Bangkok parks: 13 places to escape the city, and entry prices

Bangkok is known to many for its traffic jams, mirror-glass skyscrapers, and endless heat. At the same time, the city has more than a dozen large parks where you can escape the traffic and spend half a day for free.

These places vary enormously. There are quiet lakes for jogging, historic fields, botanical gardens, and amusement parks with paid entry. There is also one site that closed long ago but still appears in old guidebooks.

We went through a list from an old guide and checked what still works in 2026. Below are all the places in order: what makes them interesting, how much entry costs, and how to reach them by metro, boat, or taxi.

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Bangkok parks: what you need to know

💡 In short:

• Almost all parks on the list are free: you pay only for entry to amusement parks and the open-air museum.
• Historic sites (Sanam Luang, Muang Boran) are scattered across the city and take half a day.
• Buy tickets for amusement parks online: at the ticket office you will just stand in line in the heat.
• The ideal time for a walk: early morning and evening, when the heat eases.
• Entry and opening hours: 09/2026, checked on the official Muang Boran website.

There are four paid places on the list. The table shows prices and hours for two of them.

At amusement parks, prices depend on the season, so check current tickets on site or online. Below we go through each place in order.

1. Lumphini Park

Lumphini Park is considered the oldest and largest park in central Bangkok. It was laid out by King Rama VI almost a century ago, and today it is the main green zone of the business district. The park is hemmed in by high-rises on all sides, but inside you feel like you have stepped into another city.

Monitor lizards have become the main signature of Lumphini. The lizards roam freely across the lawns, bask by the water, and barely fear people. There is also a large lake where locals go boating.

Smoking and drinking alcohol inside are prohibited, and you can be fined on the spot. Choose early morning: in the heat, the perimeter running track empties out only by evening.

• How to get there: MRT to Silom or Lumphini station, the exit is directly opposite the park.
• Cost: free, open from early morning until late evening.
• Who it's for: runners and anyone tired of traffic.
• The catch: near the entrance, tourists are offered beer, but drinking it in the park is not allowed.

2. Chatuchak Park

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Chatuchak Park sits next to the capital's largest market and takes its name from it. It is not an empty lawn but a park with small canals, arched footbridges, and a separate Medicinal Herb Garden. You can go boating on the water right in the city.

Shady paths replace the gym: people run, play tennis, and read on benches here. The grounds were expanded twice, so there is enough room for both sports and quiet relaxation.

Entry is free. Come on a weekday: on Saturday and Sunday, the park and the market are packed with people.

• How to get there: MRT Chatuchak Park, the main entrance is opposite the station.
• Cost: free.
• Who it's for: those who want to combine a walk with the market.
• Not for: those looking for quiet on weekends.

3. Santiphap Park

Santiphap Park was conceived as a venue for city celebrations and music. It lies between Rang Nam Road and Ratchawithi Road, near the Victory Monument. It is a small park, but this is where jazz concerts and festivals take place.

People come here as couples and families with children: the stage and lawns are visible from almost any point. There are no tourist trails here; it is more of a park for locals. Entry is free for everyone.

• How to get there: BTS Victory Monument, then walk.
• Cost: free.
• Who it's for: those who want to hear live music on an ordinary evening.

4. Sanam Luang

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Sanam Luang, the broad Royal Field, lies on Rattanakosin Island, in the historic core of the city. Since the founding of Bangkok, this land has been used for royal ceremonies. Royal cremations still take place here, most recently in 2008 and 2017.

Today it hosts state holidays, religious ceremonies, and festivals. Around the field stand the Grand Palace, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the National Gallery, and the Ministry of Defense.

The easiest way to get there is by two options: taxi or by river. Two piers serve visitors on the island, Chang and Maharaj.

• How to get there: taxi or river boat to Chang or Maharaj piers.
• Cost: the field is free, a ticket to the palace is purchased separately.
• Who it's for: those who came for history and temples.
• Not for: those expecting quiet; it is always crowded here.

5. Queen Sirikit Park

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Queen Sirikit Park was laid out next to the Children's Discovery Museum in honor of Queen Sirikit. It is a true botanical garden: lotus ponds, elegant stone paths, and rare trees. The collection of plants from all regions of Thailand is arranged so that it mirrors the map of the kingdom.

