Monument · Old City, Chiang Mai

Wat Phra Singh

Wat Phra Singh
Photo: Supanut Arunoprayote, CC BY 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

It houses the revered Phra Singh Buddha image. The complex shows classic Lanna architecture with carved wood and gold details. Visitors should note the main viharn and the large chedi in the courtyard.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 1 of Chiang Mai: Weekend Escape

Visiting Wat Phra Singh: what to know

Tickets
Entry is free.
Time needed
One hour.
Best time
Early morning to avoid crowds.
Getting there
In the Old City, reachable on foot or by songthaew.

Chiang Mai itineraries with Wat Phra Singh

Day 1 of Chiang Mai: Weekend Escape

The old city temples

How Wat Phra Singh fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Wat Phra SinghOld City
  2. 11:00Wat Chedi LuangOld City
  3. 14:00Three Kings MonumentOld City
  4. 16:30Tha Phae GateOld City
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Wat Phra Singh FAQs

What is Wat Phra Singh known for?

It is known for the Phra Singh Buddha statue and its Lanna-style buildings.

What are the opening hours of Wat Phra Singh?

The temple is open daily from early morning to evening.

Do visitors need to follow a dress code at Wat Phra Singh?

Yes. Shoulders and knees must be covered.

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