8 of the best · Bangkok, Thailand
Lumphini’s lakes, Benjakitti’s forest walkways, the gardens beside Chatuchak and a garden bridge over the river.
Our 8 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026
Three of our favourites from this list, vetted by people who know and love Bangkok.
The city’s central park
Lakes, lawns and shaded paths in the middle of the business district.
192 Wireless Road, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330Explore View on map
Wetlands and walkways
A forest park of wetlands and raised walkways off Ratchadaphisek Road.
Ratchadaphisek Road, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110Explore View on map
In-depth stories behind the list.
The back story
A lake in the middle of the business district, a new forest park over old warehouses, and a jungle in the river bend: where Bangkok goes to breathe.
Green space in the city.
Wetlands and walkways
A forest park of wetlands and raised walkways off Ratchadaphisek Road.
Ratchadaphisek Road, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110Explore View on map
A garden over the river
An unfinished rail bridge turned into a garden walk across the river.
Lakes by the MRT
A big lakeside park beside the weekend market and the MRT.
Kamphaeng Phet Road 3, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900Explore View on map
The city’s central park
Lakes, lawns and shaded paths in the middle of the business district.
192 Wireless Road, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330Explore View on map
Beside the weekend market
A botanical park of lakes and gardens next to Chatuchak.
Kamphaeng Phet Road 2, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900Explore View on map
Themed gardens in the east
A large park of themed gardens and lakes in the east of the city.
Chaloem Phra Kiat Rama 9 Road, Prawet, Bangkok 10250Explore View on map
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