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Bangkok, the best places for shopping and going out and about

 

Bangkok, the best places for shopping and going out and about

Bangkok, the Thai capital, is swarming with chic and hip restaurants, trendy bars as well as trendy fashion and design boutiques.
We selected a few places you shouldn’t miss during your next stay in the city of Angels!

Bangkok, the Thai capital is swarming with chic and hip restaurants, trendy bars as well as trendy fashion and design boutiques.
We selected a few places you shouldn’t miss during your next stay in the city of Angels!

The hip restaurants in Bangkok

“Cabbages and Condoms” is the ideal place for an exotic dinner, surrounded by a lush tropical garden.
The original setting, as the name indicates, will surprise you. The dishes are generous, well presented, and affordable.
Once you exit, stop at the gift shop which offers, amongst other things, condom-shaped lamps and “hands free” condoms.
Address: 10 Sukhumvit Soi 12 Bangkok. Telephone: + 662 22 94 610

To rub elbows with people from around the world, go to Suppatra River House.
You can discover delicious Thai cuisine at affordable prices and enjoy the splendid views of the Chao Phraya river.
Address: 266 Soi Wat Rakhang Bangkok. Telephone: + 66 2 41 10 305

On Sukhumvit Road, the Lemon Grass restaurant is a sure bet.
It is known for serving the finest Thai cuisine in the city in a setting of carved woodwork and soft lighting.
Try the house specialty, the Lemon Grass Chicken, or the Shrimp marinated in coconut milk and lemon.
Address: 5 / 1 Soi 24 Sukhumvit Road Bangkok. Telephone: +66 2 25 88 637

Located on the 63rd floor of the State Tower, the Sirocco restaurant offers breathtaking views of Bangkok’s skyline.
Savouring the Mediterranean inspired cuisine while watching Bangkok by night is a pleasure waiting to be explored !!! 
Address: 1055 Silom Road, 63rd Floor State Tower Bangkok 10500. Telephone: + 66 2 62 49 555

Trendy bars for going out

If you like electro music, Q Bar is the place not to be missed. You can drink delicious cocktails from a staggering range of choices (there are over 70 varieties of cocktails just for vodka alone!) while enjoying the music of renowned international DJs.
Address: Sukhumvit Soi 34, Bangkok, BTS Nana. Telephone: 02 252 3274

On the 32nd floor of the Millennium Hilton Hotel, lies the Three Sixty Lounge, a bar with a unique personality.
Besides the wonderful view overlooking the megalopolis of Bangkok, you will enjoy the cosy atmosphere of Three Sixty.
Talented jazz singers perform every night before a young and trendy audience. This is one of the favourite places of Bangkok’s jet setters.
Address: 32 F Millennium Hilton Hotel, 123 Charoennakorn Road, Bangkok, BTS Saphan Taksin. Telephone: 02 442 2000

Trendy Fashion & Deco Boutiques

If you dream of stylish and original furniture to decorate your home, go to the Panta boutique. Almost all the furniture at Panta's is made from natural materials directly from the forests, rivers and jungle of Thailand, which ensures their authenticity.
Address: 4F Siam Discovery, Siam Paragon 4F. Telephone: 02 658 0415 / 02 129 4430

Senada Theory is a design boutique for trendy and chic Thai women.
It is located in the Gaysorn mall. Senada Theory clothes are made from fine materials such as Chinese cotton, Thai silk, European satin, Indian jacquard, or even Japanese linings.
Address: Mall Gaysorn, 999 Ploenchit Road Bangkok 10330, Thailand. Telephone: +66 2 6561149

If you’re looking for a silk Bangkok hand bag, a shirt or a T-shirt, go to one of the Jim Thompson outlets. Named after its founder, Jim Thompson, the company was founded under the name of Thai Silk Company in 1951. The brand Jim Thompson Thai is the equivalent of Longchamp.
Address: 9 Surawong Road, GPO Box 906, Bangkok 10500, Thailand. Telephone: (662) 632-8100

Lambert Industries is one of the most famous jewellers in Bangkok. Its wide variety of high quality gems and jewellery at remarkably low prices, may tempt you to go on a splurge.
Address: 807-809 Silom Shanghai Bldg 4F, Silom Road Soi 17. Telephone: 02 236 4343

The Shinawong boutique specializes in Thai silk. Here, you will find, amongst other things, hand bags, scarves, cushions, and ornaments. 
Address: No. C500, C 50, Ayudthaya Soi Suan Lum 8, No. 27, 6F MBK Centre. Telephone: 06-7782327

 

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