{"id":4561,"date":"2010-04-23T04:09:46","date_gmt":"2010-04-23T08:09:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/?page_id=4561"},"modified":"2026-01-06T20:54:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T01:54:13","slug":"chiang-mai","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/thailand-travel-tips\/chiang-mai\/","title":{"rendered":"Chiang Mai Travel Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/chiangmaiguide.jpg\" alt=\"One of Chiang Mai, Thailand\u2019s many stunning historic Buddhist temples\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Chiang Mai is the largest and most popular city in northern Thailand. It\u2019s the main base of activities for most travelers who come up north and is one of the most visited cities in Thailand for travelers of all types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city is brimming with culture, incredible food markets, dozens of beautiful temples, a relaxed vibe, and beautiful landscapes. In recent years, it\u2019s become one of the main digital nomad hubs in Southeast Asia, so it\u2019s easy to meet other travelers here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While you can find a lot of delicious Western food, cafes, and bars all around the city, the historic <em>Thai-ness<\/em> of the city hasn\u2019t disappeared. There are plenty of stunning temples and lively markets to entertain you as you explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure to budget extra time when you visit Chiang Mai and as it\u2019s easy to get \u201cstuck\u201d here. Lots of people plan to stay for a few days and end up staying for a few weeks or more! There&#8217;s magic to this city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This travel guide to Chiang Mai can help you plan your trip, save money, and ensure you have an amazing visit!<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_9ae821-33 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_9ae821-33 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_9ae821-33 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(40% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)))minmax(0, calc(60% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)));}.kb-row-layout-id4561_9ae821-33 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_9ae821-33 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 2fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_9ae821-33 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_9ae821-33 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"toc\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-right-golden kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4561_a4e2bb-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);}.kadence-column4561_a4e2bb-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:2px solid var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);border-bottom:2px solid var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);}.kadence-column4561_a4e2bb-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_a4e2bb-76 > 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class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_65d503-82 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_65d503-82\">Table of Contents<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#top5\">Things to See and Do<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#safe\">How to Stay Safe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#stay\">Where to Stay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#costs\">Typical Costs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#budget\">Suggested Budget<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#saving\">Money-Saving Tips<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#getaround\">How to Get Around<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#when\">When to Go<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#book\">Best Places to Book Your Trip<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#posts\">Related Blogs on Chiang Mai<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4561_b0c3e1-27 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_b0c3e1-27 > 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.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_fb5eb0-84[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_fb5eb0-84\"]{text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_fb5eb0-84 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_fb5eb0-84[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_fb5eb0-84\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_fb5eb0-84 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_fb5eb0-84\">Click Here for City Guides<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"map_wrapper\" id=\"map_wrapper_242182\">\n<div class=\"map_box\" style=\"max-width:2000px\">\n<div class=\"map_aspect_ratio\" style=\"padding-top:56%\" data-padding-top=\"56%\" data-padding-top-mobile=\"\">\n<div class=\"map_container\">\n<div class=\"map_render map_loading\" id=\"map_242182\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_48a1c1-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_48a1c1-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_48a1c1-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4561_48a1c1-23 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_48a1c1-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_48a1c1-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_48a1c1-23 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" 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.kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_11b6cf-a6\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b90c737b heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_29b9ec-4f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_29b9ec-4f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_29b9ec-4f\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_29b9ec-4f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_29b9ec-4f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_29b9ec-4f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_29b9ec-4f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_29b9ec-4f\">Top 5 Things to See and Do in Chiang Mai<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/chiangmaiguide2.jpg\" alt=\"Elephants bathing in a river near Chiang Mai, Thailand\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Visit the Elephant Nature Park<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/thailand-elephant-conservation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Elephant Nature Park<\/a> rescues abused and injured elephants and other animals from around the country. It\u2019s a sanctuary where you can visit for a day or spend a week volunteering. While you can no longer feed or bathe the elephants, you can still walk among them and see them chill out, play, and feed themselves. It\u2019s a phenomenal experience where you\u2019ll get to learn about the elephants and conservation efforts in the country. A one-day visit needs to be booked in advance on the park\u2019s website. Be sure to book your trip in advance as it\u2019s super popular and space fills up fast!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Tour the temples<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>There are hundreds of beautiful Buddhist temples in Chiang Mai, some dating as far back as the 13th century. The main ones worth seeing are Wat Chiang Man, (the city\u2019s oldest one), Wat Phra Singh, Wat Suan Dok (or Flower Garden Temple), Wat Chedi Luang, and the Northern Indian-inspired Wat Jet Yot. As with most places of worship, dress modestly (covered shoulders and knees for men and women), and wear shoes that are easy to put on and take off as no shoes are allowed in temples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Visit Wat Doi Suthep<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Doi Suthep is the mountain just outside Chiang Mai, which holds its most famous temple, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (the pagoda supposedly contains relics of Buddha himself). Perched at the top of 306 stairs flanked by 2 giant serpent sculptures (there\u2019s a funicular available too though!), it offers beautiful views of the surrounding area and Chiang Mai, plus at 6pm each day, you can watch the monks chant. There&#8217;s a funicular you can take to the top for a small fee, or you can go on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/chiang-mai-l271\/night-tour-wat-phra-that-doi-suthep-and-wat-pha-lat-t559163\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a guided tour.