5 great places to go shopping in Bangkok – where variety is found well stocked

Found in the Riverside section of Bangkok is the "Mother of all Malls" called Icon Siam. Having opened its doors in November of 2018, this dazzling shopping precinct has proven to be a magnet for shoppers of all ages and whims as it paves the way for one mesmeric experience of retail therapy. The mall's ground floor depicts elements of a local food market where patrons and their taste buds can get accustomed to household Thai dishes. Moving to the Mezzanine Floor, you will discover brands in the likes of Victoria's Secret, Hugo Boss and Dior while the 1st floor will present opportunities to get your hands on renowned labels including Calvin Klein, Adidas and Starbucks; the latter can be looked at as a pit-stop en route to checking out more gripping scenes that have made Icon Siam a truly worthwhile leisure hotspot.

Found a stone's throw from Skytrain Station, Siam is where your senses will surely be seduced by the sheer magic and opulence associated with Siam Paragon. Home to an exciting and diverse shopping spree where you can spend time making purchases from a selection of luxury and more affordable products, Siam Paragon is a leisure facility that must be jotted down in your itinerary when thinking of holidaying in Bangkok. For outstanding souvenirs inclusive of beauty care products, clothes and jewellery, do head straight for the Exotic Thai Store found on the 4th floor. From here you can set your sights on meandering through the main floor where a splendid spread of reputed brands can be picked and chosen from. However, for bookworms and tech geeks, Siam Paragon's 3rd floor ought to be made note of where Kinokuniya Bookstore, Life and iStudio are found in perfect harmony.

Merging eco-friendly aspects with modern-day architectural finishes stands the magnificent EmQuartier! Established by The Mall Group as part of the restructuring of the Phrom Phong region, EmQuartier far exceeds the boundaries of a stylish shopping mall where you can let yourself go in the company of world-famous brands. A range of high-class restaurants adds value to the mall which features greenery on all floors and interestingly, boasts of an inviting atrium garden where a beautiful indoor waterfall can be caught sight of. Those looking for a good place to be based may factor in Maitria Mode Sukhumvit 15 which is a mere 2.6 km from the mall and also doubles up as one of the best Bangkok quarantine hotels in the area.

Away from the glitz and glamour of fashion brands and into the world of gadgets and present-day technological advancements, pen down Pantip Plaza and you will not be disappointed. Across its five floors, tech fanatics will feel right at home given its wide range of products and services that can be delighted in. Located in the area of Pratunam, the Plaza will allow you plenty of freedom to check out its most sought after offerings but be sure to expect hordes of like-minded visitors and in short, a beehive of activity beginning daily from 10 am to 8 pm.

To change the pace and scenery of your shopping time in Bangkok, do query your mode of accommodation on the best time to pay a visit to the Chatuchak Weekend Market. Though limited to 2 days in terms of its functioning, the returns will be truly inspiring. Averaging 200,000 visitors a day, the Market arrives complete with over 15,000 stalls selling everything under the sun within its 27 sections. Expect to be greeted by images of ceramic ware, wooden furniture, local paintings, plant life and so much more that will, in turn, afford you a glimpse of how life unfolds and is lived in this part of the city.