Chiang Mai Travel Guide — Northern Thailand Base

Chiang Mai Travel Guide — Northern Thailand Base

Chiang Mai is the nomad capital of Thailand — cheap, walkable, and surrounded by mountains.

See & Do

Old City temples, Doi Suthep, Nimman creative district, and weekend night bazaars.

Eat

Khao soi everywhere; the Sunday Walking Street; excellent third-wave coffee in Nimman.

Where to Stay

Nimman for digital nomads, Old City for charm, Riverside for quiet. Monthly condos from ~$300.

Logistics

Red trucks (songthaew) and Grab; walkable core. Cool season Nov–Feb is ideal; burn-season Mar–Apr is hazy.

Best Time to Visit

Nov–Feb

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