Chiang Khan's pedestrian zone is located on Chai Khong Road, a landmark of the city with its wooden houses. In the late afternoon, it becomes a pedestrian zone to make way for a large night market. Numerous food stalls, craft stands, souvenir stands, and clothing stalls line the over 1,200-meter-long street. Visitors frequently encounter musicians and living statues whose sudden movements startle passersby. Situated parallel to the majestic Mekong River, Chiang Khan's pedestrian zone is a vibrant testament to traditional Thai architecture. Both sides of this charming street are lined with wooden houses, most of which have been converted into guesthouses or souvenir shops. Thus, in the mornings, Chai Khong Road in Chiang Khan is a popular meeting place for tourists and some locals who give alms to the monks, and in the evenings, it transforms into a place to enjoy Thai street food and buy souvenirs.

The Chiang Khan Walking Street takes place every evening from 4 or 5 pm until 10 pm along a large section of Chai Khong Road. On weekends and holidays, when many Thais visit Chiang Khan, it is significantly busier and there are many more stalls.

Since it's advisable to choose a hotel near Chai Khong Road in Chiang Khan, or even directly on the street, ideally on the Mekong side, the pedestrian zone of Chiang Khan is easily accessible on foot. Alternatively, if your accommodation is a bit further away and more affordable, you can also cycle there. Most guesthouses and hotels in Chiang Khan provide bicycles for their guests.

How to get there

How do you get to Walking Street? It's recommended to choose a hotel in Chiang Khan near Chai Khong Road, or even directly on the street, ideally on the Mekong side. From there, Walking Street is easily accessible on foot. Alternatively, if your accommodation is a bit further away and cheaper, you can also go by bicycle. Most guesthouses and hotels in Chiang Khan provide bicycles for their guests.