Thailand has recently eased their COVID-19 restrictions and is fast becoming one of the most popular travel destinations for Singaporeans. Known for their affordable shopping and sumptuous food, Bangkok is a paradise for shopaholics.
You can find locally handcrafted souvenirs at Bangkok night markets or international brands in Bangkok shopping malls. Foodies can also experience the best of Thai cuisine with endless street food stalls and restaurants.
From affordable to grandeur, we have put together a list of the best places to shop in Bangkok.
Bangkok Night Markets and Shopping Malls That Stretches Your Dollar
Chatukchat Weekend Market
The market of all markets, Chatukchat Weekend Market has more than 15,000 stalls and 11,000 vendors. Divided into 27 sections, here you can find vintage and retro-styled clothing, handcrafted straw goods like hats and bags, and plenty of street food from snacks to desserts.
Average prices start from as low as 40 Baht but at Chatukchat, your haggling skills are put to the test as you are encouraged to barter for the best price. The market is also easily accessible via the MRT which is only 2-minutes away from Chatukchat Park station. Other modes of transportation include buses, taxis and even the Tuk Tuk.
Chatukchat is one of the highly recommended places to visit when in Bangkok but start exploring early because it is a challenge to tour the whole market in a few short hours.
Chatukchat. Kamphaeng Phet 2 Rd, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
Pratunam Night Market
Another Bangkok night market that is well-known for its reasonable prices is Pratunam Night Market. Conveniently located in the centre of the city, Pratunam Night Market is a retail maze. As a wholesale market, Pratunam is the perfect place to go shopping with your friends.
Adopting the buy more save more concept, prices of the clothes usually start from 100 Baht, but vendors are more likely to offer a discount when you purchase more than a few pieces. Apart from retail shopping, tourists can expect live music, fantastic street food and of course, a large crowd.
If you cannot find anything to your liking within Pratunam, you can also visit Palladium Market which is just across the road.
Pratunam Night Market. Ratchaprarop Road, Phayathai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
Union Mall
For those who prefer to shop within an indoor setting, Union Mall is the best place to go. Also located in Chatukchat, Union Mall has a total of eight floors with spacious walkways for you to comfortably walk about. Apart from just retail stores, you can also find several beauty salons to get your nails and hair done at super affordable prices below SGD$15.
The shopping experience extends outside the mall as well where shoppers can find a student night market. This is where university students and young adults come together and lay blankets on the ground to sell handmade crafts and other items like vintage apparel or indie treasures.
A stone’s throw away from Phahon Yothin MRT station, Union Mall is a must to visit as well when in Chatukchat.
Union Mall. 1 Chom Phon, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
Platinum Mall
Platinum is Thailand’s largest wholesale shopping destination. After the pandemic caused many stores to shut their operations, Platinum Mall is quickly regaining its glory as one of Singaporeans favourite malls to shop in Bangkok.
Platinum Mall has over 2000 retail stores selling clothes, accessories, and shoes that range between 150-200 Baht. More than just shopping, you can find a variety of food options from local to international on the higher levels of the mall. As the mall is also frequent by locals, we suggest choosing the right days to visit if you want to avoid the crowd. According to local hotels, weekdays like Friday are usually the best.
Participating stores also offer special discounts and privileges for tourists!
Platinum Mall. 222 Phetchaburi Rd, Thanon Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400, Thailand.
Bangkok Shopping Centres For Travellers With A Little More Budget
MBK Center
A combination of a market and a mall, MBK or Mah Boon Krong is well-known as Bangkok’s pioneer shopping centre. Here you can find almost everything from restaurants, retail to entertainment stores. Some stores in this shopping centre are also known to carry counterfeit goods, so be careful when shopping!
After its major renovation, MBK has welcomed many new stores. Taking over Tokyu, which went “Sayonara” early last year, is Don Don Donki, a popular Japanese megastore. This outlet is the largest flagship store in Thailand. At MBK centre, you can also buy sportswear, health and beauty products and electronics.
Get to MBK centre easily via a direct walkway from National Stadium BTS Skytrain Station.
MBK Center. 444 Phayathai Road, Wang Mai, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand.
Asiatique The Riverfront
As the name suggests, Asiatique The Riverfront is Bangkok’s large-scale riverside mall. Sight see, shop, and dine with the view of the Chao Phraya River. At Asiatique, you can find traditional clothing and children’s wear. Nightlife at Asiatique is also a reason why this place is famous among foreigners and locals.
Fans of dried fruits will be able to find slightly cheaper prices here as compared to buying from Bangkok shopping malls. Asiatique also has several restaurants like Kodang Talay where you can enjoy scenic dining while listening to live bands.
This place is amazing for its vibes and one of the best ways to get there is via the free shuttle boat service which you can board from Sathorn Pier.
Asiatique The Riverfront. 2194 Charoen Krung Rd, Wat Phraya Krai, Bang Kho Laem, Bangkok 10120, Thailand.
The Mall Group: Bangkok Shopping Malls For Affluent Travellers
EmQuartier
Leaning more towards the posh and luxurious side of Bangkok’s shopping scene, EmQuartier has global designer brands like Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Prada. You can also find high fashion street brands like SuperDry, Zara and even local homegrown brands within Qurator which showcases special designs by Thai designers and is available exclusively at EmQuartier.
This mall is split between different zones, The Glass Quartier, The Helix Quartier and The Waterfall Quartier which are all connected via walkways. At the Glass Quartier, you can find most of the high-end goods while The Helix Quartier offers a variety of dining options. The Waterfall Quartier is known for its 40-metre-high waterfall and is also the zone where Qurator is located.
When at EmQuartier, be sure to visit LukKaiThong, an award-winning Thai restaurant or enjoy rooftop dining with live music at Escape Bangkok.
EmQuartier. 693, 695, 622, 626 Sukhumvit Rd, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand.
Emporium
Directly opposite EmQuartier is Emporium, another state-of-the-art luxury shopping mall in Bangkok. With grand marble flooring and white walls, the doormen of Emporium welcome you in with grand gestures. Down Emporium beauty hall, you can find international beauty brands like Clinique, Dior, and Givenchy.
Within the Emporium there is also Exotique Thai where you can find local brands and designers selling beautifully crafted decorations, apparel, and accessories. There are also several electronics and IT stores to get your hands on the latest tech goods. The gold-coloured shopping cart, exclusive to Emporium, is a newly introduced signature to elevate your shopping experience.
Emporium also has its Helix Dining which consists of over a hundred restaurants across different cuisines. If you are travelling with Singapore Airlines, Emirates or Vietjet, present your boarding pass and passport to get cash coupons of up to 650 Baht at Emporium & EmQuartier!
Emporium. 622 Sukhumvit Rd, Khlong Tan, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110, Thailand.
Siam Paragon
One of the largest malls in Thailand, Siam Paragon is a world-class destination. Magnificent and opulent, locals and foreigners alike have continued to choose Siam Paragon as one of the best places to shop in Bangkok. This 10-storey high mall is Bangkok’s best shopping mall with flagship stores like Prada and Hermès.
Newly designed in 2020, Siam Paragon houses many international brands and award-winning restaurants. Their “Atelier de Prestige'' section has niche perfume brands like Maison Francis Kurkdjian and Acqua di Parma. Indulge in their Gourmet Eats food court which combines signature Thai cuisine and street foods such as Thipsamai PadThai and RodDeeDed signature Thai-style noodle soup.
Bringing out the best of lifestyle, leisure and luxury, Siam Paragon is unrivalled.
Siam Paragon. 991 Rama I Rd, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand.
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