What You Will Do
Marvel at the truly unique temple-as-art-exhibit of these seven temples.
Do you know Chiang Mai is home to over 300 Buddhist temples?
No other province in the whole of Thailand is home to more. You might get stressed over 'Which are must-see temples? "How to get there?" Here is the best way to discover Chiang Mai's must-see temples in the most convenient way with informative guide.
Free your stress of planning routes with multiple destinations and negotiating with transportation. Just enjoy a carefree half-day in this guided tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Wat Phra Singh
30 minutes
home to the Chiang Mai's most sacred, Chiang sean-style Buddha image. During the Songkran festival, every April 13-15, this image is carried in a parade procession around town so locals can bathe the image with scented water, which brings good luck according to a traditional belief.
2
Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara
30 minutes
Admire the most prominent feature of Wat Chedi Luang, the massive chedi. It dominates the area and it is an impressive and photo-worthy site.
3
Wat Phantao
10 minutes
is known for its exquisite Lanna-style ordination hall (Wihan) entirely made of teakwood, which served as a throne hall.
4
Wat Chiang Man
20 minutes
the oldest temple in Chiang Mai town. This temple is famous for its Lanna-style chedi supported by rows of elephant-shaped buttresses.
5
Wat Lok Molee
15 minutes
The pagoda and the stucco pattern at Wat Lok Moli can be classified as a masterpiece of Lanna art.
6
Wat Suan Dok
20 minutes
a very old temple known for its large number of white chedis or pagodas. Wat Suan Dok literally means “flower garden temple”, the temple area was once used as a Royal flower garden by the ruler of Chiang Mai.
7
Wat Phra That Doi Kham (Temple of the Golden Mountain)
40 minutes
It literally means "Temple of the Golden Mountain." This is perched on Doi Kham hill, surrounded by beautiful mountainous landscapes. This temple’s most noticeable feature is an enormous sitting Buddha image displaying the "Calling the Earth to witness mudra." The 17 meters high image on the hill top dominates the area and is visible from miles away.
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