Anastasia Smith
The lively metropolitan vibe of Bangkok’s Sukhumvit Road is as high as it gets, with the bustling street playing host to swanky city hotels, shopping malls and nightlife hotspots galore. Come — explore and discover the fun and the exciting that the vibrant Bangkok quarter has in store for you.
Where towering glass-swathed skyscrapers characterise, Bangkok sure does have no shortage of ritzy shopping malls, but Terminal 21 on Sukhumvit Road is unlike any other in the capital city. Excited shoppers are invited to an elaborately themed international shopping experience, where recreations of several world-famous cities come alive. Stroll the maze of shops in Tokyo, splash on luxury in London’s Carnaby Street, score a bargain at a souk in Istanbul or indulge in the array of assorted international cuisines — all under one roof at Terminal 21.
Heaven on earth for both the young and the old of families vacationing with kids in tow, Kidzoona in Gateway Ekamai Shopping Mall is the escape your little ones need to have their slice of fun in the Thai city. The indoor playground and children’s amusement centre houses a soft play area, inflatable slides, a delightful merry-go-round and toy trucks and trikes galore, perfect for kids to blow off some steam and have the time of their lives.
Exciting experiences to be had in vibrant Sukhumvit are undoubtedly plentiful, but your time in the capital city wouldn’t be complete without getting a taste of world-renowned Thai cuisine. Embark on an exploration of local cuisine at a fine Bangkok hotel in Sukhumvit the likes of Gardina Asoke, and indulge in the mouth-watering blend of traditional Thai flavours — an experience sure to unleash the true foodie in you.
An oasis of serenity in the heart of the bustling metropolis, Benchakitti Park on Sukhumvit Road makes the perfect escape for all those looking for a moment of peace and quiet in Bangkok City. The waterfront setting, coupled with abounding nature and beauty, make the park a quick nature fix for everyone without having to venture out of the capital city. Frolic on the sprawling green lawns, take respite in the shade of the bountiful trees and unwind in boundless serenity.
As the sun goes down and darkness descends upon the vibrant Bangkok City quarter, nothing says nightlife in Sukhumvit like Soi Cowboy. The infamous nightlife hotspot is a favoured destination among tourists than locals and is arguably as good as it gets in the capital city. Find your taste of incredible nightlife in the 40-odd go-go bars or other pubs, clubs and bars, treating yourself to a night to remember in exciting Bangkok City.
