Chiang Mai Area – Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai is one of northern Thailand’s most distinctive destinations, known for contemporary temple architecture, historic Lanna sites, mountain scenery, tea plantations and the landscapes surrounding the Golden Triangle. The current Chiang Mai Travel Hub inventory includes Wat Rong Khun, Wat Rong Suea Ten, Wat Huay Pla Kang, Baan Dam Museum, Singha Park, Doi Tung, Doi Mae Salong, Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai Night Bazaar and many more attractions across the province.

The city itself is compact and easy to explore, while many of Chiang Rai’s strongest attractions are spread through the surrounding countryside. Visitors can combine temples and museums with tea plantations, waterfalls, mountain viewpoints and day trips toward Chiang Saen, Mae Salong and the borders with Laos and Myanmar.

Explore Chiang Rai

• Famous temples – Visit Wat Rong Khun, Wat Rong Suea Ten, Wat Huay Pla Kang, Wat Phra Kaew and other distinctive religious landmarks.
• Art and culture – Explore Baan Dam Museum, Rai Mae Fah Luang, Oub Kham Museum and galleries showcasing northern Thai and contemporary art.
• Golden Triangle and history – Travel toward Chiang Saen and the Golden Triangle for Mekong River views, historic sites and border-region culture.
• Mountains and tea country – Discover Doi Mae Salong, Doi Tung, Choui Fong Tea Plantation and other scenic highland areas.
• Markets and city attractions – Visit Chiang Rai Night Bazaar, Walking Street, the Clock Tower and central landmarks for food, shopping and evening atmosphere.

Browse the listings below to discover Chiang Rai temples, mountain attractions, cultural sites and things to do across northern Thailand.