Chinatown Travel Guide
Chiang Mai
Popular places to visit
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
Enjoy the lively ambiance among the lights, music and enticing aromas of this iconic night market specializing in portrait paintings.
Tha Phae Gate
Tha Phae Gate is just one of the places to see in Sri Phum, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
See the pagodas, bells and museum of this fascinating and ornate Buddhist complex, the holiest shrine in northern Thailand, in a mountainous national park.
Central Chiangmai
During your visit to Chiang Mai, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Central Chiangmai. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.
Chiang Mai University
Explore the campus of Chiang Mai University during your trip to Su Thep. 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.
Things to do
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai Temples and Golden Triangle Tour
Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park and Pha Dok Siew Trail Trek
From Chiang Mai: Doi Saket Hiking Tour with Lunch
Chiang Mai: Authentic Cooking Class with Market & Farm Visit
Chang Mai: Doi Inthanon Day Tour w/Waterfalls & Hilltribes
Chiang Mai: White, Red/Black & Blue Temples Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Chinatown
Centara Riverside Hotel Chiang Mai
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Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Melia Chiang Mai
My wife and I had a wonderful stay at Melia Chiang Mai over Chinese New Year, and it exceeded our expectations. The hotel arranged a seamless airport pickup, which was a great start to our trip. The staff were absolutely fantastic—friendly, attentive, and always ready to help. They even assisted ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Darley Hotel Chiangmai
Good location and clean room
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Shangri-La Chiang Mai
Hotel rooms are old and dirty, could use a renovation. Large stains on hallway carpets. Otherwise the service and food quality was fine.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
The Empress Hotel Chiang Mai
The best resort by far
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
The Experience Walking Street Chiang Mai
To list the positives: - Location is great - Most of the Staff were very friendly To list the negatives: - There was blood on the bed sheets when we arrived. The guy asked my wife “are you sure it wasn’t you?”. He followed up by sending someone to change the sheet, but that’s not how a 4 star hotel ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
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.
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 Mae Ping River.
Wat Ket
Wat Ket is popular for its stunning river views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Mae Ping River or Riverside.
Old City
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Sunday Walking Street Market to Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Center – discover Old City, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Chang Khlan
A noteworthy feature of Chang Khlan is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Elephant Parade House and Riverside.
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 Wua Lai Walking Street.
