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 notable monuments 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 temples and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
ICONSIAM
You can enjoy retail therapy at ICONSIAM during your trip to Bangkok. Stroll along the riverfront in this romantic area or visit its lively bars.
Siam Paragon Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Siam Paragon Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Bangkok. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich 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 temples in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Baiyoke Sky Hotel Dining & Observation Deck – Bangkok’s Iconic Experience
Boxing Show at Rajadamnern Muay Thai Stadium
Dream House Thai Massage at Langsuan Branch
Dream House Thai Massage at Sukhumvit 20 Branch
Pattaya Beach & Coral Island (Koh Larn) from Bangkok
Top hotels in Makkasan
The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam
Nuce hotel. Very nice room with spacious bed. Breakfast had a lot of choice.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Asia Hotel Bangkok
This got to be one of the best hotels Ive ever stayed at in. 57 years .
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Grande Centre Point Sukhumvit 55
This hotel was amazing the room was so spacious and elegant. Would highly recommend it.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
We only stayed one night for a long layover, but the transport shuttle was easy to find and use. The staff were friendly and professional. We enjoyed a wonderful dinner in the restaurant too.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
The Landmark Bangkok
Hotel very good upgraded to a club room good location air con good clean sheets and towels everyday Pool good nice and deep end food ok but good choices plenty of bars and shops outside staff very good
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Solitaire Bangkok Sukhumvit 11
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.
Ratchaprasong
Visitors to Ratchaprasong love its popular shops, and you can check out Erawan Shrine and Gaysorn Plaza. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Chit Lom BTS 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.
