Bang Pu, also known as Bang Pu Recreation Center is a seaside resort on the Bay of Bangkok belonging to Mueang Samut Prakan District, Samut Prakan Province, central Thailand.br br A drive from Bangkok to Samut Prakan, mainly Bangpu is only about 37 Kilometers, which is less than a 1.3 hour drive. The area is also highly recommended to visit after visiting the Ancient City of Samut Prakan for a cool wind down from the activities spent in the Ancient City.