If Bang Krachao is nicknamed "Bangkok's green lung" (although geographically it belongs to Samut Prakan, it's right on the city's edge), it's because it's a small, well-preserved area of ​​nature on the edge of the urban bustle. Cycling along the small concrete paths that wind between trees, bamboo, and a few houses in the heart of Bang Krachao is very pleasant and refreshing. Many Bangkok residents come here to cycle on weekends, which is the best way to explore Bang Krachao. I even recommend visiting on a weekend so you can also check out the very friendly Bang Nam Phueng floating market, where I recommend having lunch. Places that offer workshops, such as Ban Joss Aroma, are closed during the week due to lack of demand. However, it's even quieter during the week. So you have a choice: absolute peace and quiet during the week or the feeling of escaping the hustle and bustle that comes with more people, additional activities, and the floating market on the weekend. While Bang Krachao isn't exactly in the countryside, cycling along its small, elevated concrete paths guarantees a real change of scenery! Be warned, though: these paths can quickly become a labyrinth where it's easy to get lost. That's why I recommend a tour with a local guide who lives in Bang Krachao. I recommend him further down this page in my Bangkok excursion tips. Here are 5 things to do during your visit to Bang Krachao: Explore the area by bicycle, cycling through nature and past houses along the small, elevated concrete paths. Visit the Bang Nam Phueng floating market (open weekends only). Relax in Sri Nakhon Kuan Khan Park. See a beautiful Ganesh statue (your choice; admission is now 20 THB). Visit the Ban Joss Aroma Community Enterprise for workshops on dyeing T-shirts or making incense sticks (weekends only). Visit the Bangkok Tree House for a drink and to take the famous photos from above with bicycles (ask the staff). ATTENTION:

Note that there is a very beautiful and unusual hotel in the area called the Bangkok Tree House. If you stay there in its stunning surroundings, you will receive free bicycles for a trip to Bang Krachao.

There are several ways to reach Bang Krachao using public transport. Several piers offer crossings of the Chao Phraya River. The most popular way to reach Bangkok's green lung is via Klong Toey Pier, located behind Wat Klong Toei. You can either take a taxi or the MRT (Bangkok Metro) to Klong Toei station and then a taxi to Klong Toey Pier (60 THB). Boats depart from the end of the road along Wat Klong Toei. The crossing costs 10 baht. Once you arrive on the other side, you'll find a bicycle rental shop (80 THB per day) where you can also pick up a map of Bang Krachao. Another, less well-known but now my favorite option is to travel to Bang Na Pier in Samut Parakan (here), from where you can take a boat across the river (5 THB). This will take you to Wat Bang temple in Nam Phueng Nok, where you'll also find bicycle rental shops (50 THB per day). After just three minutes you are in the heart of the action in Bang Krachao and quickly reach the cozy Tree House Cafe.

How to get there

How do you get to Bang Krachao, Bangkok's green lung? There are several ways to reach Bang Krachao using public transport. Several piers offer crossings of the Chao Phraya River. The most popular route is via Klong Toey Pier, located behind Wat Klong Toei. You can either take a taxi or the MRT (Bangkok Metro) to Klong Toei station and then a taxi to Klong Toey Pier (60 THB). Boats depart from the end of the road along Wat Klong Toei. The crossing costs 10 baht. Once you arrive on the other side, you'll find a bicycle rental shop (80 THB per day) where you can also pick up a map of Bang Krachao. Another, less well-known but now my favorite option is to travel to Bang Na Pier in Samut Parakan (here), from where you can take a boat across the river (5 THB). You can reach Wat Bang temple in Nam Phueng Nok, where you'll also find bicycle rentals (50 THB per day). After just three minutes, you'll be in the heart of Bang Krachao and can quickly reach the cozy Tree House Café.