Chiang Mai International Airport 35 min
Wat Chiang Man (29 min) 13th-century temple with a gold chedi offering ancient Buddha & elephant statues on scenic grounds. Doi Suthep (1 hr 2) 5,499-foot mountain featuring trails through evergreen forests & a picturesque, hilltop temple. Doi Suthep–Pui National Park (46 min) Forested national park featuring a Buddhist temple, Bhubing Palace, wildlife, waterfalls & more. Mon Jam (34 min) Mountaintop farming community with panoramic views, accommodations, shops & on-site meals. Tiger Kingdom (4 min) Tiger center where visitors can interact with young & adult cats in trainer-supervised enclosures. Bhubing Palace (55 min) Elegant royal residence on stilts with a notable rose garden, open to the public most of the year. Wat Phra Singh (Gold Temple) (31 min) 14th-century Buddhist temple boasting gold & copper Buddhas, murals & ancient manuscripts. Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden (18 min) Opened in 1992, this botanical garden features landscaped grounds, rare Thai plants & greenhouses. Tha Phae Gate (29 min) Known as a site for many community events, this preserved city gate dates back to ancient times. Chiang Mai Night Bazaar (32 min) Bustling night market featuring street-food vendors, local crafts, souvenirs & live music. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Ratchaworawihan (47 min) In addition to its gold stupa, pagodas & museum, this mountainside temple offers broad city views. Wat Suan Dok (30 min) Buddhist temple in tranquil surrounds with a golden dome, ornate interior & historic mausoleum. Mae Sa Elephant Camp (15 min) Attraction offering elephant shows, elephant painting & experiences such as bathing & riding. Chiang Mai Zoo (27 min) Sizable zoo & aquarium with a snow dome, food court, panda exhibit & kids’ water park. Wat Chedi Luang (30 min) Temple complex with a partially crumbled 15th-century chedi & a pillar believed to protect the city. |