As somebody who calls Chiang Mai dwelling, I understand how magical this place could be whenever you hit the suitable spots. For those who’ve solely acquired two days right here, don’t fear. I’ve packed in temples, views, road meals, and native tradition to present you an unforgettable style of northern Thailand.
Day 1: Outdated City Vibes & Doi Suthep Sundown
08:00 – Begin with Khao Soi Breakfast
Head to Khao Soi Mae Sai or Khao Soi Khun Yai and kick issues off with Chiang Mai’s signature dish. Northern Thai curry noodles to gasoline your day.
09:00 – Outdated City Temple Stroll
Wander by way of Wat Phra Singh, Wat Chedi Luang, and Wat Phan Tao. All strolling distance, all lovely.
11:30 – Espresso Break in Nimman
Seize a experience or scoot over to Nimmanhaemin Street. Pop into Ristr8to or Graph One Nimman for some world-class espresso.
13:00 – Native Lunch
Eat at Tong Tem Toh – Northern Thai meals, at all times buzzing.
15:00 – Doi Suthep & Sundown
Scooter or rent a experience to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. Climb the naga staircase, take in the views, and catch golden hour over Chiang Mai.
18:30 – Dinner & Drinks within the Outdated City
Head to Sprint! Restaurant and Bar or Ginger & Kafe. Chill rooftop drink at The Roof or stay music at Zoe in Yellow in the event you’re up for it.
Day 2: Nature, Markets & Evening Bites
07:00 – Monk Providing & Morning Stroll
Catch the early morning monk alms on Tha Phae Street, then take a peaceable stroll alongside the outdated metropolis moat.
08:30 – Breakfast at Fern Forest Café
Lovely backyard setting, nice espresso, and hearty breakfast.
10:00 – Elephant Sanctuary or Sticky Waterfall
Decide one relying in your vibe:
- Elephant Nature Park (e book forward)
- Or head to Bua Tong Sticky Waterfall (hire a scooter or non-public driver)
15:00 – Therapeutic massage & Chill out
Return to city for a Thai therapeutic massage at Fah Lanna Spa or Lila Thai Therapeutic massage (moral, helps ex-inmates).
17:00 – Discover Chiang Mai Gate Market
Pre-dinner snacks? Sure please. Attempt fried banana, grilled meat skewers, and contemporary fruit.
18:30 – Evening Bazaar or Sunday Evening Market
- Saturday: Go to the Wua Lai Strolling Road
- Sunday: The enduring Sunday Evening Market on Ratchadamnoen Rd
- Some other night time: Take a look at the Evening Bazaar close to Anusarn Market
20:00 – Road Meals Dinner
Decide from dozens of stalls: pad Thai, mango sticky rice, and even deep-fried bugs in the event you’re feeling courageous.
Closing Ideas
Chiang Mai is a type of cities that balances soul, spice, and serenity. With simply 48 hours, you possibly can nonetheless scratch the floor of every little thing that makes it particular. Hire a scooter (I like to recommend CityGlide), keep central, eat every little thing, and don’t rush.
See you on the highway,
Johnny Ward
Chiang Mai native, journey blogger, everlasting wanderer
