Leisure activities
• Lumpini Park : The first public park of Bangkok built in 1925 according to the initiation of King Rama VI, based on 142 acres of Saladaeng Field, a former royal property. The park consists of a large recreation area, artificial lake, ancient Chinese clock tower, public library, palm trees area, including the statue of King Rama VI erected to commemorate his royal kindness. Lumpini Park is open daily from 5.00 AM - 9.00 PM, can be reached by BTS Sala Daeng and MRT Silom Station.
• Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute : A famous institute researching on snakes and its venom, also houses a renowned Snake Farm, where allows you to hold a giant python and see snakes milked of their venom as well as exhibits various species of snakes, cobras, kraits, pythons, and vipers. This institute is located on Rama IV Road opposite to Montien Hotel, opening hours are 8.30 AM - 4.30 PM on weekdays and 8.30 AM - 12.00 PM on weekends and public holidays. Admission fee for tourists are 200 baht for adults and 100 baht for kids.
• Patpong : One of the most well-known nightlife spots and red-light districts in Bangkok, consists of two parallel streets on Silom Road; featured with hundreds of pubs, clubs, lounges, go-go bars, etc. It is a perfect place for single men who seeks for excitement at night.