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Dream World Amusement Park in Thailand, is one of the superb entertainment and fun-filled parks to indulge in a plethora of activities with family and friends. The park was inaugurated on 12th Nov 1993. The Kitiparaphon Family is instrumental in creating the park to meet the rising interests of the locals and the foreign nationals. About 1000 million BAHT was invested in building up this magnificent park.Spread across an area of 25 hectares of land, the park is segregated into 4 zones, namely Dream World Plaza, Fantasy Land, Dream Gardens and Adventure Land. Visitors can add this amusement park to their Thailand tour packages and experience almost 40 adventurous rides and other thrilling attractions. The heartbeat of the amusement park is Asia's first hanging roller coaster inside the Adventure Land. You can also find the model of the Grand Canyon as a part of the exciting river rafting.The key feature of the park is the mesmerizing "Colour of the World" street parade which is held every weekend. Several other animal shows and Hollywood stunt shows entertain the audience. Kids will have fun following the cutouts of their favourite superheroes and posing with them for a photo shoot.The amusement park is one of the prominent travel destinations of Thailand. It is elegantly decorated with miniature gardens and trees, offering a perfect weekend getaway. Situated in the Pathum Thani province, it is a perfect entertainment spot for people of all ages. Dream World park is considered to the best theme park in Bangkok, a complete relaxation from the humdrum of city life.Suggested Read: Nature Places Near Bangkok

Located in Khlong Sam Wa, the Safari World, within an area of 170 acres is a drive-in zoological park divided into two parts. The first is the Safari Park to house a large variety of animals like zebra, deer, giraffe, birds tigers lions, bears, etc. in a natural habitat. The second is the Marine Park which hosts events like the famous dolphin show. The Safari World Zoo is the perfect place for families with children to visit during their Thailand trip. Come face to face with thousands of rare and endangered species roaming freely in their natural habitat. The park provides a coach service for visitors who do not drive in.Timings: Opens daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PMPrice: The approximate price ranges from 50 Baht to 350 Baht. 

If you’ve ever wondered what Bangkok looks like from a bird’s perspective, now is the chance to experience it on your own. Home to Bangkok’s highest observation point, the MahaNakhon Skywalk building stands out as a marvelous piece of architecture. Offering some of the most unique experiences in the city, the Skywalk and its accompanying experiences generally make it to all of the best itineraries in Bangkok. Explore this breathtaking attraction as part of exclusive Thailand packages that ensure an unforgettable journey through the vibrant and culturally rich landscapes of this Southeast Asian gem.Upon entering the pixel-shaped tower, one is greeted by a sleek, modern lobby fitted with ticket counters. Adjacent to the booking area is MahaNakhon’s skyride zone; the newest digital experience added to the building, the Skyrides at MahaNakhon offer virtual reality experiences where one can navigate their way through virtual skies as if on a plane.Once off the ride, a corridor of digital walls come alive to lead you to the multimedia elevator- the fastest in Bangkok and one of the building’s most prized assets- which then carries you all the way to the Observation Deck on the 74th floor. The Indoor Deck at the 74th floor offers fantastic panoramic views of the city’s skyline from within the comfort of its glass walls. Having had one’s fill, one can then take the one-way hydraulic lift to the 78th floor, wherein lies the primary attraction of MahaNakhon- the Skywalk.Also known as the ‘Peak’, the MahaNakhon Sky Deck and Glass Skywalk offers unparalleled views of the city. Here, one can take a picture on Bangkok’s highest point, marvel at the scenery below, or even stop for a drink at the Rooftop Bar.Visiting the Observation Decks, however, is not the only thing to do at the MahaNakhon Building. Having finished with one’s experience on the Skywalk, one could head back down to the 4th floor to enjoy duty free shopping at the King’s Power retail outlets.Suggested Read: Places To Visit In Bangkok In 1 Day