Timeline
06:29
Find a spot in Nong Buak Haad Park. It is the only public park in the old city where locals gather for yoga and jogging in the morning. Arrive early to secure a view of the horizon as the sun rises toward the WSW.
07:14
Walk to Ming Kwan Vegetarian Buffet. It is located just a short distance from the park and opens at 07:00. The restaurant serves a range of Thai vegan dishes including faux-meats and bamboo shoot stir fry. Check that it is still open before you head there, as it closes at 18:00.
07:44
Return to Nong Buak Haad Park. Relax at one of the cafes or massage shops inside the park. This is a good time to watch the morning activity of locals jogging and playing sepak takra as the city wakes up.
Local tip
Nong Buak Haad Park is the best place in the old city for a morning view. The nearby vegetarian restaurants are popular with both locals and visitors. Check opening times for food spots as they can vary.
Check before you go
- Ming Kwan Vegetarian Buffet is open Mo-Su 07:00-18:00.
- Sunrise on 15 January is at 06:59 with golden light starting around 17:35.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Chiang Mai (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).