Wat Duang Dee is a compact temple on Phra Pok Klao Road in Chiang Mai’s Old City, close to the Three Kings Monument. Its name is commonly translated as ‘Good Luck Temple’, and its mix of worship halls...
Chiang Mai Attractions
Chiang Mai is one of northern Thailand’s most rewarding destinations for culture, nature and outdoor experiences, with attractions ranging from centuries-old temples and lively markets to national parks, waterfalls and mountain adventures. The current Chiang Mai Travel Hub inventory is organised across major themes including temples, nature, national parks, waterfalls, museums, shopping, hot springs, elephants, adventure and general activities.
The city itself is strongest for temples, markets and cultural attractions, while the surrounding province opens up into mountains, forests and rural areas. That means visitors can easily combine Old City sightseeing with day trips to Doi Suthep, Doi Inthanon, Mae Rim, waterfalls, hot springs and adventure attractions.
Explore Chiang Mai Attractions
- Temples and heritage – Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh and other important Lanna temples across the city and surrounding hills.
- Nature and national parks – Explore Doi Inthanon, mountain viewpoints, forest trails and protected areas throughout northern Thailand.
- Markets and shopping – Browse Sunday Walking Street, night markets, local produce markets and modern shopping areas for food, crafts and souvenirs.
- Waterfalls and hot springs – Add Sticky Waterfalls, mountain cascades and geothermal attractions to a wider Chiang Mai itinerary.
- Adventure and family activities – Choose from ziplining, trekking, rafting, wildlife experiences, water parks and other outdoor attractions beyond the city centre.
Browse the listings below to discover Chiang Mai temples, nature attractions, markets, adventure experiences and the best places to visit across northern Thailand.
Wat Duang Dee
Si Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai
Wat Dab Pai
Si Phum, Mueang Chiang MaiWat Dab Pai is a small Buddhist temple on Singharat Road in the north-western part of Chiang Mai’s Old City. Its decorated halls, naga stairways and sacred well make it a worthwhile short stop when exploring the...
Siam Insect Zoo
Mae Raem, Mae RimSiam Insect Zoo is a small discovery museum and live insect breeding attraction in the Mae Sa Valley, northwest of Chiang Mai. Preserved specimens introduce the extraordinary variety of insects, while the living...
Elephant Poo Poo Paper Park
Mae Raem, Mae RimElephant Poo Poo Paper Park is an outdoor museum and craft attraction in Mae Rim where elephant dung fibres become handmade paper. A guided walk follows the transformation from collected material to finished sheets...
Bai Orchid And Butterfly Farm
Mae Raem, Mae RimBai Orchid And Butterfly Farm is a small orchid nursery and garden stop in Mae Rim, north of Chiang Mai. Rows of flowering orchids are the main attraction, with a butterfly area and places to browse or take a break...
Canopy Walkway Chiang Mai
Pong Yaeng, Mae RimCanopy Walkway Chiang Mai is an elevated forest walk inside Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden in Pong Yaeng, Mae Rim. The route brings visitors close to the tree canopy, with views across the surrounding forest and sections...
Mae Sa Valley
Pong Yaeng, Mae RimMae Sa Valley is a green corridor of waterfalls, gardens and visitor attractions along the Mae Rim-Samoeng road northwest of Chiang Mai. Forested hills rise beyond the roadside stops, making the valley a practical day...
Mon Cham
Mae Raem, Mae RimMon Cham, also written Mon Jam, is a mountain viewpoint above the Nong Hoi Hmong community in Mae Rim. Flower gardens, cultivated slopes and outdoor eating areas make it a rewarding outing from Chiang Mai, particularly...
Doi Inthanon Elephant Sanctuary
Hai Ya, Mueang Chiang MaiDoi Inthanon Elephant Sanctuary, also known as Doi Inthanon Elephant Park, offers booked elephant experiences and countryside tours from Chiang Mai. Its programmes combine time learning about and observing elephants...
Elephant Discovery Chiang Mai
Chang Khlan, Mueang Chiang MaiElephant Discovery Chiang Mai offers booked elephant experiences outside the city, with feeding, walking and river activities forming the main advertised programme. The outing combines time with the animals and...
