Bangkok is known for its wide selection of shopping centers and markets, offering so many options to locals and tourists alike. If you're headed to this side of Thailand, these are some of the best places where you can do some serious shopping.
Siam Square
Siam is the home of the most popular shopping centers like Siam Square, Siam Paragon, MBK Center, Siam Discovery Center and Siam Center. It offers a world-class shopping experience, from designer and branded clothing to fine dining restaurants, cafes, and book stores.
Chatuchak Market
Chatuchak is one of the largest markets in the world, so you can literally shop till you drop here. One day is simply not enough for this place, as there are over a thousand stores that sell just about everything you can think of-from clothes to furniture, from food to home ware. The food selection here is excellent, so you can easily get that boost you need when you're tired of walking
Bangkok Chinatown Market
Another cheap budget-friendly experience await at the city's Chinatown, which offers all sorts of items from medicinal herbs and vegetables, to toys and clothing. This is where you're going to find traditional Chinese medicine shops, Chinese temples, and food stalls/restaurants with the best Chinese cuisine.
Rot Fai and Patpong Night Markets
Do your best haggling and walk around at night at the the Rot Fai Market and Patpong, which are some of the most famous night markets in the city. These places offer a wide selection of food, clothing, and accessories.
Asiatique The Riverfront
This place is a combination of a mall and a night bazaar. With over 40 restaurants and over 1,500 boutiques, food, and live entertainment, you surely won't get bored here.
Pratunam
If you plan to buy in bulk or wholesale, this is the place that you must not miss. Pratunam is the wholesale fashion district of the city-here, you can shop for things like clothes, shoes, souvenirs and get them for much cheaper prices.
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