Nam Pat (Uttaradit) — a thai district (amphoe) & island hub in Northern Thailand (Lanna) at 381 m elevation, connected via Phitsanulok SRT Express Station (111 km).
Why Visit Nam Pat (น้ำปาด)
Nam Pat is a thai district (amphoe) & island hub in Northern Thailand (Lanna) (located at 17.7039°N, 100.7286°E, elevation 381 m). Renowned for Nam Pat Morning Talad Sod & Night Market, Wat Phra That & Central Temple of Nam Pat, Nam Pat Morning Fresh Market & Night Street Food Stalls, Uttaradit Cultural & Nature Heritage Trail, Northern Thailand (Lanna) Temples & Street Food, Nam Pat rewards travelers over 1–3 days with walkable historic squares, regional markets, and easy rail links via Phitsanulok SRT Express Station (111 km) (111 km).
Best Neighborhoods & Quarters in Nam Pat
Nam Pat District Center & Market Square
Key local quarter, market area, and dining hub in Nam Pat.
Uttaradit Highway & Transit Quarter
Key local quarter, market area, and dining hub in Nam Pat.
Top Sights & Things to Do in Nam Pat
- Wat Phra That & Central Temple of Nam Pat — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Nam Pat.
- Nam Pat Morning Fresh Market & Night Street Food Stalls — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Nam Pat.
- Uttaradit Cultural & Nature Heritage Trail — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Nam Pat.
Local Food & Where to Eat in Nam Pat
In Nam Pat (Northern Thailand (Lanna)), everyday dining revolves around morning Talad Sod fresh markets, made-to-order Tam Sang wok stalls, and evening night markets serving authentic Northern Thailand (Lanna Kingdom) flavors. Expect made-to-order street dishes for ฿50–฿120 and sit-down regional mains for ฿120–฿280; say 'Phed Noi' for mild spice or 'Mai Sai Phong Churot' for no MSG.
Signature Local & Regional Dishes to Try
- 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.
Recommended Dining Quarters, Markets & Night Markets & Street Food Stalls in Nam Pat
Nam Pat Talad Sod (Morning Market) & Night Market
Local open-air stalls and shophouses in central Nam Pat serving made-to-order Northern Thailand (Lanna Kingdom) dishes (฿50–฿140).
Nam Pat Khao Gaeng (Curry-Over-Rice) & Noodle Shophouses
Family-run lunch and dinner kitchens offering wok-fried basil dishes, noodle soups, Cha Yen iced tea, and seasonal tropical fruit.
Food markets & dining streets: Chiang Mai Chang Phuak North Gate Night Stalls, Warorot Market (Kad Luang), Sunday Tha Phae Walking Street & Chiang Rai Night Bazaar · Regional drinks: Doi Chaang & Doi Tung Highland Arabica Coffee (฿55–฿110), Roasted Mulberry Leaf Tea & Fresh Passionfruit Soda
Getting to Nam Pat & Local Transit
By Train & Coach: Phitsanulok SRT Express Station (111 km) (111 km). Check our SRT Sleeper Train vs. Domestic Flight Calculator (฿ THB) and Bangkok BTS, MRT & Chao Phraya Boat Calculator to compare rail and transit fares. By Air: Phitsanulok Airport (PHS).
Closest Neighboring Towns to Nam Pat
Combine Nam Pat with these nearby Thai towns calculated by direct geographic distance:
- Tha Pla (32 km away)
- Fak Tha (37 km away)
- Na Haeo (43 km away)
- Thong Saen Khan (43 km away)
- Chat Trakan (49 km away)
More Cities & Towns in Northern Thailand (Lanna)
Explore other destinations across Northern Thailand (Lanna):
Chiang Mai · Lampang · Chiang Rai · Nan · Mae Hong Son · Pai · Lamphun · Uttaradit · Phan · Phrae · Fang · San Sai