Somdet Phra Srinagarindra 84 Park

Open Days: Public Park: Daily / Thung Tha Lat Open Zoo: Daily / Nakhon Si Thammarat City Museum: Tuesday – Sunday

Opening Hours: Public Park: 05.00 – 20.00 / Thung Tha Lat Open Zoo: 09.00 – 18.00 / Nakhon Si Thammarat City Museum: Tuesday – Friday 08.30 – 16.30 and Saturday – Sunday 09.00 – 17.00

 

Somdet Phra Srinagarindra 84 Park, also known as Thung Tha Lat, is one of the largest and most important public parks in Nakhon Si Thammarat city. Located on Ratchadamnoen Road behind Nakhon Si Thammarat Provincial Stadium, the park covers about 1,257 rai and serves as a major green space, recreation area, family destination, cultural learning zone, and public event venue for the province. Within one large area, visitors can find a lake, health park, Thung Tha Lat Open Zoo, bird garden, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Museum, Buddhist learning area, Guanyin statue, central event stage, and shaded spaces for relaxation.

 

The park is meaningful not only because of its size, but also because of its history. The area was once part of Suan Ratcharuedi during the reign of King Rama V before being developed into a major public park for Nakhon Si Thammarat. The official name, Somdet Phra Srinagarindra 84 Park, commemorates the Princess Mother, Somdet Phra Srinagarindra, while the local name, Thung Tha Lat, reflects the way residents of Nakhon Si Thammarat have long remembered and used this place. Together, the two names show both the formal and local identity of the park.

 

Somdet Phra Srinagarindra 84 Park is often seen as a major green lung of the city. Its large landscape gives residents and travelers a place to walk, jog, cycle, stretch, relax, and spend time with family. The wide open layout allows different activities to happen at the same time without feeling too crowded. In the morning and late afternoon, the park becomes especially active as local people come out for exercise, while visitors can enjoy a calmer side of Nakhon Si Thammarat away from busy roads and commercial areas.

 

The lake is one of the most memorable features of Thung Tha Lat. It creates a cool waterside atmosphere and serves as a scenic point for walking, resting, and photography. Between January and March, migratory ducks are commonly associated with the lake area, adding ecological value to the park. For visitors who enjoy urban nature, this season is a good time to observe water birds quietly. Visitors should maintain an appropriate distance, avoid feeding wildlife without permission, and avoid disturbing the birds’ natural behavior.

 

The health park zone is important for daily public use. Local residents use it for walking, jogging, cycling, light exercise, and outdoor activities. The park’s size and shaded areas make it suitable for different age groups, from children and families to elderly visitors who want a quiet place to rest. This daily use makes Thung Tha Lat more than a tourist attraction; it is part of the health, social life, and public well-being of Nakhon Si Thammarat.

 

Thung Tha Lat Open Zoo and the bird garden make the park especially suitable for families with children. The open zoo is not a large national-level zoo, but it provides a local learning space where children can observe animals close to home. Visitors should walk quietly, avoid feeding animals without permission, and respect all barriers and site rules. This makes the visit both enjoyable and educational, while encouraging respect for living creatures.

 

Nakhon Si Thammarat City Museum is another major feature inside the park. It was developed from the Wira Thai building, which is connected with the memory of Thai soldiers who resisted the Japanese landing in Nakhon Si Thammarat on 8 December 1941. The museum now presents the history, society, culture, religion, archaeological heritage, 12 zodiac symbols, and major events of Nakhon Si Thammarat through different types of displays and multimedia. For travelers, this turns a park visit into a deeper introduction to the city.

 

The presence of the museum allows visitors to combine leisure and learning in the same trip. A practical route can begin with a walk around the lake, continue to the bird garden or open zoo, then move to the City Museum for historical context, and finish at the Buddhist learning area or health park. This makes the park suitable for families, students, cultural travelers, and anyone who wants to understand Nakhon Si Thammarat beyond its famous temples and food.

 

The Buddhist learning area, often referred to as Phutthaphum, adds a spiritual and educational dimension to the park. It covers about 25 rai and was designed as a Buddhist learning park with symbolic representations of important places in the life of the Buddha. The area includes the Phra Phuttha Sirinakhon Nat image and a large granite Guanyin statue. This zone gives Thung Tha Lat a contemplative character, making it suitable for visitors interested in Buddhist culture, religious symbolism, and peaceful public spaces.

