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

Phrae Province #43 destination in Thailand 2023. The average rating score is 4.19 based on 831 traveler reviews, of 54 attractions. Timezone: Asia/Bangkok, current date and time: Monday, April 29, 2024, 17:40.

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General weather summary in April

97°F - 74°F

Temperature Highs - Lows

Very warm, comfortable

Feels like

21%

Chance of rain

125.0 millimeters

Amount

7.9 mph

Wind speed

52%

Humidity

12.5

Daylight length

6:03 AM

Sunrise

6:35 PM

Sunset

40%

Cloud cover

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Top things to do (21)

Top destinations in Phrae Province 16

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5.0 Wiang Ko Sai National Park (3 reviews)
- Great park with easy access
National Parks • Parks

This is a great little park. About one hour from either Lampang or Phrae, but no public transportation that I know of. Clean toilets, plenty of picnic tables, one food stall on site. Visitor center staff didn't speak much English but were friendly. Arrived at 11 AM on Saturday and had the whole place to myself until 2 PM when a local family arrived for a picnic. Peaceful site to just sit and read, or walk up the falls. If you don't mind getting your feet wet, you can climb up to level 7. Great views and good footing all the way up. Entry fee was 200 baht. Be aware that an alternate spelling of Wiang Kosai National Park is needed to locate the park using GPS mapping tools. See more..
5.0 Wat Na Khu Ha (3 reviews)
- คุ่มค่า
Spent More than 3 hours Religious Sites

โชคดีมากๆ วันที่ไปมีงานบุญใหญ่ของวัด ถึงวิวจะไม่สวย ไม่มีต้นข้าวเขียวๆ แต่บรรยากาศงานบุญสนุกมากๆ ได้เจอนักท่องเที่ยวหลายๆ ท่านได้คุยแลกเปลี่ยนการเดินทาง ได้ชิมอาหารดังของบ้านนาคูหา ทั้งตำเตา วุ่นเตา ข้าวเกรียบเตา ได้เห็นต้นกาแฟ ต้นฮ่อม บ่อเตา See more..
5.0 Sun Reiyn Ru Hmohom Pa Hengiym (2 reviews)
- Mor hom workshop.
Lessons & Workshops

The place is all about Mor hom, one of Phrae's famous products. Here, you can make your own tie-dye Mor hom product (shirt, trouser, hat, handkerchief, scarf ; whatever you pick) and select a pattern from a picture book. We had a lot of fun dyeing our pieces into indigo blue (with many helps from staff). There are also various Mor hom products (such as readymade tie-dye shirt, soap) for sale. Highly recommend. See more..
5.0 The City Pillar Shrine Phrae (2 reviews)
- ศาลหลักเมืองแพร่
Religious Sites

เสร็จจากคุ้มเจ้าหลวงก็มาแวะไหว้ศาลหลักเมืองจังหวัดแพร่กันหน่อย ซึ่งศาลหลักเมืองนี้สันนิษฐานว่าสร้างขึ้นพร้อมกับการสร้างเมืองแพร่ เมื่อประมาณปี พ.ศ. 2371 ปัจจุบันมีการตกแต่งลวดลายที่สวยงาม See more..
5.0 Wat Phra That Tin Tan Luang (1 review)
Religious Sites

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5.0 Lilit Phra Lo Park (1 review)
- Feel "Lilit Phra Lor".
Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Parks

The place is believed to be the hometown of female protagonists of Lanna folktale "Lilit Phra Lor", a courtly romance that ends with a tragic massacre and political reconciliation. Inside this serene park, there are many places according to the literature, such as the monument of Phra Lor, Phra Phuean and Phra Phaeng killed by poison arrows and die leaning against each other, plus the monument of the magic chicken which the old sorcerer used to lure Phra Lor. Moreover, there is an imitation of the cave of the old sorcerer. Inside the cave, there are several bas-reliefs represent some scenes from the literature. We also tasted "ข้าวห่อพระลอ", food that appears in the literature containing grilled pork, vegetable, sticky rice, boiled egg, and chilli paste wrapped in banana leaf (70 bath ; advance reservation). Finally, we bought handmade wood ash sculptures from local at a souvenir stall inside the park. Worth a visit, especially if you like Thai literature. See more..
5.0 Wat Phrathat Si Don Kham (1 review)
Ancient Ruins • Historic Walking Areas • Religious Sites

