Walking Street Chiang Rai — Attraction in Chiang Rai Province

Exploring Chiang Rai’s Central Plaza during the weekend is an experience of transformation and joy. The city breathes life into its streets, morphing into a bustling walking street market. Artisans and craftsmen display their unique creations, beckoning visitors to partake in the local craftsmanship that extends far beyond the ordinary.

The journey from the historic clock tower to the plaza is a feast for the senses, with food stalls offering a mosaic of flavors. Gather your culinary treasures and head to the main square, where the community converges to dine al fresco, sharing in the collective spirit of the city.

As the evening unfolds, music fills the air, a universal language that invites everyone to dance. It’s a scene reminiscent of a European piazza, where the vibrancy of public life is celebrated. This is Chiang Rai at its most vivacious—where culture, cuisine, and community come together to create unforgettable moments. #ChiangRaiNights #WalkingStreetMarket #CulturalVibrancy...

This the Saturday Night Market in Chiang Rai, it is a long road and as the evening progresses there is also a concert with tables that are catered and I assume in most cases reserved. You get the feeling that these are all the well to do people in town. Some tables have complete families and some are obviously on a more intimate date. Everybody is very well behaved (except for some of the kids of course).

Fantastic food, really good street musicians, selling their CDs. There is one family from Lamphun who's group name is Lerchor, who I run into all the time and have even been to their Lamphun Restaurant (Lerchor Pizza), they are very popular in the North of Thailand and sell a lot of CDs.

I spend most of my time taking pictures but also look around and eat quite a lot since there are so many delicious things on offer. So if you are planning on visiting Chiang Rai, make sure to include a...

Saturday 02/08/2026 Walking street chiang rai is a very joyous place to shop , with lots of food to choose from I have a very bad experience just earlier with a durian seller at the fair today, price stated was 100baht per kg, when he weighs he set the price at 120baht per kg The weighing machine was blocked by some packaging durians, which i was unable to see , after checking the machine, i found it was 120baht per kg and the couple denies all the accusations , i did not want to cause a scene and left and did not take any photos, i can't imagine how many people are cheated today My advise to tourists or foreigners or even locals , always check and see the price before the price is agreed It is because of this dishonest sellers that affects tourism Good people will be blessed and likewise karma will eventually come to this type of...