Old City
Chiang Mai
Popular places to visit
Tha Phae Gate
You can find out about the history of Sri Phum when you stop by Tha Phae Gate. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this culturally rich area.
Wat Phra Singh
Have coffee near a pavilion and marvel at the intricate and baroque features of one of Chiang Mai’s most important temples.
Wat Chedi Luang
Learn the intriguing history behind this iconic temple that holds some of the most important artifacts in the Buddhist religion.
Three Kings Monument
You can find out about the history of Sri Phum with a stop at Three Kings Monument. Discover the lively festivals and temples in this culturally rich area.
Wat Chiang Man
Intriguing and well-preserved images and sculptures from a former empire, including the important Crystal Buddha, decorate the oldest temple in the city.
Chang Puak Gate
Find out about the history of Sri Phum when you spend time at Chang Puak Gate. Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai's Temples Exploration Day Trip
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai Temples and Golden Triangle Tour
Chiang Mai: White, Black & Blue Temples Day Tour with Lunch
Chiang Mai - Doi Inthanon Full day Tour
Chiang Mai - Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike
Chiang Mai Temples and Market Tuk-Tuk Evening Night Tour
Top hotels in Old City
iThaphae Hotel
The atmosphere was very good, the staff very kindly and the breakfast very delicious, it was also very lean
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
The Experience Walking Street Chiang Mai
Great room and very friendly and helpful staff! The location is excellent and very convenient.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Lanna Oriental Hotel
Room was excellent. Majority of staff struggle with English even though it is a major tourist area ( I know I don't speak Thai, but in tourism English is required as the more universal language). To be told to come back at 8pm (at 2pm) when the 1 person with a grasp of English would be available ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Singharaj Boutique Hotel
We stayed at this hotel as part of a multi stay trip. It was in a decent location close to one of the many temples within the old city walled area. Close to bars, restaurants and 7 Eleven. Easy to walk to the Sunday night market. Helpful staff. Clean rooms, decent aircon, bathroom facilities were ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Cheeva Dee Hotel
Room was beautiful, spacious and very clean. Staff were friendly and attentive and free breakfast options were terrific. Well located in Old Town - highly recommend!
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
T Heritage Hotel
Beautiful spacious and well equipped room with everything I could ask for. Good location. Very nice staff. Great breakfast with a large variety.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old City
Thapae
Historical sites, shopping and coffee shops are just a few things travellers enjoy about Thapae. Check out Riverside or Wat Mahawan while you're exploring the area.
Ban Wiphawadi
Check out the shopping, historical sites and mountain views while spending some time in Ban Wiphawadi. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Chiang Mai Night Bazaar or Wat Chiang Man.
Wua Lai
Wua Lai is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Saturday Walking Street Night Market or Mae Kha Canal Village.
Chang Moi
Unique features of Chang Moi include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Mae Ping River or Warorot Market while you're exploring the area.
Prime Horizon
The shopping, historical sites and mountain views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Prime Horizon. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Chiang Mai Night Bazaar or Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center.
Chinatown
While Chinatown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chiang Mai Night Bazaar and Warorot Market.