Elephant Dream Valley
Phra Sing, Mueang Chiang MaiElephant Dream Valley offers organised elephant visits in the Mae Wang countryside southwest of Chiang Mai. Its programmes combine time around elephants with a rural setting, and some itineraries add bamboo rafting or...
Elephant Jungle Paradise Park
Mae Win, Mae WangElephant Jungle Paradise Park offers guided elephant visits in the Mae Win countryside of Mae Wang district, south-west of Chiang Mai. The focus is spending time around elephants, learning about their behaviour and...
Elephants at Home
Bo Kaeo, SamoengElephants at Home offers a small-group experience in the Karen village of Maetoh, in the Bo Kaeo area of Samoeng west of Chiang Mai. The visit centres on time with elephants and their carers in a mountain setting, with...
ChangChill
Mae Win, Mae WangChangChill offers elephant visits based on watching the animals in their surroundings rather than riding, bathing with them or feeding them by hand. Formerly associated with Happy Elephant Care Valley, the operation...
Maetaeng Elephant Park
Kuet Chang, Mae TaengMaetaeng Elephant Park is an established elephant attraction in the Mae Taman valley, about 50 kilometres north of Chiang Mai. Its setting beside the Mae Taeng River supports a visit combining elephant activities with a...
Rantong Elephant Centre
Ban Chang, Mae TaengRantong Elephant Centre is a countryside elephant venue in Ban Chang, Mae Taeng, north of Chiang Mai. Its current visitor programmes focus on watching elephants and learning about their care, with food preparation...
Blue Daily Elephant Care
Hai Ya, Mueang Chiang MaiBlue Daily Elephant Care operates elephant excursions into the mountains south-west of Chiang Mai. Its main sanctuary programmes focus on observation, with visitors learning about the animals and their care while...
Tube Trek Water Park is a space-themed water park in Ton Pao, San Kamphaeng, east of Chiang Mai. Its mix of slides, a wave pool, children’s water play and a lazy river makes it a place to spend several hours in...
Monks Trail
Suthep, Mueang Chiang MaiThe Monks Trail is a forest walking route on the lower slopes of Doi Suthep, best known for the climb to Wat Pha Lat. It starts near Chiang Mai University, south of Chiang Mai Zoo, and reaches a working forest temple...
Mae Jo Golf Club
Pa Phai, San SaiMae Jo Golf Club is an 18-hole, par-72 course at Mae Jo Golf Resort & Spa in San Sai, north of Chiang Mai. Its tree-lined fairways, water features and mountain backdrop make it a useful option for visitors who want...
Miracle Cabaret Chiang Mai
Si Phum, Mueang Chiang MaiMiracle Cabaret Chiang Mai presents an evening of colourful costumes, music and choreographed stage entertainment in the Chang Phuak area, north of the Old City. Its cabaret format brings together dance and variety...
Skyline Jungle Luge
Thep Sadet, Doi SaketSkyline Jungle Luge, previously known as Skyline Adventure Chiang Mai, combines forest ziplining with a giant swing and, on selected packages, a downhill luge kart ride. The venue is in Thep Sadet, Doi Saket district...
Tweechol Botanic Garden
Choeng Doi, Doi SaketTweechol Botanic Garden is a landscaped garden in Doi Saket, northeast of Chiang Mai. Animal-shaped topiary, palm collections, ponds and planted display areas make it an appealing place for a leisurely walk or bicycle...
Go Bee Fishing Park
Nong Kwai, Hang DongGo Bee Fishing Park offers freshwater fishing at a stocked lake in Nong Kwai, southwest of Chiang Mai. The experience centres on spending time at the water, choosing a fishing method with the guide and working with fish...
Fang Hot Springs
Mon Pin, FangFang Hot Springs is a geothermal attraction at the headquarters area of Doi Pha Hom Pok National Park, outside Fang in northern Chiang Mai Province. Steam, mineral deposits and very hot natural pools make the landscape...
Chiang Mai National Museum
Chang Phueak, Mueang Chiang MaiChiang Mai National Museum introduces the history and art of northern Thailand through archaeological finds, religious sculpture and displays about the Lanna kingdom. It is a useful companion to the city’s temple...
Museum Of World Insects and Natural Wonders
Suthep, Mueang Chiang MaiThe Museum Of World Insects and Natural Wonders is a small private museum in Chiang Mai’s Nimman area. Its displays combine insect specimens with shells, fossils, rocks and other natural collections, making it a...
