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Lampang (ลำปาง)

Lampang (ลำปาง) in Lampang Province, Nord de la Thaïlande & Hautes Terres Lanna (Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Sukhothai) (237 m above sea level, transit hub: Lampang Nakhon Lampang SRT Station (2 km)): Wat Phra That Lampang Luang (15th-Century Lanna Teak Temple), local street food & night markets, and SRT sleeper / ferry access in ฿ THB.

: Nord de la Thaïlande & Hautes Terres Lanna (Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Sukhothai) (ภาคเหนือ (ล้านนา)) Province (Changwat): Lampang Population: 229,000 Elevation: 237 m above sea level Rail / Ferry Hub: Lampang Nakhon Lampang SRT Station (2 km) Coordinates: 18.2888°N, 99.4908°E

Overview of Lampang (ลำปาง)

Visiting Lampang (ลำปาง) in Lampang Province (Nord de la Thaïlande & Hautes Terres Lanna (Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Sukhothai)) brings travellers to Wat Phra That Lampang Luang (15th-Century Lanna Teak Temple), with rail, ferry, or road access via Lampang Nakhon Lampang SRT Station (2 km) (elevation 237 m above sea level, population 229,000). Visitors explore its Buddhist temples (Wat), morning fresh markets, evening street-food stalls, and regional Nord de la Thaïlande & Hautes Terres Lanna (Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Sukhothai) cuisine.

Key Local Landmarks in Lampang: Wat Phra That Lampang Luang (15th-Century Lanna Teak Temple) · Wat Chaloem Phra Kiat (Floating Sky Pagodas of Chae Hom) · Kad Kong Ta Historic Teak Street & Horse-Drawn Carriages.

Quarters, Tambon & Market Areas: Kad Kong Ta Wang Riverfront · Nakhon Lampang SRT Station Quarter.

Getting to Lampang & SRT / Ferry / Songthaew Transit

SRT Special Express #9/#10 overnight CNR sleeper train from Bangkok Krung Thep Aphiwat to Chiang Mai (฿988–฿1,653), direct flights into Chiang Mai (CNX) and Chiang Rai (CEI), and ฿30 Red Songthaew shared pickups. From Chiang Mai SRT Station & Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX), frequent SRT trains, domestic flights, intercity coaches, and ferries connect directly to Lampang (Lampang Nakhon Lampang SRT Station (2 km)) and surrounding districts in Lampang Province.

What to See & Do Around Lampang

  • Wat Phra That Lampang Luang (15th-Century Lanna Teak Temple): Landmark and visitor highlight in Lampang (Lampang Province).
  • Wat Chaloem Phra Kiat (Floating Sky Pagodas of Chae Hom): Landmark and visitor highlight in Lampang (Lampang Province).
  • Kad Kong Ta Historic Teak Street & Horse-Drawn Carriages: Landmark and visitor highlight in Lampang (Lampang Province).
  • Lampang Central Temple (Wat) & Night Market: Visit the main Buddhist monastery in the morning (shoulders and knees covered) and browse evening street-food stalls.
  • National Parks, Waterways & Scenic Viewpoints (Lampang): Explore nearby waterfalls, coastal viewpoints, or riverside markets around Lampang.
  • Regional Day Trips in Nord de la Thaïlande & Hautes Terres Lanna (Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Sukhothai): Pair a visit to Lampang with nearby highlights across Nord de la Thaïlande & Hautes Terres Lanna (Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Sukhothai): Chiang Mai Old City & Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Doi Inthanon National Park (2,565m), Chiang Rai White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), Pai Canyon, and Sukhothai UNESCO Historical Park..

What to Eat in Lampang — Northern Thailand (Lanna Kingdom) Street Food & Local Specialties in Lampang

Lampang shares the culinary traditions of Nord de la Thaïlande & Hautes Terres Lanna (Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Sukhothai) (Khao Soi Kai / Nuea (ข้าวซอยไก่/เนื้อ) (฿60–฿110)). Look for these signature dishes, beverages, and night-market dining customs when visiting Lampang:

  • Khao Soi Kai / Nuea (ข้าวซอยไก่/เนื้อ) (฿60–฿110) — Chiang Mai's iconic golden coconut curry broth over soft egg noodles and crispy fried noodle nest, served with pickled mustard greens, shallots, lime, and roasted chili oil.
  • Sai Oua — Grilled Lanna Herb Sausage (ไส้อั่ว) (฿80–฿150) — Charcoal-grilled pork sausage perfumed with lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaf, turmeric, and dried chilies.
  • Gaeng Hang Lay — Burmese-Lanna Pork Belly Curry (แกงฮังเล) (฿90–฿180) — Slow-braised pork belly with fresh ginger julienne, tamarind, pickled garlic, and roasted peanuts.
  • Nam Prik Ong & Nam Prik Noom (น้ำพริกอ่อง / น้ำพริกหนุ่ม) (฿60–฿120) — Roasted green chili dip and minced-pork tomato relish served with crispy pork cracklings (Kaeb Moo), steamed mountain vegetables, and sticky rice.
  • Regional Drinks & Refreshments: Doi Chaang & Doi Tung Highland Arabica Coffee (฿55–฿110), Roasted Mulberry Leaf Tea & Fresh Passionfruit Soda
  • Local Street-Food & Night Market Tip: Visit the morning Talad Sod and evening street-food night market in central Lampang; carry ฿20–฿100 notes or scan PromptPay QR, and ask for 'Phed Noi' (mild spicy) or 'Waan Noi' (less sweet for iced tea).

Nearby Thai Cities, Islands & Districts from Lampang

Combine a stop in Lampang with these closest neighbouring Thai towns and districts across Lampang and Nord de la Thaïlande & Hautes Terres Lanna (Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Sukhothai):

Mae Mo17 km →Ko Kha23 km →Mae Tha23 km →Hang Chat24 km →Soem Ngam36 km →

Best Time to Visit Lampang

Nov–Feb (Cool Mountain Season; avoid March crop-burning haze). Browse all destinations in Nord de la Thaïlande & Hautes Terres Lanna (Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Sukhothai) or search the full directory of 1,180 Thai cities, islands & districts.