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Bargain at the night bazaar<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Chiang Mai is the main handicraft center of Thailand and the night bazaar is the largest in the country. It&#8217;s a sprawling maze of stalls on either side of several streets but if you get to the corner of Loi Kroh and Changklan roads, that\u2019s a fair place to start and get oriented. Everything is sold at non-fixed prices so you can bargain the night away for the best deals on clothing, jewelry, paintings, and antiques and grab some food across the main street at the Kalare night bazaar. Open daily from 6pm-12am, although individual stalls may have slightly differing hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Celebrate the Yi Peng Festival<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This iconic annual three-day festival, unique to Northern Thailand, takes place around the full moon in November. Sometimes referred to as the \u2018Lantern Festival\u2019 or the \u2018Festival of Lights\u2019, it\u2019s marked by many ceremonies but most notably on the third and final night by citizens releasing thousands of paper lanterns into the air, which symbolically carry prayers, bad luck, and all that people wish to let go towards the heavens. You can watch the lanterns be released from Nawarat Bridge or the Silver Bridge. It is a beautiful, memorable experience.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div data-gyg-widget=\"auto\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"LLKQJ38\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_6b6325-f2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_6b6325-f2 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_6b6325-f2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4561_6b6325-f2 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_6b6325-f2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_6b6325-f2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_6b6325-f2 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"seedo\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4561_a1c3dd-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_a1c3dd-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_a1c3dd-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_a1c3dd-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_a1c3dd-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_a1c3dd-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_a1c3dd-16{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_a1c3dd-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_a1c3dd-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_a1c3dd-16\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7d671ee0 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_810b3d-74, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_810b3d-74[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_810b3d-74\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_810b3d-74 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_810b3d-74[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_810b3d-74\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_810b3d-74 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_810b3d-74\">Other Things to See and Do in Chiang Mai<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Try ziplining<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking for an adrenaline rush and some time in (and above) lush forests, go ziplining. Chiang Mai has many operators offering beginner and advanced zip lining courses, including multiple platforms, sky bridges, and abseiling options. Jungle Flight is the home of one of Thailand\u2019s longest zipline courses and Kingkong Smile offers both a short and a long course. The sites tend to be 1-1.5 hours\u2019 drive from Chiang Mai into the mountains, but most operators include a return shuttle trip in the booking fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Go jungle trekking<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Chiang Mai is the main starting point for all sorts of jungle trekking tours. I like the three-day ones the best because the longer the tour, the more interesting and secluded places you visit. Most multi-day treks include homestays with local families and some a bamboo raft trip down a river or some time at a waterfall. Be careful with whom you sign up, as many guides simply walk with you and don\u2019t tell you much about the land or wildlife. Moreover, if you visit a tribal village, make sure the money stays with the villagers and that they aren\u2019t being exploited, which unfortunately happens a lot. Be sure to ask your accommodation for suggestions. Don\u2019t book in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Take a cooking class<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Chiang Mai is the most popular place in Thailand for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/chiang-mai-l271\/chiang-mai-cooking-class-market-and-thai-herbs-garden-tour-t633010\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cooking classes<\/a>, offering a variety of classes and amazing deals. You\u2019ll often begin your class by going to the market and learning about Thai produce before heading back to the kitchen to cook a few dishes. Some classes even take place on a farm or location with its own vegetable garden, like Grandma\u2019s Cooking School, which includes a tour of the organic garden before the cooking class. Every class ends with eating everything you\u2019ve prepared so bring an appetite!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Eat a <em>kantoke<\/em> dinner<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This traditional Thai event generally takes place on special occasions, like holidays, festivals, and weddings. At a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/chiang-mai-l271\/chiang-mai-khan-toke-traditional-meal-dancing-performance-t462266\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>kantoke<\/em> dinner<\/a>, you experience both Northern Thai food and culture at the same time. At this event, visitors are seated on the floor around a circular tray laden with Northern dishes (called a <em>kantoke<\/em>, giving the tradition its name). While you eat, you\u2019ll watch traditional Thai and Northern dances and other cultural performances. The Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center is the premier place to go, and tickets include dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Cruise down the river<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Cruise around rural Mae Ping on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/chiang-mai-l271\/chiang-mai-mae-ping-river-cruise-optional-transfer-t466662\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a two-hour journey<\/a> that takes you past beautiful scenery around Chiang Mai. Enjoy the scenic vistas, stop to visit a local farm and its herb and fruit gardens, and relax with an onboard Thai dinner. Mae Ping River Cruise is the main company offering tours. You can do a two-hour cruise or a longer dinner cruise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Chat with monks<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Monk chats are a chance for visitors to learn about the country\u2019s religion and culture, while for young monks, it&#8217;s an opportunity to practice their English. It\u2019s a popular cultural activity that occurs at many of the major temples throughout the city, including Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Doi Suthep, Wat Suan Dok, as well as the MCU Buddhist University. Hours vary based on location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Go whitewater rafting<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mae Taeng River is a popular destination for whitewater rafting, with rapids ranging from levels two to four (easy to advanced). Keep in mind that the river is at its most intense during the rainy season, between August and October, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/chiang-mai-l271\/chiang-mai-rafting-in-mae-taeng-river-with-thai-buffet-t522756\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tours<\/a> might sometimes be postponed if levels are dangerous. 