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 notable monuments and temples 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.
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 notable monuments 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.
Things to do
From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Temples Guided Tour with Lunch
Pattaya Beach & Coral Island (Koh Larn) from Bangkok
Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak Market and Maeklong Railway Market
Boxing Show at Rajadamnern Muay Thai Stadium
BANGKOK-Ayutthaya: JoinTour Ancient Capital Of Thailand (by Road)
Bangkok Canal Tour: 2-Hour Longtail Boat Ride
Top hotels in Makkasan
The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam
Hotel is aging and major revamp is needed. Location wise, good and bad. It’s walking distance to Central World, Big C and Fashion Mall but far from MRT & BTS. The breakfast buffet is a standout of our stay. Fantastic mix of local and international dishes. Quite enjoyable
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Asia Hotel Bangkok
Air con was too strong. But shower & hot water was excellent. Body wash & shampoo would be better on a dispenser.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Grande Centre Point Hotel Terminal 21
Loved staying here rooms were very clean with a great view .
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Grande Centre Point Sukhumvit 55
Great and cheap place. Recommend.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Eleven Hotel Bangkok
Eleven Hotel Bangkok was a real find. The location is excellent, making it easy to get around the city, and the staff were genuinely lovely, helpful, welcoming and professional throughout the stay. The rooms were very comfortable, with enormous beds that made it easy to properly relax after a busy ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
SKYVIEW Hotel Bangkok
Everything was excellent
Reviewed on 7 May 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.
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.
