⛩️ Temples & Culture
Chiang Mai
Doi Suthep Temple
4.6(58,000 reviews)
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is a sacred Buddhist temple perched on Doi Suthep mountain at 1,676m above sea level. Founded in 1383, it features a magnificent golden chedi and panoramic views over Chiang Mai.
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
15°C – 36°C(59°F – 97°F)
Crowds
High
Peak: December – January & Songkran (April)
Getting there
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) has direct flights from Bangkok (1 hr), Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. Overnight sleeper trains from Bangkok take ~12 hrs.
Getting around
- •Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks)
- •Grab (available in city centre)
- •Motorbike rental (฿150–250/day)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate price first)