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 temples 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.
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.
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 shops in this culturally rich area.
Buak Haad Park
Explore the great outdoors at Buak Haad Park, a lovely green space in Chiang Mai. Discover the lively festivals and temples in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Chiang Mai: Authentic Cooking Class with Market & Farm Visit
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai's Temples Exploration Day Trip
Chiang Mai: White, Black & Blue Temples Day Tour with Lunch
Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon, Waterfalls, & Tribal Villages Tour
Chiang Mai Temples and Market Tuk-Tuk Evening Night Tour
Chiang Rai Temples Day Trip from Chiang Mai
Top hotels in Old City
The Experience Walking Street Chiang Mai
I really enjoyed this hotel. The staff and location were great. Only removing one star because I found the breakfast to be a bit lackluster and the bed was very hard but those are my only complaints and I would definitely stay here again despite my gripe about the bed.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
iThaphae Hotel
Amazing breakfast buffet with kind staff
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
T Heritage Hotel
Room very clean staff were great
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Jomkitti Boutique Hotel
Lovely little hotel in a good location. Breakfast was fine. Air conditioning works well. Front desk staff are helpful.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Singharaj Boutique Hotel
We stayed here in November 2025 and absolutely loved it. The location was great, and there were restaurants, shopping and attractions all within walking distance. After some of our other hotels in Thailand the rooms felt very luxurious to us, especially for this hotel's price point (we are not fussy ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Thapae Loft
Simplement excellent Gens gentils et très courtois Très bons conseils
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old City
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 Wat Chiang Man or Mae Ping River.
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.
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.
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 Warorot Market and Mae Ping River.
Hai Ya
Hai Ya is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center and Saturday Walking Street Night Market.
