Top Attractions in Laplae & Uttaradit
8 standout spots, ranked · Latest update
Only have one trip to Laplae and Uttaradit? Here are the very best of this hidden province all in one place — from ancient temples and waterfalls to fruit orchards, a giant dam and a legendary mountain peak — each with its distance from Hua Dum Resort and a link to read more.
Where to Start Exploring Laplae & Uttaradit
Laplae and Uttaradit, in Thailand's lower north, pack a lot of charm into a small area: time-honoured temples, a town of legends, limestone waterfalls, GI durian orchards and the largest earth-fill dam in Thailand. There's something for every kind of traveller — merit-makers, nature lovers, fruit fans and history buffs alike.
This article picks out the 8 standout spots and lines them up from the ones closest to Hua Dum Resort in Laplae out to the farthest, so it's easy to plan your route. With just one day you can cover the nearby stops around Laplae; if you stay overnight, you can easily push on to Sirikit Dam or the summit of Phu Soi Dao.
Each spot has its own in-depth article on the Hua Dum Resort site — the stories, history, opening hours and how to get there. Read this page first for the ranked overview, then click through to whichever one catches your eye, or see the full picture on our Laplae–Uttaradit travel page.
Standout spots
8 must-see attractions
Closest to the resort
Wat Phra Thaen ~3 km
Farthest
Phu Soi Dao (overnight trip)
Great for
Merit-making, nature, families
8 Must-See Attractions in Laplae & Uttaradit
Wat Phra Thaen Sila At
Laplae's revered old temple, home to the sacred Phra Thaen Sila At stone platform and the number-one stop for merit-makers. It's the closest attraction to the resort, about 3 km (~5 minutes) away. Read more in our Wat Phra Thaen Sila At article.
Wat Phra Borommathat Thung Yang
A 700-year-old temple in the ancient town of Thung Yang, enshrining a great stupa that holds relics of the Buddha. About 4 km (~7 minutes) from the resort. Read more in our Wat Phra Borommathat Thung Yang article.
The Laplae City Gate
A landmark and gateway into the legend of Laplae — an unmissable photo spot. About 5 km from the resort. Read about the 'no telling lies' legend in our Laplae City Gate and Legend of Laplae article.
Mon Laplae & teen-jok woven cloth
A hilltop viewpoint over the valley town and a famous home of traditional weaving — you get both the view and the handicrafts. About 20 km from the resort. Read more in our Mon Laplae article and our Laplae teen-jok cloth article.
Mae Phun Waterfall
A multi-tiered cascade tumbling over rock, with clear, cool water that's safe for the whole family — shady and right in Laplae town. About 20 km from the resort. Read more in our Mae Phun Waterfall article and our Uttaradit waterfalls round-up.
Long-Lin Laplae durian orchards
Taste GI Long Laplae and Lin Laplae durian right at the orchard during fruit season, roughly May–July, in a lush green setting among the hills. Read more in our Laplae durian article and our Long-Lin durian article.
Sirikit Dam
The largest multipurpose earth-fill dam in Thailand, holding back the Nan River, with reservoir views ringed by mountains and overnight raft houses. About 60 km (~1 hour) from the resort. Read more in our Sirikit Dam article.
Phu Soi Dao & Nam Phi iron
For the adventurous, hike up to Phu Soi Dao with its three-needle pine meadows and fields of Naga-crest flowers in the rainy season, or stop at the Nam Phi iron pits, the source of sacred ancient sword steel. Both are farther out and best suited to an overnight trip. Read more in our Phu Soi Dao article and our Nam Phi iron article.
See Every Laplae–Uttaradit Highlight — Stay at Hua Dum Resort
Many of the top spots are near Hua Dum Resort in Laplae. Use it as your base to head out morning and evening and come back to relax — clean air-conditioned rooms at ฿450–600 per night, breakfast included. Book ahead via LINE or call 099-5029339.