Asiatique

Asiatique, often referred to as Asiatique the Riverfront, is a popular open-air shopping and entertainment district located along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Thailand. It combines shopping, dining, and entertainment in a vibrant atmosphere.

Although Asiatique is open from 11am it is best to visit after sunset. It’s primarily open air and it is by the Chao Phraya River on the Charoen Krung Road which is the oldest road in Bangkok built with modern construction methods.

Here are some key features of Asiatique:

Shopping: It has over lots of boutiques and shops offering a variety of goods, including clothing, accessories, handicrafts, and souvenirs.
Dining: Asiatique boasts a diverse range of restaurants and food stalls, serving both local and international cuisines.
Entertainment: The area features live shows, performances, and attractions, including a giant Ferris wheel providing good views of the river.
Theme and Atmosphere: Asiatique is designed with a blend of modern and traditional Thai architecture, creating a unique ambiance for visitors..

Overall, Asiatique is a favored destination for visitors looking to experience shopping and entertainment in a scenic riverside location. It’s a great destination in the evening.

How to get to Asiatique

BTS: The nearest BTS is Saphan Taksin and then take a taxi or use the shuttle boat from the pier.
MRT: Asiatique isn’t near a MRT Station
TAXI: เอเชียทีค (or just ask for “Asiatique”)

Other Useful Information

Markets

Bangkok is renowned for its vibrant markets, each offering unique experiences that cater to a variety of interests. There are floating markets, night markets a flower anf fish markets and many more.

Chao Phraya River

What to do on or around the famous Chao Phraya River in Bangkok

Hidden Gems

There is still a lot to do in Bangkok when the weather isn’t as good as you’d like it to be.

Sunsets in Bangkok

There is still a lot to do in Bangkok when the weather isn’t as good as you’d like it to be.

Evening Activities

There is still a lot to do in Bangkok when the weather isn’t as good as you’d like it to be.

Come out of the Condo and head towards the security box, turn left towards Chareon Nakhon Road. (There is a small shop on the left here that sells most things) When you reach the road turn left and walk to the police box near the junction. Senafest will be opposite you. If you continue along the road on the same side you’ll find a 7-11 and just beforehand a nice place to eat and drink called “Box of Fit”

If you cross the road to Senafest http://www.senafest.com/en/ you will find a Villamarket (ex-pat supermarket) where you can get food from home albeit at imported prices but also fresh fruit and veg. It’s not the cheapest but it is very handy.

There are also some nice restaraunts chains upstairs and a dentist and about 12-20 small shops including a pharmacy downstairs. There is also a Pizza Hut there.

ICONSiam

Just up the road is ICONSiam which is a massive shopping complex with major high-end retailers and some nice deli type food establishments including a bakery on the ground floor. They have multiplex cinemas on the top floor.

ICONSiam can be reached by foot in 15 mins as it’s only 800m away.

Across the River

Near the Saphan Taksin BTS (head towards Chareon Krun road) and turn left is Robinsons which has a TOPS supermarket downstairs (Thai style) and a PowerBuy (electrical goods) upstairs as well as a comprensive range of food places and a McDonalds at the front.

Chatuchak Market (JJ Market)

Home

There are 15,000 stalls at JJ Market and it’s mainly open at weekend. You can buy anything there ! Get on the BTS and get off at Mo Chit (which used to be the terminal station). From there it’s a 2 mins walk.