Discover the ultimate fall shopping in Asia. This fall, why not take your shopping to the next level? Plan to visit the vibrant city of Bangkok when planning your journey to Thailand. The city, with it ancient heritage, offers an international and modern atmosphere, known for it’s eclectic mix of bustling markets, luxurious malls and boutiques. Bangkok completely offers a unique shopping experience, that caters to every style and budget. Stay at one of the many hotels near Siam Square, with major international hotel chains, close to shopping malls and subway station nearby.
CentralWorld: Thailand’s largest shopping mall
With over half a million square meters of floor space, located in Siam area, you will almost get lost among stores and floors. The complex offers a wide variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. According to Central World they aim to be “a place where everyone comes to enjoy and celebrate life and the lifestyle one seeks through year-round activities and events which aim to excite and inspire”. And that is true, besides over 600 stores there are many events, a cinema and even an ice-skating rink.
Luxurious shopping in Siam Paragon
Without any doubt the luxurious shopping mall Siam Paragon offers a wide range of exclusive and premium brand stores, restaurants, and a large aquarium with a glass tunnel. Launched after the economy crisis in 2005, this mall of 250 stores offers everything for the premium lifestyle, and is one of the most Instagrammable places in Bangkok.
MBK Center in Siam
MBK Center, since its opening in 1985, remains one of the city’s most popular shopping malls. This sprawling complex, named after its developer’s parents, offers an incredible variety of goods and experiences. With over 2,500 stores, stalls, and eateries, MBK Center caters to every shopper’s needs. The mall is also known as the temple of shopping for designer fakes and affordable fashion, electronics, gadgets and unique souvenirs.
Siam Center and Siam Discovery
Next to Siam Square, with a mix of international and local stores, Siam Center and Siam Discovery offer shoppers two distinct experiences. Siam Center has undergone a series of renovations to maintain its innovative edge and reopened in 2013 as “The Ideopolis”, a haven for art, fashion, technology and lifestyle enthusiasts. Siam Discovery may not be as renowned as its neighbor, but is a great place to find mid- to high-end shops and local and international brands.
Terminal 21
Another unique shopping experience is Terminal 21, located in Sukhumvit, a popular area with many hotels and restaurants. The mall was purposefully designed to resemble an international airport, and have eight themed floors, 600 stores in total, designed to represent a city or country. Terminal 21 is next to skytrain station Asok, just four stations away from Siam.
