Thapae Travel Guide
Chiang Mai
Popular places to visit
Wat Mahawan
You can learn about the history of Chiang Mai when you stop by Wat Mahawan. Discover the lively festivals and temples in this quaint area.
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 shops 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.
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 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
Chang Mai: Doi Inthanon Day Tour w/Waterfalls & Hilltribes
From Chiang Mai: Doi Saket Hiking Tour with Lunch
Chiang Mai: Long Neck Village & Chiang Rai’s Iconic Temples
Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park and Pha Dok Siew Trail Trek
Chiang Mai: White, Black & Blue Temples Day Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Thapae
The Signature Hotel Thapae
Great service, location and clean. Enjoyed my stay at Signature Hotel!
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Ban Chang Tong Hotel
Staff were amazing, helpful and kind. Nothing was too much trouble. Hotel very clean.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Kate and Hasu Boutique Chiangmai
Lovely staff, cute room, nice outdoor space
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Centara Riverside Hotel Chiang Mai
Clean. Very kind people.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Melia Chiang Mai
Everything
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Shangri-La Chiang Mai
Todo staf é muito dedicado e super atenciosos.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Thapae
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.
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 Chiang Mai Night Bazaar or Wat Chiang Man.
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.
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.
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.