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Chiang Mai
Thailand
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Why visit Chiang Mai
The former seat of the Lanna kingdom is a blissfully calm place to relax and recharge your batteries – in a city still firmly Thai in its atmosphere and attitude.
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Top places to visit in Chiang Mai
Discover the best attractions in Chiang Mai from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
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Attraction in Chiang MaiWat Phra That Doi Suthep -
Attraction in Chiang MaiWat Chedi Luang -
Attraction in Chiang MaiWat Phra Singh -
Attraction in Chiang MaiTalat Warorot -
Attraction in Chiang MaiWat Phan Tao -
Attraction in Chiang MaiLanna Folklife Museum -
Attraction in Chiang MaiWat Pha Lat -
Attraction in Chiang MaiDoi Suthep-Pui National Park
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Chiang Mai travel tips from Lonely Planet experts
Find practical guidance from our team of contributors around the world who bring their decades of first-hand travel experience to your next trip.
Best Things to Do
You can visit fascinating temples, taste delicious cuisine and even climb a sticky waterfall. Here are the top things to do in Chiang Mai.
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Best Time to Visit
With rainy and smoky seasons, it can be tricky to choose the right time to visit Chiang Mai. Here are our tips.
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Things to Know
Plan your trip to Thailand’s northern city of Chiang Mai with these tips on eating, shopping and health and safety.
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Transportation
From tuk-tuk (autorickshaws) and rót daang to walking and buses, it's easy to get around Chiang Mai. Here's how to do it.
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Best Neighborhoods
Read on to discover the best of Chiang Mai, neighborhood by neighborhood.
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Day Trips
The region around the northern Thai city of Chiang Mai is ripe for exploration. These five day trips will show you the best of the area.
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Money and Costs
Find out how to make your bhat stretch further with these budget travel tips for Chiang Mai, Thailand's “Capital in the North.”
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Traveling with Kids
From elephant encounters to theme parks in the jungle, here are the best family experiences in and around Chiang Mai, Thailand.
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