Lumpini Park

"Two lakes enhance this popular park, one of the biggest in the center of the city. You can watch children feed bread to the turtles or teenagers rowing a boat to more secluded shores." Full review

"Named after Buddha's birthplace in Nepal, the capital's best green enclave was donated in 1925 by King Rama VI, whose statue dominates the gate opposite Silom." Full review

"The Thai capital's answer to New York City's Central Park... offers a range of free (or at least wallet-friendly) diversions." Full review

"What Central Park is to New York City, Lumpini Park is to Bangkok." Full review

"Set right in the heart of the city, the park includes a man-made lake strewn with swan paddle boats, and it's a popular spot for trail walking, picnics, Tai Chi, live music, and more."