Top 15 Chiang Mai Old City Tours

1.3 Hour Old City and Temples Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,568 reviews · 3 hours · from $16Our pick

This three-hour walking tour visits Wat Chedi Luang, teak-built Wat Phan Tao and ornate Wat Phra Singh. An English-speaking local guide explains Chiang Mai’s history, Buddhist traditions and temple details; past guides have included Nana, Sunny and TomTam, though your guide may differ. Expect extra entrance fees, warm weather and frequent shoe removal.

“Excellent tour, guide Nana was fantastic. I’d recommend this to anyone in Chiang Mai”

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2.Historic Old City Bike Tour – Morning or Night

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 263 reviews · 4 hours · from $39

Ride 12 to 14 km through Chiang Mai’s Old City, from Tha Phae Gate to temple grounds, quiet lanes and a local market. Choose a morning ride or a cooler evening outing, with snacks, water and temple donations included. Guides such as Kitty, Mai, T and Farm have led the route, sharing local history and keeping the group together in traffic.

“An was an AWESOME guide! We had a blast on this tour, learned so much about Chiang Mai, and got a great lay of the land. If you are traveling to Chiang Mai, this tour is a MUST if you want to get aquatinted with old town! Markets, Temples, local knowledge!”

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3.Historic Old City Bike Tour – Morning or Night

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 202 reviews · from $39Top rated

Ride about 12 to 14 km through Chiang Mai’s Old City, using quieter lanes to reach temples, Tha Phae Gate, the Three Kings Monument and a local market. An English-speaking guide leads the roughly four-hour tour, with morning and night departures, water and snacks included. Guides have included Kitty, Farm, James and Gun; the route and guide may vary.

“This was an unexpectedly fun and light activity in old town Chiang Mai. Our guide was very knowledgeable and attentive, and it was a fun way to see the city.”

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4.Private Chiang Mai Old City Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 157 reviews

This four-hour private tuk-tuk ride links Chiang Mai’s old gates, temples, Three Kings Monument and a local market, with pickup within 5 km of the Old City. Your driver handles the city streets while you explore on foot at each stop. An English-speaking guide is not included, and some routes have included craft-showroom visits, so set your priorities before you leave.

“Good trip but only negative was visiting the factory shops and being put under pressure to buy goods.”

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5.Private Historic Old City Bike Tour – Night

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 143 reviews · 4 hours

Ride 12 to 14 km through Chiang Mai’s Old City on a private, easy-paced bike tour, with stops at Tha Phae Gate, Wat Chedi Luang, the Three Kings Monument and a local market. An English-speaking guide shares local history, helps you try simple snacks and leads you along quieter lanes. Evening rides add illuminated temples and a night-market stop.

“Had an amazing experience exploring the city. Our guide was extremely informative, friendly, and taught us a lot about the history of Chiang Mai. 10 out of 10.”

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6.Exploration of Old City by Private Tuk-Tuk

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 127 reviews · 4 hours

Ride through Chiang Mai’s Old City in a private tuk-tuk, stopping at Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh, Tha Phae Gate, and two local markets. Your driver handles the route; this is transport with sightseeing stops, not a guaranteed guided tour. Drivers such as Alan, Oy, and Son have earned praise for friendly service, but English explanations can vary.

“Lovedddd my guide! The tour was awesome and he was so friendly, kind and patient. Great experience!”

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7.Half-Day Old Town Cycling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 87 reviews · 3 hours · from $41

Ride through Chiang Mai’s old town and nearby lanes with an English-speaking guide, stopping at quiet temples, Warorot Market, and a blacksmith community. The three-hour outing includes a city bike, helmet, refreshments, snacks, lunch, and complimentary photos. Guides such as Vivi, Kom, and TK have led tours, though your guide may vary. Expect a gentle ride, with some traffic to navigate.

“Nice to see how the local area work in a day to environment and it gets you in the middle of it all with a gentle cycle from place to place”

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8.Traditional Thai Massage at award winning Fah Lanna Spa – Old City branch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 38 reviews · from $26

At Fah Lanna Spa’s Old City branch, your two-hour traditional Thai massage begins with a homemade herbal drink and a consultation, then continues in a private room while you wear a loose traditional costume. Finish with ginger tea and a light snack. The spa is near public transport, and couples may be able to share a treatment room.

