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Popular Best Things to Do in Chiang Mai - 2024

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Updated Apr 2024
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    4.6/5
    2992 Review
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    "We went to the latest tiger animal show. I think it is generally a bit of a play about tigers. Some herbivores and predators will overlap a bit and the road is very bumpy. A little butt pain hahaha. Overall, it’s okay but won’t come again."
    Nong Kwai
    9.4km from downtown
    Highlights: Thailand's first night zoo, where rare nocturnal animals can be observed at dusk or night.Open all day, you can take the enclosed tram to get up close and personal with wild animals.There are many colorful entertainment activities, such as feeding the cute giraffes with your own hands, breastfeeding baby tigers, and enjoying Thailand's most spectacular musical fountain and zoo dancing performances.△ Take the tram to visit the park and have the opportunity to feed small animals△Have the opportunity to meet the King of the Forest△Dance performance
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    "The ancient city of Chiang Mai is the site of the royal palace of the Lannatai Dynasty. It is in a quadrangle style, still retaining the city wall and moat. There are many relics in the city and many places of interest. Streets, traditional temples, special hotels, exquisite shops, etc., everything is worth savoring. The area is small, walking and bicycle are the best way to visit. Every time the water splash festival, it becomes the main battlefield for locals."
    Chiang Mai.Chiang Mai Ancient City
    804m from downtown
    Highlights: The Ancient City of Chiang Mai was built in 1296 and is square-shaped. Its city wall is about 1.5 kilometers long each. Part of the original walls and a moat are preserved. The Ancient City of Chiang Mai is an important part of Thai cultural heritage and also a fascinating place. There are many ruins in the Ancient City of Chiang Mai. Traditional Thai temples and pagodas are its features, and most can be visited for free. The Ancient City is also full of life. It is home to different hotels, B&Bs, restaurants, and cafes. There are also lively markets on the weekends, so you get a glimpse into the daily lives of people in Chiang Mai.
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    "Pros1. Free parking but on the road side2. Entry ticket is about 40-50 THB3. The temple complex is big4. The older temple is similar to those in Ayutthaya. It might be as high as a 10 story building.5. There is a man only temple. The temple is quite intricate with details.6. Clean toilets7. Located inside the old city in Chiang Mai.Considerations1. Please wear full length clothes2. Might visit in the evening to avoid the Sun. Also have dinner at any nearby restaurant, there are several."
    Chiang Mai.Chiang Mai Ancient City
    694m from downtown
    Highlights: The Wat Chedi Luang, also known as Chedi Dragon Temple, is a particularly famous temple in the city of Chiang Mai. It is located in the heart of the ancient city of Chiang Mai. This square shaped Lanna style sacred stupa was built in 1411 and is nearly 80 meters high. A major earthquake once happened in Chiang Mai, and the spire of the stupa collapsed overnight. After the rebuilding of the stupa, the apex could not be completed because no one knew its original appearance. The stupa has four sides, only one side has steps, and the other three sides have been restored into slopes. The stupa is engraved with exquisite guardian spirit snakes on all sides, and there are six elephant sculptures on the tower. The building is magnificent. But the atmosphere is very natural and leisurely.
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    "Tha Phae Gate, if visiting Chiang Mai Stop by to take beautiful photos. There are many angles. Located in the old city. Not far from the airport. And can feed the birds as well"
    Chiang Mai.Chiang Mai Ancient City
    14m from downtown
    Highlights: Part of the eastern wall, Tha Phae Gate is a highly intact city gate. Originally, the ancient city of Chiang Mai was surrounded by a wall about 2 meters high enclosed in red brick walls. Later, most of the buildings disappeared over the years. The surviving Tha Phae Gate became a very well-known attraction in Chiang Mai and a landmark. The red wall and blue sky are beautiful in the morning or at dusk when few people are around. Photographers from all over the world have come here to capture the beautiful scene of the city gate from different angles. On Sunday, the market stalls start here. When the market is closed, tourists and locals feed the pigeons in the square in front of the Tha Phae Gate. The environment is very comforting.
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    "A lot of people there but it’s worth for the great view about the whole city and area around Chiang Mai. Quite a few steps to climb up and a good car is recommended for the way up the mountain."
    Chiang Mai.Doi Suthep Area
    7.8km from downtown
    Highlights: Located on Doi Suthep, Wat Phra That is a famous Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai that was built in 1383. According to the legend, King Nu Naone of Lan Na placed a bone from the Buddha on a white elephant and released it into the jungle. The elephant is said to have climbed Doi Suthep, trumpeted 3 times, and then died, so the king ordered that a temple be built at the site. The 309 steps in front of the temple are guarded by two dragon sculptures, giving the temple its name. You can ascend the steps to the main hall, in whose center a golden stupa honoring the Shakyamuni Buddha is placed. After the tour, you can go to the observation deck behind the main hall to overlook the entire city of Chiang Mai.
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FAQ

What are some Best Things to Do in Chiang Mai?
Some Best Things to Do in Chiang Mai include:Chiang Mai Night Safari|Old City|Wat Chedi Luang|Tha Phae Gate|Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Chiang Mai?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Chiang Mai include:Chiang Mai Night Safari:4.6|Old City:4.7|Wat Chedi Luang:4.8|Tha Phae Gate:4.5|Wat Phra That Doi Suthep:4.7
At what locations in Chiang Mai can Best Things to Do in Chiang Mai be found?
The Best Things to Do in Chiang Mai are mainly located in:Chiang Mai Night Safari:Nong Kwai|Old City:Chiang Mai|Wat Chedi Luang:Chiang Mai|Tha Phae Gate:Chiang Mai|Wat Phra That Doi Suthep:Chiang Mai