Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden, located in Mae Rim, is Thailand’s first botanic garden and one of the
most beautiful nature attractions near Chiang Mai. Covering over 1,000 hectares, it features themed
greenhouses, a canopy walkway, waterfalls, and hundreds of plant species from around the world.
It’s a perfect destination for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and families.
- Canopy Walkway 🌉 a 400-meter elevated path ⬆️ through the treetops 🌳 with mountain views 🏔️👀
- Glasshouse Complex 🏡 explore tropical 🌴, desert 🌵, and orchid plant zones 🌸💚
- Waterfall Trail 🏞️ a scenic walk 🚶♀️ through lush forest 🌲 to hidden waterfalls 💧✨
- Herb Garden 🌿 learn about Thailand’s 🇹🇭 traditional medicinal plants 💊🧠
- Photography 📸 capture colorful flowers 🌺, butterflies 🦋, and panoramic nature scenes 🏞️🖼️
- From Chiang Mai City 🏘️: About 45 minutes ⏱️ by car 🚗 or motorbike 🛵 via Route 107 🛣️ to Mae Rim 🗺️💨
- By Songthaew 🚐: Red trucks 🚕 from Chiang Mai ➡️ to Mae Rim 📍 often stop near the entrance 🚪✅
- By Tour 🚌: Many local operators 🤝 offer half-day ⏳ or full-day ☀️ garden tours 🗺️👍
- Wear comfortable shoes 👟 for walking 🚶♂️ – the garden 🌳 is large 🗺️🥾
- Bring a hat 👒, sunscreen 🧴, and water 💧🚰🎒
- Allow at least 2–3 hours ⏱️ to explore the main zones ⏳👀
- Visit early 🌅 to enjoy the canopy walkway 🌉 before crowds 🏃♀️🤫✅
- Don’t forget your camera 📸 – it’s one 🥇 of Chiang Mai’s most photogenic spots ⭐🖼️
- 8:30 AM – Depart 🚗 from Chiang Mai City 🏘️💨
- 9:15 AM – Walk 🚶♀️ along the Canopy Walkway 🌉🌳👀
- 10:00 AM – Explore the Greenhouse Complex 🏡🌸🌵
- 11:00 AM – Visit the Waterfall Trail 🏞️💧🚶♂️
- 12:00 PM – Lunch 🍽️ at the garden café ☕ and return 🚗 to city 🏘️👋
