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Central World Shopping Mall in Bangkok

Central World Shopping Mall in Bangkok

Central World is now the third-largest mall in Bangkok after Siam Paragon and the new Icon Siam. It is truly a shopper’s and dining paradise with a strategic location, probably with a broader price range than the two other shopping malls in Bangkok. Central World aims at the mid and upper range of local and international clientele. With an immense esplanade in front of the mall and a strategic location in Siam, the heart of Bangkok, CentralWold is often the stage for special events, concerts, and seasonal night markets. The vast space in front of the mall is one of the right places to wait for the New Year’s fireworks if you don’t mind the crowd. On the downside, CentralWorld has no direct Skytrain access and, unless you drive your car, a bit of a walk from Chidlom or Siam BTS station is necessary.

CentralWorld Shopping Mall Bangkok

Central World has a long history. It was initially built in 1990 and was first called the World Trade Centre and was the place everyone would go to for fun and shopping, even on a short trip to Bangkok. It was a rather dark maze of shops, and in a way, it was fun. You could never find your way around! in 2003, they renovated and renamed the mall to CentralWorld. The success was instant, mostly because Bangkokians love shopping malls on the weekend, and novelty is a real magnet!

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Shopping at Central World

groove at centralworld bangkok

The amount of shops available at CentralWorld is staggering. We list a few to give you an idea, but with 550,000 m2 (5,900,000 sq ft) of surface, the list is endless. All the mainstream brands you can expect to find in a mall are here and easy to find, which wasn’t the case in the past. The first floor is, as usual, dedicated to luxury brands, while the highest floor displays an impressive collection of restaurants and a vast cinema.

Apple Store Central World

Apple Store Central World

Apple Store Central World is the latest addition to the mall. This immense fancy circular shop is built on two floors and resembles a massive wooden umbrella with floor-to-ceiling glass walls. As this is an apple store, you already know what you can expect to find inside as products and services.

Address: 4, 4/1-4/2 4/4 Ratchadamri Rd, Bangkok 10330
Open: 10 am – 9 pm
Phone: 02 035 9800


pomelo at centralworld bangkok

Shops Shops Shops
Bebe
Cath Kidston
Calvin Klein
Ck Jeans
Coach
Coccinelle
Cole Haan
Fred Perry
Furla
Giorgio Armani
Guess
H&M
Kate Spade
Kurt Geiger
Marc Jacobs
Marimekko
Massimo Dutti
Michael Kors
Pomelo
Superdry

Food and Restaurants

Online shopping has affected the balance between shopping and dining in most malls in Bangkok. In the past, people came to shop and then wrap the day with dinner, but now the trend is inverted. People come to eat and eventually will buy something after their meal.

kalpapruek restaurant centralworld

More and more shops disappeared to be replaced by all kinds of dining venues. All the usual international franchises are here, obviously, always popular with teenagers and tourists who don’t feel like taking a chance with Thai food. What is interesting is that there are a lot of branches of local restaurants as well. Local franchises are a welcome addition to otherwise blend Mc Donalds or Sizzlers.

Groove

grrove at centralworld

Groove is a relatively recent addition to the mall entirely dedicated to dining and drinking, usually with more local names than in the main galley. Groove is where young Bangkokians go for dinner and a bit of a casual party with friends. The place is compact with a surprising collection of restaurants on multiple floors, plus live music in the central area. It’s a great place to end the day after shopping as you can walk around and see which cuisine talks to your appetite: Thai, Italian, Japanese, steakhouse etc. Groove is open from 10 am to midnight every day.

groove

List of restaurants at Groove:

  • 1881 by Water Library (gastro bar)
  • Air Space (Thai and Western cuisine)
  • Apinara (Thai cuisine)
  • Greyhound Cafe (modern casual cuisine)
  • Hiyaku (Japanese)
  • Hobs (house of beers and modern cuisine)
  • Hyde and Seek (modern western cuisine)
  • House of Eden (fusion food, cakes and cocktails)
  • iO Italian Osteria (Italian)
  • Kenshin Izakaya (Japanese)
  • Kin Hey (Thai)
  • Paul (western casual)
  • The Ranch (steakhouse)
  • Wine Connection (steakhouse, grill and western food)
  • Wine I Love You (western food)

Red Sky Rooftop Bar and Restaurant

Red Sky Rooftop Restaurant and Bar in Bangkok

Red Sky Rooftop on the 55th floor of the Centara Grand in Bangkok is an excellent place to end the day after your shopping spree. The restaurant is on the expensive side, but you are welcome to go up there just for a drink while admiring the ever-changing Bangkok cityscape. If you are lucky, you might even get a sunset to illuminate!

Open: 5 pm – 1 am
Tel: 02 100 1234
Floor: 55th floor
Price: High

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Cru Champagne Bar

CRU Rooftop Bar Bangkok

CRU Champagne Bar is one of the most exclusive rooftop bars in Bangkok right now (pronounce it ‘cru’, not C.R.U), meaning a vineyard of recognised quality in France. The location is well-known since it is just three floors above Red Sky Bar on the 55th Floor of Centralworld shopping mall. CRU Rooftop wants to be the place for the Hi-So and Bangkok Elite people, serving mostly Champagne and selected grand crus. The 360˙ view from up there is simply superb.

Open: 5 pm – 1 am
Tel
: 02 100 1234
Floor: 58th floor
Price: very high

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Uno Mas

uno mas restaurant bangkok

Uno Mas restaurant serves excellent Spanish cuisine with an impressive view of Bangkok as a backdrop. The food is good but quite expensive, so keep this for a special occasion. The best way to make your evening special is to first have a sunset drink at the Red Sky rooftop above it, then walk down to the restaurant for dinner. Just make sure you booked in advance as Uno Mas is quite popular.

Open: 4 pm – 1 am
Phone: 02 100 6255
Floor: 54th
Price: High
Reservations: recommended

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Entertainment and What to Do

There are a few places to entertain yourself once you are done with your shopping. The most popular is the rooftop bars and restaurants, but you can also enjoy several high-quality cinema rooms as well as a large ice rink.

SF World Cinemas

The cinemas are located on the 7th floor and include a 3D theatre and VIP rooms.

centralworld cinemas bangkok


The Rink Ice Arena

centralworld ice rink

The Rink is a mid-size ice rink on the second floor of the mall, perfect for cooling down on a hot day and playing with the kids.

Location: 2nd floor
Open:
10.30 am – 9.30 pm
Phone: 081 875 1212

Playmondo

Playmondo is an immense children’s playground on the second floor, divided into four themed zones: desert, ocean, volcano and forest. It also includes a laser tag game.

playmondo centralworld bangkok

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Central World Info

Location: Siam
Address
: 999/9 Rama I Rd, Pathum Wan, Pathum Wan District, Bangkok 10330
Open: 10 am – 10 pm
Phone: 02 640 7000
Opening date: 1990
Size: 830,000 m2


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