The Green Bridge Bangkok: A Hidden Walk Between Lumphini Park and Benjakitti Forest Park
- reefaulkner
- 7 days ago
- 3 min read
A walk I somehow never knew existed...
Somehow, after living in Bangkok long enough and visiting both Lumphini Park and Benjakitti Park countless times, I had never heard of the Green Bridge, or the forest park tucked quietly beside Benjakitti Lake. And honestly, I still can’t quite believe it.
So now that I know about it, I had to share it with you. Because this turned out to be one of the most beautiful, low impact, rest day walks we have done in Bangkok city.
This was one of those discoveries that makes you stop and think about how many hidden pockets of calm still exist in a city as busy and chaotic as Bangkok.
The Green Bridge Lumphini to Benjakitti
The Green Bridge Lumphini–Benjakitti is an elevated walkway that connects Lumphini Park and Benjakitti Park. Stretching for 1.6 kilometres, the bridge runs above busy roads, traffic, canals, and local communities that most people pass by without ever really noticing.
The bridge originally opened in 1999, but over time it became worn and a little forgotten. Fewer visitors meant it quietly faded into the background of the city. It is now undergoing a major restoration project. While the full vision is not yet complete, walking the bridge in its current state felt peaceful and almost hidden, which honestly added to its charm.
There was something grounding about being up above the city, watching Bangkok move below. Traffic jams, people going about their day, the constant noise and motion. And yet, up on the bridge, it felt calm. The walkway is divided into two lanes, one for cyclists and one for walkers. It is flat, accessible, and easy, making it perfect for a gentle walk, a light cycle, or an active recovery day.
One of my favourite parts of the walk was the contrast. As you move from one park to the other, the bridge passes directly alongside a canal side community. Modern skyscrapers rise in the background while more traditional homes sit quietly below. It feels like seeing two versions of Bangkok at the same time. The bridge itself is not long. It can easily be walked in 20 to 30 minutes. But we chose not to rush it and instead extended the walk by continuing into Benjakitti Forest Park (keep reading to hear about this hidden gem!)
How to get to the Green Bridge Bangkok
You can access the Green Bridge from either side.
From Lumphini Park side, take the BTS Green Line and get off at Phloen Chit Station. From there, walk along Wireless Road for around 750 metres to reach the Lumphini Park entrance to the bridge.
From Benjakitti Park sideYou can also enter the bridge directly from Benjakitti Park.
Google Map pin: Green Bridge Lumphini–Benjakitti Park
Benjakitti Forest Park a surprise I never expected
After crossing the bridge, we entered Benjakitti Forest Park, and this was another discovery that genuinely surprised me. This space was once a former tobacco factory site. Today, it has been transformed into a low maintenance green lung designed to regulate stormwater, cleanse polluted water, provide habitats for wildlife, and create a large public space for people living in central Bangkok. The park spans approximately 102 acres and was completed in 2022. Designed by Turenscape with Arsomsilp Landscape Studio, the park applies the sponge city concept, allowing the landscape to absorb, store, and filter stormwater in a flood vulnerable city like Bangkok.
Four large lakes are capable of holding up to one million cubic metres of stormwater. Wetlands naturally filter contaminated water while also supporting birds and other wildlife.
Walking through the park feels immersive and calming. Boardwalks wind through wetlands at ground level, while elevated skywalks move through preserved tree canopies above. Despite being surrounded by major roads and dense city living, it feels quiet, spacious, and restorative. It doesn’t feel like a park designed for crowds. It feels like a place designed to breathe.
Google Map pin: Benjakitti Forest Park
Ending the walk at Benjakitti Park
We finished our walk by exiting the forest park back into Benjakitti Park just in time to watch the sunset over the lake. The light softened, the skyline changed colour, and for a brief moment, the city felt still. This felt like the perfect active rest day. A gentle walk through nature in a city known for its constant hustle and movement. It felt like uncovering a hidden secret, and now that I know it exists, I know I’ll be back again.
If you live in Bangkok or are visiting and want something different from shopping malls, temples, or cafés, this walk is well worth your time.
Maybe one day I’ll see you there.
Much love,
Mi-Ree 💜
Enjoy life every day.
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