Food tours in Chiang Mai
A food tour is the quickest way to eat your way around Chiang Mai. The most comfortable months are December and January, with highs around 85°F (30°C) and about 1 rainy days a month.
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Top food tours in Chiang Mai
Northern Flavours Chiang Mai Food Tour with 15+ TastingsFrom $59View 
Small-Group Chiang Mai Evening Street Food TourFrom $40View 
The 10 Tastings of Chiang Mai With Locals: Private Street Food TourFrom $74View
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What to eat and drink in Chiang Mai
Expect to taste the local staples. Ones to look for:
- Khao soi
- A northern Thai curry noodle soup with coconut, chicken and crispy noodles on top.
How to pick a good food tour
- Skip a big meal beforehand: most tours serve the equivalent of lunch or dinner across six to ten stops.
- Small groups of 12 or fewer get served faster and fit into tiny counters and bars.
- Check what's included. Some tours count drinks as stops, others charge for them on the day.
- Ask about dietary swaps before you book. Many tours can replace meat or gluten dishes if they know ahead.
Chiang Mai month by month
Averages for Chiang Mai, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 86 (30) | 91 (33) | 96 (35) | 98 (37) | 94 (35) | 92 (33) | 90 (32) | 89 (32) | 90 (32) | 89 (32) | 87 (31) | 85 (29) |
| Low °F (°C) | 60 (16) | 62 (17) | 68 (20) | 74 (23) | 76 (24) | 76 (25) | 76 (24) | 75 (24) | 75 (24) | 73 (23) | 68 (20) | 62 (17) |
| Rainy days | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 17 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 1 |
| Sunset (15th) | 6:07 pm | 6:24 pm | 6:34 pm | 6:41 pm | 6:51 pm | 7:02 pm | 7:05 pm | 6:52 pm | 6:27 pm | 6:02 pm | 5:46 pm | 5:49 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for food tours in Chiang Mai?
December and January. Expect highs around 85°F (30°C) and about 1 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are March and April.
What food is Chiang Mai known for?
Khao soi: a northern Thai curry noodle soup with coconut, chicken and crispy noodles on top.
Where can I book food tours in Chiang Mai?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