 

The park also functions as one of the province’s major event venues. Its central stage and broad activity grounds can accommodate festivals, Red Cross events, music-in-the-park programs, health activities, and community gatherings. The park is closely linked with major provincial events such as the Tenth Lunar Month Festival and the Nakhon Si Thammarat Red Cross Fair. This civic role makes Thung Tha Lat a place where the city gathers, celebrates, and expresses its local identity.

 

Visitors should plan their time according to the operating hours of each zone. The public park is open daily from 05.00 to 20.00. Thung Tha Lat Open Zoo is open daily from 09.00 to 18.00. Nakhon Si Thammarat City Museum is open Tuesday to Friday from 08.30 to 16.30 and Saturday to Sunday from 09.00 to 17.00. Knowing these schedules is especially useful for families who want to visit the open zoo and for travelers who want to include the museum in their itinerary.

 

Getting There is convenient because the park is located in Mueang Nakhon Si Thammarat District along Ratchadamnoen Road, one of the city’s main roads. By private car, drive toward Nakhon Si Thammarat Provincial Stadium; the entrance to the park is near the stadium area. Local public transport that runs along Ratchadamnoen Road and the stadium route can also be used, and motorcycle taxis are available in the city for short connections to specific areas.

 

The park is close to many key attractions in Nakhon Si Thammarat city. It can be combined with Sanam Na Mueang, the old city wall area, Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan, Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, and old-town food stops. For a half-day visit, travelers can focus on the lake, open zoo, bird garden, and City Museum. With more time, the Buddhist learning area and event grounds can also be included.

 

Visitors should bring comfortable walking shoes, drinking water, a hat or umbrella for strong sun, and a personal trash bag. Families with children should agree on a clear meeting point because the park is large and has many zones. Elderly visitors should choose shorter walking routes and rest frequently. On provincial event days, extra time should be allowed for traffic and parking, as the park can become much busier than usual.

 

For photography, Somdet Phra Srinagarindra 84 Park offers a wide range of scenes: lake views, water birds, shaded walkways, local exercise activities, the open zoo, the Buddhist learning area, Guanyin statue, and the atmosphere of city life. Weekday mornings are better for quiet images, while evenings and event days are better for capturing the public life of Nakhon Si Thammarat. Visitors should photograph respectfully and avoid disturbing other people or wildlife.

 

What makes Thung Tha Lat special is the way it reflects several layers of Nakhon Si Thammarat in one place. It is a public green space, an urban nature area, a family attraction, a history museum setting, a Buddhist learning zone, and a major provincial event venue. This combination gives the park a stronger identity than a simple recreational ground. It helps visitors understand how local people use public space for health, learning, worship, celebration, and everyday relaxation.

 

In summary, Somdet Phra Srinagarindra 84 Park, or Thung Tha Lat, is one of the most important public spaces in Nakhon Si Thammarat. With an area of about 1,257 rai, historical links to Suan Ratcharuedi in the reign of King Rama V, a lake with migratory ducks, Thung Tha Lat Open Zoo, bird garden, health park, City Museum, Buddhist learning area, and provincial event spaces, it is suitable for families, students, local residents, cultural travelers, and anyone who wants to experience the greener and calmer side of Nakhon Si Thammarat city.

 

 

A: The public park is open daily, Thung Tha Lat Open Zoo is open daily, and Nakhon Si Thammarat City Museum is open Tuesday to Sunday.

 

A: The public park is open from 05.00 to 20.00. Thung Tha Lat Open Zoo is open from 09.00 to 18.00. Nakhon Si Thammarat City Museum is open Tuesday to Friday from 08.30 to 16.30 and Saturday to Sunday from 09.00 to 17.00.

 

A: It is located on Ratchadamnoen Road behind Nakhon Si Thammarat Provincial Stadium in Mueang Nakhon Si Thammarat District.

 

A: Visitors can see a lake, Thung Tha Lat Open Zoo, bird garden, health park, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Museum, Buddhist learning area, Guanyin statue, central event stage, and large recreation areas.

 

A: The public park and Thung Tha Lat Open Zoo are free to enter. Nakhon Si Thammarat City Museum has no admission fee.

 

A: January to March is the best period, as migratory ducks are commonly associated with the lake area during this season.

 

A: Drive along Ratchadamnoen Road toward Nakhon Si Thammarat Provincial Stadium. Local public transport along Ratchadamnoen Road and the stadium route can also be used.

 

A: Nearby places include Sanam Na Mueang, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Wall, Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan, Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, and old-town food areas in Mueang Nakhon Si Thammarat.