2025 Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)
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Wat Phra Singh, Chiang Rai
Wat Phra Singh, Chiang Rai
... is an ancient temple built during the Mangrai Dynasty. It is currently located in Chiang Rai Municipality, Wiang Subdistrict, Mueang District, Chiang Rai Province.
... The temple's chapel is in Lanna art. There are lions beside the door and the Naga stairs. Inside is the Phra Singh or Phra Buddha Sihing, which is highly revered by Chiang Rai people.
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Four-eared, five-eyed serpent
Phaya Si Hu Ha Ta
.. is a legendary creature at Wat Phra That Doi Khao Kwai, Mueang District, Chiang Rai Province
.. It is said that it looks like a fat black bear with two pairs of ears and five eyes. It eats hot coals and defecates gold.
.. The villagers highly respect it, saying that if you come to pay homage, you will receive good fortune.
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Chic cafe'
It's a moderately mysterious coffee and food 😂 The view is good. I forgot to take a picture of the outside. You can visit the shop's Facebook page. ☺️
☕️The taste of the coffee is delicious for us. If you like it sweet, you can order more. The shop makes it just the right amount of sweet. 👍🏻
🥗The food is so delicious. We're hungry. 😂 The traditional glass noodle salad is delicious. The corn salad with salted eggs is also great. There are many more. You have to try it. The price is not expensive at all. You get a lot of shrimp. Hehe
📍Come and try it. The shop is located in Nong Dan, Tambon Rob Wiang. Enter the alley next to Rob Wiang Health Promotion Hospital (Nong Dan). Come along the road and you will see the shop. 📌#Beautiful cafe to tell #Review Chiang Rai cafe #Nong Dan #Visit Chiang Rai #Chiang Rai #Restaurant
See the art graphic exhibition @ Old Chiang Rai Bus Terminal
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See the art graffiti @ Old Bus Terminal, Chiang Rai
.. Chiang Rai is the northernmost province of Thailand. It is outstanding in terms of nature and many interesting cultures.
.. When mentioning Chiang Rai, many people must think of Wat Rong Khun, Wat Rong Suea Ten, Wat Huai Plakang, as well as nature such as Doi Tung, Phu Chi Fa.
.. Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 (Old Bus Terminal or Old Bus Terminal) is located in the heart of Chiang Rai. Therefore, artists have been brought in to draw interesting graffiti pictures of various tribes on the pillars and walls of the building to attract tourists waiting for the bus to visit Chiang Rai.
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Visit Phra Buddha Sihing in Chiang Rai.
Visit Phra Buddha Sihing in Chiang Rai
Wat Phra Singh, Chiang Rai
.. Wat Phra Singh is located on Tha Luang Road, Wiang Subdistrict, Mueang District, Chiang Rai Province, next to the old Chiang Rai City Hall.
.. The temple has the Viharn Kaew, a hall built to replace the original Ho Phra Singh Noi, to enshrine Phra Singh Noi or Phra Buddha Sihing. This Buddha image is in the Mara Vichaya posture, in Lanna art style, with a lap width of 37 centimeters and a total height of 66 centimeters, made of bronze and gilded, and enshrined on a busabok (a traditional Thai-style throne).
.. The Viharn Kaew is a hall with a cement base, and the hall itself is made entirely of golden teak wood. Inside, there are mural paintings depicting the legend of Phra Buddha Sihing.
.. Open daily from 07:00 to 18:30.

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Take your father to see a beautiful temple in the middle of Chiang Rai.
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Take your father to worship and admire the beauty of Lanna-Tai Yai architecture at Wat Ming Muang, Chiang Rai Province.
.. This temple is popularly called Wat Ngio by the Tai Yai people, while Chiang Rai people call it Wat Chang Moob (Elephant Kneeling). Some call it Wat Talam Mae Si, after the name of its creator.
.. This temple is as old as the founding of Chiang Rai. It is said that the creator of Wat Ming Muang was Chao Nang Talam Mae Si, the consort of King Mengrai the Great, the daughter of the Burmese king of the city of Bago.
.. Inside the temple, there are many interesting things, such as the golden wooden chapel in a combination of Tai Yai and Lanna art. The ceiling is decorated in Traibhumi and Pali styles in the shape of a swan. This is the only wooden chapel in Chiang Rai that still exists today.
.. At the back, there is a Lanna-style pagoda called "Phra That Ming Muang".
.. Open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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See the exhibition...Chiang Rai City 750 Years
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Chiang Rai City History Hall 750 Years, Chiang Rai Provincial Administrative Organization
.. Located on Utrakit Road, Tambon Rob Wiang, Mueang District, Chiang Rai Province
.. By renovating the original Mengrai Anusorn Hall to be a source of learning about the background of the locality, social development, history, arts, culture, traditions
.. Inside the history hall, content is displayed from the pre-historic era, the era of city construction, changes until it became the current Chiang Rai city
.. Including exhibits of stories of the way of life, wisdom, politics, governance and the proud cultural identity of Chiang Rai people, all of which are presented with models combined with modern media, both slides and easy to learn
.. Open for free admission every Monday-Friday from 09.00-17.00 hrs.
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Wat Ming Muang.. A beautiful temple in Chiang Rai.
