Ratchaprasong Information Guide
With a rich history dating back more than 50 years, the Ratchaprasong area has long been considered one of the most vibrant shopping, cultural and lifestyle highlights of Bangkok. It can be explored with ease, merely by hopping off the Chidlom Skytrain (BTS) station - straight onto the pedestrian-friendly skywalk that rises above the busy streets at the intersection of Ratchaprasong and Rajadamri Roads.
The skywalk makes it easy to discover the district's many attractions, from several world-class shopping malls to six famous shrines, including the famous Phra Phrom (Erawan Shrine). With five-star hotels, fine dining and a staggering selection of retail therapy packed into one square mile, visitors to Ratchaprasong are sure to discover, experience and enjoy some of Bangkok's best offerings.
The area, also known as a highlight along Bangkok's 'shopping high street' that stretches from Siam to The Emporium, is home to the city's official New Year's Countdown party (in front of the CentralWorld mall), and is beautifully decorated with lights over the Festive Season.
Its central location - close enough to walk to Siam and connected by Skytrain to other prime areas like Silom, the riverside and Sukhumvit Road - makes Ratchaprasong a highly desirable and sensible choice for visitors. |
The Ratchaprasong area has long been considered one of Bangkok's most vibrant shopping and entertainment areas. A skywalk makes it very convenient to explore the many famous malls at this busy intersection... (READ MORE)
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Aside from world-class shopping in Ratchaprasong, visitors can take in a movie at several cinema complexes, sling balls down bowling alleys, or serenade friends in karaoke booths. No less than six shrines to deities, whose roots link to ancient Hindu tradition, sit alongside this area's bustling shopping malls, hotels and hot spots. (READ MORE)
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In the malls and the streets of the Ratchaprasong intersection you'll find an eclectic mix of places to shop, with several major shopping malls to choose from. (READ MORE)
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Ratchaprasong has a diverse variety of places to eat. The area's many roadside food stalls means you can easily join the locals by grazing from one of the many fruit, grilled meat, noodle, or beverage stands dotted around... (READ MORE)
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Be it after work cocktails, dancing the night away, bowling or singing your heart out, Ratchaprasong has something for everyone once the sun goes down. (READ MORE)
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Most taxis know the malls within Ratchaprasong, but it can be a little hit and miss. However, almost all will recognise and understand 'bpai Phra Phrom Erawan' (go to Erawan Shrine). (READ MORE)
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