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Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai, Thailand

2 days in Chiang Mai

Temples, mountains and northern Thai food. Here's how to spend 2 days in Chiang Mai: a realistic day-by-day plan you can copy and tweak. The best time for this 2 days Chiang Mai trip is January, February and March. Budget roughly $130/person/day before flights.

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Length
2 days
Best time
January, February, March
~Cost/day
$130
Currency
USD
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Your 2 days Chiang Mai itinerary, day by day

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Day 1

09:00
Mueang Chiang Mai district~$5
Mueang Chiang Mai is the capital district of Chiang Mai province in northern Thailand. The district contains the city municipality of Chiang Mai and is part of the Chiang Mai urban
12:30
Three Kings Monument~$5
Three Kings Monument is a royal monument dedicated to Phaya Mangrai, Pho Khun Ramkhamhaeng, and Phaya Ngammueang, considered the founding fathers of Lanna Kingdom. It is located in
16:00
Wat Prasat, Mueang Chiang Mai
Wat Prasat is a Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand. It is situated on Inthawarorot Road in the old city.
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Day 2

09:00
Central market & street-food lunch~$12
Grab lunch where locals do.
12:30
Lanna Folklife Museum~$15
The Lanna Folklife Museum is a museum in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The museum is dedicated to the culture of Northern Thailand.
16:00
Wat Chedi Luang
Wat Chedi Luang is a Buddhist temple in the historic centre of Chiang Mai, Thailand. The current temple grounds were originally made up of three temples — Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Ho T

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What 2 days in Chiang Mai costs

What this trip costs

$712
Flights$45063%
Stay$598%
Activities$477%
Food$7811%
Local transport$314%
Shopping$213%
Buffer$264%
$356/day

Estimates for planning, so check live prices before you book.

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2 days in Chiang Mai: FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Chiang Mai?+

2 days is enough to cover the main highlights of Chiang Mai without rushing the essentials. The plan above balances the must-sees with time to wander.

What should I do on day 1 in Chiang Mai?+

Start with Mueang Chiang Mai district, Three Kings Monument and Wat Prasat, Mueang Chiang Mai. The full first day is mapped out above.

How much does 2 days in Chiang Mai cost?+

Budget around $130 per person per day for a mid-range trip (stay, food and activities), before flights, so roughly $260 per person for 2 days. The cost breakdown above splits it by category.

When is the best time to visit Chiang Mai?+

The best months to visit Chiang Mai are January, February, March and December, when the weather suits sightseeing best.

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