- CentralWorld
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Review Summary:
Located in the heart of Bangkok, Central World is the biggest shopping mall in Thailand and the sixth largest shopping mall in the world.
Not only can you shop for clothing, jewelry, watches, beauty, cosmetics. There are many full sized (50 + seats) international restaurants that range from Japanese to western dishes.
On the top floor, there is a super-market called Paragon Supermarket selling all kinds of western or Thai products as well as fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as a movie theater.
Lastly, a five-star hotel, office space, big conference hall, and ice skating rink are also available in this gigantic shopper center.
Hour of operation: Every-day 10am – 10pm
Address: 999/9 Rama I Rd, 10330
Pros
- It is a huge upscale shopping center, beautiful, modern looking, very clean, everything you need and wants is there. Even brands like Lamborghini and Rolls Royce are all there.
- Lots of small, medium to large restaurants, coffee shops, and dessert cafes are there. It looks like every franchise food is in this mall.
- A good place to hang out, walking, window shopping, eat, and drink, or to cool down from the Bangkok heat.
- Very accessible to the BTS
- During the evening, alcoholic brands stage concerts with live bands outside.
- It always has some kind of event and exhibition.
- Spacious and not too crowded.
- Close proximity to other large malls in Bangkok. Such as Siam Paragon, MBK, The Platinum Fashion Mall, Siam Center, Gaysorn Shopping Centre, and Amarin Plaza, just to name a few. Can be a good starting point if you are planning a day shopping in this area.
Cons
- Not a place to buy a souvenir. Most shops are upscale with designer brands and boutiques - with lots of pricey items.
- High-end, upscale brands that can be found in your own city or on Amazon with a similar price or less. Why travel to another country to buy the same thing for a similar price?
- Not for budget travelers.
There is a grocery store at the upper level offering Western and Thai products.
