Chiang Mai Tuk-Tuk City Tour: Temples, Markets & Silver Temple

Four temples and two markets in three hours, moving through the city the way it actually works.

A three-hour tuk-tuk tour of Chiang Mai's Old City with a live English-speaking guide, visiting Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Sri Suphan, Wat Lok Moli, Warorot Market and the Flower Market. Entry to Chedi Luang Temple, tuk-tuk transport, bottled water and snacks are included. Pickup is available. The tour suits all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Wat Chedi Luang30m · entry included
2. Warorot Market30m

Explore Chiang Mai's historic temples and markets

• Visit Wat Chedi Luang temple
• Admire silver craftsmanship at Wat Sri Suphan
• Explore Wat Lok Moli temple and gardens
• Experience local life at Warorot Market

The experience

The tour starts with Wat Chedi Luang, the 600-year-old temple at the heart of the Old City whose name means "Temple of the Big Stupa." Parts are under restoration, but the scale and historical weight are still there. This is where the Emerald Buddha once lived. From there the tuk-tuk moves to Wat Sri Suphan, the Silver Temple, where the entire structure inside and out is covered in handcrafted silver decoration. Built around 1500, it is one of Chiang Mai's oldest temples and the craftsmanship is the kind of detail that stops you mid-stride.

Wat Lok Moli comes next, a 14th-century temple with a large brick chedi rising from the grounds and surrounded by gardens. Its main prayer hall faces north, which is uncommon in Lanna architecture, and the wood carvings and traditional designs fill the space with a quietness most of Chiang Mai's busier temples don't have. The guide explains the history and the royal connections as you walk through.

The second half is market time. Warorot Market, also called Kad Luang, is one of the oldest in the city and sits near the Ping River: a working market where locals buy produce, spices and street food, not a stage for tourists. You walk through the stalls, sample Northern Thai snacks like sai ua (spicy sausage) and nam prik (chili dips), and browse handicrafts and souvenirs at prices that reflect what locals pay. The Flower Market is the last stop, a burst of color and the kind of place that photographs itself. Bottled water and snacks are provided throughout. The tuk-tuk is your transport for all three hours, and the guide handles the entry fees and the route.

What’s included

• Tuk-tuk transport for the full three hours.
• entry fee to Wat Chedi Luang.
• visits to Wat Sri Suphan, Wat Lok Moli, Warorot Market and the Flower Market.
• bottled water and snacks throughout the tour.
• live English-speaking guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 15:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (8 and older) · Child (2 to 7 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and Thai

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Sunleisure World

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to move through Chiang Mai the way the city actually works (by tuk-tuk, stopping where locals shop and pray) rather than following a fixed bus route. The three-hour length fits a morning or afternoon without eating into the rest of your day.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Thai.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 7 years); Infant (under 2): free.

What is Wat Chedi Luang and why is it important to Chiang Mai?

Wat Chedi Luang is a 600-year-old Buddhist temple at the center of Chiang Mai's Old City, once home to the Emerald Buddha. Its name translates to "Temple of the Big Stupa," and despite ongoing restoration, it remains one of the city's most revered temples and a major landmark in the Old City.

What makes Wat Sri Suphan different from other temples in Chiang Mai?

Wat Sri Suphan, built around 1500, is known as the Silver Temple because its entire surface (inside and out) is covered in sparkling handcrafted silver decoration. This intricate silverwork is unique to this temple and makes it visually distinct from other temples in the city.

Is Warorot Market a place where locals actually shop, or is it set up for tourists?

Warorot Market is a working market where locals buy fresh produce, spices, clothing and handicrafts. It sits near the Ping River and is known for affordable prices and authentic Northern Thai street food like sai ua and nam prik, making it a genuine hub of daily life rather than a tourist attraction.

How long does the tour take and what is included in the price?

The tour runs three hours and includes tuk-tuk transport for the entire route, entry to Chedi Luang Temple, visits to all four temples and both markets, bottled water, snacks, and a live English-speaking guide.

Do I need to arrange my own way to the tour, or is pickup included?

Pickup is included with the tour, so you don't need to arrange separate transport to the starting point.