Thapae Travel Guide
Chiang Mai
Popular places to visit
Wat Mahawan
You can learn about the history of Chiang Mai when you stop by Wat Mahawan. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this culturally rich area.
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
Enjoy the lively ambiance among the lights, music and enticing aromas of this iconic night market specializing in portrait paintings.
Tha Phae Gate
You can find out about the history of Sri Phum when you stop by Tha Phae Gate. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this culturally rich area.
Nimman Road
During your trip to Su Thep, you can do some window-shopping at Nimman Road. While in this trendy area, you can savour the cafes and bars.
Chiang Mai University
Explore the campus of Chiang Mai University during your trip to Su Thep. Discover the lively festivals and temples in this culturally rich area.
Wat Phra Singh
Have coffee near a pavilion and marvel at the intricate and baroque features of one of Chiang Mai’s most important temples.
Things to do
Chiang Rai Temples Day Trip from Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai: White, Black & Blue Temples Day Tour with Lunch
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai's Temples Exploration Day Trip
Chiang Mai: Long Neck Village & Chiang Rai’s Iconic Temples
Top hotels in Thapae
De Chai Colonial Hotel & Spa
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025
De Chai the Deco Chiang Mai
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025
Shangri-La Chiang Mai
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Melia Chiang Mai
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
U Nimman Chiang Mai
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Stay with Nimman Chiang Mai
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Thapae
Chinatown
While Chinatown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chiang Mai Night Bazaar and Warorot Market.
Chang Moi
Unique features of Chang Moi include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Mae Ping River or Warorot Market while you're exploring the area.
Ban Wiphawadi
Check out the shopping, historical sites and mountain views while spending some time in Ban Wiphawadi. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Chiang Mai Night Bazaar or Wat Chiang Man.
Old City
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Sunday Walking Street Market to Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Center – discover Old City, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Wua Lai
Wua Lai is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Saturday Walking Street Night Market or Mae Kha Canal Village.
Hai Ya
Hai Ya is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center and Saturday Walking Street Night Market.
Thapae Travel Guide
- Wat Mahawan
- Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
- Tha Phae Gate
- Maejo University
- Central Festival Chiangmai
- Chiang Mai University
- Wat Phra Singh
- Mon Chaem
- MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center
- Central Chiang Mai Airport
- Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
- Warorot Market
- Sunday Walking Street Market
- Chiang Mai Rajabhat University
- Chiang Mai Zoo
- Doi Suthep-Pui National Park
- Wat Chedi Luang
- Chiang Mai Night Safari
- Wat Phra That Doi Kham
- Wat Chet Yot
- Chiangmai Ram Hospital
- One Nimman
- Tha Pae Walking Street
- Chiang Mai International and Exhibition Center
- Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden
- Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital
- Wat Chiang Man
- Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Center
- Saturday Walking Street Night Market
- Chiang Mai Gate
- Three Kings Monument
