Chiang Dao Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Chiang Dao

Chiang Dao lies above the Mae Nam Ping Gorge on the green slopes of Doi ("mount") Chiang Dao. The name means "city of stars", and derives from its earlier namepiang dao, or "(at the) level of the stars". True to the name, limestone peaks reaching a height of 2,186 m (7,174 ft) make Chiang Dao an impressive area. The village is a quiet little picturesque area, with a quaint northern Thailand feel.

Top Attractions in Chiang Dao

Explore the best things to see and do in Chiang Dao:

• ★Bamboo forest
• ★Birdwatching
• ★Chiang Dao Cave
• ★Chiangdao Hot Springs
• ★Doi Luang Chiang Dao
• ★Pha Daeng National Park
• ★Pong Arng Hot Springs (บ่อน้ำร้อนโป่งอาง)
• ★San Phakia

Where to Eat in Chiang Dao

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴Chiang Dao Nest (Western food) and Chiang Dao Nest 2 (Thai food)
• 🍴Haniba Coffee
• 🍴Malee's Nature Resort
• 🍴North-side Vegetarian Restaurant
• 🍴Rim Nam
• 🍴Take Cafe

Where to Stay in Chiang Dao

• 🏨Chiang Dao Hut
• 🏨Chiang Dao Roundhouses
• 🏨Nature Home Guesthouse

Chiang Dao Travel Guide Sections

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