Tourist attractions and places of interest
in Chiang Rai

- Oub Kham Museum
Is located near Den Ha market, 1 kilometer from the center of town. The collection embraces objects from the areas once belonging to, or affiliated with Lanna kingdoms: present north Thailand and some parts of northeast Myanmar, southwest China and Vietnam.

- Wat Phra Kaeo
Situated on Trairat Road, was one of Thailand’s most important Buddha statue discovered in 1354. The statue had been moved by various state rules to be placed in their re-spective capitals as a symbol of dominance, including Lampang, Chiang Rai and Vientiane before finally enshrined in Bangkok’s Wat Phra Kaeo during the reign of King Rama I of the Rattanakosin period.

- Kok River
Flows through the town of Chiang Rai and is 130 kilometers long. Long-tailed boats can be rented from town to travel along the river, on both sides of which are lovely sceneries. Stops can be made at hilltribal villages of the Akha or Iko, Lisu, Karen, etc. Elephant rides are also available to see the surrounding area. Another river route starts from Tha Ton in Chiang Mai going northward to Chiang Rai town. The trip takes about four hours. Trips by bamboo raft takes 3 days and 2 nights.

- Ho Watthanatham Nithat
Located at the former city hall, is a museum exhibiting ancient artifacts and written records on history, literature and indigenous intelligence as well as exhibits on royal activities by the late Princess Mother at Doi Tung.

- Wat Phra That Chedi Luang
Located in Chiang Saen old town, was build by King Saen Phu, the 3rd ruler of the Lanna Kingdom in early 13th Century. Ancient sites include the bell-shaped, Lanna style principal Chedi which measures 88 meters height with a base 24 meters width, is the largest structure in Chiang Saen. There are also remains of ancient Viharn and Chedi.

- Chiang Saen National Museum
Is where knowledge can be sought concerning archaeology, settlements and history of the town. There are replicas of the community and scores of ancient relics including Lanna-style sculptures, Buddha statues and inscription stones from Phayao and Chiang Saen itself. In addition, there are exhibitions of indigenous art objects of the Thai Yai, Thai Lu and other hilltribes. These items include musical instruments, ornaments, opium-smoking accessories, etc.

- Doi Pha Tang
About 160 kilometers from the provincial town, is a viewing point on top of a high cliff over Thai-Laotian border affording a delightful scene for the river and the sea of mist throughout the year. During December-January, blooming Sakuras provide picturesque scenery. The Haws are remnants of the 93rd Chinese Division who moved in to settle on Doi Pha Tang.

- Chiang Saen
Was an ancient town located on the bank of Mekong River. The district can be reached by taking Highway No 110 from Chiang Rai for some 30 kilometers. Originally called Wiang Hiran Nakhon Ngoen Yang, it served as the main town before King Mengrai established Chiang Rai as the capital in 1262. Traces of old double city walls and many other antiquities still remain in and outside the district town.

- Mae Sai
- Khun Chae National Park
- Wat Phra Sing
- Wat Phra That Doi Chom Thong
- Wat Phra Chao Lan Thong
- Doi Mae Salong