Yaowarat is a world gold trade hub. Thai bullion is soft and yellow from its 97.5 per cent purity. It's sold not in ounces, but in baht (not the currency;...
345 Wanit Soi 1
A veritable world of Tiger wannabes with over 30 golf shops, some at discounts, many catering to Japanese.
52 Thanon Thaniya
From many firms adapting Thai herbalism, Harnn & Thann has spun a global chain of high performance, eco-friendly body products. Think rice bran scrubs,...
Gaysorn, 3rd floorThis chain of chic micro-spas reflect the body-product brand styles of Thann (contemporary Asian) and Harnn (herbal apothecary). As well as facials and body...
Siam Discovery, 5th floor
Alex Garland's 1997 novel The Beach opens in a Khao San flopthouse, immortalising the world's most infamous haunt for budget travellers. Now Khao San...
Award-winning designer Taned Boonprasarn combines hardy fabrics with lace and chiffon. His glamorous gowns and mix-and-matches with accompanying frilly...
Siam Center, 3rd floorA more neighbourly and less exhaustive plant market than Pak Khlong Talad or Chatuchak Weekend Market, Thewet makes a pleasant stroll. Liveliest by day and...
Thanon Krung Kasem
Reproduction mural paintings on tapestries and planks (plus frames and Siamese knick-knacks). All are reasonably priced, considering they're as meticulously...
Siam Paragon, 4th floor
Chinatown's narrowest, most diverse thoroughfare begins at Pei-Ing School on Thanon Songwat with toy and game shops. Beyond Sampeng Lane, dried fish...
Soi Itsaranupharp
Employing both leather and lighter materials, this Italian-influenced Thai company's bags, footwear and wallets remain up-to-the-minute stylish.
2nd floor, Silom ComplexOnce dubbed 'Thieves Market', though it's no longer fencing stolen goods, this charming, hectic area hosts all things audio, as well as culinary...
Thanon Chakrawat