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 Inthanon Park and Pha Dok Siew Trail Trek
From Chiang Mai: Doi Saket Hiking Tour with Lunch
Chiang Mai: White, Black & Blue Temples Day Tour with Lunch
Chiang Mai - Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike
Chiang Mai: Authentic Muay Thai Boxing at Thapae Stadium
Our pick of the best Old City Hotel Deals
The Experience Walking Street Chiang Mai
Staff was excellent!!! Very helpful, friendly, and kind. Seems to be a great location for excursions! Would recommend!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
iThaphae Hotel
The room was clean, quite, and very comfortable. The wifi worked great, and the rain shower was very relaxing. The breakfast had tasty choices which were all good. The coffee was brewed fresh with several options according to your preference. We liked it so much that we cancelled our upcoming stay ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
T Heritage Hotel
The room was very clean and I appreciated the welcome gift.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Cheeva Dee Hotel
So clean, so quiet, so lovely. The most comfortable bed ever. Everyone very nice. The breakfast, especially the fruit, was amazing.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Singharaj Boutique Hotel
Good solid value in the old city. Clean room, friendly staff, central location.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Wangburapa Grand Hotel
I showed up a day early not knowing what day it was. The desk clerk took care of it and I was able to smoothly check in.
Reviewed on 10 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 Wat Chiang Man or Chang Puak Gate.
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 Warorot Market and Mae Ping River.
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.
