Popular Activities in Chiang Mai
Doi Suthep Temple & City Tour
Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Experience
Doi Inthanon National Park Full-Day
Zipline & Jungle Adventure
Chiang Mai Thai Cooking Class
Things To Do In Chiang Mai
Temples, mountains, elephant sanctuaries and tasty northern cuisine—pick your favorite Chiang Mai experiences below.
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Doi Suthep Temple
Golden chedi, city panoramas and Hmong village nearby—must-see landmark.
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Ethical Elephant Sanctuary
Prepare food, walk and bathe rescued elephants—no riding, small groups.
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Doi Inthanon National Park
Thailand’s highest peak, twin pagodas, waterfalls and nature trails.
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Old City Highlights
Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh and charming moatside lanes & cafés.
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Night Bazaar & Sunday Market
Street food, handicrafts and live music along Tha Phae & Ratchadamnoen.
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Zipline & Adventure
Fly through rainforest canopies; add ATV/white-water rafting combos.
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Thai Cooking Class
Shop local markets, pick garden herbs and cook northern Thai favorites.
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Sticky Waterfall (Bua Tong)
Climb grippy limestone cascades, picnic spots and forest boardwalks.
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Craft & Coffee Trail
Handicraft villages, local roasteries and photogenic cafés around town.
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Chiang Rai & White Temple
Full-day trip to Wat Rong Khun, Blue/Black Temples and hot spring stop.
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Mae Kampong Village
Misty mountain hamlet, coffee shops, short hikes and viewpoints.
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Chiang Mai Night Safari
Evening tram ride among wildlife, fountain show and family-friendly zones.