11 Great Parks in Bangkok
Explore Bangkok's Most Beautiful Outdoor Spaces
Our guide to great parks in Bangkok proves that the Thai capital isn’t just a big city full of skyscrapers, shopping malls, and traffic. There are many beautiful spaces providing residents with fresh air and lots of healthy outdoor activities in lush, landscaped surrounds. Most parks come with sporting facilities, including tennis courts, swimming pools, and soccer fields, which you can take advantage of for a very small fee.
Not into physical exertion? Bring your family along for a picnic or take the children on a paddleboat ride. Bangkok’s most popular parks are also close to BTS Skytrain or MRT stations, making them convenient spots for relaxation.
What are the greatest parks in Bangkok?
1. Benjakitti Park
Expansive urban oasis with top-notch facilities
Good for: Budget, Couples, Families
Benjakitti Park covers an area of about 72 hectares and can be found opposite the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center. The park forms a narrow swathe of green around the expansive Lake Ratchada, with dedicated bicycle and jogging tracks encircling this beautiful body of water.
The water’s edge is also nicely framed by pretty, well-maintained plant life and the colorful flowers only add to the tranquillity. You’ll also find playgrounds, skate ramps, a central pavilion with fountains, and an impressive half-circle courtyard that’s popular for picnics.
Location: Ratchadaphisek Rd, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110, Thailand
Open: Daily from 4.30 am to 10 pm
Phone: +66 64 556 6793
Benjakitti Park
2. Benjasiri Park
Tranquil greenspace filled with sculptures
Good for: Budget, Families, Photo
Benjasiri Park will appeal to sculpture lovers, as some of the best examples of Thai art is scattered around the park. The centerpiece fountain, showcasing the work of master sculptor Mesium Yipinsoy, hosts multimedia water dance shows three times a day.
The park features outdoor sports facilities rarely found at other public parks in the city including a basketball court, roller skating rink, tennis court, outdoor swimming pool, and a multi-purpose court for other kinds of sports. Benjasiri Park is located next to the Emporium Shopping Mall, a short walk northwest of Phrom Phong BTS Skytrain Station. There’s also a beautiful lake and great views of skyline.
Location: Sukhumvit Rd, Khlong Tan, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110, Thailand
Open: Daily from 4.30 am to 10 pm
Phone: +66 2 262 0810
Benjasiri Park
3. Chatuchak Park
Historic haven beloved for its plant life
Good for: Budget, Families, History
Chatuchak Park offers something for everyone. Some visitors may walk or jog along the Green Tracks Line (the park was formerly owned by the State Railway of Thailand), while others will stop to appreciate the botanical species in the Thai Literature and Herb Garden.
Located next to the Chatuchak Weekend Market, the park’s northern end boasts a number of tennis courts and soccer fields, which are available for anyone to use. While you’re there, make sure to cruise the lake on an elegant swan boat. You can reach the park via BTS Skytrain or MRT subway train—both stations are door-to-door.
Location: Kamphaeng Phet Rd, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
Open: Daily from 4.30 am to 10 pm
Chatuchak Park
4. Lumpini Park
Hugely popular park with paddle boating
Good for: Adventure, Budget, Families
Lumpini Park (or Lumphini Park) is one of the biggest green spaces in central Bangkok. Founded in the 1920s, this inner-city sanctuary spans 57 hectares and is home to a variety of flora and fauna that’s native to Thailand. Rent a paddleboat on Tea Kappa Lake before taking in the giant sculpture of the monitor lizard.
Throughout the day, Bangkok residents gather here for jogging, light workouts, aerobics, and leisure activities. If a stroll through the park is more your style, simply follow the maze-like pathways that overlook its lush tropical gardens. Alternatively, bring the family for a picnic and bag yourself a premium spot under one of its emerald palm trees. Read more
Location: Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Open: Daily from 4.30 am to 10 pm
Phone: +66 2 252 7006
Lumpini Park
5. Queen Sirikit Park
Beautiful botanical garden named after the Queen of Thailand
Good for: Budget, Families, Photo
Queen Sirikit Park was opened as a tribute to Thailand’s Her Majesty the Queen, as part of her 60th birthday celebrations. This 22 hectare botanical garden delights visitors with its exquisite manicured landscapes which showcase a great many many fountains and pools where lotus flowers bloom.
An auspicious tree garden features species from Thailand’s 76 provinces which are planted in the shape of the country’s geographical map. Queen Sirikit Park is adjacent to the Children’s Discovery Museum in the Chatuchak district, making it a great place to visit during a day out with the family.
Location: 200/1 Kamphaeng Phet 2 Rd, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
Open: Daily from 5 am to 7 pm
Queen Sirikit Park
6. Rama IX Park
The capital’s largest green space
Good for: Budget, Families, Photo
Rama IX Park is the largest green space in Bangkok. It boasts a beautiful botanical garden, a humungous lake, and leafy gardens inspired by various countries around the world. Don’t miss its majestic golden-spired pavilion, which is the centrepiece of the park, or its gallery and museum which celebrates King Bhumibol.
