Central Ladprao
The food court on the ground floor is the reason to come here, not the shops. That's not a knock on the shops, there are plenty of them across the floors, plus a supermarket and enough cafes and restaurants to keep a family occupied for an afternoon. But this is a mall where locals eat, and the ground level is where the good, cheap casual food sits.
It's north of the centre in Chatuchak, which works in its favour. Fewer tourists, more people just getting on with their weekend. The place is huge, clean and easy enough to navigate once you've worked out which entrance you came in through. It connects directly to the Centara hotel, and around Lunar New Year the mall puts on celebrations that are worth timing a visit around if you're nearby. Weekday mornings are the calm option if crowds wear you down.
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Reviews from Google
One of my favourite shopping malls in Bangkok. It's very huge, super clean (like the majority of malls) and with a vast majority of shops and restaurants. Though it's not located in downtown Bangkok, it's still very easy to reach using BTS. Central Ladprao has a direct connection from the BTS station "Ha Yaek Lat Phrao". We liked the mall as there weren't many tourists around. Lots of locals enjoying their time there, browsing around and having good food. At the lowest floor, there are nice little food stalls and a supermarket. Then there are also lots of clothing stores and lots of places where you get glasses. On the top floor, there's a huge cinema as well. You can surely spend a lot of time in Central Ladprao, but I'd recommend you to combine a visit to this mall with a visit to Union Mall as well. It's closed by and can be reached from the BTS station by Skywalk. Union Mall has a totally different vibe, more rustic and definitely cheaper for shopping ;)
Huge mall, many choices to shopping. Ground floor is main food courts. Another floor you can browse for shopping. Everything you can find and buy, fantastic shopping experience
Just another mall but got to witnesses lunar new year celebration 🎉 Easy access to MRT & BTS - beautiful in its own way!!
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Central Ladprao: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Central Ladprao worth visiting?
Central Ladprao holds a 4.5★ rating from 33,704 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated markets & shopping in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Central Ladprao?
Central Ladprao 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 Ladprao?
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 Ladprao located?
Central Ladprao is at 1693 Phahon Yothin Road, Khwaeng Chatuchak, Khet Chatuchak, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10900, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
Location Info
1693 Phahon Yothin Road, Khwaeng Chatuchak, Khet Chatuchak, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10900, Thailand+66 2 793 6000www.centralpattana.co.th/Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: April – May (peak heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
25°C – 34°C(77°F – 93°F)
Crowds
Peak: December & January
Getting there
Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports serve Bangkok with direct flights from most major cities.
Getting around
- •BTS Skytrain (most central areas)
- •MRT Metro (underground)
- •Airport Rail Link (ARL)
- •Chao Phraya Express Boat
- •Grab (ride-hailing app)
- •Metered taxis — always use the meter
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Tips for Visiting Markets & Shopping
Haggle at Markets, Not Malls
Prices at market stalls are negotiable — start at 50–60% of the asking price and meet in the middle. Fixed-price shops and malls don't haggle. Smile and keep it friendly; aggressive bargaining is considered rude.
Arrive Early or Late
Vendors believe the first sale of the day is lucky — you'll often get a better deal if you arrive right when the market opens. Late in the evening, sellers may also discount to avoid packing unsold goods.
Be Cautious with Tailors
Bangkok has excellent tailors, but also many tourist traps. Avoid anyone offering suspiciously cheap suits or who approaches you on the street. Ask your hotel for recommendations, read reviews, and always get two fittings.
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Chatuchak Weekend Market
Go at six in the morning, before the heat turns 15,000 stalls into an endurance test.
Or Tor Kor Market
Bangkok's tidiest fresh market, at its best before the morning heat sets in.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: April – May (peak heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
25°C – 34°C(77°F – 93°F)
Crowds
Peak: December & January
Getting there
Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports serve Bangkok with direct flights from most major cities.
Getting around
- •BTS Skytrain (most central areas)
- •MRT Metro (underground)
- •Airport Rail Link (ARL)
- •Chao Phraya Express Boat
- •Grab (ride-hailing app)
- •Metered taxis — always use the meter