Ploenchit Travel Guide
Bangkok
Popular places to visit
Erawan Shrine
A statue of a Hindu deity sits in the busiest part of the modern city, and receives offerings from millions of people each year.
Central Embassy
During your trip to Bangkok, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Central Embassy. Visit the notable monuments and temples in this family-friendly area.
Central Chidlom Department Store
During your trip to Bangkok, you can enjoy retail therapy at Central Chidlom Department Store. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Gaysorn Plaza
During your trip to Bangkok, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Gaysorn Plaza. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this culturally rich area.
Police General Hospital
If Police General Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Bangkok.
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.
Things to do
Bangkok Canal Tour: 2-Hour Longtail Boat Ride
Private Bangkok Night Tour: Markets, Temples & Riverside
Bangkok: Maeklong Railway Market & Floating Market Tour
Top hotels in Ploenchit
Conrad Bangkok
Love staying at this property. Staff are always extremely friendly and the rooms are very well maintained. Looking forward to being back!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Maison Hotel Bangkok
Great staff and asthetically pleasing hotel. I noted an issue with the sink drain and the staff rectified it immediately. They have a great gym and a very quiet and peaceful pool. I highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Grande Centre Point Ploenchit
Great location, clean and very nice and friendly staffs
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hotel Icon Bangkok Sukhumvit 2
Clean and great views.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Asia Hotel Bangkok
Very nice facility, a few restaurants attached to it, transit access very easy, lots of shopping nearby.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Divalux Resort & Spa Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport
Clean room, very high quality hotel and staff helpful.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ploenchit
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.
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.
Siam
Enjoy the popular shops in Siam. MBK Center is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ratchadamri BTS Station or Siam BTS Station to see more of Bangkok.
Sala Daeng
Silom Complex Shopping Mall and Thaniya Plaza are a few top attractions in Sala Daeng. Hop around the city on the metro at Si Lom Station or Sala Daeng Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, popular shops and eye-catching views.
Sukhumvit
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sukhumvit. Check out top attractions like Terminal 21 Shopping Mall and EmSphere Shopping Center, and jump on the metro at Asok BTS Station or Sukhumvit Station to see more of the city.
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.
