🏛️Main Attractions
- ✓Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
- ✓Chiang Mai Old City
- ✓Night Bazaar
- ✓Elephant Sanctuary
- ✓Doi Inthanon National Park
- ✓Wat Chedi Luang
- ✓Sunday Walking Street
- ✓Maesa Elephant Camp
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai
Ancient capital of northern Thailand, known as the 'Rose of the North'. A cultural city surrounded by mountains with historic temples and traditional culture.
🌐Other Cities in Thailand
Recommended Hotels in Chiang Mai
Hand-picked hotels and accommodations from Agoda (20 properties)
🏨Recommended Hotels
- ★The Dhara Dhevi
- ★Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai
- ★Le Meridien Chiang Mai
- ★Ratilanna Riverside Spa Resort
🍜Restaurants & Food
•Khao Soi Mae Sai
$Khao Soi (Northern Thai curry noodles)
•David's Kitchen
$$Thai cuisine
•Huen Phen
$$Northern Thai cuisine
•Ginger Farm Kitchen
$$$Organic Thai cuisine
🛍️ Shopping
- •Chiang Mai Night Bazaarmarket
Night market open daily. Rich in handicrafts.
- •Sunday Market (Thapae Gate to Wat Phra Singh)market
Large-scale market only on Sundays.
- •Saturday Market (Wualai Road)market
Local market only on Saturdays.
- •Kad Suan Kaewmall
Chiang Mai's largest shopping mall.
💡 Travel Tips
- • Dry season (November-February) is best, cool mornings and evenings
- • Remove shoes and dress modestly at temples
- • Khao Soi is the famous Northern Thai specialty dish
- • Bring warm clothes for mountain areas
🔗 Related Information
📋Quick Info
📅Best Season
November - February
💰Daily Budget
$30-70/day
👥Popular With
Digital NomadsCouplesSolo TravelersBackpackers
🗓️Recommended Stay
3-7 days
🌐Timezone
UTC+7
💬Local Language
Thai
💱Currency
THB (Thai Baht)
📅Chiang Mai 3-Day Itinerary
Recommended plan for efficient sightseeing
Old City Temples & Culture
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Morning3h
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Visit Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang in the Old City
💡 Explore two of Chiang Mai's most important temples. Wat Chedi Luang features a massive 14th-century pagoda, while Wat Phra Singh houses revered Buddha images.
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Afternoon2h
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Lunch at Huen Phen for authentic Northern Thai cuisine
💡 Try local specialties like Khao Soi (curry noodles) and Sai Oua (Northern Thai sausage) at this traditional restaurant.
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Afternoon2h
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Explore the Old City moat area and coffee shops in Nimman
💡 Walk along the ancient city walls and canals, then head to trendy Nimman area for modern cafes and boutiques.
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Evening3h
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Dinner and Night Bazaar shopping
💡 Visit Chiang Mai Night Bazaar for handicrafts, clothing, and street food. Negotiate prices and enjoy the lively atmosphere.