8 Adventures offers tours which include transportation from Chiang Mai and lunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Browse Warorot Market<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This historic market opened in the early 20th century and is the largest and oldest in the city. It\u2019s a great place to get a more local shopping experience and grab some fresh produce, dried foods, specialty snacks, and clothes. There are even flower vendors outside the market and street food stalls that stay open into the evening. The food stalls are located on the first floor, while clothing and other goods are on the second and third floors. Located near the river, it\u2019s open daily from 6am-7pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Visit The Highland People Discovery Museum<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Highlighting Thailand\u2019s ten minority hill tribes, this ethnographic museum offers informational videos and exhibits on each tribe\u2019s lifestyle, beliefs, clothing, and jewelry items (as well as a gift shop where you can purchase a few authentic items too!). The 4-storey museum building is surrounded by a lake and outside the gardens hosts life-size models of traditional huts of various tribes you can take a stroll through at your leisure. Set aside at least 2-3 hours to get a good feel of what the museum has to offer. It\u2019s open Monday-Friday, and admission is free (donations are welcome).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Climb up the Bua Thong Sticky Waterfalls<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>While a little outside of the city, this makes for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/chiang-mai-l271\/chiang-mai-sticky-waterfall-bua-tong-waterfalls-adventure-t531246\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a great day trip<\/a>. The falls, due to the type of limestone they&#8217;re made of, are almost sticky and allow you to climb up the cascading water. The rocks themselves are interesting, looking a bit like fluffy clouds. Not only is it a neat experience, but it\u2019s also a great workout! Pack a picnic and a change of clothes, find a spot, and \u201cstick\u201d around for lunch. You can self-drive or take a taxi and agree on a time for your driver to come back for you, or negotiate a ride with one of the drivers on site. Admission is free, and basic shower and toilet facilities are available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-gyg-widget=\"auto\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"LLKQJ38\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(<strong>Hey there! Wait one second!<\/strong> Did you know I also wrote an entire guidebook to Thailand filled with &#8211; not only even more detailed information on the things included on this page but also itineraries, maps, practical information (i.e. hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices, etc), cultural insights, and so much more? It has everything you want in a guidebook &#8211; but with a focus on budget and cultural travel! If you want to go into more depth and have something to take on your trip, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/product\/thailand-guidebooks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">click here for more about the book!<\/a>)<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_0cfb49-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_0cfb49-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_0cfb49-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4561_0cfb49-03 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_0cfb49-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_0cfb49-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_0cfb49-03 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"safe\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4561_080101-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_080101-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_080101-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_080101-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_080101-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_080101-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_080101-74{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_080101-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_080101-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_080101-74\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b68a4ab2 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_402deb-3d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_402deb-3d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_402deb-3d\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_402deb-3d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_402deb-3d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_402deb-3d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_402deb-3d wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_402deb-3d\">How to Stay Safe in Chiang Mai<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Chiang Mai is a safe place to backpack and travel \u2014 even if you&#8217;re traveling solo, and even as a solo female traveler. People are nice and helpful and you&#8217;re unlikely to get into trouble. Violent crime against tourists is very rare. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Petty theft is the most common type of crime in Chiang Mai so always keep your valuables secure and out of reach. This includes when on the bus\/public transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Solo female travelers should generally feel safe here. However, it&#8217;s always a good idea to be aware of your surroundings and follow standard safety precautions like never leaving your drink unattended at the bar, walking in unlit places alone at night, etc. If you want specific information about Chiang Mai, there are several incredible solo female travel blogs that can provide tips that I can&#8217;t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some common scams to be aware of here, such as the motorbike scam. This is when you rent a bike and the vendors try to charge you for damage to your bike rental \u2014 even though there is no damage. Also, sometimes taxis will try to charge you extra so always make sure you use a reputable taxi (have your hotel\/hostel call one if you need one). You can read this post on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/avoid-travel-scams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">common travel scams to avoid<\/a> as there are quite a few in the city to be aware of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you experience an emergency, dial 191 for assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always trust your gut instinct and make copies of your personal documents, including your passport and ID.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important piece of advice I can offer is to purchase good travel insurance. Travel insurance will protect you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It&#8217;s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I&#8217;ve had to use it many times in the past. You can use the widget below to find the policy right for you:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"nm-sw-box\"><center><div class=\"safetywing-price-widget\" data-safetywingaffiliateid=\"24768462\"><\/div>\r\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/safetywing-static\/widget\/safetywing-price-widget.js\"><\/script><\/center><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_46ec61-43 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_46ec61-43 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_46ec61-43 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4561_46ec61-43 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_46ec61-43 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_46ec61-43 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_46ec61-43 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"stay\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4561_ee6043-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_ee6043-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_ee6043-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_ee6043-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_ee6043-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_ee6043-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_ee6043-26{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_ee6043-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_ee6043-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_ee6043-26\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3c709811 