“Great experience! A wonderful time from start to finish - thank you for the wonderful treatment at your spa. I booked the 2 hour massage - very professional and excellent mix of relaxation and pressure and stretching. They really know what they are doing. Also loved the location, beautifully designed!”

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9.Chiang Mai Old City & Temples Guided Walking Tour – 3 Hrs

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · from $16

Visit Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phan Tao, and Wat Phra Singh on a three-hour walk through Chiang Mai’s Old City. Your English- and Thai-speaking guide shares temple history and Buddhist customs, with time for questions. The group is capped at 15, and entrance fees are paid separately.

“Koi did a great job! Her English was very good and she had just the right amount of details! Blessing at a temple was nice.”

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10.Old Town Chiang Mai Food Tour with 10+ Local Dishes Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $54

Walk Chiang Mai’s Old Town with a local guide, tasting 10 or more Northern Thai dishes across a roughly three-hour tour. Try khao soi, sai ua, laab khua, coconut pancakes, and butterfly pea ice cream, with stops at Three Kings Monument, a vocational training massage center, and Wat Lok Molee. Choose a morning or afternoon departure, or ask about a private tour.

“The tour was great - A large selection of foods and generous portions! Nicha was an excellent guide. She knows Chiang Mai well and had lots of great suggestions for sites to see, best places to get Khao Soi, places to shop and a spa recomRead more”

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11.Old Town History and Culture Walking Tour at Chiang Mai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $15Best value

Meet your English-speaking local guide at the Three Kings Monument for a 2.5-hour walk through Chiang Mai’s Lanna past. Visit Wat Phra Singh, then Wat Chedi Luang, with temple entry included and a chance to hear monks speak. Groups are capped at eight, and the tour ends at Wat Chedi Luang.

“Excellent tour of 3 different temple complexes in old town Chiang Mai. The guide spoke English well and started and finished on time. Pacing was perfect, we never felt rushed or bored.we learned a bit a out the history and culture of the region.”

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12.Aromatherpy Oil Massage at award winning Fah Lanna Spa – Old City Branch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · from $50

At Fah Lanna Spa’s Old City branch, choose an aromatherapy oil massage in a private room, with 60-, 90-, and 120-minute sessions listed. Arrive early for a short consultation, then change into provided clothing. Afterward, you can shower and rest with ginger tea or a snack. Four massage types and several daily appointment times are available.

“Very relaxing, would recommend. Prompt appointment, cafe was enjoyable. There’s a nice restaurant across the street for lunch.”

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13.2 Hour Relaxation Luxury Spa Package at Fah Lanna Spa – Old City Branch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $76

At Fah Lanna Spa’s Old City branch, this private two-hour package combines reflexology foot massage and aromatherapy oil massage in a treatment room after a health consultation. Snacks and local taxes are included. The therapists named in individual accounts include Fha, Yok, Apple, and Pham, but your therapist is not specified in advance.

“Fah Lanna is hands down the best spa in Chiang Mai. And this was hands down one of the best massages I’ve ever had. Fha is has a natural gift and she had me melting into the table in no time. I will definitely request her the next time I’m in Chiang Mai.”

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14.Chiang Mai Old City & Temples 3 hour Twilight Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $18

Join an English- and Thai-speaking guide at 5 pm for a three-hour walk through Chiang Mai’s Old City. Visit Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang, then finish at the Three Kings Monument. Guides have included Bam, Art, James, Boom, Boon, and Watsana; temple admission costs extra.

“Excellent private walking tour of the temples of Chiang Mai with lots of detail provided by our tour guide Art. Recommended.”

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15.Chiang Mai Old City Twilight Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 8 reviews · 3 hours · from $20

Start at Wat Phra Singh for a three-hour guided walk through Chiang Mai’s Old City. Your English-speaking guide explains the temples’ history, architecture, and spiritual meaning before you continue to Wat Chedi Luang and finish at the Three Kings Monument. Expect a calm evening pace, two temple visits, and separate entrance fees.

“Very good tour with excellent guide! Very knowledgeable and friendly. Dropped us off in China town at end of tour. Would definitely recommend this to anyone!”

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