Join us as we visit Chiang Mai, Thailand in this travel guide exploring 20 things to do in Chiang Mai (เชียงใหม่). Chiang Mai is a city in northern Thailand we've been visiting on and off for nearly half a decade because of its ideal weather, incredible food scene, night markets, street food, nature and nightlife. Whether you're interested in visiting elephants at the Elephant Nature Park or taking a Thai cooking class there is something for everyone here in Chiang Mai (清迈). Our Chiang Mai city guide will help you visit some off-the-beaten path Buddhist temples, taste authentic local Thai foods and ride around the city like a local in a Songthaew. Now let's get started exploring Chiang Mai (清邁), Thailand (ราชอาณาจักรไทย)!
25 Things to do in Chiang Mai City Guide:
1) Wat Srisuphan (Silver Temple in Chiang Mai) - 00:24
2) Wat Chedi Luang (วัดเจดีย์หลวง) Temple of the big royal stupa - 01:19
3) Wat Phra Singh (วัดพระสิงห์วรมหาวิหาร) royal buddhist temple - 02:19
4) Wander around Chiang Mai old city wall and moat - 03:22
5) Chiang Mai Park (Nong Buak Hard Public Park) - 04:09
6) Chiang Mai Gate Food Market - 04:53
7) Thai street food in Chiang Mai - 05:27
8) Chiang Mai Saturday Night Market on Wua Lai Road - 09:09
9) Khao soi (ข้าวซอย) northern Thai dish - 09:26
10) Cooking class in Chiang Mai out in the countryside - 09:51
11) Wat Umong Suan Puthatham underground temple - 10:13
12) Wat Sakithaka Pha Lat temple hidden in the trees - 10:24
13) Wat Chedi Liam of ancient city Wiang Kum Kam - 10:29
14) Elephant Nature Park sanctuary and rescue centre - 10:34
15) International Food Scene in Chiang Mai - 10:51
16) Thai food at Dash restaurant in Chiang Mai - 12:01
17) Chiang Mai at night by Thapae Gate - 13:57
18) Chiang Mai Nightlife - 14:20
19) Drinking Thai beer - 14:29
20) Songthaew local transportation (สองแถว) - 14:54
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Our visit Chiang Mai travel guide documentary covers some of the top attractions including a food guide (best restaurants and street food), top museums, fascinating temples and the city by day and evening when Chiang Mai (เชียงใหม่) comes alive at night. We also cover off-the-beaten-path activities you won't find in a typical Chiang Mai tourism brochure, Chiang Mai city tour or Chiang Mai itinerary.
20 Things to do in Chiang Mai, Thailand Travel Guide Video Transcript:
Today we’re taking you around a city that we’ve been to many times before: Chiang Mai. Located in the heart of Northern Thailand, Chiang Mai is a growing city with laid back vibes, temples sprinkled around every corner, and a foodie scene that will make you drool. This is a destination where you come to unwind and that’s exactly what we did during our month long visit. Now let’s get started with this tour of Chiang Mai (清邁) so you can see what this city is all about:
One of the best things you can do in Chiang Mai is ditch the map and get lost inside the old city. It’s along the quiet back lanes that you’ll find cozy cafes, terracotta gardens, unvisited temples, and a little flavour of the old Chiang Mai.
As you’ve probably figured out, we’re not really into nightlife, but Chiang Mai does have lots of bars where you can enjoy a drink or two. We kept things light with a Chang beer.
And that’s a wrap for our visit to Chiang Mai, Thailand. We hope this video gave you a little taste of what this city is all about. We’ll be the first to tell you that we barely scratched the surface in terms of everything Chiang Mai (清迈) has to offer, but that being said, the goal of our time here was to relax, eat well, see friends, and catch up on work. As always, if you have any other suggestions of things to do, places to visit, and restaurants to eat at, feel free to share those with fellow travellers in the comments below. Until next time!
This is part of our Travel in Thailand video series showcasing Thai food, Thai culture and Thai cuisine.
