Makkasan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Khaosan Road
The perfect street for travellers on a budget who want to buy cheap clothes, cheap souvenirs and then party into the early hours.
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 culturally rich 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 temples and notable monuments in this culturally rich 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 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 entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Baiyoke Sky Hotel Dining & Observation Deck – Bangkok’s Iconic Experience
Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak, Train Market & Mahanakhon Day Trip
Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak Market and Maeklong Railway Market
Elephant Bus Tours Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour 24 hours pass
The Best Bangkok Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Bangkok: Floating Market and Train Tour with Guide in Spanish and English
Our pick of the best Makkasan Hotel Deals
The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam
I had a wonderful stay at The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam! The room was clean and spacious, the staff were very friendly, and the location is perfect — right in the heart of everything. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Bangkok! Regards Sam
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Asia Hotel Bangkok
The localtion very convenient to and from airport and shopping centre with BTS in front of the hotels
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Valia Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit
yes
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Grande Centre Point Hotel Terminal 21
My wife and I really love this hotel. We had a fantastic suite for very little money compared to what we pay in other Lord cities. It had a very good location and everything about it was outstanding. If we ever go back to Bangkok, we will certainly stay here.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Divalux Resort & Spa Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport
The service was excellent! Short stay while travelling through Bangkok. Very close to the aiport. Comfortable and convenient!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Mandarin Hotel Managed by Centre Point
Breakfast is great
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
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.
Thanon Phaya Thai
If you're spending time in Thanon Phaya Thai, check out sights like Pratunam Market or Platinum Fashion Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Phaya Thai Station or Ratchaprarop 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.
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.
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.
