Makkasan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Khaosan Road
With cheap hotels, diverse food, and cut-price clothing to bring in the back-packers, this street also offers fun, noise and eclectic cultural mix.
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.
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 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 vibrant 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 notable monuments and temples in this culturally rich area.
Rajamangala National Stadium
Catch an event at Rajamangala National Stadium during your trip to Bangkok. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Activities
Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise – Scenic Views & Live Performances
Bangkok: Midnight Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk
White Orchid Dinner Cruise – A Night of Food and Live Entertainment
Baiyoke Sky Hotel Dining & Observation Deck – Bangkok’s Iconic Experience
Bangkok: Grand Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise with Live Show
Our pick of the best Makkasan Hotel Deals
The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam
The location very close to all the shopping and massages was perfect, the breakfast buffet was superb and the services exceptional
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
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Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Grande Centre Point Sukhumvit 55
Everything was as expected and beyond. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Solitaire Bangkok Sukhumvit 11
We were upgraded to a suite and the room was AMAZING! Staff was super friendly and helpful, excellent breakfast selection 👌
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Asia Hotel Bangkok
Hotel is nice, room has seen better days but overall great location and hotel.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel
Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel delivers a polished, upscale stay with unbeatable Chao Phraya River views. The rooftop infinity pool and bar are showstoppers, especially at sunset. Rooms are modern, spacious, and quiet, with floor-to-ceiling windows that elevate the experience. Breakfast offers great ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
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 Pantip Plaza 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 Health Land Spa & Massage Asoke, and you can get around town on the metro at Sukhumvit Station.
