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Shopping Areas
Markets
HandiCrafts
Jewerly
Silk
Tailors
Massage & Spas
Thai Restuarants
Other Restuarants
Bars & Nightlife
Tours & Travel Agent
Airlines
Religious Services

SHOPPING AREAS

Central World Plaza
Corner of Rama I and Rajadamri Rds., BTS: Chitlom. This mall, currently open while undergoing renovations, will soon hold the title of Bangkok’s largest mall with over 500 shops. Formerly known as the World Trade Center.

Emporium
Sukhumvit Rd., on the corner of Soi 24, next to Queen Sirikit Park, BTS: Phrom Phong
Luxury mall with small designer outlets and “Emporium” department store.

Gaysorn Plaza
Corner of Ploenchit and Rajadamri Rds., opposite Central World Plaza, BTS: Chitlom
Upmarket mall with designer stores. The top floor features upscale handicraft and home décor products.

Mah Boon Krung Center (MBK)
Corner of Phayathai and Rama I Rds., BTS: Siam or National Stadium
A maze of shops and stalls offering clothing and accessories, electronics, CDs/DVDs, and handicrafts. Popular with teenagers.

O.P. Place
30/1 Charoen Krung (New) Rd., Soi 38, BTS: Saphan
Taksin High-end art and antiques.

River City
Yotha Rd., off Charoen Krung (New) Rd., next to Royal Orchid Sheraton. Five-minute ride on the Shangri-La
ferry, www.rivercity.co.th, BTS: Saphan Taksin Large complex with art, antiques, tailors.

Siam Paragon
Rama I Rd., near Central World Plaza, BTS: Siam
Bangkok’s newest high-end mall. A gigantic complex, complete with a gourmet food hall and Siam Ocean World aquarium. Siam Centre/Siam Discovery Centre Mall complexes are next door.

MARKETS

Chatuchak Weekend Market
Near the Mo Chit BTS Sky Train stop, BTS: Mo Chit Asia’s largest open-air market featuring Thai crafts, housewares, clothes, pets, plants and lots more.

Chinatown
Off Charoen Krung and Yaowarat Rds., including Sampeng Lane

Patpong Night Market
Soi Patpong 1, off Silom Rd., BTS: Sala Daeng
Handicrafts, clothes, watches, CDs/DVDs at good prices. Be sure to bargain.

Suan Lum Night Bazaar
Corner of Rama IV and Witthayu (Wireless) Rds., 02- 241-4115 www.thainightbazaar.com, BTS: Sala Daeng
Restaurants, beer garden and the Joe Louis Puppet Theatre all centered around stalls and shops selling a variety of goods. The best time to shop is 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

HANDICRAFTS

Narai Phand
Opposite Central World Plaza, 02-252-4670, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, BTS: Chitlom
This government-run complex offers a huge selection of Thai products and a smaller bazaar in the basement. Very convenient for one-stop souvenir shopping if you have little time.

Rasi Sayam
82 Sukhumvit Soi 33, 02-262-0729, BTS: Phrom Phong
An excellent selection of fine Thai decorative arts and handicrafts, including ceramics, baskets, woodcarvings, textiles and metalware in traditional and modern styles.

Siam Bronze Factory
1250 Charoen Krung (New) Rd., 02-234-9536, 9 a.m.to 5:30 p.m. Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m Sat, BTS:
Saphan Taksin Export-quality bronze products sold at very good fixed prices.

Silom Village
286 Silom Rd., 02-234-4448, 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.daily, BTS: Sala Daeng
A one-stop shopping complex located off Silom Road. Air-conditioned shops (with mid-range prices)
on all sides surround an open-air (but covered) restaurant with traditional Thai food.


JEWERLY

Shop carefully for gems and jewelry, as scams are common.

Johny’s Gems
199 Foeng Nakhon Rd., off Charoen Krung (New) Rd., west of Chinatown, 02-222-1756 Very reliable. Will provide tranport to and from the shop.

Lin Jewelry
9 Oriental Lane (Soi Burapha, near Oriental Hotel), 02-234-2819, BTS: Saphan Taksin
Wide selection of silver jewelry, ornaments and tableware.

Lotus Arts de Vivre
48 Soi 40 Charoen Krung (New) Rd., in the Oriental Hotel, 02-236-0400
www.lotusartsdevivre.com, BTS: Saphan Taksin Fine jewelry and accessories.

Uthai’s Gems
28/7 Soi Ruam Rudi, Ploenchit Rd., 02-253-8582,
BTS: Ploenchit
Contact: Mr. Uthai. Good selection and good quality gemware at fixed prices.

