Lumpini / Silom
Lumpini Park Loop
All routes
Distance
2.5 km
Difficulty
Easy
Best time
5:00–7:00 AM
Start
Main gate, King Rama VI statue
The route
* Approximate route — see the exact path in Google Maps below
Before the city wakes, Lumpini Park has been the meeting point for Bangkok runners for decades. The main loop runs about 2.5 km — flat, shaded, and safe enough to run alone before dawn.
Why here
It is easy to reach from Silom and Sathorn, the tree canopy blunts the heat, and everything you need is on hand — from water to restrooms. It suits first-timers and serious training alike.
If you run in Bangkok, sooner or later you run at Lumpini.
What you'll see
- The lake at first light
- Continuous tree cover
- Outdoor gym and tai chi groups
Before you go
- Open 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM
- Water points and restrooms around the loop
- Watch for cyclists in the outer lane