It doesn't take long for the average person to get tired of either too many museums or the endless supply of temples in Bangkok. While the air-conditioning sometimes feels like an answer to a prayer, you shouldn't be shy about getting out there and doing the outdoorsy thing. Here are ten of the best outdoor activities in Bangkok.
Probably the most impressive is a bit of a drive: Khao Yai National Park, where you can still find wild elephants and enjoy a cooler altitude. For nature lovers not prepared for the distance, just head to the edge of the city and check out the seashore Bang Pu Nature Park. Parks inside town include lovely Benjasiri Park, right next to the Skytrain, and Lumphini, Bangkok's closest thing to Central Park. Both often have large group exercises or tai chi from time to time. Getting on a bike to explore the city is always rewarding as is a ride on one of the canals. And in the evening, get under the stars -- you can still see some actually -- and hang out at a big beer garden at Siam Paradise Night Bazaar.
Stunning national park with abundant wildlife...
Sukhumvit Road, Samut Prakan
A prime bird habitat close to Bangkok...
Entrances on Rama IV Road, Sarasin Road, Wireless Road and Ratchadamri Road
Paddleboats, Paths, Aerobics in the Park...
Petkasem Road K.m. 30
Samphran
Shows featuring crocodiles and elephants...
Grand China Princess Hotel, 3rd F, 215 Yaowarat Road
Super Fun Off-the-Path Bike and Boat City Tours...
2430 Sukhumvit Road
A new night market with a beer garden and Suan Lum hopes...
99 Panyaintra Road
Kilometer 9, Minburi District
Go on safari in a 440-acre land and marine park...
Between Sukhumvit 22/24 Lanes Sukhumvit Road
Klongtan Sub-District
Beautiful park and exercise area right downtown...
Bangkok City Hall
Sao Chingcha Square, near Dinso Road
See Bangkok by Bike - Free!...
Running east to west parallel to Petchaburi Road
An exhilarating, unofficial boat tour that you should not miss...