Venus Jewelery
167/1-2 Witthayu (Wireless) Rd., Lumpini, 02-654- 2096, www.venus-thailand.com, BTS: Ploenchit
Well-established jeweler with regular clientele. Provides transportation to shop.

SILK

20/3 Soi Prasarnmitr Sukhumvit Soi 23, 02-204-1413,
www.almeta.com, BTS: Asoke
Impressive range of handwoven Thai silk and accessories
for interior design.

Anita Thai Silk
294/4-5 Silom Rd., 02-234-2481, BTS: Surasak or Sala Daeng Bedspreads, upholstery fabrics and cushion covers.

Jim Thompson
At Surawongse and Rama IV Rds., 02-234-4900, www.jimthompson.com, BTS: Sala Daeng
Silk, ready-made clothing, and gift items. A bit more expensive, but reliable.

Jim Thompson Factory Outlet
153 Sukhumvit Soi 92, Bangchak, Pra Khanong, 02-332-6530, BTS: Om Nut (then take taxi) High-quality fabrics with significantly reduced prices. Or try the Jim Thompson Mini Outlet at Surawong Rd., opposite Tawana Ramada Hotel, 02-235-8931, BTS: Sala Daeng or Chong Nonsi

Shinawatra
94 Sukhumvit Soi 23, 02-258-0295, BTS: Asoke Well-known cotton and silk weaving company with an extensive range of choices.

TAILORS

Boss Collections
11-11/1 Wat Suan Plu, 42/1 Charoen Krung (New) Rd., near Shangri-La Hotel, 02-235-7906, BTS: Saphan Taksin

C&P
176 Sukhumvit Rd., between Sois 8 and 10, 02-251- 0265, BTS: Nana Primarily women’s wear.

Cotton House
Oriental Place Shopping Arcade, 02-266-0186, BTS: Saphan Taksin Tailoring for men and women.

Jimmy’s Fashion
New Trocadero Hotel Arcade (close to the Oriental Hotel), 343 Surawong Rd., 02-235-8786, BTS: Saphan Taksin

Rajawongse Clothier
130 Sukhumvit Rd. (near Soi 4), BTS: Nana Reasonably priced, quality men’s and ladies’ suits and shirts. Next to Landmark Hotel.

MASSAGE & SPAS

CHI Spa
Upscale spa in the Shangri-La Hotel.

COMO Shambahala
27 S. Sathorn Rd., in the Metropolitan Hotel, 02-625- 3333, BTS: Sala Daeng Upscale spa offering foot reflexology and massage treatments.

Lyn-La Spa
55/8-14 Charoen Krung (New) Rd., 42/1, next to the Bossotel (near the Shangri-La) Traditional Thai massage and foot massage.

Maiden Massage
10th Floor, Krueng-Thep Wing of the Shangri-La Hotel (Chao Phraya Tower), 02-236-9922 Traditional Thai massage, including foot massage.

Praksarak Thai Spa
55 Charoen Krung (New) Rd., 42/1, next to Shangri-La Hotel, 02-630-7744
Traditional Thai massage, foot massage, aromatherapy treatments and facials.

Ruen Nuad
42 Convent Rd., Silom, 02-632-2662, BTS: Sala Daeng
Good-value, no-frills spa offering Thai massage, foot massage and aromatherapy.

THAI RESTUARANTS

Baan Chiang
14 Soi Sriwiang, Surasak Rd.; 02-236-7045, BTS:

Surasak
Beautiful old Thai house and garden.

Blue Elephant
233 Sathorn Tai Rd., 02-673-9353, BTS: Surasak Set in beautiful restored old building, also offers cooking classes.

Baan Khanitha & Gallery
69 S. Sathorn, 02-675-4200, BTS: Chong Nonsi or Sala Daeng New location.

Busaracum
Sethiwan Building, 139 Pan Rd., Silom; 02-266-6312, BTS: Surasak
Royal Thai cuisine in elegant relaxed location.

Cabbages and Condoms
Sukhumvit Soi 12, 02-251-5552, BTS: Asoke Profits go to family planning for hilltribes. Nice handicraft shop here, too.

Harmonique
22 Soi 34, Charoen Krung (New) Rd., 02-237-8175, BTS: Saphan Taksin
After dinner browse among the antiques in this onehundred-year-old shop house.

Naj
42 Convent Rd., 02-632-2811, BTS: Sala Daeng Traditional Thai cuisine in a beautifully restored Thai
house.

Supatra River House
266 Soi Wat Rakhang Arun, Amarin Rd., 02-411-0305 Take the ferry to this beautiful restaurant on the Chao Phraya River. Set menus, great views. Also features dance performances and live music.

Thanying
10 Pramuan Rd., 02-236-4361, BTS: Surasak
Stately old house with lots of character.


