Explore Chiang Mai’s Old City and its historic surrounding neighborhoods to deepen your understanding of the city’s historical, geographic, and cultural foundations. This tour is best started early in the day to avoid heat and crowds.

Plan to spend a short amount of time exploring Wat Phra Singh. All other stops are designed to be experienced from the outside, with only very brief interior visits where appropriate.

Requirements for respectful/modest attire apply at temples, mosques, and other religious sites. Visitors should avoid disrupting religious observances and remain mindful of posted customs.

Use the associated audioguides when visiting the following locations:

• Wat Sri Suphan, known for its intricately carved silver temple
• Wat Phra Singh, known for classic Lanna architecture and its sacred Buddha image
• Wat Chedi Luang, an ancient temple with a partially ruined chedi
• Wat Phan Tao, a teakwood temple with a serene atmosphere and elegant design
• Three Kings Monument honoring the founders of Chiang Mai
• Wat Chiang Man, the oldest temple in the city
• Tha Phae Gate, the historical entrance to the Old City