Things To Do

Looking for a relaxing and meaningful day inside a true Botanic Garden in Chiang Mai? Here's an easy, family-friendly plan for spending one full day at Tweechol Botanical Garden, combining nature, learning, food, workshops, and wellness experiences.

⏰ Morning (08.30–11.00)

Start your day with:

  • A 20-minute tram tour around the 302-rai (115-acre) garden
  • A visit to the iconic Cactus Pyramid
  • Photo time at the Topiary Animal Garden
  • A stop at the Maze Garden or the playground (children absolutely love this)
💡 Tip: The tram is the best way to start because it gives you an overview of all key areas. After that, you can decide whether to continue by walking, renting a bicycle, or hiring a golf cart.
Tram tour around the garden Colorful food cart in the garden Family cycling through the garden Children feeding rabbits

🍽 Lunch (11.30–12.30)

You can choose between:

  • Horizon Coffee House – casual meals, great bakery, good coffee and drinks
  • Lan Dok Mai Restaurant – Thai dishes and a beautiful setting inside the resort
Lan Dok Mai Restaurant — outdoor rattan seating Horizon Coffee House — Christmas entrance

🌿 Afternoon (12.30–15.30)

Choose your adventure:

⭐ Nature & Learning

  • Explore the 100-year-old Thai Heritage House
  • Walk through the Palm Garden & Cycad Collection
  • Learn in the Thai Herb Garden (21 zones) — organized by healing properties
  • Visit the Breathing Garden, filled with natural phytoncide that helps reduce stress and support the immune system
100-year-old Thai Heritage House interior Topiary heart arch — garden walk

⭐ Creative Workshops

  • Mini Thai Dessert Workshop – Luk Chup (advance reservation required)
      → A fun and photogenic activity connected to Thai culinary history
  • Herbal Color Extract Painting (500 THB/person)
  • Herbal Compress Workshop (650 THB/person)
  • Animal Experience Zone — feed and interact with animals we rescued during COVID, including buffalo saved from slaughterhouses, deer, and animals donated from other zoos
Luk Chup mini Thai dessert workshop setup Luk Chup Thai desserts in baskets

⭐ Relaxing Activities

  • Rent a bicycle and enjoy a peaceful ride
  • Walk around the lake
  • Relax on the open lawn
Family cycling through the garden Welcome arch garden path

⏰ Late Afternoon (15.30–17.00)

  • Visit the Orchid Farm
  • Take photos at the Waterfall & Rock Garden
  • Enjoy a peaceful sunset by the lake
Dragon topiary — garden walkway Waterfall & Rock Garden

👜 Recommended Program for Couples & Families

Many visitors prefer more than "just sightseeing," so here's a popular one-day plan:

Suggested Itinerary:
  1. Tram tour in the morning
  2. Walk and explore the garden
  3. Enjoy lunch
  4. Do the Luk Chup mini dessert workshop (1 hour)
  5. Continue with a relaxing Thai massage at Horizon Spa
  6. Head back to the city feeling refreshed
💁 Visitors to Tweechol Botanical Garden / Botanic Garden Chiang Mai also receive 20% discount on Thai massage.
Thai massage at Horizon Spa Dining at the garden restaurant Walking in the garden Cactus Pyramid

🏫 For Schools & Group Tours

We offer educational programs about:

  • Thai plants & herbs
  • Nature learning
  • Thai culture
  • Creative workshops
  • Guided garden tours

Please contact us to design your trip:

amd@horizonvillager.net

Feeding deer in the garden Mushroom zone — aerial view Fantasy garden path — Christmas season Thai Heritage House — cultural learning