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Things to do in Old City, Chiang Mai

9 places in Old City from 9 Chiang Mai travel vlogs, most-mentioned first. The play button jumps to that moment in the video.

9 places

  1. Wat Chedi Luang

    Temple · Old City

    A temple with a 14th-century royal stupa partly destroyed by an earthquake, among the most important historic sites in Chiang Mai's Old City and a must-visit.

  2. Chiang Mai Sunday Walking Street

    Market · Old City

    A Sunday-only night market that closes several Old Town streets for stalls of street food, crafts and souvenirs. Often called Chiang Mai's most popular market.

  3. Tha Phae Gate

    Historic site · Old City

    A gate in the old city wall that once guarded Chiang Mai against Burmese invaders, now one of the Old City's most-visited landmarks.

  4. Old City

    Neighborhood · Old City

    The walled historic core of Chiang Mai, relaxed to wander for its side alleys, temples, cafés and restaurants.

  5. Wat Phra Singh

    Temple · Old City

    A temple in the Old City, often described as Chiang Mai's most revered and one of its most important and beautiful.

  6. Nong Buak Haad Public Park

    Park · Old City

    A public park in the southwest corner of the Old City with small bridges and waterways, where locals play soccer and hang out after work.

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3 more picks, each from a single vlog, so not ranked.

  1. Nam Ngiao Lung Pong

    Street food · Old City

    A very friendly street food stall inside the old city square run by a welcoming uncle. It serves tart, porky nam ngiao with soft rice noodles.

  2. Roti Paday

    Street food · Old City

    A Michelin Bib Gourmand-listed roti stall that opens at 6 pm and fries its roti in coconut oil; queues often reach 40 minutes.

  3. Blue Noodle

    Restaurant · Old City

    A noodle restaurant in the Old City known for its beef noodle specialties.