Old City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 shops 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 shops and temples in this quaint area.
Activities
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai's Temples Exploration Day Trip
Chiang Mai - Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike
Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park and Pha Dok Siew Trail Trek
Chiang Mai: Bua Tong Sticky Waterfall, Huge Cave,Thai Buffet
From Chiang Mai: Doi Saket Hiking Tour with Lunch
Chiang Mai: White, Black & Blue Temples Day Tour with Lunch
Our pick of the best Old City Hotel Deals
The Experience Walking Street Chiang Mai
Loved that it was super convenient and in walking distance of most things you may want/need (coffee shop, restaurants, laundry mat was only a 7-8mins walk away, etc). It was also right where the Sunday night market is! Hotel accommodations was nice and clean. Friendly staff. We never ate at their ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
iThaphae Hotel
Great location, very friendly and helpful staff and the room was clean, spacious and comfortable.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Singharaj Boutique Hotel
Rated 5 so review goes to top. Actually it’s a hard 2!! There’s no ELEVATOR!!!!! So when we checked in we got no help. If you’re old like us or overweight DON’T stay here.other than that they’re short staff. This doesn’t help since it’s high season. Room cleaned once during our 4 day stay. I pulled ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 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
Cheeva Dee Hotel
Really liked this small hotel in Chiang Mai. Excellent base in the old town for sightseeing and day trips. Would happily stay here again if we return to Chiang Mai.
Reviewed on 29 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
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.
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.
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.
