To get around Phimai, well you can just walk most of the place. We suggest you rent a bicycle, so you can visit the banyan tree, and the surrounding country site, which is quite pleasant with the river Moon flowing all around. We suggest the Phimai Inn (at about 350 baht) located just outside town (about 1 km) as a place to stay. It also has a good swimming pool. The Phimai Old Guesthouse in town may be more attractive to backpackers. This guesthouse also organizes day trip to Phanom Rung and Muang Tam, at 1500 baht/car. You have to check it out yourself, since it has been awhile since we last visited there.