CentralWorld
Type: Department Stores, Malls, Shopping Centers
10Best Says
Once known as the World Trade Center, the Central World Plaza is the third largest shopping complex in Asia, and even with the newer malls like EmQuartier or Siam Paragon around, still remains one of... Read More
Once known as the World Trade Center, the Central World Plaza is the third largest shopping complex in Asia, and even with the newer malls like EmQuartier or Siam Paragon around, still remains one of the top shopping draws in Thailand. Christmas is an especially festive time here, with Bangkok's biggest Christmas tree and lights decorated outside. The tree, decorations, and even a sound and light show get going during the last week of November, and then the lights and trees stay outside until early January. Inside, 8 floors host just about every shopping label in Thailand, bookstores, musical instrument shops, and much more. The 7th floor has a wide selection of excellent eateries of different cuisines, plus a gourmet supermarket stocked with goodies, and the 8th floor is home to the 15 screen SF Cinema City movie complex. There are also Christmas sales and plenty of themed shopping, so you're sure to find something that fits what you are looking for here.
Address:
999/9 Rama I Rd
Bangkok, 10330
02 635 1111
Hours:
- Daily 10am-10pm
Website:
centralworld.co.th
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Dave Stamboulis
Bangkok Local Expert
- Christmas Shopping: "make sure to ask for gift wrapping with your purchases. Most shops are happy to do it without charge."
- Shopping Malls and Centers: "It is well worth checking the Central website to see what events are on. They often have Chinese New Year performances, sumo tournaments, and the outside beer gardens open in the winter feature live musical groups each night. The Christmas lights and festivities are also most noteworthy."
- Best Shopping, Downtown Shopping, Pathumwan's Best Shopping: "It is well worth checking the Central website to see what events are on. They often have Chinese New Year performances, sumo tournaments, and the outside beer gardens open in the winter feature live musical groups each night."
- Best for Christmas Shopping Because: For Christmas cheer, Xmas trees, lights, and plenty of widespread shopping opportunities, Central World is at the top.
- Best for Shopping Malls and Centers Because: For central location, array of shops, restaurants, and its great multiplex cinema, CentralWorld is a great shopping mall choice.
- Recommended as Best Shopping, Pathumwan's Best Shopping Because: For central location, array of shops, restaurants, and its great multiplex cinema, Central World is a great mall.
- Best for Downtown Shopping Because: Known as the center of the city, Central World's gourmet market, cineplex, and countless shops never fail to amaze.
