Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is the most famous temple in Chiang Mai, set on the mountainside about 15 km northwest of the old city at roughly 1,050m. A 306-step naga staircase, or a short funicular, leads up to the golden chedi and a terrace with a sweeping view over the city. Rated 4.7 from over 11,000 reviews. Open 5am to 9pm; arrive at opening for cool air and a clear view before the haze and tour buses build, and avoid the February to April burning season. Foreign entry is 30 baht.

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is a temples & culture located in Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai, Thailand. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is a temples & culture in Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai. Rated 4.7/5 across 11,557 reviews. Visitors mention pagoda, grounds, early, experience.

Details

Category: Temples & Culture. Neighborhood: Doi Suthep. Rating: 4.7/5 from 11,557 reviews.

Phone: 053 295 003

Opening hours: 0: Monday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM, 1: Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM, 2: Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM, 3: Thursday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM, 4: Friday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM, 5: Saturday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM, 6: Sunday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

What to Expect

Vibe: peaceful, nature, local favorite, rooftop/view, tourist hotspot

Best for: nature lovers, culture lovers, couples

Pros: outdoors. towards their country and budd. local thai food there. way to spend a day around doi. option. during the winter months. of all. time to explore this stunning.

Trust level: Moderate

What Visitors Say

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"It is not far from Central Chiang Mai. may be 1 hr or little more. there are elevator (With Tickets) who cannot climb stairs. My Mom and daughter can't climb so we took the elevator. no Queue or waiti": Dewang Panchal (5/5)
"am always happy to have the opportunity to pay homage to the Buddha's relics at this sacred place. Every time I visit, I feel energized and peaceful in my life. I intend to visit every year. The atmos": PHITA KPROM (5/5)

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