Siam Square – From Vintage Maze to Trendy Fashion Hub
Siam Square has changed a lot over the years. What used to be a maze of narrow lanes, low-rise buildings, budget shops, dark restaurants, and old cinemas has become one of Bangkok’s most vibrant shopping and lifestyle areas. Today, it’s a wide, open pedestrian zone lined with LED screens, pop-up stalls, and fashion boutiques. At night, the bright lights and giant digital displays feel more like Tokyo or Seoul than the Bangkok of the past.
Bangkok’s Youth Fashion Scene
Located right across the street from the luxury Siam Paragon mall, Siam Square attracts a younger, more fashion-conscious crowd. While the big malls nearby focus on global brands, Siam Square is all about local creativity and small businesses. It’s a great place to browse for affordable clothes, accessories, and streetwear from Thai designers you won’t find elsewhere.
There’s a good mix of new concept stores and tiny independent shops. Some are tucked away in small alleys or upstairs levels, which adds to the fun of exploring. Visitors often spend hours walking around, stopping to take photos, or checking out seasonal pop-ups and student events. Thai teens and university students come here not just to shop, but to hang out, take selfies, and show off their latest looks.
Dining at Siam Square
There are plenty of places to eat around Siam Square, from air-conditioned cafés to casual restaurants. It’s easy to grab a quick snack between shops—roti, milk tea, fried chicken, or takoyaki are popular. For something more filling, try long-standing favourites like Inter Restaurant, Som Tam Nua (for spicy papaya salad and fried chicken), or Hong Kong Noodle for a cheap, fast meal. Thai sukiyaki places like MK are also common here.
You’ll also find trendy dessert shops, bubble tea chains, and small bakeries serving everything from Japanese cheesecakes to Korean-style toast. Most are packed with young people, especially in the late afternoon and early evening.
SkyScape at Siam Square
Located on the 12th floor of the SIAMSCAPE building, SkyScape Rooftop offers a modern, open-air setting with partial views of Bangkok’s skyline. It’s easy to overlook since the SIAMSCAPE building is at the edge of Siam Square, just across from MBK Mall, but the unique, huge orange brick building is hard to miss. The terrace is a vast open space with a sitting area lined with trees on one side, creating a sleek and chic atmosphere. It quickly became a playground for selfie lovers. The rooftop is especially captivating at sunset when the city lights begin to sparkle.
Getting There
Siam Square is easy to reach by BTS Skytrain. Just get off at Siam Station, which connects both the Silom and Sukhumvit lines. The square itself is directly connected to the BTS walkways and sits right across from Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery. MBK is just a few minutes’ walk away.
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