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@samuelandaudrey6 years agoThanks for watching our guide! We've also created a BANGKOK TRAVEL GUIDE which you can check out here: 14
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@logans38486 years agoThe best movie hands down that displays the amazing and beautiful chiang mai! 3
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@SgtBooker443 years agoI visited chiang mai in 2016. I cant wait to go back. The people are so kind and the food is awesome.
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@mizucakes7 years agoI live in chiang mai for 5 years and i know every place you shown in this video. 1
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@ns36207 years agoI am going to thailand in october, and found this video very insightful. It was really nice to see you two filming lessactivities touching on areas and establishments i haven' t heard of yet during my year of research. Thank you so much for a different look into chiang mai. ...Expand2
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@StevenCampbell19557 years agoWe have visited chiang mai twice. It is our favourite city for the friendly atmosphere, the food and the climate. We scooted up to the mountains after. ...Expand1
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@FroiandGeri7 years agoThis is amazing and very informative! Now, i' m craving for that chocolate pancake with raisins and sticky rice with mango. 3
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@rangsunkonjanatnikorn84227 years agoVery beautiful scene, you taking. Love to see them. 3
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@Posey123456 years agoThis is on my bucket list when we go to asia. 5
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@MyBlackhawk0076 years agoThanks for this video, it' s very informative. I' m going to chiang mai in october for the first time and this video helps a lot. 2
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@jasperjavellana44547 years agoYou guys are the best! Gets me craving for thai food. Cant get enough of sticky rice every time i visit bangkok. But have to plan a trip to chiang mai. Soon! Thanks guys! 1
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@rickirene94247 years agoEr. Wow! Probably the best overall video on yt for showing off cm. Thanks for putting it out. 2
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@corywhittlesey7 years agoGreat advice! Can' t wait to go check it out: hopefully soon! 5
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@keokek56884 years agoI do hope to be there once in my lifetime. 2
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@mandyng87526 years agoThanks for making this video, you two are so helpful. Going there in couple of weeks. 1
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@baryalhibshi81927 years agoThank you for this video. I love chiang mai. 5
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@ChasingaPlate7 years agoSuch a brilliant city. The food scene there is next level. We' ve managed a couple of visits and would love to go back. 7
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@FoodTravelDude7 years agoAmazing videography and narating great information and super cool video guys awwyeha! 8
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@exquisitektc7 years agoInformative vblog. The quality of video is superb! 2
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@sukiparrett7 years agoRoti and kanom krok are the bomb! They are my favorites. Thank you for a great video. I miss home already! 2
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@danieltarbet81497 years agoThailand is beautiful and great vid. 10
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@SmartPhotoVault7 years agoGreat footage and tips. I enjoyed watching. Thanks. 2
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@RakibulIslam-vo7wz2 years agoI went chiang mai earlier. Your presentation and selections of matters are very helpful for foreigners.
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@Perfecthomescnx4 years agoNice video! I love the temples you visited! 3
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@unknowntraveller86337 years agoWat srisuphan is certainly on my agenda as i will be there next month. Looking forward to the visit. 1
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@TheHemingwayWannabe7 years agoBest pictures of c-m delicacies ever! Of course, i cheered when a announced you were going for mangoes and sticky-rice. I can' t believe how much i also, kaow soi: i miss it so much- i think you' ve inspired me to learn how to make it myself. Will check the shelves in chinatown. I' m already cooking a different thai curry almost every day, thanks to you! Tc!. ...Expand2
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@HarrietShearsmith6 years agoThis is a fab video, thanks for sharing! 2
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@sarishmohar93867 years agoVisited chiang mai in july and this is a really good guide for those who wanna go there? Another recommendation would be to head to chiang rai and stay for a night or two. 1
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@jacquelineliza20847 years agoas you can see Wolverine decided to travel around the world after filming "Logan" hahaha This video is very good, the country is beautiful .....Expand3
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@vidhappytrip6697 years agoI love your vid so much good information in chiang mai. Fantastic. 1
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@freedomfunwithjlbfriends71937 years agoGreat coverage guys, lot of work put into this vid. 1
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@kivbraga6 years agoLoved this video! Thank you! I' m going to chiang mai in april and as always your video is so informative and gives us so many cool ideas. My favorite. ...Expand5
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@trishaw1237 years agoThat was an awesome and very thorough guide! I' ve been to chiangmai mai 3 times, but now i feel like i need to go back! Also, very happy that you mentioned . ...Expand
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@AliceBartonTheMowWay7 years agoThis video is so nice and helpful! Going to chiang mai in two weeks only for 3 days and i' m struggling to decide on where to get my airbnb. Not id="hidden11" interested in nightlife, but do want to get do see as much as possible, as well as markets with fresh producee! Yuumm! Thanks for creating great content!. ...Expand
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@psytune6 years agoGreat videos you helped me a lot for my trip.
