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 temples 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 notable monuments and temples in this culturally rich area.
MBK Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to MBK Center, a popular shopping spot in Bangkok. Visit the temples and notable monuments in this vibrant 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 notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Rajamangala National Stadium
Catch an event at Rajamangala National Stadium during your trip to Bangkok. Visit the shops and lively bars in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Baiyoke Sky Hotel Dining & Observation Deck – Bangkok’s Iconic Experience
Bangkok Spa at Pathumwan Princess Hotel
Dream House Thai Massage at Langsuan Branch
Dream House Thai Massage at Sukhumvit 20 Branch
Top hotels in Makkasan
The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam
I stayed at hotel almost two weeks and liked everything. The room was clean,spacious and quiet. Staff very friendly,helpful and accommodate. Breakfast was very good and location couldn’t be better. I will return!
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Asia Hotel Bangkok
The hotel was ideally located with good facilities and breakfast.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Valia Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit
Always great to stay here. Above class service and amenities. Everything from the moment you show up, to the chocolate bar, and till the point the trip is over, this place really does an amazing job. 5 star service from beginning to end
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Divalux Resort & Spa Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport
Very nice hotel
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Grande Centre Point Hotel Terminal 21
Very convenient, it has a entry connect to the Terminal 21 shopping plaza. I like this plaza because it has lots of Thai individual stores selling different stuffs not like the other mall's stores only anchored with big international brand. The food court located on the top of the plaza is the cheapest ...
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Mandarin Hotel Managed by Centre Point
Cool hotel. Bathroom could be a little cleaner and needs a slight touch up. One usb socket on the wall didn’t work either, but other than those things it was great
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Makkasan
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.
Thanon Phaya Thai
If you're spending time in Thanon Phaya Thai, check out sights like Pratunam Market or Platinum Fashion Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Phaya Thai Station or Ratchaprarop 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 EmQuartier, and you can get around town on the metro at Sukhumvit Station.
