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Suan Somdet Ya Srinagarindra Park
A 109-rai lakeside park 0.5 km from IMPACT Arena. Stretch your legs before or after the show.
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Suan Somdet Ya Srinagarindra Park, known locally as Suan Somdet Ya, is a public park built to honor Her Royal Highness Princess Srinagarindra, the Princess Mother, on her 80th birthday. It sits in Nong Prue, Ban Mai subdistrict, Pak Kret district, Nonthaburi, right next to Muang Thong Thani and about 0.5 km from IMPACT Arena. The park covers 109 rai in total, roughly 170,000 square meters, split into 40 rai of land and 69 rai of water. Its main features are a large central lake with a fountain, a flower clock at the Si Saman Road entrance, and a running track around the lake marked with distance signs. The park officially opened on 16 March 1993.
What sets Suan Somdet Ya apart from a typical city park is that most of it was left in its natural state rather than being landscaped from scratch, because the site holds archaeological significance and may still be excavated in the future. The area was originally a large marsh, so development worked around the existing ecosystem instead of replacing it. The result is mature trees, real shade, and a natural feel that's hard to find just minutes from a major exhibition venue.
For anyone at IMPACT Arena, Thunder Dome, IMPACT Challenger, or IMPACT Exhibition Hall, this park is one of the closest places to rest your eyes and legs. It works well first thing in the morning before doors open, over a lunch break, or after a full day on the show floor when you want to sit by the water before heading back. Note that none of the halls have a walking route to the park, so you'll need a car even though it's only 0.5 km away.
Why IMPACT event-goers pick this place
- Just 0.5 km from IMPACT Arena, a few minutes by car, easy to fit in before the show, over lunch, or after hours.
- 109 rai total with 69 rai of water means open air and shade, a change from a full day in air-conditioned halls.
- A running track around the lake with distance markers and outdoor exercise equipment, handy for multi-day exhibitors who want a morning workout.
- A genuine neighborhood park used daily by locals, casual and free, no tour booking required.
- Clear photo spots: the flower clock at the Si Saman Road entrance, the mid-lake fountain, the waterside Thai pavilion, and Muang Thong Thani's skyline reflected on the water.
- Kids can feed the fish in the lake, a short activity that fits neatly around a full day of show visits.
Suan Somdet Ya at a glance
Suan Somdet Ya Srinagarindra Park is a 109-rai public park in Pak Kret district, right next to Muang Thong Thani. Locals call it Suan Somdet Ya for short; the English name used on maps and international sites is Suan Somdet Ya Srinagarindra Park.
- Location: Nong Prue, Ban Mai subdistrict, Pak Kret district, Nonthaburi
- Distance from IMPACT Arena: 0.5 km (our research indicates you need a car; there's no walking route from the halls)
- Size: 109 rai total, 40 rai land and 69 rai water, about 170,000 square meters
- Opened: 16 March 1993, presided over by HRH Princess Galyani Vadhana, Princess of Naradhiwas (some English-language sources cite 6 March)
- Built to honor Princess Srinagarindra, the Princess Mother, on her 80th birthday
- Entrances: two, the main one on Si Saman Road and a second on the Muang Thong Thani side
- Admission and hours: not confirmed by any official source we checked; ask park staff directly
What to see and do in Suan Somdet Ya
The heart of the park is a large lake covering 69 of the park's 109 rai. A dancing fountain in the middle of the lake is the feature people talk about most. A brick-paved path circles the lake, comfortable for both walking and running, with views of the Muang Thong Thani skyline reflected on the water.
Also worth seeing is the waterside Thai pavilion, modeled on the pavilion where the Princess Mother lived as a child, and open to visitors. At the Si Saman Road entrance, a large flower clock is the first photo stop for most people.
