Make your visit more fun by packing a picnic lunch and blanket and enjoy the sun. Bangkok is a metropolis that excites, surprises and enthralls tourists all across the globe. It is home to some of the great temples, amazing museums, uptown shopping malls, and roadside markets. In spite of the hustle and bustle of this beautiful city, you can find peace and solace in many scenic picnic spots in and around Bangkok. You can enjoy the fresh breeze and warm sun in these open landscaped areas. These parks also come with additional attractions such as swimming pools, Football fields, tennis courts which you can enjoy thoroughly at a reasonable price. So, pack your brunch and fetch a blanket and head to one of these beautiful picnic spots. Lumpini Park. What Central Park is to New York is exactly what Lumpini Park is to Bangkok. It is situated in the heart of Bangkok and is the largest green space in the city. The inner park is 500,000 sq metres which is home to a variety of fauna and flora. Enjoy strolling in the maze-like pathways, which would take you through an artificial lake, picnic area and vivid green areas. Bang Krachao. The thing that makes Bang Krachao stand out and really fascinating is the cover of lush, vividly green forest, right in the middle of the city. It is situated across the famous Chao Phraya River is also known as the lungs or, more aptly green lungs of the city. This island-like park has an undisturbed view of mangroves and orchards. You can rent bikes and lose yourself in the pure joy of being in one with nature. When the noise of the city gets on your nerves, a picnic in Bang Krachao will ease your heart and mind in a jiffy. Ko Kret Island. Just 20 km north of the metropolis, Bangkok lies the tranquil artificial island of Ko Kret. They are made in Thai style gazebo and are fully equipped with tables made of wood and cement with chairs that are perfect for any picnic. The vibe of the place is very pristine, and it is hard to believe that it is just at a stone throw distance from Bangkok. Do visit the famous in the weekend market and witness the vibrancy of the place, which is infectious. So, what other famous picnic spots in and around Bangkok can you suggest?