You can walk here for a long time, and the alleys stay cool even at midday. If you are traveling with kids, stop by the museum first, then head to the park.

• How to get there: walk from MRT Chatuchak Park or Phahon Yothin, about 5-10 minutes toward the museum.
• Cost: free.
• Who it's for: plant lovers and fans of leisurely walks.

6. King Rama IX Park

King Rama IX Park was created for the anniversary of King Rama IX, and it is a large botanical garden made up of themed zones. The centerpiece is the Garden of the Great King, with golden-yellow crowns of Ratchapreuk trees that symbolize royal power.

Beyond that are the Rommanee Garden with landscapes from every province in the country, a collection of medicinal plants, a water park, and the Sanam Rat zone for sports and festivals. There are also smaller gardens: an international garden, a stone wall garden, a magnolia garden, and a lotus garden.

Admission is free. From the center, it is easiest to take a taxi and save your energy for walking around.

• How to get there: taxi from the center.
• Cost: free.
• Who it's for: those willing to walk for several hours for the gardens.

7. Muang Boran (Ancient City)

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Muang Boran, known as Ancient City, is considered an open-air museum in the suburbs of Bangkok. Its vast grounds hold more than a hundred full-scale replicas of palaces, temples, and houses from all over Thailand. It is the largest museum of its kind in the world.

The exhibits fall into three types: replicas of existing buildings, structures that have not survived to the present day, and buildings from Thai myths. You cannot cover everything on foot, so a tram with a guide runs through the grounds, and bicycles are provided free of charge.

For an extra fee, you can rent a golf cart and an audio guide. Opening hours: 09:00-19:00, the ticket office closes at 18:00.

• How to get there: taxi or bus to Samut Prakan, Bangpoomai.
• Cost: from 800 baht per adult (as of 09/2026, Ancient City rates).
• Book in advance: Ancient City tickets and Bangkok tours.
• The catch: without transport, the grounds are tiring, and on foot you will see less than half.

8. Dream World

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Dream World is located about 15 km from Don Mueang Airport and is designed for families with children. The rides are divided into zones: Dream World Plaza with shows and carnivals, Dream Garden with flower beds and sculptures, Adventure Land with extreme rides, and Fantasy Land with fairy-tale character houses.

For an additional fee, there is a Snow Town, a small water park, an animal farm, and a puppy room. Plan a full day for the park: in the evening, they hold a character parade and fireworks.

Opening hours vary by day and season, so check the schedule and prices on the official website before your visit.

• How to get there: taxi or bus from Don Mueang Airport, about 15 km to the park.
• Cost: the all-zone ticket and the entrance ticket are sold separately.
• Who it's for: families with children and amusement park lovers.

9. Siam Amazing Park

The park known from old guidebooks as Siam Park City now operates under the name Siam Amazing Park. A water park and an amusement park are combined on one property. The water section has a pool with artificial waves that made it into the Guinness Book of Records.

The dry zones are divided by age: Small World with rides for toddlers, Fantasy World with flying saucers, Family World with dinosaurs and a two-story carousel. For thrill seekers, there is X-Zone with dozens of tall rides.

Admission is paid, and a single ticket opens all zones. Opening hours and prices vary by season, so check them before your visit and buy your ticket in advance.

• How to get there: taxi or bus, the park is on the outskirts of the city.
• Cost: a single ticket for all zones, see tickets on Tiqets.
• Who it's for: families and groups with children.

10. Safari World

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Safari World is considered a large reserve on the outskirts of the city, where animals live in open enclosures. The park is divided into two parts, which can be visited together or separately. Both buses and private cars drive through the safari park road, and there is no separate fee for driving through.

Lions, tigers, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and zebras live here. In the second part, Marine Park, there are shows with dolphins, fur seals, and birds. Feeding the giraffes will be the most memorable part of your visit.

Opening hours: daily 09:00-17:00.

• How to get there: taxi or car, you will need to drive outside the city.
• Cost: from 750 baht per adult (as of 09/2026, current Safari World prices).
• Who it's for: families and animal lovers.
• The catch: the park is large and hot, and without a plan you will miss some of the shows.

