Things to do & places to visit in Lampang Province, Thailand

Lampang Province #28 destination in Thailand 2023. The average rating score is 4.29 based on 2.004 traveler reviews, of 54 attractions. Timezone: Asia/Bangkok, current date and time: Monday, April 29, 2024, 17:22.

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General weather summary in April

98°F - 75°F

Temperature Highs - Lows

Very warm

Feels like

17%

Chance of rain

107.0 millimeters

Amount

7.4 mph

Wind speed

49%

Humidity

12.5

Daylight length

6:06 AM

Sunrise

6:38 PM

Sunset

38%

Cloud cover

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Top things to do (20)

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5.0 Wat Chaloem Phrakiat Phrachomklao Rachanuson (91 reviews)
- Drop by for some good exercise if you don't mind the high foreigner charges. Nice views
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Scenic Walking Areas

Nice but feel the charges for foreigners as usual is unreasonably high. Due to that I feel it's ok to come here if you're in the area, but is it worth it to make a special trip? You park at the base, buy your entrance fees, tickets for the ride in the pickup up to the intermediate level. Get out the pickup then start walking. Lots of steep steps going up. The steps are well made. There's some signage along the way explaining things. All in Thai. You would think that after charging the foreigners much higher fees to enter the area they would at least take the trouble to translate the text into foreign language. View of the pagoda at the top is nice, as the pics you see. However the pictures of the top from the drones are much more impressive than your view from where you can stand. Would I go again? Probably not due to the charges. Been there done that. Would I go again if the prices were more reasonable? Only if I was in the area. See more..
5.0 Wat Phra Bat Pupha Daeng (12 reviews)
- One of the Unseen in Thailand
Religious Sites • Monuments & Statues • Scenic Drives

It takes you some time to reach the top of the hill to see the amazing views.However, it is value for your time in visiting here. Don't forget to visit the temple at the downhill near the car park. If you are a solo traveller with no car, please check that you have suitable transportation to come and back to your accommodaton. See more..
5.0 Wat Nakta Luang (1 review)
- Ancient temple with many paintings.
Religious Sites

The (about) 200 years old charming temple is simultaneously a sacred place and an art gallery. The highlight is an outstanding 164 years old Lanna style (with a mixture of Chinese decoration) main hall. There are a lot of paintings (both antique and new) that represent local life in the old days or some stories in Tipitaka spread around the area. Visitor can also take a stroll on a weave bamboo bridge across the grass field and absorb a rural atmosphere. See more..
5.0 Wạd t̄ĥả phra s̄bāy (1 review)
- Cave temple.
Religious Sites
The super tranquil temple. Only two of us and our guide were in the temple! After worshipped Buddha statues at the entrance of the cave, we walked into the cool cave, passing through a colony of sleeping bats at the cave's ceiling, to visit "Luang por Lee's cell" where he secluded himself for meditation and to worship a little golden pagoda. Then, after exited the cave, we also climbed the stair to worship Buddha relic at the white pagoda nearby. See more..
5.0 Doi Pha Hop (1 review)
- Hidden gem.
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas

Driving 30 minutes from Lampang city, we arrived at the parking lot of the place. After walking downhill for further 300 metres and on the bamboo bridge across Mae-Chang river, we finally saw a picturesque landscape where the river flowing between the stunning parallel cliffs (called "Pha Hob") with greenish forest as a background. Then, we did a bamboo rafting (by pulling a rope ; 50 baht) to explore a heart-shaped cave and "Son Rak cliff”. In the return trip, we also soaked our feet into the (cool) river and enjoyed a light breeze passing through the cliffs. Such a nice, relaxing atmosphere. For ones travelling to Lampang, don't miss this place. See more..
5.0 Wat Lai Hin Luang (1 review)
- Gorgeous ancient temple.
Religious Sites

