Let me introduce myself. My name is ………… Today I will present Suan Rot Fai
It’s one of the most relaxing and lovely places in Bangkok, but you probably don’t know about it.
That’s not surprising, considering where Suan Rot Fai Park is located – just north of the chaos and commotion of Chatuchak Market. However, on Saturdays and Sundays this park forms the perfect escape from Bangkok’s madness.
First, The park features a special lane reserved for those on two wheels, and if even if you don’t have a bike, rentals reside close at hand. At the entrance of the park, miniature shops rent out bicycles for THB20 to 30 for the day. These pedal bikes offer a far from expert-level challenge. With baskets, bells and seats on the back suited for the conveyance of couples or kids, the bikes cater to the casual cyclist.
Then, Near the beginning of the bike track lies a scenic lake, set up with canoe and paddleboat rentals for as little as THB50 an hour. The shady area around here usually fills up with families picnicking and kicking back. For another THB20, you can rent a mat to set up a mini-feast. A pre-park stop at Villa or Foodland is advisable.
Afterwards, The track also passes by tennis and basketball courts, a playground for kids, a compact driving range and eventually, Bangkok’s only butterfly garden and insectarium. This closed-dome greenhouse in the southeastern part of Suan Rot Fai is another adventure on its own, filled with an exotic collection of tiny winged things like the Plain Tiger and Clipper species. Creatures are rampant throughout the park. We also hear from ornithologists that there are many quaint and quiet spots for bird watching. You’ll also find the odd monitor lizard lazing about.
The easiest way to reach Suan Rot Fai is by taking the BTS to Mo Chit or the MRT to Chatuchak Park and from there, hopping on a motorbike for around a 10-minute ride. Or, if you’re up for exercise, walk northwest on Phahon Yothin Road through Chatuchak Park, eventually crossing onto Kamphaeng Phet Road. Despite its name, Suan Rot Fai is nowhere near the former Talad Rot Fai – so if you’re unsure, take a motorbike or ask for directions along the way.
Open daily from 5am to 9pm. Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium
Open Tuesday to Sunday from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Entry is free