Best Attractions in Chiang Mai

 Best Attractions in Chiang Mai Riverside

Warorot Market (or Kad Luang) is a must-visit for food lovers a

s it offers a wide range of ready-to-eat meals, local snacks and all kinds of fresh produce.

A large section of the market features inexpensive goods, such as clothing, fashion accessories and personal care products.

Targeting mostly Thais, Warorot Market is a great place to get a feel for the local way of life.

The three-storey building is close to the riverside and easy to find, just at the end of Chang Moi Road,

east of the moat and north of Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
Opening Hours: 6:00-19:00 Location: Chang Moi Road, close to the River Ping, north of Chiang Mai Night Bazaar

Tonlamyai Market is a bustling flower market located just next to Worarot Market on Praisanai Road.

 It is open 24 hours a day, with most deliveries being made in the early hours of the morning.

The market is mostly bunched together and covered by tarpaulins,

but walking along Praisani Rd allows you to be out in the open and enjoy the sights.

Talat Tonlamyai is the only place to get fresh flowers in central Chiang Mai

and for that reason it is a hive of activity, filled with locals and visiting Bangkokians,

who love photographing the stunning blooms.

Getting there isn’t too tricky; just ask a songtaew or tuk tuk for ‘Ton Lamyai’.

Or if you prefer a longer walk it is only fifteen minutes from the Thae Pae Gate,

walking away from the old town and north along the river.               

Opening Hours: 7 days a week, 24 hours a day

 Location: Thanon Praisani, running alongside the river

Art in Paradise is a 3D art gallery where visitors become part of the picture,

interacting with paintings to give the illusion that friends are flying on Aladdin’s flying carpet,

exploring the deep blue sea, or have even grown angel’s wings.

By standing at certain angles these paintings are extremely realistic

and a few hours spent exploring the three storey gallery is a fun-filled time and great way to give your camera a workout.

On the ground floor there is also a cafe and a small food court. Located on Changklan Road,

Art in Paradise is in the south of Chiang Mai, next to the Shangri La Hotel, a few kilometres east of the Ping River.  

  Opening Hours: 9:00 to 21:00 (allow at least two to three hours to explore the gallery in full) 

           Address: 199/9 Changklan Rd. Tel: +66 (0) 5327 4100

Elephant Parade House

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There are plenty of places to visit elephants in Thailand and learn more about this magnificent creature,

particularly in the northern areas surrounding Chiang Mai.

One social enterprise that is making a massive difference to their welfare

against the ongoing threats to their native lands is the Elephant Parade,

and a fun way to learn more about their work and to get arty is to spend an afternoon painting one of their cute elephant statues.

You can also check out the large colourful statues that decorate the main room of this funky elephant house,

which have been decorated like durians, coconuts, rainforests and the red songtaews that drive around Chiang Mai.

Getting there is quite easy.

Jump in a tuk tuk or songtaew and ask for Chiang Mai Land,

a street about ten minutes’ drive from the city centre. 

                               Address: 20/1 Chiang Mai Land Village, T.Changklan A.Muang Chiang Mai Tel: +66 (0)53 279816

Comedara Art Gallery

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Set in a beautiful old colonial house, this quaint restaurant has a unique antique ambience. Consisting of a series of dining rooms, some with riverside views, it makes for a truly memorable restaurant experience. In a way you feel as though you are dining in somebody's house, which lends it a fairly relaxed atmosphere. Art works for sale from local artists hang on the walls and contribute to the old-world charm that the Comedara is so loved for. The Thai menu offers traditional dishes from both the north and south of the country. Opening Hours: 09:00 – 23:00 Address: 193 Charoenrat Road Tel: +66 (0)53 211550 Cuisine: Thai

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Padung Village – Long Neck Ethnic Hill-tribe                                  

A visit to the Padung Village introduces you to the ‘Long Neck Karen’ ethnic hill-tribe.

The women wear brass rings around their necks, wrists and ankles as part of their culture.

It is a good idea to explore, with respect, the village a little to get a feel of their culture and way of life,

 before supporting their income by purchasing a few souvenirs (not a requirement though).

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Doi Pui,

Doi Pui, at 1,685metres above sea level, is the highest peak in the Doi Suthep-Pui National Park.

It is famous for its beautiful waterfalls which are easily reached from the main road.

But one of the hottest attractions for Doi Pui must be Hmong Tribal Village

situated less than five kilometres from the famous Wat Phra That Doi Suthep.

 A visit to this village is an eye-opener into the tribal villagers’ private life.

Witness their simple way of living, their homes, as well as learn about their culture through a collection of objects,

such as musical instruments, traditional silver-embroidered costumes and bamboo crafts.

Because of the high elevation, Doi Pui is enshrouded in mist

and has a relatively cool climate all year round (average temperatures of 20 - 23 degrees Celsius). T

he forest cover consists of mixed deciduous and evergreen forests,

with bursts of colourful blossoms dotting the entire mountain slopes.

Various species of birds and small mammals inhabit the forests,

among them red jungle fowl, pheasants, eagles, wild boar and macaque.

Doi Suthep-Pui National Park features a number of waterfalls,

many are accessible from the Mae Rim-Samoeng Highway north of the Old City.