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@michaelhewlett8877 years agoThanks for the info, we will be there in may. 2
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@Baxterthewaggster7 years agoYes! An updated video of chiangmai! I' m going in january of next year so i' ll be using this as reference. 2
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@carcaridon6 years agoDear canadia! I love you guys. All of you! Serious, love australia. 2
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@Seaza10007 years agoNice travel guide! Very impressive you guys enjoy my hometown. Thumps up.
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@livingwithplants60435 years agoThanks for sharing this video. We are planning a trip to chiang mai next month.
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@jojoco1206 years agoIt' s really helpful to see what these different foods are incase we aren' t able to find someone who speaks english. 1
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@lovegoodss61626 years agoVery nice video. Such a nice athmosphere. 1
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@PatMaxAdventures7 years agoGreat video as always guys! I was in chiang mai for three weeks in 2015 during sangkran. It was the best city to be in for the sangkran festival! I remember. ...Expand2
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@Thirstytraveler417 years agoI really like your video and is very helpful. I have decided to go to chiang mai this summer. One question, how early in the morning is the best time to. ...Expand
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@numesan-aewnua5 years agoThai people are welcome chiang mai is a beautiful city, mountains, nature and culture. 1
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@thelousyllama7 years agoHey guys, i just got back from egypt. Nice place. Did cairo, alexandria, siwa, luxor, aswan, abu simbel. A lot of history. Should check it out. 1
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@PocketTrailblazer7 years agoI' ve actually watched this before but since i' m heading to chiang mai again soon, making a new list so thanks for the awesome tips! 3
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@maiyang35877 years agoBeautiful, do you know what the weather is like in june? Also what kind of video camera did you use? So clear. 1
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@uttamlawati85376 years agoReally good job love it: u both guys rock:
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@martyneary35014 years agoOther suggestions i would add- a trip to the temple at the top of doi suthep and a trip to the chiang dao caves. 2
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@christinamartinez71347 years agoI am so excited i ran across your video! I am going to thailand in november and chaing mai is one of our stops! I want to do it all! Can you list the id="hidden14" restaurants you went to again including the place with the smoothies? Looked so amazing and really want to try it! Thank you!. ...Expand1
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@kareemnishkor97285 years agoGreat video! Im heading to chiangmai in august. Not ideal as its the rainy season. Im only there for 2 days. What one temple would you recommend if you could only do one?
