Chiang Rai Walking Street
Street-food stands & stalls selling wooden carvings & batik clothing at a busy market.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Chiang Rai Walking Street, round out your day in Chiang Rai with contrasting stops nearby.
Visitor Reviews
A place where you can buy souvenirs, clothes and garments. Open till 2am and it is crowded almost on a daily basis. (Peak season from Oct to Dec is extremwly crowded). A few restaurants here and there to serve the hungry too. A must to visit when in Chiang rai.
Very crowded, but prices are great—at least 30% cheaper than in Bangkok.
Cool place where you can get relax and chill. Chiang Rai Walking Street is a lively weekend night market and pedestrian street in the heart of Chiang Rai, Thailand. Every Saturday (and often Sunday) evening, central roads like Thanalai Road and San Khong Noi Road close to traffic and transform into vibrant walking streets filled with street food stalls, local handicrafts, clothing, souvenirs, live music, and traditional performances, offering a fun blend of food, culture, and shopping for both tourists and locals.
Location Info
Thanalai, Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, ThailandTips for Visiting Markets & Shopping
Haggle at Markets, Not Malls
Prices at market stalls are negotiable — start at 50–60% of the asking price and meet in the middle. Fixed-price shops and malls don't haggle. Smile and keep it friendly; aggressive bargaining is considered rude.
Arrive Early or Late
Vendors believe the first sale of the day is lucky — you'll often get a better deal if you arrive right when the market opens. Late in the evening, sellers may also discount to avoid packing unsold goods.
Be Cautious with Tailors
Bangkok has excellent tailors, but also many tourist traps. Avoid anyone offering suspiciously cheap suits or who approaches you on the street. Ask your hotel for recommendations, read reviews, and always get two fittings.
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Wat Huay Pla Kang
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)
Rainy season
June – September
Avg. temperature
14°C – 35°C(57°F – 95°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – February
Getting there
Mae Fah Luang Airport (CEI) has direct flights from Bangkok (1.5 hrs). Bus from Chiang Mai takes ~3 hrs. Scenic Golden Triangle road trip from Chiang Mai.
Getting around
- •Grab (available in city centre)
- •Songthaews
- •Motorbike rental (฿200/day)
- •Car hire (for Golden Triangle & hill tribes)