Things to Do in Chiang Mai

There are 2 attractions in Chiang Mai. Doi Suthep-Pui National Park, mountain national park with sacred temple and viewpoints, is the most popular.

Most Popular By Name
Doi Suthep-Pui National Park
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Doi Suthep-Pui National Park
Mountain national park with sacred temple and viewpoints
Park
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
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Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
Hilltop temple overlooking Chiang Mai city
Temple
Chiang Mai University
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Chiang Mai University
Major northern Thai university with hilltop campus
University
Wat Chedi Luang
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Wat Chedi Luang
Significant Chiang Mai temple with large ruined chedi
Temple
Wat Phra Sing
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Wat Phra Sing
Lanna-style Chiang Mai temple housing revered Buddha image
Temple
Chiang Mai Zoo
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Chiang Mai Zoo
Large northern Thai zoo with panda exhibits
Zoo
Wat Chiang Man
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Wat Chiang Man
Oldest Chiang Mai temple, houses historic Buddha images
Temple
Wat Chet Yot
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Wat Chet Yot
Seven-spired Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai
Temple
Ban Ho Mosque
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Ban Ho Mosque
Historic community mosque in Chiang Mai province
Mosque
Elephant Nature Park
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Elephant Nature Park
Elephant rescue and rehabilitation sanctuary near Chiang Mai
Zoo
Wat Suan Dok
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Wat Suan Dok
Chiang Mai temple with royal cremation grounds
Temple
Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden
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Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden
Thailand's highland botanic garden focused on native plants
Historical Site
Wiang Kum Kam
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Wiang Kum Kam
Ancient buried city and archaeological site near Chiang Mai
Historical Site
Chiang Mai Night Safari
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Chiang Mai Night Safari
Nighttime safari park featuring nocturnal animal exhibits
Zoo
Mae Wang National Park
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Mae Wang National Park
Northern Thai park with waterfalls and mountain trails
National Park
Bhubing Palace
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Bhubing Palace
Royal palace and hillside garden in Chiang Mai
Palace
Chiang Mai National Museum
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Chiang Mai National Museum
Museum exhibiting northern Thai art and historical artifacts
Museum
Three Kings Monument
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Three Kings Monument
Monument commemorating Chiang Mai's three founding kings
Monument
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
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Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
Large night market in Chiang Mai selling crafts
Market
Hariphunchai National Museum
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Hariphunchai National Museum
Regional museum displaying Hariphunchai period artifacts
Museum
Samoeng Loop
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Samoeng Loop
Scenic mountain road loop popular with motorcyclists
Road
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Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center
Museum
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Mae Sa
Valley and agricultural area near Chiang Mai
Valley
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Chiang Mai City Art & Cultural Center
City museum presenting Chiang Mai's art and heritage
Museum
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Daraphirom Palace
Historic palace in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand
Building
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Mae Sa Waterfall
Tiered rainforest waterfalls near Chiang Mai
Historical Site
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Ban Tawai
Section of Populated Place
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Chiang Mai Walking Street
Night market street showcasing local crafts and street food
Market
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Huay Kaew Waterfall
Waterfall near Chiang Mai in Doi Suthep area
Waterfall
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Museum of World Insects and Natural Wonders
Museum
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Sainamphung Orchid Farm
Farm
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Ganesh Himal Museum
Temple
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Chama Thevi Monument
Monument commemorating Queen Chamadevi, regional founder
Monument
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Champa Thong Waterfall
Forest waterfall featuring cascades and swimming pools
Waterfall
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Chiang Mai City Arts and Cultural Centre
Museum preserving Chiang Mai's Lanna art and history
Museum
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Chiang Mai University Art Museum
University museum exhibiting Thai and Southeast Asian art
Museum
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Darapirom Palace Museum
Historic palace museum in Lampang displaying royal artifacts
Museum
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Garden Birds of Thailand
Thai bird park exhibiting local and exotic species
Museum
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Highland Farm and Gibbon Refuge
Gibbon rehabilitation center and organic highland farm
Wildlife Reserve
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Huay Teung Tao Reservoir
Popular reservoir with lakeside cafes and mountain views
Reservoir
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Kruba Srivichai Monument and Huay Kaew Waterfall
Monument and nearby waterfall honoring Kruba Srivichai
Monument
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Suan Buak Haad
Public city park in Chiang Mai with ponds
Park
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Suspension Bridge over the Ping River
Pedestrian suspension bridge spanning the Ping River
Bridge
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Wat Bupparam
Buddhist temple featuring Lanna-style architecture and murals
Temple
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Wat Chama Thevi
Ancient Buddhist temple named after Queen Chamadevi
Temple
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Wat Chiang Yuen
Historic Buddhist temple in northern Thailand
Temple
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Wat Jet Yod
Historic Chiang Mai temple with seven-spired chedi
Temple
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Wat Jong Sung and Wat Si Boonruang
Pair of historic Thai temples in northern Thailand
Temple
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Wat Ketkaram
Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai's old town
Temple
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Wat Ku Tao
Chiang Mai temple known for round chedi structure
Temple
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Wat Mahawan
Historic Buddhist temple in Thailand
Temple
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Wat Phan Tao
Lanna-era wooden temple in Chiang Mai's old city
Temple
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Wat Phra Phuttabhat Tak Pha
Buddhist cave temple attracting local pilgrims
Temple
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Wat Phra Singh
Prominent Chiang Mai temple housing revered Buddha image
Temple
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Wat Phra That Hariphunchai
11th-century Lamphun temple with iconic golden chedi
Temple
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Wat Phuak Hong
Historic temple famed for detailed wall murals
Temple
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Wat Sri Suphan
Chiang Mai's silver-covered temple with intricate metalwork
Temple
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Wat Traiphum
Buddhist temple complex with iconic Lanna murals
Temple
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Wat U Mong
Forest meditation temple with ancient tunnel shrine
Temple
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X-Centre
Amusement Park