ICONSIAM Shopping Mall in Bangkok
Are you looking for somewhere different to partake in a spot of shopping in Bangkok today? Everyone goes to malls like Central World and Siam Paragon, but would you like to try somewhere different?
ICONSIAM is often labeled as the “Mother of All Malls,” and when you take a deeper look, you can see why. The mall is situated near the Saphan Taksin BTS Station on the other side of the Chao Phraya River on the Thon Buri side. The mall is home to 500+ shops and a massive 200+ restaurants serving all manner of cuisine styles from across the globe. The people behind the building of ICONSIAM are the same people who developed Siam Paragon and EmQuartier.
Let us take you on a jaw-dropping tour of the ICONSIAM shopping mall in Thailand.
Trivia!
ICONSIAM has 10 floors and half a million sq meters of floor space.
ICONSIAM Features and Amenities
Although ICONSIAM is home to the world’s best and most loved fashion brands and food franchises, it also has some incredibly unique features such as an indoor floating market, exhibition spaces, and even art galleries. The location next to the Chao Phraya River also makes it a special place to visit. The mall is set over six floors and is home to almost anything you can imagine. You can find high-end fashion brands on the first three floors such as Dior, Louis Vuitton, and Hermes.
If you are a fan of Japanese shopping, you can visit the Takashimaya department store. There is also a US Apple store and other unique shops you won’t find anywhere else in Bangkok. There are many other stalls and sections dedicated to kid’s toys, electronics, banking, sportswear, and even homeware. As we mentioned above, there is also a floating market that has many handicraft stores, and cultural dance shows and performances, alongside lots of traditional massage options.
Fun Fact!
ICONSIAM is an all-in-one kind of a place and visitors can shop around in the mall and enjoy the floating market inside. visitors can have a taste of cuisine from all around the world.
ICONSIAM Food and Drink Options
It doesn’t matter if you are looking to have a quick snack or a top-notch dining experience, at ICONSIAM you have all options for food and drink. If you like Thai food, you can check out some Thai food outlets such as Taling Pling Seafood, or get some noodles at Nuer Koo, alongside lots of other options.
Check out the 6th-floor HOBs Beer Garden which is an open-air bar/restaurant with stunning river views. Another alternative is the Tasana Nakorn Terrace bar next door that serves quality food and drinks. When it comes to finding somewhere to eat or to have a drink, ICONSIAM is also a great place for a night out with friends.
How to Visit ICONSIAM Shopping Mall?
To get to the mall, you can head to the Saphan Taksin BTS Station and then catch a free river shuttle that will take you directly to ICONSIAM. However, another option is to get to Krung Thon Buri station and get the free shuttle bus to the mall from there.
As you can see, when it comes to merging high-end boutique shopping with top-notch food and drink options, the ICONSIAM shopping mall is an amazing option. Just make sure you bring enough cash along to have a great time.
Did You Know?
ICONSIAM is called the “Mother of All Malls” because it is one of the biggest of its kind in Asia. The project costs about 1.5 billion USD. It has 500+ shops, restaurants, hotels, a floating market, and much more to offer.
More Information
ICONSIAM (ไอคอนสยาม) is called the “Mother of Malls” as it has 500+ shops, 100+ restaurants, a floating market, 244+ room hotel, and much more. The mall is situated near the Saphan Taksin BTS Station on the other side of the Chao Phraya River on the Thon Buri side.
Originally published at https://thebear.travel.