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_5e52c7-8e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_5e52c7-8e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_5e52c7-8e\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_5e52c7-8e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_5e52c7-8e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_5e52c7-8e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_5e52c7-8e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_5e52c7-8e\">Where to Stay in Chiang Mai<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Looking for budget-friendly accommodation in Chiang Mai? There are a ton of options! Here are some of my favorite places to stay in the city:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fpwa%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FSmile-Robotist-Hostel-SHA-Extra-Plus-%2FChiang-Mai%2F289523\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Smile Robotist Hostel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fpwa%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FHostel-Lullaby-SHA-Certified-%2FChiang-Mai%2F285374\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hostel Lullaby<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/th\/anumat-premium-budget.html?aid=1383362&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anumat Premium Budget Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/th\/changpuak.en.html?aid=1383362&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chang Puak Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/th\/khocha-sri-thani.en.html?aid=362916&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kodchasri B&amp;B<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want more recommendations, check out my article on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/best-hostels-chiang-mai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best hostels in Chiang Mai<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_602524-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_602524-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_602524-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 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.kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_3af959-2a > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_3af959-2a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_3af959-2a{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_3af959-2a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_3af959-2a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_3af959-2a\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d46fbf53 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_cf37c0-ae, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_cf37c0-ae[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_cf37c0-ae\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_cf37c0-ae mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_cf37c0-ae[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_cf37c0-ae\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_cf37c0-ae wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_cf37c0-ae\">Chiang Mai Travel Costs<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/chiangmaiguide3.jpg\" alt=\"Person driving a rickshaw past a coffee shop as people walk down the street in Chiang Mai, Thailand\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_a85304-ae > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_a85304-ae > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_a85304-ae > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id4561_a85304-ae > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_a85304-ae > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_a85304-ae > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_a85304-ae alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4561_ee2281-b2 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_ee2281-b2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_ee2281-b2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_ee2281-b2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_ee2281-b2 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_ee2281-b2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_ee2281-b2{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_ee2281-b2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_ee2281-b2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_ee2281-b2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_c179ab-82, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_c179ab-82[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_c179ab-82\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_c179ab-82 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_c179ab-82[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_c179ab-82\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_c179ab-82 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_c179ab-82\">Accommodation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hostel dorms \u2013 275-550 THB per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hostel private rooms \u2013 1,035-2,070 THB per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guesthouses \u2013 415-1,200 THB per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Luxury hotels \u2013 2,000+ THB per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airbnb private rooms \u2013 200-600 THB per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airbnb apartments \u2013 1,380-2,750 THB per night<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4561_3c7335-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_3c7335-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_3c7335-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_3c7335-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_3c7335-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_3c7335-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_3c7335-69{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_3c7335-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_3c7335-69 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_3c7335-69\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_079d30-85, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_079d30-85[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_079d30-85\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_079d30-85 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_079d30-85[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_079d30-85\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_079d30-85 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_079d30-85\">Food<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Street food \u2013 30-100 THB per dish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Casual sit-down restaurants \u2013 100-175 THB per dish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Western food \u2013 175-350 THB per dish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sushi \u2013 1,030-1,200 THB<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beer \u2013 60-120 THB<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Glass of wine \u2013 180 THB<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cocktails \u2013 300-450 THB<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Groceries for a week \u2013 600-800 THB<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Some of my favorite places to eat in the city are the Chiang Mai Gate Market, the weekend market, Dash, Dada Kafe, La Fourchette, Khao Soi Khun Yai, and Sushi Ichiban. For drinks, consider MaHoRee.