Pa Tan 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
You can find out about the history of Sri Phum when you stop by Tha Phae Gate. Discover the lively festivals and temples in this culturally rich area.
Nimman Road
During your trip to Huay Kaew, you can do some window-shopping at Nimman Road. While in this trendy area, you can savour the cafes and bars.
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.
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's Temples Exploration Day Trip
Chang Mai: Doi Inthanon Day Tour w/Waterfalls & Hilltribes
From Chiang Mai: Doi Saket Hiking Tour with Lunch
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai Temples and Golden Triangle Tour
Chiang Mai: White, Black & Blue Temples Day Tour with Lunch
Chiang Mai: Long Neck Village & Chiang Rai’s Iconic Temples
Top hotels in Pa Tan
Melia Chiang Mai
Excellent. Friendly without being too obsequious. Clean, modern, well curated and decorated. Near night market and other must see sites. I hesitated writing this review as I don’t want too many people finding out and ruining it.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Darley Hotel Chiangmai
Everything was excellent would absolutely stay again!
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Centara Riverside Hotel Chiang Mai
Everything
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Chiang Mai
Clean room, little dated though. Staff were excellent especially Ni at reception.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel
Very clean hotel, great service. Near the center of the town, next to Night Bazaar and Street Food.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
U Nimman Chiang Mai
Hotel and room were excellent. The location of the hotel was brilliant. All the staff were ao lovely. Would definitely go back
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pa Tan
Chumchon Fa Ham
Sacred temples interesting history and top sights from Mae Ping River to Mae Kha Canal – discover Chumchon Fa Ham, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Chang Phueak
Unique features of Chang Phueak include the shopping and cafes. Make a stop by Wat Chet Yot or MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center 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.
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.
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.
