Top Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai

Discover top-rated buddhist temple, landmarks, and practical traveler recommendations in Chiang Mai.

12 Listed places

4.7 average across 12 rated listings

Tambon Si Phum • Suthep • Phra Sing

Paid admission for foreign visitors; check the current entrance tariff at the temple. – Paid admission for foreign visitors; inclined lift charged separately; check current fees with the temple.

Popular Neighborhoods:

Tambon Si Phum Suthep Phra Sing Tambon Su Thep Sriwichai Alley

#1 4.7 (12,710) Attractions

Wat Chedi Luang

Tambon Si Phum

Famous for: Its monumental ruined Lanna chedi, former Emerald Buddha shrine, and Chiang Mai’s sacred city pillar.

Explore Wat Chedi Luang in Chiang Mai’s Old City: its ruined Lanna chedi, standing Buddha, sacred city pillar, visiting hours, and practical…

Lanna history enthusiasts Buddhist architecture admirers Spiritual travelers

#2 4.6 (4,518) Attractions

Wat Chiang Man

Tambon Si Phum

Famous for: Chiang Mai’s oldest temple, known for its elephant-supported chedi and revered crystal and stone Buddha images.

Explore Wat Chiang Man in Chiang Mai’s Old City: elephant-supported chedi, revered crystal Buddha, free admission, daily hours and practical visiting tips.

Lanna history enthusiasts Buddhist architecture lovers Independent Old City walkers

#3 4.7 (3,602) Attractions

Wat Jed Yot, Phra Aram Luang

Famous for: Seven-spired Lanna architecture, fifteenth-century stucco deities, and its role in the 1477 Buddhist council.

Explore Wat Jed Yot in Chiang Mai for seven-spired Lanna architecture, delicate stucco deities, royal history, and free entry to a working…

Lanna architecture enthusiasts Buddhist pilgrims Thai history travelers

#4 4.6 (5,399) Attractions

Wat Lok Moli

Famous for: Its monumental sixteenth-century brick chedi, carved wooden prayer hall, and connections to Lanna royalty.

Visit Wat Lok Moli on Chiang Mai’s northern moat for its 1527 brick chedi, carved wooden prayer hall, free admission, and royal…

Lanna history enthusiasts Buddhist architecture admirers Temple photographers

#5 4.8 (5,043) Attractions

Wat Pha Lat

Sriwichai Alley

Famous for: A forest monastery on Doi Suthep known for streamside shrines, weathered sculpture, and the Monk’s Trail.

Explore Wat Pha Lat in Chiang Mai: a forest monastery with naga carvings, streamside shrines, free admission, and access along the famed…

Forest hikers Buddhist pilgrims Temple architecture enthusiasts

#6 4.6 (1,697) Attractions

Wat Phantao

Tambon Si Phum

Famous for: Its royal teak assembly hall, gilded peacock pediment, and Lanna Buddhist craftsmanship in Chiang Mai’s Old City.

Explore Wat Phantao’s royal teak hall, gilded peacock and Lanna Buddha in Chiang Mai’s Old City, with free entry beside neighboring Wat…

Lanna history enthusiasts Temple architecture admirers Independent Old City walkers

#7 4.7 (15,151) Buddhist temple

Wat Phra Singh Woramahawihan

Phra Sing

Famous for: Lanna Architecture, Phra Singh Buddha, Jataka Murals

A 14th-century Buddhist temple renowned for its exquisite Lanna architecture and revered Buddha images.

History Buffs Culture Seekers Buddhism

#8 4.7 (18,140) Attractions

Wat Phra That Doi Kham

Mae Hia

Famous for: A giant seated Buddha, jasmine offerings to Luang Por Than Jai, and elevated views across Chiang Mai.

Explore Wat Phra That Doi Kham’s giant Buddha, jasmine-offering shrine and Chiang Mai views, with practical advice on hours, admission and access.

Buddhist pilgrimage travelers Northern Thai history enthusiasts Temple architecture photographers

#9 4.7 (8,438) Buddhist temple

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Suthep

Famous for: A golden relic chedi, naga-lined staircase, and elevated views over Chiang Mai from Doi Suthep mountain.

Explore Wat Phra That Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai: its golden relic chedi, 306-step naga staircase, mountain views, transport, and temple visiting…

Buddhist heritage travelers Lanna architecture enthusiasts Mountain-view photographers

#10 4.5 (3,148) Buddhist temple

Wat Sri Suphan

Haiya Sub-district

Famous for: Silver Temple, Lanna Craftsmanship, Intricate Metalwork

A distinctive silver temple showcasing intricate metalwork and Lanna craftsmanship.

Buddhist Travelers Art Enthusiasts Culture Seekers

#11 4.6 (3,579) Attractions

Wat Suan Dok

Tambon Su Thep

Famous for: A golden relic chedi and white royal mausoleums preserving Chiang Mai’s Buddhist and dynastic history.

Explore Wat Suan Dok in Chiang Mai: its 1371 origins, golden relic chedi, white royal mausoleums, visiting hours, temple etiquette, and access…

Buddhist pilgrims Lanna history enthusiasts Temple architecture admirers

#12 4.6 (8,357) Attractions

Wat Umong The Suan Buddha Dhamma

Suthep

Famous for: Historic brick meditation tunnels, faded Buddhist paintings, and a bell-shaped chedi within Chiang Mai’s forested Suthep foothills.

Explore Wat Umong in Chiang Mai: historic brick tunnels, a hilltop chedi, forest paths, and practical advice for visiting this working monastery.

Buddhist history enthusiasts Meditation travelers Architecture lovers

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Top Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai

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