Wat Ming Muang
.. is a Tai Yai temple that is as old as the city of Chiang Rai, approximately 800 years. In the past, there was a Tai Yai community living around the temple, and it features Burmese-style religious art and artifacts, hence it was called Wat Ngiao.
.. However, the name widely known among the people of Chiang Rai is Wat Chang Moob, which in the Northern dialect means 'Temple of the Kneeling Elephant'.
.. According to historical evidence and ancient tales, this temple is significant for the royal elephants of King Mengrai the Great of the Lanna Kingdom.
one.two.tea Coffee and Tea House
Chiang Rai
👉 A small, minimalistic Japanese-style cafe with affordable prices. The staff are lovely and provide excellent service. They offer a variety of drinks, and coffee lovers who prefer strong brews shouldn't miss this place. They also have delicious bakery items. The cafe is located on Phahonyothin Road, in front of Rajabhat Chiang Rai University. If you're in the area, I recommend stopping by to support them.
📌 Location: Ban Du Subdistrict, Mueang District, Chiang Rai Province
⏰ Hours: Monday-Sunday, 09:00-19:30
🚗 Parking is available in front of the cafe along the road.
Eden Café | Chiang Rai
👉 A hidden café in the mountains of Chiang Rai amidst nature, near Nang Lae Waterfall, not far from the city. A backyard café with a beautiful garden offering both food and drinks. The atmosphere is comfortable and spacious, and there is also a meeting room available.
📌 Location: Nang Lae Subdistrict, Mueang District, Chiang Rai Province
⏰ Open: Monday-Sunday from 09:00-18:00
🚗 Convenient parking available

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Downtown Gallery Chiangrai
Downtown Gallery
City of Chiangrai
.. This gallery was established by the Chiangrai Municipality and the Khua Silpa Association to attract tourists and the general public to appreciate the natural beauty, public parks, and tourist attractions within Chiangrai province.
.. The gallery is located in the old Chiangrai Bus Terminal 1 building on Prasopsuk Road, Mueang District, Chiangrai province.
.. Inside, visitors can view oil and watercolor paintings by artists and students from Chiangrai. There is also a seating area for discussions and art exchanges, as well as a small meeting room.
.. Additionally, the gallery provides information on various tourist attractions within the Chiangrai Municipality and travel plans throughout the province.
Take a stroll in Chiang Rai for 2-3 hours.
Explore Chiang Rai
If you have limited time, stay in Chiang Rai city.
.. Spend 2-3 hours leisurely walking around Chiang Rai's markets.
.. Start at Wat Phra Singh, Chiang Rai, and pay respects to the Phra Buddha Sihing.
.. Then cross over to take photos at the old Chiang Rai City Hall.
.. Walk to Wat Phra Kaew to worship the Jade Buddha of Chiang Rai and King Mengrai the Great.
.. Continue to the Chiang Rai Clock Tower, the most beautiful clock tower in Thailand.
Jae Homecook: Delicious Korean Food in Chiang Rai
Jae Homecook, a Korean restaurant located in downtown Chiang Rai, stands out with its two-story house style exterior featuring white wrought iron balconies. The glass doors and windows on the lower floor, adorned with white curtains, create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Inside, the restaurant offers a cozy and friendly ambiance.
The dish shown in the picture is Korean pork rice, stir-fried with various seasonings and served with a runny fried egg on top. The seasoned pork emits a fragrant aroma and has a rich flavor, while the runny fried egg adds a perfect balance to the dish.
Jae Homecook is a great choice for those who love Korean food and are looking for a relaxing spot in the comfortable setting of Chiang Rai.
Kyoto shi Cafe คาเฟ่ญี่ปุ่นกลางเมืองเชียงราย
⛩️ Kyoto shi Cafe ⛩️
📮 Address -
634/2 Singhaklai Road, Wiang Subdistrict, Mueang Chiang Rai District, Chiang Rai 57000
🏡 Atmosphere/Location -
Kyoto Shi Cafe is a cafe decorated in Japanese style. There is food and drinks for sale. Before entering the shop, you have to pay an entrance fee of 50 baht per person, but you can use it as a discount on drinks and food. The atmosphere inside the shop will change according to the festival. In February, the shop will be decorated in the theme of Valentine's Day and Chinese New Year.
📌 Highlights -
There are many beautiful photo corners. The atmosphere is like being in Japan. Suitable for taking your lover on a date.
Average price per person - 100 baht
Score 10/10
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Beautiful garden by the Kok River...ASEAN flower festival
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The beautiful garden by the Kok River in Chiang Rai Province is not only a place to relax in the city, but during the winter, from the end of December to the beginning of January of every year, there will be a planting of winter flowers for free viewing.
It is the ASEAN Flower Festival... Each year the theme is different. Some years, there is an exhibition and competition of art, including paintings and photographs.
The highlight flowers here are tulips, lilies, and orchids...
The venue is spacious because it is a public park by the Kok River, so there are many corners and paths to choose from to see the flowers. There is also a boat service on the Kok River.
I like to go here every year when the event is held. The weather is cool and comfortable. There are many food stalls, especially behind the municipal school, where there are stalls like the annual festival of the province.
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