The almost 400 year old Chiang Tung (Keng Tung) style temple has a sumptuous arch door contains detailed stucco art of many mythical creatures in the legendary Himmapan forest (Himavanta) and a red dog sculpture. Its small hall is in Lanna style with beautiful cascading roofs. Interior structure of these roofs are wood decorated with ancient paintings of golden Lanna pattern and standing Buddha. Moreover, there is a Lanna pagoda contains Buddha relics at the back of the hall. All of these architectures are on the sand field according to the characteristic of traditional Lanna temple. See more..
5.0 Open Air Museum Period Film Preservation Center (1 review)
- Back to the past.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

The little private museum is owned by uncle Manit, a former voice actor and Thai herb expert. Filled with great passion, he was very proud to present us his collections, such as many vintage Thai movie posters and old movie projectors with film reels (8 mm/16 mm/35 mm). He provided us many interesting facts about history of movie projection in Thailand, then demonstrated the use of these vintage equipments by activated them to project a film for us. He also kindly gave us a hand of bananas to eat during enjoyed "Chang: A Drama of the Wilderness", a 1927 black-and-white silent film (and the first Thai's pseudo-documentary film), which he performed a live dubbing of all characters. Moreover, as Thai herb expert, he also explained us the knowledge about Thai herbs. The museum was free entrance. However, we bought some Thai herb products to support the place. Highly recommend! P.S. Visitor should make an advance appointment. See more..
5.0 Pha Gate Painting - Prehistoric Cliff Rock Paintings (1 review)
- Very interesting site.
Points of Interest & Landmarks

There are 3 main attractions in this site. 1. Prehistoric paintings on the vertical rocky cliff dated back over 3000 years ago Take a stroll along an 800 metres convenient path watching prehistoric paintings on the cliff (hard to see and imagine, but there is a guideline on the board at each point) with forest and mountain view. Don't forget to apply sunscreen. 2. Chao Por Pratu Pha shrine Pay respect to the loyal warrior "Iron hand" who fought Burmese army to his death at this position (to make his king escaped) about 300 years ago (like in the movie 300 but in this case only one !). Legend has it that he used his bare hands at a shield (iron hand, that's why) and fought to his death with his upright body leaned against the cliff and his hand still held a sword. What a great guy. 3. Local market This is a little market where Yao people sell their products (especially herbs and spices). Worth a visit. See more..
4.5 Wat Phra That Lampang Luang (363 reviews)
- Worth a stop if you’re driving up to Chiang Mai
Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites

Worth a stop if you are driving up to Chiang Mai .The temple was founded in the 13th century. Its name translates to “the temple of Lampang’s Great Buddha Relic”. The architecture is a mix of Lanna and Thai Lü styles. The Wat Phra That Lampang Luang is a fortified temple or wiang; it was built on top of an earth mound and is surrounded by high brick walls See more..
4.5 Chae Son National Park (142 reviews)
- Hot springs, waterfall and onsen bath.
National Parks

After paying an entrance fee (40 baht for Thai and 200 bath for foreigner), visitors will enter into this amazing national park. There are many hot springs (with a light smell of sulphur) surrounded by many rocks scattered on the grassy field. Average temperature of the hot springs is approximately 75 degrees celsius. Popular activity in this zone is to buy eggs and boil them in these hot springs (with a suitable time indicated on the signboard at each pool) making "onsen tamago". The other zone is Chae Son waterfall. Accessible by hiking, this beautiful waterfall has 6 levels. There is a pond with many fish at some levels, so don't forget to buy food to feed them. Another activity is "onsen". Relax yourself in the private hut and enjoy hot tubs with 40 degrees celsius mineral water directly from hot spring (50 baht). See more..
4.5 Wat Phra Kaeo Don Tao (114 reviews)
- Temples brimming with legends and historical facts.
Historic Sites • Religious Sites

