Last Updated on August 29, 2026 by Nadia Halfway

📜 Introduction.

If you have been reading my blog for a while, you might know I absolutely love gardens and parks and Maple Gardens in Kanchanaburi, Thailand, were among the most beautiful I have ever seen.

This flower farm turned floral playground is tucked into the rural outskirts of Kanchanaburi, offering a relaxing place to enjoy a picnic, taste fresh longan, and snap beautiful photos. I went in expecting a pretty photo stop along my way back to Bangkok, and left having spent most of my morning wandering between heart shaped arches, flower covered carriages, and fields of lavender.

If you’re exploring this part of Thailand and want something completely different from waterfalls and war history, this is the place to visit in Kanchanaburi.

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🌸 What Maple Gardens Actually Is.

Maple Gardens are part flower farm, part photo wonderland, part small petting zoo, and part picnic ground, all rolled into one rural property just a short drive from Kanchanaburi town, along the road towards Sai Yok.

The concept is simple but incredibly effective. Open fields of seasonal flowers in shades of pink, purple, and white are dotted with whimsical structures designed purely for photos. Think flower covered carriages, oversized hearts you can walk through, a huge rabbit-shaped sculpture covered in leaves, and wooden viewing platforms to observe the whole scene.

Tucked alongside the flower fields, you’ll also find a small animal area, a catering area, a miniature Hobbit village, and a café where you can have a bite after your walk.

🐰 The Animals.

The animal corner is modest but charming, with rabbits, goats, swans, parrots, chickens, ducks, and a fish pond. It makes Maple Gardens a particularly good stop both for those travelling with children and for those who enjoy flower gardens.

The animals add another playful element to the visit and give you a nice break from wandering through the flower fields. It is not a petting zoo and some are left free in the designated areas. It is a lovely little addition that makes the garden feel more like a miniature countryside wonderland.

🌻 The Flowers.

The flowers change according to the season. Some periods feature vibrant, densely coloured flower fields, while other months highlight lush greenery and fruit trees.

When I visited, I spotted magenta and white carnations, fields of lavender, and pink and yellow snapdragons. However, while researching the latest information to write this article, I discovered that you can also find long fields of sunflowers. They usually seem to bloom in December and early January, adding another beautiful splash of colour to the garden.

🫐 The Famous Longan Buffet.

One of the best part here that I would definitely encourage you not to skip is the all you can eat longan buffet. The fruit is picked straight from the property’s own orchard and is generally included in the entrance ticket.

Longan is a small, sweet, lychee like fruit and one of Thailand’s most underrated treats. Eating it fresh from the tree, while sitting in a flower garden, was a small but unexpected joy that made this stop even more memorable.

📸 Photo Spots.

• The heart shaped flower archways. Several are scattered throughout the property, each framing a different field behind it. Time your shot for when the light is soft.
• The flower covered carriages. When I visited, I found two of them: one covered in white flowers and the other in fuchsia ones. You can climb up to them easily via the ladder.
• The giant rabbit. Completely wrapped by foliage, it is the largest structure in the garden, located right in the middle.
• The flower fields. I was lucky enough to come across a lush field of lavender there too. As I mentioned above, you might also stumble upon a field of sunflowers.
• The hanging pumpkin tunnel. A shaded, hanging vine walkway with huge butternut squashes and long pumpkins hanging from the ceiling.

🍜 What to Eat at Maple Gardens.

Besides the longan buffet, at The Little Maple Gardens Café you can find snacks and staple foods such as sandwiches, rice, desserts, shakes, and, of course, several varieties of coffee, from espresso to Americano. There are also other small food stalls, snack vendors, and drink stations scattered around the property.

Moreover, you can find a small market area where vendors sell plants and fresh produce. Several reviewers mention that your entrance ticket can also double as a discount when buying fruit or vegetables there, so it is worth checking at the gate.

Nevertheless, since there is a large open garden equipped with tables, chairs, cushions, and even duvets, the best idea is to bring your own food and enjoy a relaxing morning with a picnic.

🎫 Info and Tickets.

📍 Location: Near Sai Yok, past Kanchanaburi Rajabhat University, close to the U-turn point along the main road
🕰️ Opening hours: Daily, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
💰 Entry fee: 150 THB for adults,

The Maple Gardens don’t have an official website, so keep an eye on their Facebook page for the latest updates.

Since this is a flower garden, its opening dates depend on the flower season. The farm usually welcome visitors from the end of November until the end of February, generally from the morning until late afternoon. Always check the latest information before making the journey here.

The ticket price is typically 150 THB for adults and includes entry to the seasonal flower fields and an unlimited fresh longan fruit buffet inside the orchard. Ticket stubs can also be used to get small discounts at the on site café or drink stalls or for buying fresh products.

The best time to visit is early in the morning, as soon as it opens. This will help you avoid both the crowds and the heat.

💡 Travel Tips.

Maple Gardens is a photographer’s stop first and a garden second, and there’s no shame in wanting to visit it. We can love trekking through wild mountains, visiting museums, exploring cities, and also taking a day at a beautiful garden to simply relax and take pictures, even while travelling.

If you are travelling alone but still want to take amazing pictures, make good use of a tripod. Maple Gardens is indeed an Instagram spot, and it is very family friendly. Nobody will bother you or stare at you because you are taking selfies. Personally, I never felt worried about someone trying to steal my phone from the tripod but of course, this was simply my personal experience.

Getting here is not easy. I suggest arranging a private driver via GetTransfer or booking a Grab taxi from Kanchanaburi town. Your Grab driver might offer to stay and wait until you finish your visit. In my case, the driver suggested stopping the taximeter and “arranging” a new fare as a private service, explaining that there would not be many Grab cars available in the area.

I honestly accepted because I did not want to risk being stranded there without a way back. Looking back, I am conscious that this was essentially a sort of scam, but I ended up paying around €25 for the return journey, which was still reasonable.

As of now, there aren’t any organised tours that include Maple Gardens. Nevertheless, Kanchanaburi Province is full of activities and experiences to enjoy, from visiting waterfalls and temples to riding the famous Death Railway train. You can find several of these experiences on GetYourGuide, including the ones below.

🎈 Conclusion.

Maple Gardens isn’t trying to be profound. It doesn’t have centuries of history behind it, nor will it teach you much about Thai culture. What it offers instead is something much simpler: a few hours of pure delight. It is the kind of place where you can happily spend your morning wandering through flower fields, shooting lovely photos or just enjoy a tasty picnic lying on the grass.

Travel does not always have to be about ticking off important sights, learning something new, or chasing the next breathtaking viewpoint. Sometimes, you just need a beautiful garden and a few hours to slow down.

If your Kanchanaburi itinerary has been heavy on waterfalls and trekking, Maple Gardens make the perfect counterweight for a peaceful moment.

💬 And you? Had you heard of Maple Gardens before, or have you visited any other wonderful flower parks in Thailand? Let me know in the comments!

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