Stories & routes
The complete guide to Chiang Mai
Routes, food, temples, festivals and the honest how-to of getting around — from people who actually live here. New to the city? Start with our guide to the best things to do in Chiang Mai.
Is Chiang Mai safe? An honest answer from people who live here
Crime against visitors is rare here and the scams are mild. What actually hurts people is the road, and for six weeks a year the air. The numbers for 2024 to 2026, and what we would do about each risk.
Huay Kaew Waterfall, Chiang Mai: ten minutes from Nimman
Mae Kampong by scooter: the mountain village day trip from Chiang Mai
Monk's Trail, Chiang Mai: ride to the trailhead, hike to Wat Pha Lat
New Year's Eve in Chiang Mai 2026/27: the honest guide
Doi Ang Khang by scooter: the cold-season ride to the Myanmar border
Songkran in Chiang Mai 2027: the honest guide
Loy Krathong & Yi Peng in Chiang Mai 2026: the honest guide
Muay thai in Chiang Mai: where to train & watch fights
Do you need a license to ride a scooter in Thailand?
Rainy season in Chiang Mai: what it's really like
Chiang Mai Night Safari: what it costs & how it works
Breakfast in the Old Town: our 3 favourite spots
Where to buy groceries (and medicine) in Chiang Mai
Living in Chiang Mai: everything you need to know
Wat Suan Dok: Chiang Mai's Flower Garden Temple
Wat Chedi Luang: Chiang Mai's giant ruined temple
Wat Phra Singh: Chiang Mai's most revered temple
The best gyms in Chiang Mai for lifting weights
The Mae Hong Son Loop: Thailand's best motorbike road trip
Chiang Mai to Pai by scooter: riding the legendary 762 curves
The Samoeng Loop: the perfect first ride from Chiang Mai
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep: how to visit Chiang Mai's mountain temple
Doi Inthanon: how to visit Thailand's highest mountain
5 best markets in Chiang Mai: where to eat, shop, and explore
The Sticky Waterfalls (Bua Tong): climb a waterfall near Chiang Mai
Ethical elephant sanctuaries in Chiang Mai: how to choose (and where to go)
Northern Thai food you need to try in Chiang Mai (our favorite local dishes)
The ultimate guide to scooter rental in Chiang Mai (without getting burned)
Where to get the best burger in Chiang Mai
Top 5 cocktail bars in Chiang Mai – our honest picks
5 scooter trips from Chiang Mai, by how much time you have
Road safety in Thailand: staying safe on your scooter
