Chiang Mai International Airport 35 min
Wat Chedi Luang (43 min)
Temple complex with a partially crumbled 15th-century chedi & a pillar believed to protect the city. Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden (47 min)
Opened in 1992, this botanical garden features landscaped grounds, rare Thai plants & greenhouses. Doi Suthep (1 hr 18)
5,499-foot mountain featuring trails through evergreen forests & a picturesque, hilltop temple. Chiang Mai Night Bazaar (46 min)
Bustling night market featuring street-food vendors, local crafts, souvenirs & live music. Wat Phrathat Doi Kham (28 min)
Temple atop a forested mountain featuring ornate gold carvings & a 17-m. sitting Buddha statue. Chiang Mai Night Safari Message (23 min)
Large zoo with many animal species, day & evening tram safari rides, kids' activities & shows. Wat Chiang Man (44 min)
13th-century temple with a gold chedi offering ancient Buddha & elephant statues on scenic grounds. Bhubing Palace (1 hr 11)
Elegant royal residence on stilts with a notable rose garden, open to the public most of the year. Chiang Mai Zoo (44 min)
Sizable zoo & aquarium with a snow dome, food court, panda exhibit & kids’ water park. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Ratchaworawihan (1 hr 3)
In addition to its gold stupa, pagodas & museum, this mountainside temple offers broad city views. Tha Phae Gate (43 min)
Known as a site for many community events, this preserved city gate dates back to ancient times. Doi Suthep–Pui National Park (1 hr 3)
Forested national park featuring a Buddhist temple, Bhubing Palace, wildlife, waterfalls & more. Wat Suan Dok (40 min)
Buddhist temple in tranquil surrounds with a golden dome, ornate interior & historic mausoleum. Wat Umong the Buddharma Garden (36 min)
Historic Buddhist temple complex with woods, a small lake, ancient tunnels & practicing monks. Wat Phra Singh (Gold Temple) (41 min)
14th-century Buddhist temple boasting gold & copper Buddhas, murals & ancient manuscripts. | 
