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 temples and shops in this culturally rich 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.
MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center
During your trip to Huay Kaew, you can search for that perfect souvenir at MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center. Take in the lively festivals and mountain views in this culturally rich area.
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 romantic 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.
Things to do
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai's Temples Exploration Day Trip
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai Temples and Golden Triangle Tour
Chiang Mai: White, Red/Black & Blue Temples Tour with Lunch
Chiang Mai: Authentic Cooking Class with Market & Farm Visit
Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park and Pha Dok Siew Trail Trek
Chang Mai: Doi Inthanon Day Tour w/Waterfalls & Hilltribes
Top hotels in Chinatown
Smile Lanna Hotel
Wonderful and caring staff members. Breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Melia Chiang Mai
Hotel MELIA in Chiang Mai is SUPER ! OUTSTANDING establishment, super clean premises and rooms ! Very friendly staff, all speaking very well English and very helpful and thoughtful. I very highly recommend this hotel. The only minus point I would attribute, is that it took some 10 min. Before we ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Aksara Heritage
Breakfast was wonderful with a buffet, as well as special order options. Kate and Dao are outstanding, friendly staff members. From the moment I checked in till leaving the property they were great coaches on things to see and places to go.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Shangri-La Chiang Mai
Staff were friendly and professional. Accommodating to our needs.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Lanna Oriental Hotel
The breakfast choice was good overall, Air con in room was good, the staff were very helpfull and friendly, the room was clean and cleaners were friendly, the pool was good.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Kampaeng Ngam Hotel - Steps to Night Bazaar & Old City
A nice little hotel that's within walking distance to shopping, eateries and such. The room was comfortable and cool. The staff were nice and courteous.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 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 Riverside and Chiang Mai Night Bazaar.
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 Wua Lai Walking Street or Mae Kha Canal Village.
