King Rama IX Park

King Rama IX Park is a renowned tourist location, with yearly inflow of traffic that's hardly rivaled by any other park around the world. It is a park that anybody would love to see during a visit to Bangkok, because of how well it combines some of the most attractive tourist events. The beautiful botanical garden combines well with a large lake and some fine gardens that are inspired by countries around the world to form a spectacle that's worth visiting in a lifetime. Despite the interesting nature of the park, it is still surprisingly free for tourists, and brings them am an interesting opportunity to experience the typical afternoon of locals.

Your Perfect Holiday Destination

King Rama IX Park is strategically located about 15km from the city center, so it is quite easy to get to the park once you are in Bangkok. A taxi ride is the easiest means to get here, whether you are coming directly from the town or from the airport in Bangkok. Don't worry about cost, because with 150 baht, you will be able to reach the park from Bangkok's central area. The park opens at 5:00 AM and stays so until 6:00 PM, so you can walk in any time you are ready for a getaway from the daily bustles of the city. You will most likely meet people from different parts of the world, because most tourists come to this place to laze around catching fun. The best time to visit this park is in December, at a time when the park hosts a very interesting annual flower festival, but that does not undermine the fun to be enjoyed when it's out of season, since there is still so much to keep anybody entertained. At a square area of 200 acres, it will sure take you a few hours to wander around the park, but don't be scared, as there will be no single dull moment.

What to Do In King Rama IX Park

While at the park, you will find a lot of interesting activities to keep you fixated. A dated building, for instance, exists at the middle of the park, and if has a golden spire that is visible from anywhere in the park. The building serves the purpose of a gallery to celebrate the life of the king. Here, you will find assorted photos, paintings, and information regarding royal projects. The display here, although mostly not in English is still fascinating nonetheless. Other attractions include an American garden that is located in a big futuristic dome and serves as a reminiscent of the Neveda desert. There is also a very large Titanic garden with an enormous variety of beautiful flowers, such that botanic lovers can spend days looking at them. King Rama IX Park offers something for everybody, irrespective of age, or interest. It is a place that’s worth visiting in a lifetime.