Old Chiangmai Cultural Center
Hai Ya, Mueang Chiang MaiOld Chiangmai Cultural Center combines a northern Thai khantoke dinner with Lanna music and dance in Chiang Mai’s Hai Ya area. Small dishes served around a low pedestal tray make the meal part of the cultural...
Elephant Parade Land
San Phi Suea, Mueang Chiang MaiElephant Parade Land is an art and craft attraction in San Phi Suea, north of central Chiang Mai, where colourful elephant sculptures link a museum visit with a working production studio. You can explore the...
Lanna Traditional House Museum
Suthep, Mueang Chiang MaiThe Lanna Traditional House Museum is an outdoor heritage collection run by Chiang Mai University. In a leafy compound beside Canal Road, historic houses and rice granaries show how northern Thai domestic architecture...
Monfai Culture House brings Lanna architecture, clothing and cultural activities together in a traditional wooden setting north of Chiang Mai’s Old City. Its houses and garden spaces provide the backdrop for...
Huai Nam Dang National Park
Kuet Chang, Mae TaengHuai Nam Dang National Park spans a mountain and forest landscape between Chiang Mai and Mae Hong Son. Its best-known visitor experience is the early-morning view from Doi Kiu Lom, where ridges rise above cloud-filled...
Khun Chang Khian
Don Kaeo, Mae RimKhun Chang Khian is a mountain visitor area above Chiang Mai, best known for the pink Himalayan cherry blossom around Chiang Mai University’s highland agricultural research station. Coffee-growing slopes and the...
Mae Klang Waterfall
Ban Luang, Chom ThongMae Klang Waterfall is an early stop on the approach to Doi Inthanon National Park, near Chom Thong southwest of Chiang Mai. Water spreads over a broad rocky face into the stream below, with a short visitor approach...
Araksa Tea Garden
Bang Chang, Mae TaengAraksa Tea Garden is a working tea plantation in Mae Taeng, north of Chiang Mai, where a guided visit follows tea from the growing plant to the finished cup. Picking leaves, seeing traditional processing and tasting...
Bo Kaeo Pine Tree Garden
Bo Luang, HotBo Kaeo Pine Tree Garden is a planted pine landscape at Bo Kaeo Silvicultural Research Station in Hot district, Chiang Mai province. Tall trunks arranged in orderly rows create its distinctive appearance, making it an...
Pha Chor Tourist Point
Yang Khram, Doi LoPha Chor Tourist Point is a group of tall, eroded sediment cliffs in Mae Wang National Park, southwest of Chiang Mai. Often compared with a small canyon, its fluted walls and earth pillars rise above a narrow walking...
Mork Fa Waterfall
Sop Poeng, Mae TaengMork Fa Waterfall, also written Mok Fa or Mok Fah, is a forest waterfall in the northern section of Doi Suthep-Pui National Park. It lies near the Chiang Mai-Pai road in Mae Taeng, with a short woodland approach leading...
Siriphum Waterfall
Ban Luang, Chom ThongSiriphum Waterfall is a pair of narrow falls descending a forested cliff above Khun Klang village in Doi Inthanon National Park. Its most recognisable view is the two pale ribbons of water seen across the valley, rather...
Monthathan Waterfall
Suthep, Mueang Chiang MaiMonthathan Waterfall, also written Mon Tha Than, is a forest waterfall in Doi Suthep-Pui National Park on the mountain west of Chiang Mai. Its lower visitor area offers a relatively short approach to falling water...
What are the top attractions in Chiang Mai?
Popular attractions include Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wat Chedi Luang, Chiang Mai Old City, Doi Inthanon National Park and the city's famous walking streets and night markets.
What is Chiang Mai best known for?
Chiang Mai is best known for its historic temples, Lanna culture, mountain scenery, markets, northern Thai food and easy access to nature and adventure experiences.
What can you do for free in Chiang Mai?
Popular free options include Tha Phae Gate, One Nimman, Sunday Walking Street and several temples and natural attractions, although donation or parking charges may apply at some locations.
How many days do you need in Chiang Mai?
Three to five days gives most visitors enough time to explore the Old City, major temples, markets and at least one or two day trips into the surrounding mountains or countryside.