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 temples in this quaint 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 temples 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 Mai: White, Black & Blue Temples Day Tour with Lunch
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai's Temples Exploration Day Trip
Chiang Rai Temples Day Trip from Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon, Waterfalls, & Tribal Villages Tour
Top hotels in Thapae
De Chai the Deco Chiang Mai
Staffs are very polite and always responsive and helpful! Breakfast is excellent!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
De Chai Colonial Hotel & Spa
This is our 2nd time staying here and it didn’t disappoint. Everything is clean and staff friendly. Beds are comfortable.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Centara Riverside Hotel Chiang Mai
The Centara Riverside provides good value for money, excellent service and very good facilities including a great outdoor pool. The hotel is a 10-15 minute Grab ride from the action at the centre of Chiang Mai. But our tours, one out of town and the other Mama Noi cooking class provided transportation ...
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Melia Chiang Mai
Booked here very last minute due to a change in plans, and ended up LOVING the stay. From the moment you’re greeted out front to the minute you leave, everyone is so pleasant and friendly. The rooms, atmosphere, pool area, and dining are STUNNING, and the staff is so attentive and amazing. Room service ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
The Experience Walking Street Chiang Mai
The front desk staff were friendly, helpful, and polite. I forget the gentleman's name who helped us, but if management can find out, he should be commended for his hospitality upon arrival and during. Tina at the front desk was always so helpful, sincere, and a delight to talk to. Dada, a beautiful ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Shangri-La Chiang Mai
Overall excellent place
Reviewed on 28 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 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
