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.
- Attraction in Chiang MaiDoi Suthep
- Attraction in Chiang MaiTalat Warorot
- Attraction in Chiang MaiChiang Mai Night Safari
- Attraction in Chiang MaiDoi Suthep-Pui National Park
- Attraction in Chiang MaiMAIIAM Contemporary Art Museum
- Attraction in Chiang MaiRoyal Park Rajapruek
- Attraction in Chiang MaiWat Chedi Luang
- Attraction in Chiang MaiWat Chiang Man
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Chiang Mai travel tips from Lonely Planet experts
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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
Pick the best time for your visit to Chiang Mai with this seasonal guide.
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Things to Know
Plan the perfect trip to Thailand’s second city with these top tips on accommodation, eating, transport, the weather, etiquette and safety in Chiang Mai.
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Transportation
From tuk tuk 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 rainforest-covered mountains around Chiang Mai promise some of Thailand's most enjoyable adventures. Try these top day trips from Chiang Mai.
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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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