Old City on foot
Historic Temples and City Guided Walking Tour
Three hours, five temples and Lanna history with a local guide – 4.8 stars from 800+ reviews.
From about $21 (Nov 2026)
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Wat Jed Yod: Chiang Mai’s seven-spired temple (2026)
A 15th-century Lanna temple modelled on the Mahabodhi, free to enter and rarely crowded. How to visit it on your own – and the best tours for the rest of Chiang Mai.
Top tours for Chiang Mai’s temples
No tour is dedicated to Wat Jed Yod – it is easy to visit on your own. These are the best-reviewed temple tours for the rest of your stay. Prices are GetYourGuide from-prices per adult, Nov 2026.
Doi Suthep
Wat Pha Lat & Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Tour
Wat Pha Lat and the golden chedi of Doi Suthep in the evening light – 4.8 stars, 1,300+ reviews.
From about $22 (Nov 2026)
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Chiang Rai day trip
Chiang Rai White, Blue and Red Temples and Karen Tribe
White, Blue and Red Temples in one long day – the most-reviewed tour in Chiang Mai.
From about $29 (Nov 2026)
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Old City temples with a guide, 2–3 hours.
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Cover more temples – morning, evening or electric tuk-tuk.
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The mountain temple – sunrise, sunset or by red truck.
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White, Blue and Red Temples in a 12–13 hour day.
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Lit-up temples, chanting monks and Lanna food.
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On your own or with a guide?
Wat Jed Yod is easy to do yourself. For the rest, this is what each tour type costs and covers.
| Best for | From (USD, Nov 2026) | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wat Jed Yod on your own | Quiet history, no crowds | free entry + Grab | 1–1.5 h |
| Old City walking tour | Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh | about $12 | 2–3 h |
| Bike or tuk-tuk tour | More temples in less time | about $24 | 3–4 h |
| Doi Suthep tour | The mountain temple and views | about $15 | 3–5.5 h |
| Chiang Rai day trip | White, Blue and Red Temples | about $29 | 12–13 h |
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The seven-spired vihara, 70 stucco deities and King Tilokarat’s chedi, just off the superhighway.
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Old City temples
Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh and dozens of smaller temples inside the moat.
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Doi Suthep
The golden chedi on the mountain above the city, with Wat Pha Lat on the way up.
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A forest temple with tunnels and a white-chedi cemetery, a short ride from Wat Jed Yod.
Plan your visit
Wat Jed Yod guide
History, the seven spires, the stucco deities, hours and how long to stay.
Getting there
Grab, red songthaew, bicycle or on foot from the Old City and Nimman.
Dress code
What to wear and how to behave in a Chiang Mai temple.
Best time to visit
Cool season, smoky season, rain and the Yi Peng lantern festival.
Practical info
- Where
- Off the Superhighway (Route 11), north-west Chiang Mai, a few hundred metres from the National Museum
- Hours
- Daily, about 6:00–18:00
- Entry
- Free; donations welcome
- Dress
- Shoulders and knees covered; shoes off in the halls
- Time needed
- 45 minutes to 1.5 hours
- Getting there
- Grab, red songthaew or bicycle – about 10–20 minutes from the Old City
Checked 12 November 2026. Hours and fees change – confirm locally before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Wat Jed Yod free to enter?
Yes. Entry was free when we checked in November 2026; a donation box helps with upkeep.
What are the opening hours of Wat Jed Yod?
The grounds are open daily from about 6:00 to 18:00. It is a working temple, so some halls may be closed during ceremonies.
Is there a tour to Wat Jed Yod?
No GetYourGuide tour is dedicated to it. Go on your own by Grab, songthaew or bicycle and book tours for the Old City, Doi Suthep or Chiang Rai.
Is this the Wat Jed Yod in Chiang Rai?
No. Chiang Rai has its own Wat Jed Yod on Jet Yot Road in the town centre. This site is about the 15th-century temple in Chiang Mai.
How much are temple tours in Chiang Mai?
On GetYourGuide (Nov 2026) Old City walking tours start at about $12, Doi Suthep tours at about $15 and Chiang Rai day trips at about $29.
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