in Su Thep. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this culturally rich area.

Chiang Mai University
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Tha Phae Gate

4.5/5(365 reviews)

You can learn more about the history of Sri Phum during your trip to a top site like Tha Phae Gate. Discover the lively festivals and temples in this culturally rich area.

Tha Phae Gate
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Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

4.5/5(497 reviews)

See the pagodas, bells and museum of this fascinating and ornate Buddhist complex, the holiest shrine in northern Thailand, in a mountainous national park.

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
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Chiang Mai Zoo

4/5(69 reviews)

Meet the native and exotic animals and discover why Chiang Mai Zoo is a favorite stop in Su Thep. In the area, take in the lively festivals and mountain views.

Chiang Mai Zoo
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Wat Phra Singh

4.5/5(294 reviews)

Have coffee near a pavilion and marvel at the intricate and baroque features of one of Chiang Mai’s most important temples.

Wat Phra Singh

Top things to do in Chiang Mai

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Chiang Rai Sites & Golden Triangle Border Tour

￥10,768
Per adult
Chiang Rai Sites & Golden Triangle Border Tour
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Chiang Mai Evening Street Food Walking Tour

￥4,536
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Chiang Mai Evening Street Food Walking Tour
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Thai Khantoke Dinner & Cultural Dance Show with Transfers

￥3,636
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Thai Khantoke Dinner & Cultural Dance Show with Transfers
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Wat Doi Suthep Temple & White Meo (Hmong) Hilltribe

￥5,734
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wat Doi Suthep Temple & White Meo (Hmong) Hilltribe
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Skyline Zipline Experience Chiang Mai

￥7,926
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Skyline Zipline Experience Chiang Mai
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Mae Hong Son Loop Tour

￥164,741
Per adult
Mae Hong Son Loop Tour
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