- The mid-lake fountain, the park's best-known viewpoint
- The flower clock at the Si Saman Road entrance
- The waterside Thai pavilion, modeled on the Princess Mother's childhood pavilion
- A brick-paved path along the lake
- A running track around the lake with distance markers and outdoor exercise equipment
- Fish feeding in the lake, a favorite with kids
- Mature trees and natural areas left largely untouched
- Plans exist to develop part of the park into an herb garden in future
Getting there from IMPACT Arena and IMPACT Challenger
The distance from IMPACT Arena to Suan Somdet Ya is about 0.5 km, but our research is clear that IMPACT Arena, Thunder Dome, IMPACT Challenger, and IMPACT Exhibition Hall have no walking route to the park. Use a private car, taxi, or shuttle instead. The drive normally takes just a few minutes, but allow extra time during major events, since traffic around Muang Thong Thani gets heavy before doors open and after events end.
The park has two entrances. The main one, on Si Saman Road, is the one with the flower clock. The other sits on the Muang Thong Thani side, about 500 meters from the hotel zone on that side. If you're staying in the area, the Muang Thong Thani entrance is the closer option.
- From IMPACT Arena: 0.5 km, by car, not a walking route
- From IMPACT Challenger: by car, per our research
- From IMPACT Exhibition Hall and Thunder Dome: by car, per our research
- Main entrance: Si Saman Road side, look for the flower clock
- Second entrance: Muang Thong Thani side, about 500 m from the hotel zone
- Rail and bus routes: not confirmed by any official source we checked, check with the relevant operator before you travel
Admission, hours, and what to know before you go
Suan Somdet Ya is a public park that locals in Pak Kret and Muang Thong Thani use daily for exercise and downtime. Exact opening hours, admission fees, and the fountain's operating schedule are not confirmed by any official source we checked, so ask staff at the entrance directly before you plan around them, especially for early morning or evening visits.
Plan around the sun and humidity. More than half the park is open water, so afternoons get hot and glare off the surface is strong. If you can choose your time, before 9am or after 4pm makes for a much more comfortable walk.
- A public park open to everyone
- Hours and admission: not confirmed, check directly with the park
- Best times: before 9am or after 4pm to avoid the sun
- Bring your own water, since we found no confirmed information on shops inside the park
- Comfortable walking shoes are enough; the paths are flat, paved brick
Who it suits and how long to spend
A loop around the lake, photos at the flower clock and Thai pavilion, and a rest by the water takes about an hour. If you plan to run or bring kids to feed the fish, budget 1.5 to 2 hours, which fits neatly into a morning before IMPACT opens or an afternoon after you've finished the show floor.
The clearest beneficiaries are exhibitors and multi-day attendees who want a change of scenery from air-conditioned halls; big trees and lake breeze do that well. Families with kids come next, along with couples or photographers looking for a green backdrop, since the park has been a popular pre-wedding photo location for years.
- Walking loop, photos, rest: about 1 hour
- Running or fish feeding with kids: 1.5 to 2 hours
- Good for exhibitors and multi-day attendees wanting a change of scenery
- Good for families with kids and anyone looking for pre-wedding photo spots
- Not the place for air-conditioned work seating or an in-park cafe
Tips for people attending events at IMPACT
The practical approach is to slot the park into a gap in your schedule rather than blocking out a whole day. Morning before doors open has the best weather and the fewest people. After the event ends in the evening, the park gives your legs a break before you head to the car, and it can work in your favor since traffic leaving Muang Thong Thani is often worst right after an event lets out.
If you're staying overnight in the area, use the Muang Thong Thani side entrance, about 500 meters from the hotel zone, rather than looping around to Si Saman Road. If you want a photo with the flower clock, though, you'll need to enter from Si Saman Road.
- Slot in a visit in the morning before doors open, or about an hour after the event ends
- Always go by car since our research shows there's no walking route from the halls, even though it's only 0.5 km
- Want the flower clock photo? Enter from Si Saman Road
- Want the fastest route from the Muang Thong Thani hotel side? Use the second entrance, about 500 m away
- Bring water and a hat; the sun reflecting off 69 rai of water is strong in the afternoon
- On major event days at IMPACT, allow extra travel time since traffic around Muang Thong Thani gets heavy
Frequently asked questions
Where is Suan Somdet Ya, and how far is it from IMPACT?
Suan Somdet Ya Srinagarindra Park is in Nong Prue, Ban Mai subdistrict, Pak Kret district, Nonthaburi, about 0.5 km from IMPACT Arena. The park sits right next to Muang Thong Thani, and its Muang Thong Thani side entrance is about 500 meters from the hotel zone on that side.
