Makkasan Travel Guide
Bangkok
Popular places to visit
Khaosan Road
This “anything goes” street is a hot spot for budget travelers who want to buy cheap clothes and souvenirs, people-watch or party all night.
Pratunam Market
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Pratunam Market, a favourite shopping spot in Bangkok. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Terminal 21 Shopping Mall
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Terminal 21 Shopping Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Bangkok. Visit the temples and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
ICONSIAM
When you visit ICONSIAM, a favourite shopping spot in Bangkok, you can browse for souvenirs. Stroll along the riverfront in this romantic area or visit its lively bars.
Siam Paragon Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Siam Paragon Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Bangkok. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
CentralWorld
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit CentralWorld, a favourite shopping spot in Bangkok. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and temples in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Baiyoke Sky Hotel Dining & Observation Deck – Bangkok’s Iconic Experience
Boxing Show at Rajadamnern Muay Thai Stadium
Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise – Scenic Views & Live Performances
Bangkok: Floating and Train Market with Paddleboat Ride
Bangkok: Midnight Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk
Muay Thai Boxing Show with Ringside Seats at Rajadamnern Stadium
Top hotels in Makkasan
The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam
Wonderful hotel
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Asia Hotel Bangkok
Good
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Grande Centre Point Sukhumvit 55
All was good . Neighborhood a bit too busy for my taste
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Amazing spa and the rooms are nice and quiet.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
The Landmark Bangkok
Great Breakfest Buffet - Clean room and Bed good nice sheets 5 star the overall location excellent close to everything walkable the Lobby just re done -looks great fully stocked mini bar great house keeping it might time to update some of furniture in the rooms just to fresh up the look a bit but ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Solitaire Bangkok Sukhumvit 11
Achei que nosso apar
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Makkasan
Din Daeng
You might enjoy the shopping while in Din Daeng. La Villa Aree Shopping Mall is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Sanam Pao BTS Station or Sanam Pao Station to see more of the city.
Nana
Visitors to Nana love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Nana Square and Sukhumvit Road. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Nana BTS Station.
Ploenchit
Ploenchit is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Central Embassy and Central Chidlom Department Store. See more of Bangkok by jumping on the metro at Ploenchit BTS Station or Chit Lom BTS Station.
Chidlom
Chidlom is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Central Chidlom Department Store and Erawan Shrine, and you can get around town on the metro at Chit Lom BTS Station.
Pratunam
Travellers love Pratunam for its popular shops, and you can see more of Bangkok by jumping on the metro at Victory Monument BTS Station or Phaya Thai Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pratunam Market and Victory Monument.
Asoke
Asoke is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Terminal 21 Shopping Mall and Health Land Spa & Massage Asoke, and you can get around town on the metro at Sukhumvit Station.