Montha Tan Waterfall, at 730 above sea level, has a total of nine cascades and flows into Huay Kaew Waterfall

at the foot of Doi Suthep. Other notable waterfalls include Tat Mauk Waterfall and Mae Sa Waterfall.

Hmong Ethnic Village

 

Hmong Ethnic Village on Doi Pui Many travellers to Doi Suthep-Pui National Park stop their journey at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep,

although just a few kilometres ahead is where Doi Pui’s Hmong ethnic hill-tribe lives.

The road up to the village is steep but well-paved.

If you are interested in learning about the livelihood of Thailand’s ethnic hill-tribe,

Doi Pui is one of the few places close to town to meet and chat with the Hmong ethnic hill-tribe

as well as learn about their way of live from the living museum.

Like most ethnic hill-tribes of the north,

Doi Pui’s Hmong people used to cultivate opium poppies for a living until the royal sustainable projects arrived

and transformed the entire village to agricultural farms.

Today, the Hmong villagers have income from selling agricultural products as well as tribal souvenirs to visitors.

Phu Ping Palace Three kilometres downhill from the Hmong village is the site of the Phu Ping Palace,

where HM King Bhumibhol (Rama IX) used as a temporary residence and also to receive royal guests while visiting Chiang Mai.

The palace complex consists of a cluster of contemporary Thai-style buildings,

constructed from bricks and mortar but features traditional Thai-style pointed roofs,

all set amidst a well-manicured landscape, which encompasses a natural fern forest, large scenic water reservoir and rose garden.

Phu Ping Palace is open daily from 8:30 to 16:15 (ticket booth open 8:30-11:30, 13:00-15:30).

Dress politely (no shorts, skirts, tank tops, or spaghetti straps).

Technical Information To get to Doi Suthep-Pui National Park from Chiang Mai, take route 1004 northwest.

The entrance to the National Park is located about 15 km (9 miles)

from the city centre and the drive to Doi Pui from the entrance takes about 40-50 minutes.

Alternatively, take the red song-taew from the foot of Doi Suthep, which can drop you off at various points along the way.

You can also charter a red song-taew and agree on where to stop as well as the price. 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Doi Pui Tribal Village and National Park Opening Hours: Open daily from 8:30 to 16:15 (ticket booth Open 8:30-11:30, 13:00-15:30) 

Dress Code: No shorts, skirts, tank tops, or spaghetti straps

 

자전거 투어

보쌍우산마을(BoSang village) 전통적으로 우산을 만드는 마을

먼쨈마을(Moncham)

과일과 채소를 경작하는 몽족마을

 

Things to Do in Chiang Mai When it Rains

 Go to the malls

 Get a massage

Take a ‘staycation’

If you really hate leaving the comfort of your hotel when it’s rainy outside,

you better make the most of your time and book yourself into somewhere nice.

The great thing about Chiang Mai is that many of the top resorts (we’re talking five-star luxury) come at the same price

as a standard hotel in other major cities.

So consider spending that extra few thousand baht per night to get access to swanky swimming pools,

great dining options, luxurious spas, and fun, onsite amenities such as cooking schools,

kids’ entertainment centres and even home cinemas.

See our top 10 luxury resorts in Chiang Mai below for your next staycation

 

Take a cooking class

Another hugely popular activity in Chiang Mai for tourists is cooking classes,

and for most of the time, these involve being indoors under a roof (so you’ll stay dry).

Some do offer market excursion or outside cooking, but if it really is wet outside then the class normally remains indoors.

There are literally dozens of cooking schools to choose from, mostly located in and around the Old City,

with prices around 1,500-3,000 baht for a half day or full day.

Of course, you get to enjoy your own creations at the end, as well as meet new friends,

and take home a recipe book to impress your friends with your new culinary skills

Go drinking at the CM Entertainment Complex

Daytime drinking is always acceptable when you’re on holiday – even more so when the heavens open.

One great place – especially for guys – to enjoy some bar hopping is the famous CM Entertainment Complex on Loi Kroh Road.

The whole place is undercover, so you’ll stay dry all the time.

A word of warning, however: this is not a particularly family-friendly destination as the bars here are what's known as ‘girlie bars’.

That said, the atmosphere is far less seedy than the red light districts in Pattaya, Bangkok and Phuket,

and it’s common to see couples enjoying drinks together or playing pool…

so don’t be too put off by the scantily dressed ladies trying to lure you in. Most bars open from mid-afternoon and run

Explore the buzzing cafe scene

For those short-lasting afternoon downpours,

escaping into the comfort of one of Chiang Mai’s widely-celebrated cafés is always going to be a safe bet.

Café culture has been on the rise in the city for the last few years,

with plenty of artsy venues serving quality, locally-sourced coffee often with handmade cakes and desserts too…

all for about half the price of Starbucks (Chiang Mai has Starbucks too).

Free Wi-Fi is also available at the vast majority of hip cafes in Chiang Mai.

Just buy an umbrella

If you have limited time and the rain isn’t showing any signs of stopping,

why let it stop you from making the most of your time in a city as fun and culturally exciting as Chiang Mai?

All the top attractions are still open – just combat the water with a sturdy umbrella or poncho – easy!

You can buy yourself a flimsy poncho from 7/11 from as little as 50 baht,

or head to one of the malls and invest in some sturdier waterproof gear…

then head outside and enjoy everything the city has to offer on foot!