The 5 best shopping centers in Bangkok

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Who like wants to shop can indulge in Bangkok. The shopping centers in the Thai capital can compete with, for example, those in London, New York and Dubai.

A mall in Bangkok is not just for shopping, they are complete entertainment centers where you can eat, go to the cinema, bowl, play sports and ice skate. There is even a shopping center with a floating market.

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1.Siam Paragon

Siam Paragon is the most luxurious shopping mall in Thailand and is located in the heart of Bangkok, where affluent locals and foreign tourists gather to spend their money. The mall offers international high-end fashion brands, watches and luxury cars such as Maserati.

You can easily spend a day here. Also visit the trendy food court on the ground floor with delicious food from many well-known restaurants in Thailand, the indoor marine aquarium and the world-class cinema on the top floor: Paragon Cineplex with a giant IMAX cinema screen.

• Transport: BTS Skytrain, get off at Siam station.
• Opening hours: daily from 10.00am to 22.00pm.

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2. Central World

CentralWorld is one of the largest shopping centers and you will find the center of Bangkok. This well-known shopping mall consists of more than 100 international restaurants and cafes, various types of shops ranging from toys, fashionable clothes to furniture and home decoration. On the top floor there is also SF World Cinema and even an indoor skating rink.

• Transport: BTS Skytrain, get off at Siam or Chitlom BTS station.
• Opening hours: daily from 10.00am to 20.00pm.

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3.Central Embassy

Central Embassy is an ultra-luxury lifestyle shopping mall, here you will find a collection of luxury designer stores such as Gucci, Prada or Versace and sophisticated restaurants that are sure to provide you with the best dining experience. Eathai on the ground floor is also known as the chic food court, where you can enjoy a selection of traditional Thai street food from around the country.

• Transportation: BTS Skytrain Phloen Chit or Chit Lom stations.
• Opening hours: daily from 10.00am to 22.00pm.

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4. EmQuartier

Located in Phrom Phong, EmQuartier is one of the many luxury shopping malls in central Bangkok. This mall houses many high-end brands such as Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci, etc, as well as a Zara and Uniqlo store, as well as local brands from Thai designers. The highlight of this luxury mall is the Restaurant zone where you will find almost 50 restaurants by entering an impressive spiral walkway. There is also a luxurious theatre, 'Quartier Cine-Art' on the 4th floor and 'het Waterval Quartier', with a waterfall in an atrium.

• Transportation: BTS Skytrain to Phrom Phong.
• Opening hours: 10.00 a.m. – 22.00 p.m.

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5. ICONSIAM

ICONSIAM, is a brand new shopping mall on the bank of Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. This mall not only offers high-end brands, but also an indoor floating market with products from all over Thailand. The highlight of this mall is the River Park, the large community space on the banks of the Chao Phraya River and ICONIC Multimedia Water Features, the tallest fountain in Southeast Asia. Moreover, there are art galleries exhibition space, where the visitors can gain more knowledge about the art from different cultures.

• Transportation: Located on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River, you can reach Icon Siam by taking the BTS to Saphan Taksin Station (Exit 2) and going to the pier, where you can pick up from 8:00 AM – 23:30 PM can use a free shuttle service. You can also go to Krung Thon Buri Station (exit 1) and take a free shuttle bus from 8am – 12pm. There is a free boat shuttle, from ICONSIAM, to CAT Telecom, Si Phraya Pier, or Ratchawong Pier.
• There is also a direct BTS line - GOLDEN LINE - which has a stop at the entrance of Icon Siam.