Things to do around Siam

When you are travelling to Bangkok, you might be wondering where is the best place to stay? We suggest staying around the Siam area as it is so much to do. You could spend a whole week here and still not see all of it. The area is a shopping mecca, a paradise for food lovers and a great destination for families.

Shopping is one thing to do around Siam Square

Let’s first start with shopping. You can get everything from luxury brands, wholesale clothing and food and cosmetic souvenirs. The area is home to major malls like Siam Paragon, Siam Discovery and Siam Center. If you venture out a little further by foot, and we’re talking less than 10 minutes, you will reach MBK and Central World. Less than a 20 minute walk away is Central Chitlom, Big C Supercenter, The Market and Platinum Shopping Mall. Let’s not forget Siam Square, home to local fashion brands all the cool locals are wearing.

The best Family activities in Bangkok

Siam is a great place for families with kids. Right next to Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square is LINE Village, an Adventure Park based off of the popular instant messaging application. It’s a super cute world with VR rides and lots of picture-taking opportunities.

Located on the basement level of Siam Paragon is the largest aquarium in South East Asia – SEA LIFE Ocean World. Sharks, penguins and touch pools await your viewing and touching.

Also located in Siam Paragon on the 5^th floor is Kidzania. Kidzania is the ultimate learning and role-play experience for children. Kids aged 4-14 get to try out different jobs in this mini-city environment and they can earn compensation too for toys and games. It is a great educational and fun experience.

Another attraction to visit is Madame Tussauds, located on the 4^th floor in Siam Discovery. Take family pictures with your favorite celebrities at this famous wax museum.

For a more relaxing option that all ages can enjoy, go get a massage. Thailand is famous for cheap and amazingly relaxing massages. Siam Square is full of massage parlors. There’s Lek Massage, Chang Massage and Let’s Relax for foot massages and more. For a more spa-like environment, check out Tammachart Day Spa.

Local and International Eats

There is no shortage of good eats in located in Siam. Every 2 weeks, there is a pop-up market located next to Siam Square One which offers an assortment of local food such as grilled river prawns, meat skewers, Tom Yum noodles, durian, mango sticky rice, Pad Thai and so much more. For more local food, you can find it at food courts located in any major mall. The malls also house restaurants from around the world, from cheap eats to Michelin-starred meals. Inside Siam Square houses lots of restaurants and dessert stores. Try out the famous Honey Toast at After You or a refreshing Mango dessert at Mango Tango.

Where to stay?

Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square is the perfect place to stay for your vacation in Bangkok. The hotel is located right only a 2 minute walk to the BTS sky train. Being near the BTS Sky train is a must when staying in Bangkok. Traffic is infamous in Bangkok and there’s no better way to get around than the air-conditioned BTS. Soaring high above the cars, the BTS can take you virtually anywhere in the city. The BTS station is also connected to the skywalk, very convenient to walk on without worrying about the busy streets below.

Besides being in the perfect location, Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square has 425 comfortable rooms and suites with free Wi-Fi. The hotel also boasts 2 international restaurants (The Square and Gourmet Bar), a large outdoor pool, a fitness center and Tammachart Day spa.

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