This site actually has 2 temples. The popular one is "Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao" which was once resided the famous emerald Buddha for 32 years. Our guide told us about a colorful folktale about Miss Suchada and the emerald inside a watermelon which was later craved into Buddha statue. Highlights of this temple included the beautiful Burmese-European pavilion and the golden pagoda containing Buddha relic (hair). Ones may take a stroll around the place to see the other architectures and visit the museum that contains many antique collections. The other temple is the tranquil Lanna style "Wat Suchadaram". See more..
4.5 Kad Kong Ta Street Market (90 reviews)
- Lampang night matket.
Flea & Street Markets

On every Saturday and Sunday from 17:00-22:00, the 1 km Talad Gao road will turn into a lively night market (no cars allowed). Many foods and desserts to eat. Many local products and souvenirs to purchase. Many antique colonial architectures which are perfect combinations between Thai, Lanna, Chinese, Burmese and European to see. Moreover, there are some live performances (local music, busking) to enjoy and art gallery to visit. Wonderful ambience ! See more..
4.5 Dhanabadee Ceramic Museum (72 reviews)
- Amazing ceramic factory museum with very nice staffs.
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

After paying 60 baht entrance fee, we began a tour of Dhanabadee ceramic museum with a local guide that provided interesting informations about origin and evolution of the factory, and the process of making a famous Chinese style "chicken bowl". Also, we visited the real place where these ceramics were produced and watched some demonstrations. The tour ended at the statue of Dhanabadee's founder. Great tour ! After the tour was over, we bought some cutie souvenirs at the shop. There are also a cafe and DIY workshop (painting ceramic) at the place. Pity that we didn't have an enough time to participate this activity. Truly recommend to visit the place. Don't miss this. See more..
4.5 Wat Pong Sanuk Temple (66 reviews)
- Beautiful temple complex with large reclining buddha
Points of Interest & Landmarks

The temples and chedis here were very beautiful but my favorite part was the large reclining buddha in one of the temples. The depictions on the bottom of his feet make this place well worth a stop, and the other temples and statues are not to be missed, either. Particularly the 4 statues of the buddha under the Bodhisattva tree. Glad we took the time to pop by! See more..
4.5 Wat Si Rong Mueang (33 reviews)
- Another beautiful Burmese temple.
Points of Interest & Landmarks

The over 100 years old Burmese style wooden temple has glamorous cascading reddish roofs. It was already 6 p.m. when we arrived there, so we were not allow to enter the main hall. The only thing we could do was taking photos in front of this beautiful temple. What a pity. See more..
4.5 Wat Phra Tat Chom Ping (28 reviews)
- Anothe amazing temple
Religious Sites

These temples are just incredible pieces of art you do not have to be religious to appreciate them just amazing See more..
4.5 Maemoh Mine Musuem (19 reviews)
- Learning Resource Center
Speciality Museums

When I was born and grow up, have so many question about the Electricity. Maemoh Mine Museum have all the answer about that. Outside the museum have a good environment. From there can see big mine area (Lignite). Green space that can play sliders with big paper or plastic sheet. Life museum show expired machine. Recommended time to come here when season change it’s mean temperature getting down. See more..
4.5 Doi Khun Tan National Park (14 reviews)
- Great hike
National Parks • Parks

I did a day trip from Chiang Mai today to the summit of Khun Tan. It Is a great escape from the city. I caught the 8:50 train from Chiang Mai, and got up to the visitor center by about 10. The total hike me about five hours, and that was including the looploop to the waterfall. The hike up it was fantastic, I did it on my own and had no concerns and the view at the top is spectacular. The loop to the waterfall wasn’t worth it in my opinion, at this time of year the water wasn’t running very fast and it’s a lot of extra uphill and downhill. Overall it was a fantastic day from the city, I got the 18:20 train back to Chiang Mai and was back to my hostel by 8 PM See more..
4.5 Thai Elephant Conservation Center (12 reviews)
- Elephant show
Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

I went to this Center on a group tour. when we arrived we went straight into the elephant show where we watched elephants showing off their skills. I really loved the paintings done by three of the elephants, which were sold for 500 bht after the show. the money goes to their upkeep and welfare. Afterwards we wandered around and saw the elephant hospital which had 5 elephants in there. Had a nice lunch in their restaurant. See more..
4.5 Wat Pra That Doi Pra Chan (11 reviews)
- Beautiful temple on the hill.
Religious Sites

