Blow Your Baht At These Shopping Places In Bangkok
There are some shopping places in Bangkok that provide the most gratifying and enjoyable shopping experiences in the world. From bargain opportunities to the beauty of the markets, every aspect of these markets will make you want to splurge like crazy. May it be luxurious fashion brands or vintage street items, Bangkok is brimming with places which can turn anyone into a shopaholic. Here are some of the most vibrant and trendy shopping places to Bangkok where you would not mind emptying your pockets:
1. Chinatown
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You hardly need any reason apart from shopping to visit Chinatown. Just in case you do, Chinatown is home to some of the tastiest street-food joints in the city. Wandering through the ambient alleys of Chinatown will only make you fall in love with Bangkok even more. Street-side restaurants and vendors are a common sight in every market, but what makes this one special is the gold shops with a dense concentration throughout the market.
Perfect for: Travelers who do not want to spend much money on shopping
What to buy here: What not buy here? Everything in Chinatown is attractive and worth taking home
2. Chatuchak Market
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One of the most fabled markets in Bangkok, the Chatuchak Market is one of the largest weekend markets in the world. The market has 8,000 stalls selling everything from handicrafts and souvenirs to flowers, plants, and food items. The stalls in the market are well signalised and divided into sections which makes it easy to shop for desirable items in the market.
Perfect for: Bargainers
What to buy here: Thailand souvenirs and flowers
3. MBK
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Arguably the best fashion market in Bangkok, MBK is the best place to find fashionable clothes at low prices. Originally called as the Mahbookkrong, the MBK is one of the oldest shopping malls in Asia. Apart from clothes, the shopping mall is also a good place to find electronics and accessories. MBK is a go-to shopping mall for both the locals and tourists.
Perfect for: Shoppers looking to buy branded clothes at low prices
What to buy here: Branded western clothes
4. Talad Rot Fai Srinakarin Night Market
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The Talad Rot Fai Srinakarin Night Market also known as the Train Market is the best place in Bangkok to buy vintage items. The market is full of street-side joints selling delicious Thai fast food items. An American Car from the 1950s, coca cola signs, vintage auto parts, and antique furniture are just some of the plenty of items you can find in the market.
Perfect for: Night owls
What to buy here: Vintage items
5. Pratunam Market
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The Pratunam Market in Bangkok is synonymous to fashion. The market is brimming with a variety of shoes, accessories, and clothing items. It is one of the cheapest shopping destinations in Bangkok. The Pratunam Market can get very crowded during the weekends, however, you are rewarded with the best deals if you make your way through the crowd.
Perfect for: For fashionistas looking to buy a variety of accessories and shoes.
What to buy here: Indian style dresses and gowns
6. Terminal 21 Bangkok
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Each floor of the Terminal 21 Bangkok is designed with a different city theme. The level 1 of the mall is designed like Tokyo and level 4 like San Francisco. The Golden Gate Bridge in the upper middle part of the mall is the most significant feature of the mall. The Terminal 21 Bangkok is not just a shoppers’ paradise but also a visual treat to all the visitors.
Perfect for: Avid shoppers as well as strollers
What to buy here: Affordable Thai designer clothes
7. Siam Paragon
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Siam Paragon is all things luxurious and grand. The architecture of the mall is very compact yet chic. Besides housing some top-end international brands, the Siam Paragon is also home to Southeast Asia’s largest aquarium. The shops in the mall offer many luxury items to splurge on. If you are looking to buy something extraordinary, Siam Paragon is the place to go.
Perfect for: Shoppers to like to splurge
What to buy here: luxury items and clothes
Put your bargaining skills to work at these markets and go on an unforgettable shopping spree.
