Beach near Chiang Rai, Thailand

Chiang Rai Travel Guide

Thailand

Chiang Rai is a city of 78,756 people in northern Thailand. It sits inland, so it is a practical base for exploring the northern part of the country rather than a coastal beach break.

Most air travellers arrive at Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI), the airport serving the city. There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres, so plan for inland sightseeing rather than nearby seaside trips.

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Local time

78,756

Population

5,561 miles away

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Weather in Chiang Rai

Sun

32°

Mon

32°

Tue

31°

Know before you go

Pays in THB

Plug type Type A & Type B & Type C & Type O (UK adapter needed)

Emergency 191

Dial code +66

Tipping: Tipping is not mandatory in Thailand, but it is a customary way to show appreciation for good service. While not always expected, small tips are generally appreciated, especially in tourist areas.

Best time to visit Chiang Rai

Jan

27°3

Feb

30°3

Mar

33°2

Apr

35°5

May

33°18

Jun

31°28

Jul

30°28

Aug

29°27

Sep

30°22

Oct

29°19

Nov

27°10

Dec

26°5

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Things to do in Chiang Rai

  1. วัดพระสิงห์

    buddhist place of worship

    1.1 km

  2. วัดพระธาตุดอยเขาควาย

    religious organization

    4.5 km

  3. วัดกลางเวียง

    buddhist place of worship

    0.8 km

  4. วัดเจ็ดยอด

    buddhist place of worship

    1.2 km

  5. วัดมิ่งเมือง

    buddhist place of worship

    1.3 km

  6. วัดดงหนองเป็ด

    buddhist place of worship

    2.2 km

  7. ดีคอนโด ฮาย เชียงราย

    historic site

    2.7 km

  8. พิพิธภัณฑ์โฮงหลวงแสงแก้ว วัดพระแก้วเชียงราย

    museum

    1.4 km

Getting there

Chiang Rai International Airport · 6.3 km

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