The charming city of Chiang Mai is a mix of atmospheric temples and sleepy streets. There&rsquo;s nowhere quite like it, which is why we&rsquo;re taking you exploring to see the city&rsquo;s best temples with a knowledgeable guide. During this morning or afternoon tour, we&rsquo;ll hit up the following stops:

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Wat Phra Singh: The holiest temple in Chiang Mai after <a href="https://thetripguru.com/destination/place/wat-phrathat-doi-suthep" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Doi Suthep</a>, this 700-year-old religious site is often described as the most beautiful in the city. Inside you&rsquo;ll find an enormous &lsquo;Lion Buddha&rsquo;, as well as gilded pagodas, murals and statues &ndash; all of utmost importance to the Thai people.

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Wat Chedi Luang: This large Buddhist temple in the heart of Chiang Mai is one of the city&rsquo;s most famous locations. The enormous crumbling chedi built in 1441 is surrounded by striking elephant and serpent statues. These snake-like animals are known as nagas: mythical creatures who guard temples of great value!

&ldquo;Lovely temple packed with history&rdquo; &mdash;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g293917-d447585-r723959403-Wat_Chedi_Luang_Varavihara-Chiang_Mai.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Niko, Argentina</a> 

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Wat Suan Dok: Countless white stupas and a backdrop of Doi Suthep mountain make this one of the city&rsquo;s most attractive temples, thus deserving a place on our Chiang Mai Temple Tour! It&rsquo;s thought that a tooth from the Buddha himself is enclosed at the temple&rsquo;s heart. Let your experienced guide show you around and fill you in on the history.

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Wat Chiang Man: We&rsquo;ll finish the tour at Chiang Mai&rsquo;s oldest temple dating back to 1296. The gleaming gold chedi is seriously impressive, but we think you&rsquo;ll also love the atmospheric flower garden which doubles as a fantastic photo spot. After we&rsquo;ve finished this Chiang Mai temple tour, we&rsquo;ll transfer you back to your accommodation to cool down and sort through your photos.

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&ldquo;One of the oldest temples and a must-visit in Chiang Mai. Lovely temple and surroundings&rdquo; &mdash;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g293917-d447343-r723951818-Wat_Chiang_Man-Chiang_Mai.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fenny, UAE</a>

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Thailand

Includes: 4 temples, guide, transportation, water

Chiang Mai Temples & City History Tour – Half Day

Chiang Mai, former seat of the Lanna kingdom, is the perfect foil to Bangkok’s buzzing cosmopolis. Culture, history, arts, and nature thrive in this northern capital – not to mention food!