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 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 temples 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 temples and shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai's Temples Exploration Day Trip
From Chiang Mai: Doi Saket Hiking Tour with Lunch
Chiang mai Hike & Downhill Bike Adventure –Suthep National Park
Chiang Mai: Bua Tong Sticky Waterfall, Huge Cave,Thai Buffet
Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park and Pha Dok Siew Trail Trek
Chiang Mai: White, Black & Blue Temples Day Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Old City
iThaphae Hotel
The room was very comfortable and always clean. The staff were always amazing! Breakfast in the morning was always delicious! Free water and coffee all day was great. Would definitely stay here again. Location was very convenient!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
The Experience Walking Street Chiang Mai
Great property.. very spacious rooms. Hotel location is great, in the middle of old town with the sunday street market held right outside the hotel. Staff is very courteous and friendly. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 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
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
De Charme Hotel
This was a great hotel. We loved staying here. The staff and amenities were what we needed on our trip.
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025
Cheeva Dee Hotel
Excellent little boutique hotel, was super nice people very clean and charming and well appointed. Perfect.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 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.