11. Benjakitti Park

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Benjakitti Park looks different from the other parks on this list. There are almost no picnics or dog walks here: this is a place for sports and quiet strolls. In the center lies an artificial lake, around which a running track of about two kilometers is laid out.

During the day, skyscrapers reflect in the water; in the evening, small lights come on. The shady paths are pleasant to walk along even on the hottest day. There are bike lanes, bicycles are available to rent for a small fee, and you can ride a pedal boat on the lake.

• How to get there: MRT Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, then walk.
• Cost: free, bicycle rental is paid.
• Who it's for: athletes and couples who want a quiet evening.

12. Princess Mother Memorial Park

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Princess Mother Memorial Park was created in memory of Princess Srinagarindra, mother of King Rama IX. The princess was born into a simple family and did a great deal for ordinary Thais, so the park is considered a monument to the people's love.

The house where the princess spent her childhood has been restored, a garden has been planted, and a belvedere with a statue has been erected. Two exhibition halls tell the story of her life and good works. When it turned out that nothing remained of the original house, the owners of neighboring plots gave their land to the king for the memorial.

Admission is free. The souvenir shop sells products from workshops that operated under the princess's patronage, and the proceeds go to charity.

• How to get there: taxi or bus, the park is away from the metro lines.
• Cost: free.
• Who it's for: those interested in the history of the dynasty and a quiet garden.

13. Dusit Zoo

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Dusit Zoo, also known as Khao Din, stood in the city center next to the royal palace and was the oldest zoo in Thailand. White tigers, barking deer, and more than a thousand other animals lived here, and visitors could ride boats on the large lake.

The zoo closed permanently on September 30, 2018 after eighty years of operation, and the animals were moved to other zoos in the country (as of 09/2026, Bangkok Post). A new zoo was being built in Pathum Thani province.

• Status: closed since 2018 (as of 09/2026, note about the zoo closure).
• Who it's for: those studying the city's history, not looking for a walk.

Bangkok parks on the map

All the places from this list are marked on the map below. Open it to plan your route for the day and avoid crisscrossing the city for nothing.

⁉️🤔 Frequently asked questions

Which Bangkok park should I choose for a morning run?

Lumphini Park and Benjakitti Park are the best options for running. Lumphini has a running track around the lake along its perimeter, and Benjakitti has a loop around the water about two kilometers long. Both parks open early in the morning, before the heat sets in, and admission is free.

How much does it cost to enter Bangkok parks?

Most parks on the list are free: Lumphini, Chatuchak, Sanam Luang, Queen Sirikit Park, and Benjakitti don't charge admission. You'll need to pay at the ancient city of Muang Boran, at the Dream World and Siam Amazing Park amusement parks, and at Safari World. If you're budgeting, here's a reference point: Safari World from 750 baht, Muang Boran from 800 baht per adult (as of 09/2026, official Safari World prices).

When is the best time to go to a park with kids?

Midday heat in Bangkok is intense, so choose early morning or after five in the evening. Siam Amazing Park with its water park and Safari World with animal shows are better suited for children. Quiet botanical gardens like Queen Sirikit Park bore them quickly.

Is Dusit Zoo still open?

No. Dusit Zoo closed on September 30, 2018 after eighty years of operation, and the animals were moved to other zoos in Thailand (as of 09/2026, report on the last day). If an old guidebook sends you there, swap the stop for Safari World.

How do I get to the parks without a car?

Central parks are located near metro and BTS Skytrain lines: Lumphini is next to MRT Silom, Chatuchak near MRT Chatuchak Park, Santiphap near BTS Victory Monument. Muang Boran and Safari World are easier to reach by taxi, since both are outside the city.

In short: what's worth booking

The choice depends on how much time you have in the city. If you're here for a couple of days and want greenery without tickets, go with Lumphini Park and Benjakitti Park. With kids, plan a full day at Safari World or Siam Amazing Park, and head to Muang Boran for history and photos.

If you have one free day: Lumphini in the morning, Sanam Luang and the Grand Palace in the afternoon, Benjakitti with its skyline views in the evening.

If you have a car and a full day: Muang Boran plus Safari World.

The only things worth arranging in advance are tickets and accommodation. Compare Bangkok tickets and tours on GetYourGuide and Bangkok hotels on Trip.com.

For tickets to specific attractions, Tiqets is the most convenient place to check.