Day 1: Explore the Old City
Morning
Start your day off with a refreshing smoothie, cold-pressed juice, or smoothie bowl at Khun Kae's
Khun Kae's Juice Bar
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Amazing smoothies, smoothie bowls, and salads.
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Take a stroll around the Old City (or hire a tuktuk) and see a few of the most famous landmarks in Chiang Mai
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Afternoon
Visit a few more landmarks, get a Thai massage, and enjoy some traditional Northern Thai cuisine
Tha Phae Gate
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Take an evening stroll around the iconic Tha Phae Gate. You may run into an activity, event, or performers
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Lila Thai Massage Prapokklao
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Lila Thai Massage employs ex-inmates from the women's prison and assists in reintegrating them into society
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Have a bowl of traditional Khao Soi as your lunch
Khao Soi Khun Yai
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Grab a bowl of Chiang Mai's most famous dish, khao soi
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Evening
Enjoy dinner and a show by seeing a traditional Northern Thai show and enjoying Northern Thai cuisine
Traditional Khantoke Dinner - Old Chiangmai Cultural Center
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After dinner, finish off your night with an amazing spot to hear local musicians and performers
The North Gate Jazz Co-Op
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You can stop by here to have a nightcap and indulge in some of the many gifted musicians that call Chiang Mai home
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Day 2: Meet the Elephants
Morning/Afternoon
Book this deeply ethical elephant excursion that is human, caring, and encompassing of a way to let humans observe elephants in their more natural habitat
Karen Elephant Serenity
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An elephant sanctuary that bases their daily schedule on the elephants' behaviors and what they do. There is feeding, walking, elephant treat-making, and bathing with the elephants.
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Evening
Visit a famous food night market in Chiang Mai where you can eat copious amounts of Thai street food, desserts, and snacks for super affordable prices
Chang Phuak Gate Night Market - Food Stalls
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An ultra-traditional nighttime staple in Thailand is hitting up one of the city's many night markets for dinner. Locals and visitors alike flock to these markets to get their dinner fix.
I recommend trying the 'Suki Chang Phuak āļŠāļļāļāļĩāđāļāđāļēāļāđāļāļ·āļāļ' stall for a great traditional Thai meal.
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Cap off your night by seeing what the local community in Chiang Mai gets up to by visiting this bar that has nightly events and activities
Off The Wall CNX
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It is a fantastic bar that sells specialty cocktails and smash burgers and hosts nightly events ranging from trivia to guest DJ sets. There is also an art gallery on the second floor, and it's a great place to meet locals and get to know some of the people who call Chiang Mai home.
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Day 3: Keep Your Head in the Clouds
Morning
Wake up and start your morning by indulging in a delicious brunch
Fern Forest Cafe
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Delicious western-style upscale open-air brunch and lunch space with fresh bakery goods
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Afternoon/Evening
Visit the iconic mountain temple of Doi Suthep and indulge in stunning 360 views of Chiang Mai. My suggestion is to do this at any point of your day that feels comfortable after the packed day you had before. Seeing Doi Suthep at sunrise is spectacular, as well as seeing it in the evening can be such a treat the way the gold sparkles and shines.
Doi Suthep
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Visit at sunrise or sunset to see some spectacular views
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Wat Umong is serene and idllyic at anytime, but it is especially stunning in the evening during candlelight.Â
Wat Umong Suan Phutthatham
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A beautiful temple and a series of temples that are illuminated in the evening and glow in the darkness
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Evening
Spend your last evening in Chiang Mai by taking a stroll through the night bazaar street, grabbing last-minute souvenirs, and trying some traditional snacks
Night Bazaar Shopping Street
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Head to the famous night bazaar in Chiang Mai to see the display of handicrafts, Thai street snacks, handmade clothing, and souvenirs for the end of your trip
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An amazing restaurant situated inside of the market with various options for all types of diets
Gulf Restaurant
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A phenomenal Middle Eastern restaurant inside of the night bazaar that has vegetarian, vegan, meat-lovers options and an amazing staff that welcomes you into their atmosphere
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