Thapae
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 shops in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
See the pagodas, bells and museum of this fascinating and ornate Buddhist complex, the holiest shrine in northern Thailand, in a mountainous national park.
Things to do
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai's Temples Exploration Day Trip
Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park and Pha Dok Siew Trail Trek
Chiang Mai - Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike
Chiang Mai: White, Black & Blue Temples Day Tour with Lunch
From Chiang Mai: Doi Saket Hiking Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Thapae
De Chai the Deco Chiang Mai
Loved this hotel! Super clean & aesthetic, plus walking distance from everything. The staff were also incredibly kind & warm. Would highly recommend!
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
De Chai Colonial Hotel & Spa
Great room, wondnerful staff - they even surprised me with a birthday cake! Would definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Ban Chang Tong Hotel
The staff were very polite and the room was clean. The pool area was pretty and the hotel was traditional rather than a chain.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Centara Riverside Hotel Chiang Mai
Lovely staff, nice room, good breakfast. All clean with lots of amenities.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Melia Chiang Mai
Friendly staff, beautiful lobby, and eating area, Gourgeus room, fantastic rooftop bar and a wonderful breakfast
Reviewed on 8 Nov 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
- Wat Mahawan
- Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
- Tha Phae Gate
- Chiang Mai University
- Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
- Wat Phra Singh
- Central Chiangmai
- Mon Chaem
- MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center
- Warorot Market
- Doi Suthep-Pui National Park
- Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden
- Bhuping Palace
- Wat Chiang Man
- One Nimman
- Three Kings Monument
- San Kamphaeng Hot Springs