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_d3c9a7-da > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_d3c9a7-da > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_d3c9a7-da > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4561_d3c9a7-da > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_d3c9a7-da > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_d3c9a7-da > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_d3c9a7-da alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"budget\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4561_198ace-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_198ace-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_198ace-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_198ace-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_198ace-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_198ace-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_198ace-88{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_198ace-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_198ace-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_198ace-88\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0a82afeb heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_c66d53-b0, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_c66d53-b0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_c66d53-b0\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_c66d53-b0 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_c66d53-b0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_c66d53-b0\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_c66d53-b0 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_c66d53-b0\">Chiang Mai Suggested Budgets<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(30% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)))minmax(0, calc(40% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)))minmax(0, calc(30% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)));}.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:100px;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:100%;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{fill:#ffffff!important;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 2fr) minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:px;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:%;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:px;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:%;}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_e18a99-5d alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-3-columns kt-row-layout-center-half kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4561_147caf-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_147caf-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_147caf-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_147caf-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_147caf-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_147caf-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_147caf-8a{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_147caf-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_147caf-8a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_147caf-8a\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_b0d695-18, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_b0d695-18[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_b0d695-18\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_b0d695-18 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_b0d695-18[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_b0d695-18\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_b0d695-18 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_b0d695-18\">Backpacker &#8211; 1,750 THB Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On this budget, you&#8217;ll be staying in a hostel, eating street food, and using local transportation. You&#8217;ll need to limit your drinking and do mostly free and cheap activities like temple visits and wandering the markets. I&#8217;d add 300 THB more per day if you plan to party.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4561_604426-2b > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);}.kadence-column4561_604426-2b > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);}.kadence-column4561_604426-2b > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_604426-2b > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_604426-2b > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_604426-2b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_604426-2b > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_604426-2b > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_604426-2b{position:relative;}.kadence-column4561_604426-2b, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4561_604426-2b:not(.specificity){margin-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_604426-2b > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_604426-2b, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4561_604426-2b:not(.specificity){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_604426-2b > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_604426-2b\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_0e34f4-2f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_0e34f4-2f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_0e34f4-2f\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_0e34f4-2f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_0e34f4-2f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_0e34f4-2f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_0e34f4-2f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_0e34f4-2f\">Midrange &#8211; 3,100 THB Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On this midrange budget, you can stay in a budget hotel, eat out at more sit-down restaurants, enjoy nice cocktails, take the occasional taxi, and do more paid activities and tours. You&#8217;ll be very comfortable but won&#8217;t be living large!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4561_a69a9f-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_a69a9f-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_a69a9f-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_a69a9f-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_a69a9f-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_a69a9f-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_a69a9f-c5{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_a69a9f-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_a69a9f-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_a69a9f-c5\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_da4341-c8, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_da4341-c8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_da4341-c8\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_da4341-c8 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_da4341-c8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_da4341-c8\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_da4341-c8 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_da4341-c8\">Upscale &#8211; 5,000+ THB Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On this budget, you can do whatever you want. The sky is the limit if you&#8217;re spending this much money per day! The city does luxury really well and if you have the money to spend, there&#8217;s nothing you can&#8217;t do here!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_fa4638-91 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_fa4638-91 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_fa4638-91 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4561_fa4638-91 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_fa4638-91 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_fa4638-91 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_fa4638-91 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"saving\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4561_f44e33-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_f44e33-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_f44e33-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_f44e33-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_f44e33-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_f44e33-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_f44e33-19{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_f44e33-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_f44e33-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_f44e33-19\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-425522ad heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_8d0bf3-e5, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_8d0bf3-e5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_8d0bf3-e5\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_8d0bf3-e5 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_8d0bf3-e5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_8d0bf3-e5\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_8d0bf3-e5 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_8d0bf3-e5\">Chiang Mai Travel Guide: Money-Saving Tips<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Chiang Mai can be as cheap or expensive as you want (like most of Thailand). But if you stick to the local markets, avoid the fancy restaurants that have popped up, and stay in the old city, you can save money easily! Here are some other