Located in the outskirts of Bangkok in the Prawet district, Rama IX Park remains relatively free of tourists and offers a genuine glimpse of how locals spend their afternoons off. Look out for the abundant birdlife, water monitors, and squirrels, and try to find your way out of the shrubbery maze (the kids will love it). Read more
Location: Rama IX Road, Suan Luang, Prawet, Bangkok 10250, Thailand
Open: Daily from 5 am to 7 pm
Phone: +66 2 106 2674
Rama IX Park
7. Romaneenart Park
Former prison site turned park
Good for: Budget, History, Unusual
Romaneenart Park is the only non-ceremonial park in Bangkok’s Old City. Built on the site of the old city jail, the park retains one wall and several guard towers as part of its architectural features. You’ll also find neo-classical buildings in the style of the King Rama V era, as well as fountains, a skatepark, and an outdoor gym.
Romaneenart Park is situated on Siriphong Road, close to the Giant Swing and the Wat Suthat royal temple. It’s accessible via a short stroll from Sam Yot MRT station, making this unusual gem easy to discover.
Location: Maha Chai Rd, Samran Rat, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
Open: Daily from 4 am to 9 pm
Romaneenart Park
8. Rod Fai Park
Lush and leafy sanctuary teeming with unusual drawcards
Good for: Budget, Photo, Unusual
Rot Fai Park (also known as Wachirabenchathat Park or State Railway Public Park) is a glorious grassy expanse in the northerly Chatuchak district. The park is one of the city’s most popular bicycle and picnic spots. You’ll find hordes of cyclists every weekend as the track is flat and easy to ride. You can rent bikes at the entrance (costs depend on which model you hire).
A popular stop is the Bangkok Butterfly Garden (a multi-storey greenhouse filled with flowers and winged insects), while other activities include tennis, swimming, basketball, kayaking, and kick volleyball. Kids will love the miniature town that showcases tiny versions of Bangkok’s famous buildings. It’s a 15 minute walk from Mo Chit Station. Read more
Location: Kamphaeng Phet 3 Rd, Lat Yao, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
Open: Daily from 4.30 pm to 9 pm
Phone: +66 2 537 9221
Rod Fai Park
9. Sanam Luang Park (The Royal Field)
Multi-purpose leisure venue near the Grand Palace
Good for: Budget, Families, History
Sanam Luang (the Royal Field) has been around since the founding of Bangkok in 1782. Located on Rattanakosin Island, the area was formerly ‘Thung Pra Meru’ (the Royal Cremation Ground). The park is surrounded by famous landmarks including the Grand Palace, Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the National Museum, the National Gallery, the Supreme Court, and the Ministry of Defense.
Sanam Luang is a gathering ground for various activities throughout the year. Take part in the kite flying festival between February and April when the trade winds are at their breeziest. On regular days, you can enjoy a family picnic while watching an exciting game of sepak takraw (kick volleyball), or have your future told by a local ‘Mor Doo’ fortune teller!
Location: Ratchadamnoen Klang Rd, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
Open: Daily from 8.30 am to 3.30 pm
Phone: +66 82 683 2286
Sanam Luang Park (The Royal Field)
10. Santichaiprakarn Park
Pretty urban park by the Chao Phraya River
Good for: Budget, History, Photo
Santichaiprakan Park is built around one of the few remaining structures of the old city fortifications. The park is popular with tourists and locals alike, especially in the evening when the area fills up with families, young Thais, and foreigners. Situated on the Chao Phraya riverside, it’s a wonderful spot for photographing the brilliant Bangkok sunset.
On weekends, the park comes to life with street artists who convene voluntarily to practice before a live audience. The nearby Phra Artit Road has several restaurants, pubs, and bars. You can also make your way to the famous Khao San Road backpacker district, a 10-minute walk away, for food stalls, tattoo parlors, and massage services.
Location: Chana Songkhram, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
Open: Monday–Saturday from 5 pm to 9 pm (closed on Sunday)
Santichaiprakarn Park
11. Santiphap Park
Commemorating the end of WWII
Good for: Families, Budget
Santiphap Park sits in the middle of Bangkok’s Victory Monument area. This 8-acre urban oasis may be smaller than most parks in the city but it buzzes with activity, most of which is music-related. Visitors come here to sit and enjoy the soft sound of jazz while their children play. You can also admire the 18th century Phra Sumen Fort with its octagonal bunker and bright-white facade.
Birdwatchers can spot over 30 species in the park including the zebra dove, rock pigeon, spotted dove, and plaintive cuckoo. There’s also Thai Chi practitioners and street performing jugglers. Don’t miss the views of the Rama VIII Bridge.
Location: Phra Athit Rd, Chana Songkhram, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
Open: Monday–Saturday from 5 am to 9 pm (closed on Sunday)
Santiphap Park
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