After parking our vehicle, we spent the next 40 minutes sight-seeing the beautiful temple. This Lanna style temple has many wonderful decorations, whether it be Naga stairs, arched entrance, bas reliefs, or an elegant Japanese style Buddha statue (it was not complete at the time when we visited, what a pity). Visitor can also enjoy watching a panorama view of grassy landscape of Mae Tha. Moreover, there is a coffee shop to relax and have some drinks or buy some souvenirs. Don't miss this place ! See more..
4.5 Trilak Cemetery (6 reviews)
- Worship the noble monk of Lampang.
Cemeteries • Religious Sites

As a buddhist, if you go to Lampang, don't forget to visit this place to worship Laungpor Kasem's body preserved in glass coffin. See more..
4.5 Khuntan Railway Tunnel (5 reviews)
- Tunnel
Bridges

The railway route Bangkok–Chiang Mai had been designed to avoid the Khun Tan Mountains, a barrier between Lampang and Lamphun. The tunnel was built ease trade barriers between the northern and central provinces. See more..
4.5 Wang Nuea Walking Street (3 reviews)
- Amazing History
Spent < 1 hour Flea & Street Markets

This Street is filled with beautifully preserved and restored old buildings, most dating back to the early 1900's. The houses are predominantly timber & absolutely beautiful. There are many signs and maps describing the location & history of the buildings you are looking at. On weekends there is also a market here, but the street is worth viewing on any day of the week! See more..
4.5 Wat Chong Kham (3 reviews)
- Grand and serene.
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Religious Sites

This tranquil temple is an imitation (in precise scale) of Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya (India) where Buddha enlightened. Inside the temple contains 3 Buddha statues in 3 different colors (the black one, the white one, and the golden one) and many artifacts. Recommend to walk around (outside) the pagoda to see its pattern and greenish rural view. See more..
4.5 Wat Pratu Pong (3 reviews)
- Ancient gorgeous
Religious Sites

This ancient little temple is located in Tha Ma-O community. The first thing we saw was the ancient brick wall and its charming entrance. Our guide told us that the place was once a fortress against Burmese army in 1790. The temple was super clean and tranquil. Its halls are the perfect mixture of Lanna-Chinese with wonderful decoration. Its back door also open to Lampang cultural street market which held every Friday night. See more..
4.5 Nhong Krathing Park (3 reviews)
- Beautiful clean park in Lampang
Parks

It is a lovely, large park, with a lake. The park is clean with plenty of large, shade trees. Green and welcoming, with a good playground for the kids. Dogs are also welcome! See more..
4.5 Kiew Lom Dam (3 reviews)
- ที่พัก ลำปาง
Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water • Dams

เป็นที่พักตากอากาศ ของลำปางอีกที่หนึ่งทามกลางธรรมชาติ สายน้ำขุนเขาและทะเลสาป ทั้งสุขสนุกและเงียบสงบในเวลาเดียวกัน เดินทางสะดวกปลอดภัย ประหยัดเวลา เติ่มพลังธรรมชาติเพื่อชีวาอย่างผาสุขครับ See more..
4.5 Wat Akkho Chai Khiri (2 reviews)
Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites

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4.5 Horse Carriage Station (2 reviews)
- Great way to see parts of the old town
Points of Interest & Landmarks

This is one of the most famous things in Lampang and is a must do, not expensive and a great way to see parts of the old town, if your with a Thai speaker you can get a commentary from the driver. The ponies appear to be well looked after and treated which is also very important. See more..
4.0 Thai Elephant Conservation Center (529 reviews)
- The Best Way to See Elephants
Nature & Wildlife Areas

This 300-acre area consists of an elephant hospital and training school, which help to conserve the Thai elephants and protect them from extinction. See more..