Joanna James
Bangkok is a pretty big place and if you're short on time it would be difficult to traverse this global city in its entirety, so here are some of the best shopping places in Sukhumvit.
Situated in Bangkok's Middle-Eastern area, which is also known as 'Little Arabia', is this striking assortment of markets that extend all the way up to the Asok BTS Skytrain Stations. This is a great way to start your Bangkok shopping experience, especially since it will help you get accustomed to the street market concept.
This is one of the newest additions as far as Bangkok malls are concerned and is located in close proximity to Maitria Hotel Sukhumvit 18, an easy to find boutique hotel Bangkok has that can serve as a landmark. EmQuartier is definitely one of the more luxurious attractions since it contains renowned brands such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Prada.
When it comes to daring conceptual designs this is one of the best that Bangkok has to offer. The mall is divided into certain areas where each of them is designed based on a world famous city such as Tokyo or London. To fully embody the global city theme behind it, the entire mall is designed to resemble a modern-day airport, with many interior components to match. Terminal 21 has more than six hundred shops, a movie theatre and countless restaurants offering a wide variety of delectable cuisines.
Conveniently located with direct access provided by the BTS, makes this mall very popular. Convenience aside, Emporium is a very refined and elegant mall which contains all of the big names in fashion such as Chanel, Diesel and Calvin Klein. You will also discover some very intriguing Thai designer brands, along with an extensive food court.
For a distinctively Japanese experience or a welcome change of pace, this is one of the best places to visit. The entrance of the mall contains a gigantic 'lucky cat', and the extensive assortment of shops is all quite affordable. The mall's design with soft lines and warm colours make it a very pleasant place to explore and indulge in some shopping. For a unique culinary experience, head to the 'M Floor', which contains a host of food-chains from Japan as well as international chains offering Japanese food.
This is definitely one of the most balanced malls in all of Bangkok since it caters to both the wealthy as well as those looking for more affordable choices when conducting their shopping. In a single shopping emporium you will find shops selling cheap clothing as well as a dealer of luxury automobiles like Aston Martins and Lamborghinis. Divided into five zones, K Village offers a diverse range of stores, but what is constantly ranked as the best thing about this galleria, is the food court. Under one roof you will find fine-dining restaurants encompassing a variety of cuisines and just as many fast-food options.
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