ways to save money in Chiang Mai:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Go local<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 The easiest way to save money in Thailand is to simply live like a local. Take local buses, eat street food, and drink local beer. Keep it simple to keep it affordable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bargain hard<\/strong> &#8211; You have to bargain hard at the markets here. Don\u2019t take the first price and don\u2019t be afraid to walk away. They inflate prices greatly here since Chiang Mai is such a popular shopping destination for tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eat from the street stalls<\/strong> &#8211; Food from street vendors in Thailand is some of the best Thai food I have ever had, and it\u2019s so cheap it&#8217;s ridiculous. The locals eat here and you should too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Take advantage of happy hour<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Thailand\u2019s many happy hours have half-priced drinks and 2-for-1 specials. If you want to hit the bar, stick to drinking during happy hours. If you visit the areas frequented by backpackers, you\u2019ll find even more drink specials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Buy beer at 7-Eleven<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Buying beer at Thailand\u2019s ubiquitous 7-Elevens and drinking outside will save you quite a bit on your bar tab. While you can\u2019t get wrecked on the street, you can take drinks with you to sit outside your guesthouse or while on the beach. These places are usually 50% cheaper than drinking at the bar and they have tons of snacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Make sure your taxi turns on the meter<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 All taxis are required to use a meter when they have passengers. However, most want to charge a higher flat rate instead of using the meter. If this happens, just walk away and see if a different taxi will turn on their meter for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Save money on rideshares<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Grab is Asia\u2019s answer to Uber. It\u2019s often more affordable than a regular taxi and you don\u2019t have to worry about getting scammed because you pay via the app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Negotiate with tuk-tuk drivers<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Unlike taxis, the tuk-tuk drivers do not have meters, so be sure to set the fixed price before you take off. They are very friendly, but if you act like a naive tourist, you will get taken advantage of!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Take public transportation<\/strong> &#8211; At 20-40 THB per ride (and cheaper with a day pass), these modern public buses are, along with songthaews, one of the cheapest ways to get around the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Get a sightseeing pass \u2013&nbsp;<\/strong>The TAGTHAi pass is available for multiple cities in Thailand, including Chiang Mai. It bundles together many of the most popular attractions for a price that\u2019s lower than paying for each entrance separately. These can be purchased in one-day or three-day options, depending on the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Redeem hotel points<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Sign up for hotel credit cards and use those points to cover your accommodations while you travel, especially since hotels don&#8217;t require a lot of points here. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/points-miles-for-beginners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Here\u2019s a post<\/a> that will help you get started with the basics so you can start earning points now and have plenty for your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stay with a local<\/strong> &#8211; Couchsurfing connects you with locals who can give you a free place to stay and who can share their insider tips and advice. It&#8217;s the best way to save money on accommodation and get insider tips and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Don\u2019t book tours before you arrive<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Want to take a cooking class? Go zip-lining? Trek in the jungle? Wait until you get into Thailand to book anything. Travel agencies are located all over the tourist areas, looking to sell their tours. While you\u2019re able to purchase these tours online before you arrive, you\u2019ll be paying a lot more that way. Instead, book when you arrive so you can haggle for a better deal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Book group excursions<\/strong> &#8211; When booking your day tours, multi-day tours, cooking classes, etc., try to book it as a group so the price per person gets reduced. Traveling alone? Make friends and book a tour with your hostel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use a water bottle with a purifier<\/strong> &#8211; It isn&#8217;t safe to drink tap water in Chiang Mai, and although buying bottled water is cheap, it does add up. Instead, pick up a <a href=\"https:\/\/lifestraw.xyibsh.net\/B0AY14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LifeStraw<\/a>, which has a built-in filter to ensure your water is always clean and safe (it&#8217;s good for the environment too!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(<strong>Hey there! Wait one second!<\/strong> Did you know I also wrote an entire guidebook to Thailand filled with &#8211; not only even more detailed information on the things included on this page but also itineraries, maps, practical information (i.e. hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices, etc), cultural insights, and so much more? It has everything you want in a guidebook &#8211; but with a focus on budget and cultural travel! If you want to go into more depth and have something to take on your trip, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/product\/thailand-guidebooks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">click here for more about the book!<\/a>)<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_43f1b3-15 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_43f1b3-15 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_43f1b3-15 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4561_43f1b3-15 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_43f1b3-15 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_43f1b3-15 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_43f1b3-15 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"getaround\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4561_677596-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_677596-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_677596-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_677596-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_677596-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_677596-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_677596-31{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_677596-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_677596-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_677596-31\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4f458871 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_2d4262-4c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_2d4262-4c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_2d4262-4c\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_2d4262-4c mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_2d4262-4c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_2d4262-4c\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_2d4262-4c wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_2d4262-4c\">How to Get Around in Chiang Mai<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/chiangmaiguide4.jpg\" alt=\"Tents on platforms in the foreground with green rolling hills in the background in Northern Thailand\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Songthaew<\/strong> &#8211; Songthaews are the most common mode of local transportation in Chiang Mai. These are converted pickup trucks with two rows of seats and are how locals travel. Just flag one down in the street and tell the driver where you&#8217;re going. You can get to just about anywhere in the central city for 40 THB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Buses<\/strong> &#8211; Until