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@tinajarvis14487 years agoWhat is the history of the first temple? Or all of you have time. My son is 19 and i' ve taken him all over the us, a few islands we frequent jamaica. ...Expand3
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@joelponce37477 years agoGreat video like always guys! When you don' t know the local language, how do you get a taxi or order food? 2
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@adventuresfloridatothailan52177 years agoTotally awesome informative video with excellent comments. I am visiting thailand for 3 months mid-jan thru april ' 18. Chiang mai then hua hin, then. ...Expand1
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@katjaxxx73534 years agoChiang my is my second fav city, 1 is nakhon si thammarat. 1
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@jcarlisle88544 years agoThanks for this. What is an average temperature in may? 1
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@allanong76875 years agoWould you guys recommend to book a tour guide? Or do you think i can manage my own using grab? 2
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@charlcornelissen49236 years agoNice video, pitty about the young man wearing crocs. : 8
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@BrokerBasil7 years agoNicely produced video guys - i' m with you on the mango sticky rice (and was very disappointed to realize it was a dessert and not just my healthy daily next time, check out the fruit salad lady at the sompet market also. ...Expand1
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@ov53857 years agoHave you guys visited hua hin? Hua hin is a very nice, artsy, calm place. Again, this video is amazing showcasing about chiang mai. I have not visited cm and would like to in the future. 1
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@alexandreviossat11647 years agoGood video! for thai people the most important temple is " wat doi duthep " dont forget. 1
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@danielclooney62487 years agoReally great video. Do they ask what kind of spice level you want there? I love spices but if it sets your mouth onhandle that. 1
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@Budismo79176 years agoHey thanks nice channel, looks amazing. I have a question maybe you can help me, do you know a nice and cheap hotel near or not too far away to the wat. ...Expand1
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@24mithuna7 years agoI' m thai and banana chocolate roti is my favorite too!
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@melmeldavid7 years agoWe just returned home from chiang mai. Too bad we missed you guys! We loved the dash restaurant too. Also loved the bar, thai 1 on near the oasis rooftop bar. Where are you guys off to next? 1
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@staguar7 years agoI' m heading to thailand in 8 months and trying to plan out my schedule. Would you say that 4 days is enough to experience the must-see parts of chiang mai? 1
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@ilove2golf017 years agoHave you been to patara elephant camp? Going back to chiang mai next month for my fourth trip. 3
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@rachelandnick7 years agoThailand is one of the most popular countries to visit in australia. I' d like to visit there once as it seems to have loads of amazing foods: 6
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@jenniechen71585 years agoGoing to chiangmai tomorrow! It would be the second time to thailand. But i only want to chiangmai when backing to tailand. 1
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@goldrum275 years agoWe are going to chiang mai in january. What is the name of the shake cafe? Is it the data t coffee? You showed signs of the other places to eat but not this one and i think my husband would love it. Thank you. 1
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@julinka.85125 years agoNice video! Any tummy troubles from eating the street food? 3
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@lifewithoutlimits38415 years agoWhat was the name of the place with the peanut butter smoothie? We are in chaing mai next week and want to check that out! 2
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@tjake4907 years agoAre street food purchases taxed in chiang mai or anywhere in thailand for that matter? Also, when eating in a restaurant in thailand do you tip the waiters? I really enjoy your videos. Thanks!
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@bigmanminivan8407 years agoIs it ok for a three yr old and a six month old we have been to thailand 3 times all in the south never in the north but are thinking of spending the month. ...Expand1
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@YogeShuchi7 years agoNice video. I have 2 queries to u regarding chiang mai. 1. What is the very common pure vegetarian food available here. 2. Have u been to also anything else which you missed in the video, please suggest me. thanks in advance. love from india. ...Expand
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@nathapolw7 years agoSwimming rama is an authentic thai dish actually! Normally it doesn' t come with tofu, it may not be ubiquitous but it' s a really good dish - some if you guys return to chiang mai you should really try oh ka jhu restaurant - they grow their own organic vegetables and it has became incredibly popular, you can' t even find something like this in bangkok. ...Expand2
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@katinkiplinkyplonk49336 years agoHow true. Audrey and Samuel, I adore your love for Thailand. It rubs off. Happy trails. Michael
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@danahsutton1017 years agoI stay at baanthai residence in nimmon district 5700 baht a month and a nice lap pool. 1
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@psytune6 years agoYou should put the names of the restaurants and take pictures of the sellers in the markets that you bought from them.
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@janaynmelis52507 years agoAwesome video! My husband and i just got to thailand a month ago and look forward to checking out every location on this list. We have a travel vlog at our channel " skye parsons' 3
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Audrey and Samuel, I adore your love for Thailand. It rubs off.
Happy trails.
Michael