Unusual attractions at major airports that let you cycle around the terminals – and even play a game of golf
TWO major airports in a bustling Southeast Asian capital city play host to some of the most unexpected attractions.
Of the two airfields located in Bangkok, Thailand, one offers up the chance to cycle around the grounds while the other lets you play golf between its two runways.
Suvarnabhumi Airport, the larger and more modern of the two, features the innovative bike track that takes you along the airport’s perimeter.
The airport has a 14.6 mile cycling park located in the north-eastern corner of the airport.
The Happy and Healthy Bike Lane encircles the airport using a specially constructed link.
It is accessible to cyclists, joggers, and walkers, providing a unique opportunity to exercise while enjoying views of the airport’s buzzing operations and the surrounding landscapes.
The major hub was the 26th busiest in the world by passenger numbers last year, according to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
18 miles north-west of Suvarnabhumi lies Don Mueang International Airport.
It is here where you find a golf course sandwiched between the airport’s two active runways.
Established in 1952 by the Royal Thai Air Force, this 18-hole, par-72 course stands out for its unparalleled location.
Kantarat Golf Course is the only golf course in the world situated within an international airport’s airfield.
With no high fences or walls separating the golf course from the active runways, players can enjoy the panoramic views of aircraft in motion.
Prices are relatively cheap too, costing just 320 Baht (£7.22) for a round from Monday to Friday, according to 1Golf.eu.
During weekends and holidays, the price almost doubles to 620 Baht (£13.98).
Once on the course there are several differences to your typical green.
Players have to pass through security and metal screening before they can access the 18 holes.
Additionally, there is also a red light system in place that holds play when aircraft are landing.
This is done to avoid stray golf balls causing problems on the active airfield, according to Simple Flying.
Don Mueang had formerly been the sole international airport serving the city but transformed into a low-cost carrier hub following the construction of Suvarnabhumi in 2006.