Siri Cottage Guidebook
Food scene
Just 7 min walk away to our house is One Nimman. It is a Community Mall with a lot of coffee shops, souvenir shops, casual dining and also a food court. Perfect to spend your early evenings on Nimmanhaemin neighbourhood.
141 locals recommend
One Nimman
25 ซอย 1Just 7 min walk away to our house is One Nimman. It is a Community Mall with a lot of coffee shops, souvenir shops, casual dining and also a food court. Perfect to spend your early evenings on Nimmanhaemin neighbourhood.
Now known as Roast8ry, hands down the best coffee in Chiang Mai, if not the best coffee in Thailand. Ristr8to has transformed the cafe scene in Chiang Mai and managed to put Chiang Mai right there at the world's top "coffee" destinations.
Their coffee is best when served in hot variants. Avoid upsetting them by asking for iced coffee.
42 locals recommend
Ristr8to Lab
14 Nimmanahaeminda RoadNow known as Roast8ry, hands down the best coffee in Chiang Mai, if not the best coffee in Thailand. Ristr8to has transformed the cafe scene in Chiang Mai and managed to put Chiang Mai right there at the world's top "coffee" destinations.
Their coffee is best when served in hot variants. Avoid upsetting them by asking for iced coffee.
This place is our favourite go to place for the real Northern Thai food. It's 5 mins walk away and only open for dinner. Do not forget to order KorMuuYang (grilled pork loin). And go there early as there could be up to an hour wait. Online queuing system can be found on the app QueQ.
102 locals recommend
Tong Tem Toh
13 Nimmanahaeminda RoadThis place is our favourite go to place for the real Northern Thai food. It's 5 mins walk away and only open for dinner. Do not forget to order KorMuuYang (grilled pork loin). And go there early as there could be up to an hour wait. Online queuing system can be found on the app QueQ.
Time for dessert? Cheevit Cheeva, which is just a block away from our house, is a Chiang Mai brand that now expands all over the country. People go there for their "shaved ice" especially the Salted Egg Bua-Loi Bingsu.
48 locals recommend
Cheevit Cheeva
6 ถนน ศิริมังคลาจารย์ ซอย 7Time for dessert? Cheevit Cheeva, which is just a block away from our house, is a Chiang Mai brand that now expands all over the country. People go there for their "shaved ice" especially the Salted Egg Bua-Loi Bingsu.
Meal planning? Or craving healthy food? Salad Concept is local's secret for staying lean and healthy.
203 locals recommend
The Salad Concept
49/9-10 ถนน นิมมานเหมินทร์Meal planning? Or craving healthy food? Salad Concept is local's secret for staying lean and healthy.
This local favourite just 5 mins walk away has just earned its place in Michelin guidebook for its famous "chicken satay" and "Khao Soi Chiang Mai noodle".
33 locals recommend
Kao Soy Nimman
22 Nimmana Haeminda Rd Lane 7This local favourite just 5 mins walk away has just earned its place in Michelin guidebook for its famous "chicken satay" and "Khao Soi Chiang Mai noodle".
This is the cafe closest to the house. One of Chiang Mai's best coffee can be found here. We suggest you try their "dirty" (a mix of hot espresso with cold milk in a cup).
Brew Fact
Siri Mangkalajarn Road Lane 7This is the cafe closest to the house. One of Chiang Mai's best coffee can be found here. We suggest you try their "dirty" (a mix of hot espresso with cold milk in a cup).
Planning fine dining out? Just 7 mins walk away you can find Blackkitch, a Michelin guide-listed establishment that offers Asian Contemporary cooking. Note that this is going to be a 10-course meal and advance booking is recommended.
13 locals recommend
Blackitch Artisan Kitchen
Planning fine dining out? Just 7 mins walk away you can find Blackkitch, a Michelin guide-listed establishment that offers Asian Contemporary cooking. Note that this is going to be a 10-course meal and advance booking is recommended.
Fancy evening cocktails? Find this speakeasy bar hidden in Nimmanhaemin Soi 5 in a shophouse’s 2nd floor. Their cocktails are definitely one of Chiang Mai’s best
The Continental Bar
Fancy evening cocktails? Find this speakeasy bar hidden in Nimmanhaemin Soi 5 in a shophouse’s 2nd floor. Their cocktails are definitely one of Chiang Mai’s best
Sightseeing
MAYA is our neighbourhood's favourite shopping centre. It has everything from fast fashion brands like H&M, a supermarket called Rimping, a 24-hour co-working space and a cinema that is open all the way to 2am. MAYA is only 12 min walk away from our house.
646 locals recommend
MAYA
55 หมู่ที่ 5 Huay Kaew RoadMAYA is our neighbourhood's favourite shopping centre. It has everything from fast fashion brands like H&M, a supermarket called Rimping, a 24-hour co-working space and a cinema that is open all the way to 2am. MAYA is only 12 min walk away from our house.