recently, there weren\u2019t public buses in Chiang Mai, but that all changed in 2018 with the launch of the RTC Smart City Bus network. At 20 THB per ride, it\u2019s the cheapest and easiest way to get around the city, including to and from the airport. The buses are clean, modern, and have free Wi-Fi. If you plan to use the bus a lot, you can get an unlimited day pass for 180 THB or a three-day pass for 400 THB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bicycle<\/strong> &#8211; Chiang Mai has a new dockless bike-sharing system called Anywheel. Each ride starts at 10 THB, while a monthly pass starts at 200 THB. Many hostels and guesthouses also offer their guests free bicycles to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tuk-Tuk<\/strong> &#8211; A trip via tuk-tuk is more expensive than a songthaew since it&#8217;s a direct service. You can get around town for about 100-150 THB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ridesharing<\/strong> &#8211; Use the Grab app to request a private ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Motorbike\/scooter rental<\/strong> &#8211; Motorbikes and scooters are a common way to get around, though it can be a harrowing experience to drive one in Chiang Mai. Keep in mind that traffic flows on the left in Thailand. A motorbike or scooter costs 100-500 THB per day, with cheaper deals for weekly and monthly rentals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Car rental<\/strong> &#8211; Compared to other methods of transportation in Chiang Mai, it\u2019s expensive to rent a car. Rentals cost around 800 THB per day. Unless you are heading outside the city, I&#8217;d skip the car rental.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you decide you want to rent a car, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/?a_aid=nomadicmatt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover Cars<\/a> for the best prices. You can get a free quote using this widget:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-75a81dc7\">\n\n<script id=\"dchwidget\" src=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/wg.js\" data-dev-env=\"com\" data-location=\"\" data-lang=\"en\" data-currency=\"usd\" data-utm-source=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/?a_aid=nomadicmatt\" data-utm-medium=\"widget\" data-aff-code=\"a_aid\" data-autocomplete=\"on\" data-style-submit-bg-color=\"00A200\" data-style-submit-font-color=\"FFFFFF\" data-style-form-bg-color=\"FAD130\" data-style-form-font-color=\"333333\" data-style-submit-text=\"Search now\" data-title-text=\"\" data-style-title-color=\"00A200\" async=\"async\"><\/script>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_a693ec-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_a693ec-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_a693ec-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4561_a693ec-e9 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_a693ec-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_a693ec-e9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_a693ec-e9 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"when\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4561_444071-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_444071-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_444071-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_444071-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_444071-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_444071-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_444071-6e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_444071-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_444071-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_444071-6e\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-92d7936f heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_335fe0-85, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_335fe0-85[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_335fe0-85\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_335fe0-85 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_335fe0-85[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_335fe0-85\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_335fe0-85 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_335fe0-85\">When to Go to Chiang Mai<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The best time to visit Chiang Mai is between October and April when temperatures are warm but not stifling. You&#8217;ll still want to pack a sweater in case the evenings cool off. The average daytime temperature is around 25\u00b0C (77\u00b0F), but it can dip as low as 15\u00b0C (59\u00b0F) at night. Keep in mind, however, that this is peak tourist season so book your accommodation in advance if you want to find the best deals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In April and May, things start heating up. Temperatures can soar as high as 40\u00b0C (104\u00b0F), and you&#8217;ll want to pack light clothing and plenty of sunscreen. If you&#8217;re not used to such heat, you might find it uncomfortable for sightseeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rainy season takes place from June to October when temperatures cool down to 24-32\u00b0C (75-90\u00b0F) but the humidity rises. Chiang Mai doesn&#8217;t get as much rain as Southern Thailand, but you&#8217;ll still want to be prepared. It rains for maybe an hour each day, and only rarely for days on end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(<strong>Hey there! Wait one second!<\/strong> Did you know I also wrote an entire guidebook to Thailand filled with &#8211; not only even more detailed information on the things included on this page but also itineraries, maps, practical information (i.e. hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices, etc), cultural insights, and so much more? It has everything you want in a guidebook &#8211; but with a focus on budget and cultural travel! If you want to go into more depth and have something to take on your trip, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/product\/thailand-guidebooks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">click here for more about the book!<\/a>)<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"guide-block resources-block\"><h3 id=\"book\"><span>Chiang Mai Travel Guide: The Best Booking Resources<\/span><\/h3><p>These are my favorite companies to use when I travel. They consistently have the best deals, offer world-class customer service and great value, and overall, are better than their competitors. They are the companies I use the most and are always the starting point in my search for travel deals. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/c\/214481\/1027991\/13416?associateid=AFF_TRA_19354_00001\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Skyscanner<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Skyscanner is my favorite flight search engine. They search small websites and budget airlines that larger search sites tend to miss. They are hands down the number one place to start.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Hostelworld<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; This is the best hostel accommodation site out there with the largest inventory, best search interface, and widest availability.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3032045\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/?cid=1844104\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Agoda<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Other than Hostelworld, Agoda is the best hotel accommodation site for Asia.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/index.html?aid=362916\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Booking.com<\/a> &#8211; The best all around booking site that constantly provides the cheapest and lowest rates. They have the widest selection of budget accommodation. In all my tests, they\u2019ve always had the cheapest rates out of all the booking websites. <\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&#038;utm_medium=online_publisher&#038;placement=content-top\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Get Your Guide<\/a> &#8211; Get Your Guide is a huge online marketplace for tours and excursions. They have tons of tour options available in cities all around the world, including everything from cooking classes, walking tours, street art lessons, and more!