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Chiang Mai Thailand

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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Chiang Mai is one of Thailand’s most fascinating cities, and exploring is easy too, including on the wallet. Here’s how to get around.
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Free Things to Do
Chiang Mai is famously budget-friendly, and there are plenty of things to see and do that won’t cost a single baht. Here’s where to start.
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Destination Practicalities

How to get around Chiang Mai (and see the best of the city)

Nov 2, 2022 • 8 Min read

Chiang Mai is one of Thailand’s most fascinating cities, and exploring is easy too, including on the wallet. Here’s how to get around.

Activities
12 of the best free things to do in Chiang Mai
Nov 1, 2022 • 9 Min read
Chiang Mai is famously budget-friendly, and there are plenty of things to see and do that won’t cost a single baht. Here’s where to start.
Photography
The 5 best day trips from Chiang Mai
Sep 18, 2022 • 7 Min read
From lakeside pampering in Huay Teung Tao to hilltop hiking around Doi Inthanon, here are five of the best day trips from Chiang Mai.
Activities
The best things to do in Chiang Mai from night bazaars and nature walks to fiery food
Sep 18, 2022 • 6 Min read
Discover bustling night markets, glimmering temples, fabulous flavors, superb cafés, and the many other fun things to do in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
History
How to travel responsibly in Chiang Mai
Apr 2, 2020 • 6 Min read
From elephant interactions to temple etiquette, here's how to travel responsibly in Chiang Mai.
Coffee
This greenery-filled cafe in Chiang Mai has its own private forest
Jan 21, 2020 • 2 Min read
This peaceful cafe in Thailand is nestled within its own private forest in Chiang Mai, providing customers with serene surroundings in which to enjoy a…
Family Travel
What to do with kids in Chiang Mai
Oct 29, 2019 • 4 Min read
Children and Chiang Mai: a match made in heaven. From playgrounds to yoga classes, here are some of the best activities for kids to enjoy in the city.
Photography
Tourists are paying for the services of 'pigeon spookers' in Thailand
Oct 16, 2019 • 2 Min read
Tourists flocking to Tha Pae Gate, a medieval wall in Chiang Mai, Thailand have been paying 'pigeon spookers' to help them get the perfect Instagram shot.
Sustainable Travel
7 soul-satisfying vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Chiang Mai
Sep 27, 2019 • 5 Min read
Thai cuisine is a feast for the stomach and senses. Vegetarian and vegan Chiang Mai visitors can expect superfood smoothies, meat-free fast food and more
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How to spend a perfect weekend in Chiang Mai
Sep 18, 2019 • 6 Min read
Filled with monks, markets, massages and meals on repeat, here’s our guide for how to spend a perfect weekend in Chiang Mai.