EVENING Chiang Mai, Thailand

Chiang Mai Evening Street Food Tour

Chiang Mai Gate turns into a different market once the sun goes down: papaya salad pounded to order, skewers turning over charcoal, desserts nobody outside Thailand has heard of. The walk moves through four or five stops on foot rather than sitting down at one, ending wherever the night's best vendor happens to be working.

4.9·TAT Certified·13 Booked

Duration~3h

Private TourJust Your Group

TransportIncluded

Hotel Pickup6–6:30 PM

Evening tour — pickup between 6–6:30 PM.

About this tour

Chiang Mai Gate Market changes after dark: som tam pounded fresh to order, grilled meats turning over charcoal and desserts that rarely make it onto an English menu. This walk moves between four or five stops rather than settling at one stall; on Saturdays the route extends to Wua Lai Road, which closes to traffic for a night market the tourists mostly miss.

Chiang Mai Evening Street Food Tour — Chiang Mai private tour

Chiang Mai Evening Street Food Tour — experience with guide

Tour Highlights

Som tam pounded to order at Chiang Mai Gate Market, adjusted to whatever spice level you can handle
Grilled meats and Northern Thai sausage straight off the charcoal, no menu, just pointing at what looks good
Desserts that rarely make it onto an English menu, try them before you know the name
On Saturdays, the walk extends onto Wua Lai Road's silversmith street, closed to traffic for its own night market

Itinerary

Tour runs approx. 3h

Hotel Pickup

Your guide meets you in the lobby as the evening market stalls are setting up.

Chiang Mai Gate Market

Start with som tam pounded to order, then move between stalls for grilled meats, Northern sausage and a dessert or two.

Old City Street Stalls

Continue on foot through the Old City's evening food stalls, stopping wherever the night's best vendor happens to be working.

Wua Lai Walking Street (Saturdays)

On Saturdays, the route extends to this silversmith street, closed to traffic for a night market with its own food stalls and crafts.

Hotel Drop-off

Back to your hotel, thoroughly full.

Included in Your Tour

Hotel Pickup

Complimentary Hotel Pickup

Any hotel in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Instructions: We will pick you up directly from your hotel lobby. Your private guide and driver will arrive in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Please be ready in your lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time (6–6:30 PM).

Included

Private hotel pickup and drop-off (Chiang Mai)
Expert local English-speaking guide
All food and tastings along the route
Bottled water

Excluded

Gratuities (optional)
Alcoholic beverages
Additional food beyond what's included in the tasting route

What to Bring

An empty stomach
Comfortable walking shoes
Cash for any extra purchases
Camera or smartphone

Hi, I'm Monika!

TAT Certified Guide · Thai Native & Food Lover

“Born in Chiang Mai and based in Bangkok, I started 'Hi Monika' to show travellers the authentic side of my country — the places my friends and family actually hang out. I love sharing our food, our culture, and the hidden stories of our neighbourhoods.”

Guest Reviews

4.9

“Monika was incredible! We saw parts of Chiang Mai we never would have found on our own. The street food was amazing and we felt completely safe the entire time.”

Sarah L.October 2024

“Perfectly organised and so much more personal than a group tour. Monika knew exactly when to go to each spot to avoid the crowds.”

James & EmmaSeptember 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

Will we have the tour to ourselves?

Yes — this is strictly a private tour for you and your loved ones only. No other guests, no shared buses, no waiting around for people you have never met. The guide, the vehicle and the entire day are exclusively yours.

Can I change the date after booking?

Yes — contact us via WhatsApp or email at least 12 hours before the tour start time and we will reschedule your tour once at no extra cost, subject to availability. Subsequent reschedules are subject to a THB 1,500 fee.

What happens if it rains?

Chiang Mai weather is unpredictable. Tours operate rain or shine — we provide umbrellas if needed and adapt the itinerary where possible. If severe weather makes the tour unsafe, you'll receive a full reschedule or refund.

Do I need to pay anything on the day?

No. The price covers everything: entrance fees, all transport, bottled water and lunch. Just bring spending money for any personal shopping or optional extras.

Note: many local vendors and restaurants do not accept credit cards — cash is always the safest option.

Is this tour suitable for children?

Yes. The pace and itinerary are adapted to your group. Let us know the ages of your children when booking so we can plan accordingly.

Know before you go

Dietary Needs: Tell us about any allergies or restrictions when booking, Northern Thai street food can usually be adjusted.

Spice Level: Som tam and several other dishes can be made mild on request, just say so before each stop.

Day of Week: The Wua Lai Walking Street extension only runs on Saturday evenings. On other nights the route covers additional stalls in the Old City instead.

Pace: This is a walking tour with multiple stops, expect to be on your feet for most of the evening.