Can I walk from IMPACT Arena to Suan Somdet Ya?
No, use a car. Our research indicates IMPACT Arena, Thunder Dome, IMPACT Challenger, and IMPACT Exhibition Hall have no walking route to the park, even though it's only 0.5 km away. Take a private car or taxi, and allow extra time on major event days.
What are the opening hours for Suan Somdet Ya Srinagarindra Park in Nonthaburi?
We found no confirmed opening hours from any official source we checked. Ask staff at the park entrance directly before you go, especially if you're planning a visit before 6am or after 7pm. In practice, locals mainly use the park to exercise in the morning and evening.
How much does it cost to enter Suan Somdet Ya?
We found no confirmed admission fee from any official source we checked. It's a public park open to everyone. For certainty before you travel, ask staff at either of the park's two entrances.
How big is Suan Somdet Ya, and can you walk the whole loop?
The park covers 109 rai in total, 40 rai of land and 69 rai of water, about 170,000 square meters. A brick-paved path and a marked running track circle the lake. A relaxed loop takes about an hour.
How much time should I set aside for Suan Somdet Ya?
About an hour for a walk and photos, and 1.5 to 2 hours if you'll run or bring kids to feed the fish. That fits neatly into a morning before IMPACT opens or an afternoon after the show floor.
How many entrances does Suan Somdet Ya have, and which is closest to Muang Thong Thani?
There are two entrances. The main one, on Si Saman Road, is marked by a large flower clock. The second sits on the Muang Thong Thani side, about 500 meters from the hotel zone there, the closest option for anyone attending an event at IMPACT.
When did Suan Somdet Ya open, and why was it built?
It officially opened on 16 March 1993, with HRH Princess Galyani Vadhana, Princess of Naradhiwas, presiding on behalf of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. It was built to honor Princess Srinagarindra, the Princess Mother, on her 80th birthday. Note that some English-language sources cite 6 March 1993.
Can I bring kids to Suan Somdet Ya? What is there for them to do?
Yes. The most popular activity is feeding the many fish in the lake, which takes about 20 to 30 minutes. There's also plenty of open green space for kids to run around, and it's a park local families in Pak Kret use regularly.
Can you go running at Suan Somdet Ya?
Yes. The park has a running track around the lake with distance markers, plus outdoor exercise equipment. The brick-paved path around the lake is comfortable to run on, good for anyone attending IMPACT for several days who wants a morning workout.
Can you take pre-wedding photos at Suan Somdet Ya?
Yes, it's been a popular pre-wedding photo location for years. Popular backdrops include the 69-rai lake, the mid-lake fountain, the waterside Thai pavilion, and the flower clock at the Si Saman Road entrance. For commercial shoots or larger crews, check the terms with park staff first.
What time does the fountain in the lake run?
We found no confirmed fountain schedule from any official source we checked. The fountain sits in the middle of the lake, which covers 69 of the park's 109 rai, and it's the park's best-known feature. Ask staff at the entrance so you don't miss it running.
Are there restaurants or shops in the park? Can you have a picnic?
We found no confirmed information on restaurants or shops inside the park from any official source we checked, so bring your own water. The green space under the large trees is where locals sit and relax; if you plan to lay out a picnic mat, check the park's rules with staff first.
Can I bring pets to Suan Somdet Ya?
We found no confirmed pet policy from any official source we checked. Ask staff at either of the two entrances before you bring a pet in, so you don't make the trip for nothing when it's just 0.5 km from IMPACT Arena.
What's parking like at Suan Somdet Ya?
We found no confirmed parking details or rates from any official source we checked. Since the park has two entrances, on Si Saman Road and on the Muang Thong Thani side, ask staff which lot to use, especially on major event days at IMPACT when traffic around Muang Thong Thani gets heavy.
What's the best time of day to visit Suan Somdet Ya?
Before 9am or after 4pm is the most comfortable, since the 69-rai lake surface reflects strong afternoon sun. For anyone attending IMPACT, morning before doors open is the quietest time, while an hour after the event ends is a good way to rest your legs and skip the worst of the traffic as everyone leaves at once.
Facts from the official website, last checked 31 Aug 2026