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5.0 Wat Salaeng (Phra That Cha Aupakam) (1 review)
Points of Interest & Landmarks

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5.0 Wat Phra That Si Don Kham (1 review)
- อีกหนึ่งวัดคู่บ้านชาวอำเภอลอง
Points of Interest & Landmarks

วัดพระธาตุศรีดอนคำ ตั้งอยู่บ้านห้วยอ้อ อ.ลอง จ.แพร่ เป็นวัดที่สำคัญทางศาสนาของชาวลอง ในเทศกาลสำคัญจะมีขบวนแห่ทางประเพณีชาวเหนือและกิจกรรมสำคัญที่จัดขึ้นในบริเวณวัด วัดแห่งนี้มีประวัติศาสตร์เล่าขานมานาน ประชาชนจะมารวมตัวกันในวันสำคัญทางศาสนาหรืองานประเพณีสำคัญๆที่ชาวบ้านร่วมกันจัดกิจกรรมขึ้น See more..
4.5 Wat Phra That Cho Hae (129 reviews)
- The #1 temple in Phrae.
Speciality Museums

The temple was crowded. It's a pity that we didn't see an outstanding golden pagoda of the tiger year (Thai zodiac), since it was under renovation. However, we walked 3 times in clockwise direction around the pagoda to pay our respects and worship Buddha relics (hair and left elbow) contained inside. See more..
4.5 Khum Chao Luang (56 reviews)
- One of must visiting places in Phrae.
Historic Sites

The 2 storey gingerbread style luxurious vintage building with gracefully light green engraved wooden doors, windows, and eaves was once a residence of the last lord of Phrae. The place was free entrance. It is undoubtedly a very good place to stroll around taking some photos, watching some antique furnitures, and learning history of Phrae. Highly recommend ! P.S. There's also an old dark dungeon which was used to imprison slaves (so creepy). See more..
4.5 Wat Phra That Su Thon Mongkhon Khiri (49 reviews)
- Magnificent temple.
Points of Interest & Landmarks

This was our last destination before we left Phrae. The Burmese-Lanna style large temple is very rich with many beautiful sculptures (such as a remarkable 85 m Burmese style reclining Buddha, mythical creatures, guardian giants, former Thai great kings, etc.) and stunning architectures (such as an elaborate Lanna style 3 level octagonal based structure embellished with statues and total of 32 golden pagodas, beautiful arch doors, etc.). The temple also contains a museum in a Lanna style teak pavilion that collects some ancient artifacts plus old pictures of Lanna kingdom and former Lanna lords. Such a gorgeous temple! Worth a visit. See more..
4.5 Wat Pong Sunan (48 reviews)
- Beautiful and very kind temple.
Religious Sites

The temple is located on Kham Lue road where the walking street "Kad Kong Kao" is held in every Saturday night. First, we didn't intend to visit the temple. However, the temple kindly allowed tourists in the night market to use their toilets for free (many thanks for your kindness), so we visited the temple (and, of course, made a donation). This ancient temple was renovated in 1929 under the support from the owners of Vongburi house. The temple is really gorgeous even in the night. Highlights of the temple include 108 spire white pagoda, giant golden tortoise statue, huge reclining Buddha, arch entrance with 19 spire golden pagoda, etc. The question was why did we forget to include such a beautiful temple in our itinerary in the first place. See more..
4.5 Wat Chom Sawan (45 reviews)
- Elegant Burmese temple.
Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites

This stunning dark red architecture with gorgeous cascading roofs is an over 100 year old Burmese style teak temple embellished with many Lanna flags and lanterns. After we had worshipped the principle Buddha image, we strolled around the beautiful temple. There are many nice spots to take photos. See more..
4.5 Pha Nong Khoi Cave (11 reviews)
- Beautiful lights
Caverns & Caves

