Timeline
09:00
Arrive at the Chiang Mai Zoo & Aquarium right at opening. Getting there early helps you avoid the long queues that Thai tourists often form during holidays. The zoo is open daily from 09:00 to 17:00.
10:30
Walk 13 minutes to Art Roastery Huay Kaew for a coffee break. This café is open from 08:00 to 18:00, making it a perfect spot to rest after your morning walk. The hours are Mo-Su 08:00-18:00.
11:00
Krua Silapacheep Restaurant & Silk Shop
End your outing at Krua Silapacheep Restaurant & Silk Shop. Located just 8 minutes away, this deli and silk shop is open until 18:00, giving you plenty of time to browse local goods before the day ends. The hours are Mo-Su 09:00-18:00.
Local tip
The zoo operates a dual pricing system where non-Thais pay approximately double the price of Thai nationals. Additional charges apply for the aquarium. Be prepared for potential queues if you visit during Thai holidays.
Check before you go
- Zoo hours are Mo-Su 09:00-17:00.
- Art Roastery Huay Kaew is open Mo-Su 08:00-18:00.
- Krua Silapacheep Restaurant & Silk Shop is open Mo-Su 09:00-18:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Chiang Mai (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).