Timeline
06:14
Arrive at Pantip Plaza Chiang Mai. This park offers a quiet, open space on the WSW side of Payap University, perfectly aligned with the sunrise direction. Find a spot on the grass or a bench to wait for the first light.
06:59
Watch the sunrise. At 06:59, the sun breaks the horizon to the WSW, casting long, golden shadows across the university campus and the surrounding area. It is a peaceful moment before the city fully wakes up.
07:29
Walk to S&P Coffee & Bakery. This bakery is open from 06:00, so it is ready for you just after sunrise. Grab a coffee and a fresh pastry to start your day properly.
07:59
Stroll through Payap University. With your breakfast in hand, wander the grounds of Payap University. The morning light is ideal for seeing the campus architecture and gardens in detail without the midday sun.
Local tip
S&P Coffee & Bakery opens at 06:00, making it one of the few reliable spots for a hot breakfast right after sunrise. Pantip Plaza is a good waiting spot, but arrive early to secure a view facing WSW.
Check before you go
- S&P Coffee & Bakery opens at 06:00. If you arrive after sunrise, you might miss the best light for photos, but you will still get fresh coffee.
- Check the exact sunrise time for your specific date, as it shifts slightly throughout the year.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Chiang Mai (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).