The cave is long and large areas of the floor are flooded during the rainy season. There is an elevated path winding through the cave and colored lights pointed at walks and ceiling. The light reflects beautifully in the water. In the dry season, the cave floor is dry. A local police officer I met at the parking lot told me that roughly two months per year, access is prohibited due to too much water, so maybe it is a good idea to check in advance before visiting late in the rainy season. However, I think one can access the rear of the cave all year round as one can also enter the cave by walking around to the left and then descend down a staircase. See more..
4.5 Phrathat Doi Leng (10 reviews)
- "Aim" at Phrae city, as its name suggests.
Points of Interest & Landmarks

The temple is on the top of the hill. We drove on a paved sloping (and narrow) path surrounded by a bunch of trees up the hill to the parking lots, then walked few steps up to the temple. The temple's main feature is a small white pagoda that contains Buddha relics lies in front of a beautiful Lanna style wooden hall. Behind the hall, there is a viewpoint where we enjoyed a panoramic view of Phrae city and surrounding green hills. Recommend. See more..
4.5 Free Thai Movement Phrae Museum (7 reviews)
- Excellent Museum of the War in the Pacific and the Thai Underground
History Museums

We were part of a larger group to tour this enlightening Museum. Found out Wild Bill Donovan of the OSS the precursor to the CIA helped to form a Thai Underground. The owner leader of the museum was very informative and you can tell he is dedicated to keeping the story alive. See more..
4.5 Meajok Hot Springs (3 reviews)
- ワンチンの新しい観光名所
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Thermal Spas

国道1023号線と国道11号線が交錯するローン交差点から西に数キロワンチン方面に進んだところにある温泉保養施設。1990年代初頭からその存在が知られてはいたのだが、最近になり観光開発が遅まきながら始まった様子。自然豊かなワンチン郡ならではの山間ののどかな集落の雰囲気を味わうことができ地元民の憩いの場的な様相を呈している。敷地内の水路に流される湯に足を浸すのみではあるが、ヒザ下がスベスベ肌になるあたり温泉ならではの効用があるのかもしれない。目下、プレーやランパーン方面からのワンチン郡への交通のアクセスは改善されつつあり、今後の町興しに期待が持てそうである。
国道1023号線と国道11号線が交錯するローン交差点から西に数キロワンチン方面に進んだところにある温泉保養施設。1990年代初頭からその存在が知られてはいたのだが、最近になり観光開発が遅まきながら始まった様子。自然豊かなワンチン郡ならではの山間ののどかな集落の雰囲気を味わうことができ地元民の憩いの場的な様相を呈している。敷地内の水路に流される湯に足を浸すのみではあるが、ヒザ下がスベスベ肌になるあたり温泉ならではの効用があるのかもしれない。目下、プレーやランパーン方面からのワンチン郡への交通のアクセスは改善されつつあり、今後の町興しに期待が持てそうである。 See more..
4.5 Chao Por Saen Chai Shrine (2 reviews)
Monuments & Statues

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4.0 Phae Mueang Phi Forest Park (70 reviews)
- Interesting geological site.
Monday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Geologic Formations

The place appears in Phrae's provincial slogan. Hence, it should be assumed that this is one of the must visiting places in Phrae. The site was free entrance. By walking about 150 m from the parking lot, ones will finally reach the place. The orange-brown region is full of many strange rock formations (mushroom/anthill ; depend on your imagination) which were caused by eroded dirt and sandstone over 2 million years ago. Visitors may walk to the viewpoint to see a panoramic view of the site and the surrounding green forest. Many nice spots to take photos. However, we recommend you to visit the place in the morning to avoid heat of the midday and don't forget to apply sunblock lotion. See more..
4.0 Vongbury House Museum (61 reviews)
- THE BEST HOUSE
Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings

I love this house! It was property of owner but nothing change from the past, it still beautiful and unique! See more..
4.0 Phae Mueang Phi (46 reviews)
- Erosion
Points of Interest & Landmarks

In simple terms: Time has eroded soft sand and left hard sand standing as pillars. It’s similar to what can be seen in Chiang Mai, Sa Kaeo, and Ratchaburi but access is relatively speaking easier. When we were there, school classes were taken on guided tours where park rangers explained about geology and dinosaurs (I assume to keep the attention at peak). A nice but not overwhelming destination. See more..
4.0 Ban Thung Hong (34 reviews)
- Mor Hom market.
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Along this road, there are many shops selling every kinds of the best quality genuine Mor Hom dresses at cheap price. Here, we enjoyed shopping and bought several shirts. Mor Hom is a famous deep blue dye (which is extracted from the local plant called "Hom" ; do not confuse this with the indigo plant), fabric that is a symbol of Phrae. If you like a stylish local shirt, this place is highly recommended. See more..
4.0 Wat Luang (29 reviews)
- Presumably the first temple in Phrae.
Architectural Buildings