If you only have time to visit only one temple, Wat Chedi Luang is the one temple you should visit in Chiang Mai. It's located right at the centre of the Old Town moat. The main pagoda is one of the oldest in the country and has survived quite a lot of major events in Chiang Mai from war times to earth quakes.
410 locals recommend
Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara
103 Prapokkloa RdIf you only have time to visit only one temple, Wat Chedi Luang is the one temple you should visit in Chiang Mai. It's located right at the centre of the Old Town moat. The main pagoda is one of the oldest in the country and has survived quite a lot of major events in Chiang Mai from war times to earth quakes.
Things to do
JingJai Market is a flea market/farmers market that is open every Saturday and Sunday morning. On Saturday, it is called a "Hobby" market--more like a flea market selling interesting second hand products and handicrafts. On a Sunday, it is a farmers' market where there's a lot of food in particular bakery. I recommend this more than the typical Sunday walking market in the old town where I find it to be more of a tourist trap.
53 locals recommend
JingJai Market Chiang Mai
45 Thanon AtsadathonJingJai Market is a flea market/farmers market that is open every Saturday and Sunday morning. On Saturday, it is called a "Hobby" market--more like a flea market selling interesting second hand products and handicrafts. On a Sunday, it is a farmers' market where there's a lot of food in particular bakery. I recommend this more than the typical Sunday walking market in the old town where I find it to be more of a tourist trap.
A fully equipped gym that offers both HIIT classes and/or just drop-in sessions perfect for both short stay visitors and long stays alike. It is located next to the Chiang Mai University's convention centre, 10 min walk.
Playground Fitness Chiangmai
30 Nimmanahaeminda RoadA fully equipped gym that offers both HIIT classes and/or just drop-in sessions perfect for both short stay visitors and long stays alike. It is located next to the Chiang Mai University's convention centre, 10 min walk.
"Wat Pan Waen" Best Thai massage you can possibly get in Chiang Mai for a real traditional Thai massage by the aunties. Yes, this is like the Chiang Mai version of Wat Pho massage in Bangkok. I would suggest drop by in the afternoon as walk-ins are available.
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50 Pra Pok Klao Rd Soi 2"Wat Pan Waen" Best Thai massage you can possibly get in Chiang Mai for a real traditional Thai massage by the aunties. Yes, this is like the Chiang Mai version of Wat Pho massage in Bangkok. I would suggest drop by in the afternoon as walk-ins are available.
Chiang Mai's largest shopping centre where the locals get their shopping done. You can find pretty much everything here, from the latest AirPods Pros to PlayStation 5. Note that this is just another shopping mall and nothing special. If you are looking to go to a cinema, I would recommend heading to MAYA as it is closer to our home.
356 locals recommend
CentralFestival Chiangmai
99/2 หมู่ที่ 4 ถนน ซุปเปอร์ไฮเวย์ เชียงใหม่-ลำปางChiang Mai's largest shopping centre where the locals get their shopping done. You can find pretty much everything here, from the latest AirPods Pros to PlayStation 5. Note that this is just another shopping mall and nothing special. If you are looking to go to a cinema, I would recommend heading to MAYA as it is closer to our home.
Jetts is one of Thailand's biggest gym chain that offers 24-hour service. They offer daypass at 500 Baht per guest. If you ran out of things to do at any hour, perhaps this could be your thing. It is located within ONE Nimman.
Jetts 24 Hour Fitness - One Nimman
Jetts is one of Thailand's biggest gym chain that offers 24-hour service. They offer daypass at 500 Baht per guest. If you ran out of things to do at any hour, perhaps this could be your thing. It is located within ONE Nimman.
Neighborhoods
15 minute drive from our place is the Baan Tawai neighbourhood. This is where you can browse and shop for Northern Thai handicraft products.
10 locals recommend
Ban Tawai
15 minute drive from our place is the Baan Tawai neighbourhood. This is where you can browse and shop for Northern Thai handicraft products.
Old Town Chiang Mai, 5 minute drive or 20 minute walk from our cottage is where you can find many sightseeing spots including Chiang Mai's famous temples, cafes and restaurants.
35 locals recommend
Old City
Old Town Chiang Mai, 5 minute drive or 20 minute walk from our cottage is where you can find many sightseeing spots including Chiang Mai's famous temples, cafes and restaurants.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Download "Grab" Ride Sharing App
Chiang Mai has only one public transportation option : the red-trucks that you see around town. We call them Song-teaws. They are only useful if they found them but they are not that difficult to find if you walked along larger roads.
If you are looking to get around quickly, download a phone application called "Grab". They are like Uber. There are a number of options available on Grab. If you are solo traveller and keen on sitting behind a stranger on a small motorbike, you can try Grab Bike (win) for the lowest travel fee possible.