OTHER RESTUARANTS

American
Great American Rib
32 Sukhumvit Soi 36, 02-258-5942, BTS: Thong Lo Casual, relaxed dining with ribs, burgers, chicken and chilli con carne.

Brazilian
Fogo Vivo, President Tower Arcade, in the Intercontinental Hotel, 973 Ploenchit Rd., 02-656-0382,
BTS: Chitlom
Authentic churrascaria restaurant serving meats and fish cooked over flames.

Chinese
Mayflower, 946 Rama IV Rd., in Dusit Thani Hotel, 02-236-0450, BTS: Sala Daeng
One of the first elegant Chinese restaurants in Bangkok; known for excellent food.

French
Indigo, 6 Soi Convent, 02-235-3268, BTS: Sala Daeng

Indian
Himali Cha Cha Corner of Charoen Krung Road and Surawong Rds.,, 02-235-1569, BTS: Saphan Taksin

India Hut
311/2-5 Surawong Rd., 02-237-8812, BTS: Saphan Taksin
Look for the “Pizza Hut” logo.

International
Crepes & Co., 18 Sukhumvit Soi 12, 02-653-3990, BTS: Asoke
Sweet and savory crepes, also good selection of Mediterranean dishes. Good for brunch.

Eat Me Art Restaurant, Soi Phipat 2, Silom (off Convent Rd.), 02-238-0931, BTS: Sala Daeng
Restaurant and art gallery with relaxed atmosphere.

Kuppa, 39 Sukhumvit Soi 16, 02-663-0495, BTS: Asoke
Popular coffee house/bistro with Thai and western menu.

BARS & NIGHTLIFE

Ad Makers
51/1 Soi Lang Suan, 02-652-0168, BTS: Chitlom
Live bands in the evenings. Serves good, cheap Thai food.

Bamboo Bar
48 Oriental Avenue, in the Oriental Hotel, 02-659-9000, BTS: Saphan Taksin
Features live jazz. Take the complimentary hotel boat from the Saphan Taksin BTS stop.

Brown Sugar
231/20 Soi Sarasin, 02-250-0103, BTS: Ratchadamri Popular, cozy jazz bar.

Q Bar
34 Sukhumvit Soi 11, 02-252-3274, BTS: Nana Trendy club with regular guest DJs.

The Irish X-Change
1/5-6 Soi Convent, Silom; 02-266-7160, BTS: Sala Daeng
Friendly atmosphere with live music and good pub food.

The Londoner
Sukhumvit Soi 33, in the basement of the UBC II Building, 02-261-0238, BTS: Phrom Phong
British and Thai food. Beer brewed on premises. Live music and large screen TV with sports.

TOURS & TRAVEL AGENTS

Diethelm Travel
www.diethelmtravel.com, sales@diethelmtravel.com

02-255-9150, 02-255-9160
Offers a large variety of tours in Thailand and throughout Asia.

Phuphiang Tours
www.phuphiang.com, info@phuphiang.com
02-676-0636, ext. 105, 01-808-7666
A unique tour service offering craft and cultural tours in Bangkok and within Thailand. Features small group tours to destinations that are off the beaten track. Promotes fair trade practices through its sister organization, Thai Craft Organization.

SEA Tours
Travel agency located in the Shangri-La Hotel, 02- 236-7777
Offers half-day and full-day trips to major tourist sites in Bangkok and surrounding areas.

AIRLINES

Air Asia
www.airasia.com, 02-515-9999
Flies to Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phuket, Krabi and other locations.

Bangkok Airways
www.bangkokair.com, 02-265-5555, reservation@bangkokair.com
Domestic flights to Chiang Mai, Koh Samui, Phuket, Sukhothai, Trat. International flights to Luang Prabang, Laos and Siam Riep (Ankor Wat), Cambodia.

Nok Air
www.nokair.com, 02-900-9955
Flies to Chiang Mai, Mae Hong Son and Phuket.

Thai Airways
www.thaiair.com, 02-232-8000
Domestic flights to Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phuket and Krabi.

RELIGIOUS SERVICES

Assumption Cathedral
23 Soi Burapha (Oriental Lane), Charoen Krung (New) Rd., near the Oriental Hotel,
02-234-8556, BTS: Saphan Taksin Sunday service in English at 10 a.m.

Christ Church Bangkok (Anglican)
11 Convent Rd., corner of Convent and Sathorn Nua
Rds., 02-234-3634, BTS: Sala Daeng Sunday services in English at 7:30 a.m., 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Even Chen Synagogue
Chao Phya Office Tower, 4th floor, Soi Charoen Krung 42/1, Charoen Krung (New) Rd., BTS: Saphan Taksin