The temple is probably the first temple in Phrae. The construction of the temple occured simultaneously with the establishment of the ancient city "Phon Nakhon" (which is nowadays Phrae) around 1200 years ago. The old brick wall at the entrance made us feel like we were entering into the ancient kingdom. We worshipped "Phra Chao Saen Luang", 1200 year old sitting Buddha which was once a principal Buddha image of Phon Nakhon. Then, we walked to the ancient brick structure (ruin) with arch entrance to worship "Phaya Phon", the first lord and the founder of Phon Nakhon. The temple also has a museum which collects many antique artifacts. The temple is highly recommended for ones who enjoy watching Lanna architecture and ancient sites. See more..
4.0 Wat Phra That Chom Chaeng (28 reviews)
- Gorgeous ancient temple.
Architectural Buildings

After we had visited the famous Wat Phra That Cho Hae whose pagoda was under renovation, our guide decided to take us to this temple instead (about 2 km from Wat Phra That Cho Hae). The approximately 1200 year old Lanna style temple was super tranquil. We were the only group in the temple! Highlights of the temple include the golden pagoda containing Buddha relics (hair and left hand), the big standing Buddha in front of the pagoda, the huge reclining Buddha, the ancient arch door. See more..
4.0 Wat Phra Bat Ming Mueang Worawiharn (26 reviews)
- Significant temple of Phrae
Religious Sites

Located right in the heart of the city, the temple is a merge of 2 ancient temples, Phrabat temple and Ming Mueang temple, which belonged to the former Phrae royal family. Highlights of this Lanna temple include the principle Buddha of Phrae called "Phrabuddha Kosai", an old golden pagoda called "Phra Chedi Ming Mueang", a replica of the Buddha's footprint, the gorgeous teak pavilion, and the 150 year old hand embroidered Lanna scriptures by Mae Chao Bua Lai (the last queen of Phrae). The place also contains the building in memory of "Jacob", the deceased famous writer who was a direct descendant of the last lord of Phrae. Moreover, there is a novice school inside this temple. Truly beneficial. See more..
4.0 Wat Sa Bo Kaeo (23 reviews)
- Myanmar tradition
Architectural Buildings

Here is Myanmar with Lanna tradition temple. That's mean like north tradition of Thailand. If you want to see the local tradition. I recommend Wat sa bo kaeo temple. See more..
4.0 Free Thai (Seri Thai) Museum (21 reviews)
- Fascinating Small Museum
Speciality Museums

This is a fascinating small museum. To get the key go to the reception at the Paradon Hotel. Manly through boards and photographs it tells the story of the Free Thai movement during WW2 and their resistance to the Japanese. The story is told that when the Thai government agreed to let the Japanese occupy their country they would declare war on Britain and USA. The war declaration was delivered to the British but the Thai ambassador in Washington refused to deliver it so the US and Thailand were never at war. At the end of the war See more..
4.0 Wat Phra Non (20 reviews)
- Lovely temple in central Phrae
Religious Sites

When we visited the temple, we were lucky that a Monk, who spoke English greeted us. He was very informative and friendly. See more..
4.0 Wat Phra That In Khaen Temple (18 reviews)
- Tranquil Buddha park on the top of the mountain
Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites

Deep in the green mountainous zone of Phrae with around 30 minute driving from the city, there is a serene Buddha park hidden on the mountain. After parking a vehicle, ones have to climb up the stairs to visit an imitation of sacred places in Myanmar like Kyaiktiyo Pagoda (also known as “The Golden Rock” ; the rock looks like it is balanced on a ridge, about to fall down at any moment) and the famous Shwedagon Pagoda. The place also contains several Buddha images including "Phra pud" (the upper half of a large golden Buddha statue which seems to emerge from the ground) and Lanna style jade Buddha. Moreover, from the Golden Rock plateau, you will see an epic panoramic view of abundant forest and green mountains. See more..