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/safetywing.com\/nomad-insurance?referenceID=24768462\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">SafetyWing<\/a> &#8211; Safety Wing offers convenient and affordable plans tailored to digital nomads and long-term travelers. They have cheap monthly plans, great customer service, and an easy-to-use claims process that makes it perfect for those on the road.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lifestraw.xyibsh.net\/mgXd1D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">LifeStraw<\/a> &#8211; My go-to company for reusable water bottles with built-in filters so you can ensure your drinking water is always clean and safe.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=2045947&#038;u=1442001&#038;m=125871&#038;urllink=&#038;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Unbound Merino<\/a> &#8211; They make lightweight, durable, easy-to-clean travel clothing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_8cb8e6-cb > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_8cb8e6-cb > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_8cb8e6-cb > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4561_8cb8e6-cb > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_8cb8e6-cb > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_8cb8e6-cb > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_8cb8e6-cb alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"book-thailand\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4561_aaefa0-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_aaefa0-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_aaefa0-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_aaefa0-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_aaefa0-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_aaefa0-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_aaefa0-68{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_aaefa0-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_aaefa0-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_aaefa0-68\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1b74c82d heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_40fa95-75, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_40fa95-75[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_40fa95-75\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_40fa95-75 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_40fa95-75[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_40fa95-75\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_40fa95-75 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_40fa95-75\">Get the In-Depth Budget Guide to Thailand!<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_6c8686-9a > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_6c8686-9a > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_6c8686-9a > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(30% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)))minmax(0, calc(70% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)));}.kb-row-layout-id4561_6c8686-9a > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_6c8686-9a > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 2fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_6c8686-9a > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_6c8686-9a alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-right-golden kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4561_def48f-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_def48f-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_def48f-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_def48f-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_def48f-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_def48f-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_def48f-7d{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_def48f-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_def48f-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_def48f-7d\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/product\/thailand-guidebooks\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/GuideBookCovers\/NM_Guide_to_Thailand_Flat.jpg\" alt=\"Nomadic Matt's Guide to Paris\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4561_fc1632-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_fc1632-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_fc1632-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_fc1632-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_fc1632-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_fc1632-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_fc1632-34{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_fc1632-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_fc1632-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_fc1632-34\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>My detailed 350+ page guidebook is made for budget travelers like you! It cuts out the fluff found in other guidebooks and gets straight to the practical information you need to travel around Thailand. You\u2019ll find suggested itineraries, budgets, ways to save money, on and off-the-beaten-path things to see and do, non-touristy restaurants, markets, bars, safety tips, and much more!&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/product\/thailand-guidebooks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here to learn more and get your copy today.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_ec39d4-5e > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_ec39d4-5e > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_ec39d4-5e > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4561_ec39d4-5e > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_ec39d4-5e > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_ec39d4-5e > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_ec39d4-5e alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"posts\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4561_e5af48-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_e5af48-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_e5af48-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_e5af48-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4561_e5af48-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4561_e5af48-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4561_e5af48-84{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4561_e5af48-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4561_e5af48-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4561_e5af48-84\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6886dad7 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_daadd7-05, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_daadd7-05[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_daadd7-05\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_daadd7-05 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4561_daadd7-05[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_daadd7-05\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4561_daadd7-05 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4561_daadd7-05\">Chiang Mai Travel Guide: Related Articles<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Want more tips for your trip? Check out all the articles I\u2019ve written on Chiang Mai travel and continue planning your trip:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4561_1c88f1-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4561_1c88f1-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_1c88f1-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:0px;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_1c88f1-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_1c88f1-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id4561_1c88f1-d7 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_1c88f1-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_1c88f1-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4561_1c88f1-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}.kb-row-layout-id4561_1c88f1-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4561_1c88f1-d7 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"row-one\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-3-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4561_1b2a75-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4561_1b2a75-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4561_1b2a75-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4561_1b2a75-88 > 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