Bangkok Shopping
Siam Paragon, one of the biggest shopping malls in Asia and considered one of the most luxurious shopping centers in Southeast Asia. Central World is the largest shopping center in SouthEast Asia with 8.6 million ft.
Thailand has a variety of shopping experiences from street markets to malls. Tourists have historically always preferred markets and bazaars to the other forms of shopping. The Chatuchak weekend market is one of the largest shopping destinations in Bangkok. Water markets are gradually disappearing, but remain strong tourist attractions as many tours are offered through the canals the markets are located on.
The huge new shopping complex known as Siam Paragon and CentralWorld on Rama I Road in Bangkok's city center are among the biggest and most luxurious malls in Southeast Asia. Bangkok also includes over 15 world class malls situated around Bangkok, mostly centered around Sukhumvit Road.
The adjacent MBK Center (Mahboonkrong) shopping center and Siam Square area are targeted towards bargain shoppers.
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