Central @centralwOrld
A vast mall that works best as the anchor of a full day's shopping, not a quick stop.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 10:00–22:00
Claim Your VAT Refund
Spend 2,000+ THB at a single store displaying 'VAT Refund for Tourists' signs, get a yellow form at the register, and claim 7% VAT back at the airport. It adds up fast on bigger purchases.
Details
- Address
- 4, 4/5 Thanon Ratchadamri, Khwaeng Pathum Wan, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand
- Phone
- 02 100 9999
- Website
- www.central.co.th
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Treat this as a base camp rather than a single destination. The complex sits on Thanon Ratchadamri in the middle of Bangkok's densest retail cluster, with Siam Paragon, Siam Square and Gaysorn all reachable on foot, and the R Walk skybridge linking them without a single road crossing. If you plan to shop seriously in this part of town, you'll probably pass through here more than once.
Inside, it's international fashion, electronics and homewares across multiple floors, but the more interesting stops are the smaller ones. The kids and novelty sections carry Jellycat, Monchichi, Miffy and Hot Wheels, and popular lines sell out between restocks. Jim Thompson is here too, for silk that feels like an actual souvenir rather than an airport purchase. Staff generally speak English and reviewers keep mentioning how helpful they are. Food runs from food courts to full sit-down restaurants, so budget isn't much of a barrier.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Central @centralwOrld, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
- 1 minCentralWorldMarkets & Shopping · 110 m · 4.5★
- 2 minfoodwOrldRestaurants & Food · 140 m · 4.1★
- 2 minLaem Charoen Seafood Central WorldRestaurants & Food · 150 m · 4.5★
- 2 minGaysorn VillageMarkets & Shopping · 150 m · 4.5★
- 2 minKLINIQ WELLNESS SPA CentralwOrldWellness & Spas · 160 m · 4.9★
- 2 minRatchaprasong Sky WalkActivities & Tours · 160 m · 4.5★
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Reviews from Google
Thailand has a very large shopping complex area where Big C, Siam Paragon, Siam Square, and Gaysorn are all located close to one another, forming a massive shopping district. Visitors can freely walk between them via the R Walk skybridge, and conveniently use the BTS to travel to other stations. It’s very convenient. The area also appears to be newly completed, so everything feels very new, clean, and well-maintained — definitely worth spending a whole day exploring. After its completion, Central World became even larger than neighboring Siam Paragon, making it the largest shopping mall in terms of area. There is also a food court on the 7th floor. Like many food courts, you need to top up a stored-value card before making purchases, as they do not accept cash or credit cards. However, it’s very convenient here — there are self-service top-up machines, and you can simply scan a QR code to make payment. @centraldepartmentstore
Central World is one of my favorite mall in Bangkok. Nice shopping day with Mom. She loves the brand Jim Thompson made with 100% silk.
Lots of unexpected brand show up here. Even u can find hot wheels here!
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 4,406 reviews on Google.
4, 4/5 Thanon Ratchadamri, Khwaeng Pathum Wan, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand
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Central @centralwOrld: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Central @centralwOrld worth visiting?
Central @centralwOrld holds a 4.4★ rating from 4,406 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Central @centralwOrld?
Central @centralwOrld is typically open 10:00–22:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Central @centralwOrld?
The best months to visit Bangkok are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December & January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April – May (peak heat).
Where is Central @centralwOrld located?
Central @centralwOrld is at 4, 4/5 Thanon Ratchadamri, Khwaeng Pathum Wan, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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