Christmas spots in Bangkok
When December greets, you’ll see many venues in Bangkok getting prepared to celebrate Christmas by decorating their spaces with beautiful Christmas trees, and this prompts masses of folks to gather and snap pictures for their Instagram.
If you are seeking festive places where you can enjoy the impressive sights of Christmas trees and take in Christmas vibes, check out these eight Bangkok places with instagrammable Christmas decorations.
1. Siam Paragon — explore Christmas light displays at Bangkok’s famous shopping centre
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Siam Paragon partnering with BVLGARI is boasting a lovely Christmas tree in its front yard, next to the BTS Siam station, to celebrate our imminent festive season. The tree is adorned with illuminating stars and B letters representing the brand BVLGARI. At the base, you can see a big glowing BVLGARI sign.
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Nearby, a walkway is gracefully decorated with several luminous arches, making it an attractive spot for some nice photos.
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Additionally, there are many festive light displays you can explore and snap pics with, such as a blue-hued light display of a castle, and a large panel made of yellow string lights with the word BVLGARI in the middle.
BTS Station: Siam
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2. centralWorld — a Christmas celebration with a Pikachu theme
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Not far from Siam Paragon, we have centralWorld exhibiting a towering Christmas tree. And, something that will catch your eyes is two giant inflatable Pikachus sitting beside the tree. Between the Pikachus lies a cheese-themed tunnel which is a popular spot that many visitors to enjoy photograhping.
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Keep exploring, you’ll find quite a few entertaining arenas with photogenic decorations scattered around at Outdoor Square outside the mall. Also, there are enticing Christmas-themed food stalls lining up with a wide array of food items to try, reminding you of a Christmas fair in Europe.
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If you are a fan of music, from 21 to 31 December, the mall is offering centralwOrld Bangkok Countdown Music Festival, featuring concerts performed by many acclaimed Thai artists and bands.
BTS Station: Siam
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3. Central Embassy — take a walk through a charming Christmassy corridor
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Just three BTS stations away from Siam, Central Embassy is another location worth checking out for photogenic Christmas decorations.
Outside the complex stands a towering Christmas tree adorned with twinkling string lights and adorned with plenty of toy presents. Alongside the tree, you can’t miss a huge Santa Clause figure with his massive sack surrounded by house toys in diverse colours and designs.
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The highlight that you don’t want to skip here is the corridor connecting Central Chidlom and Central Embassy. The corridor will surprise you with its awe-inspiring Christmas theme. , where the entire space is adorned with tree branches and red bubbles, making the scene look magical.
BTS Station: Phloen Chit
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4. EMSPHERE — check out this new Thai mall with a Christmas vibe
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EMSPHERE, a new luxury shopping mall that opened its doors on December 1st, has joined in the holiday cheer by showcasing vibrant Christmas decorations. Just walking past the mall, you will spot a beautiful Christmas tree that’s glowing in many bright colours.
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The outdoor decorations look impressive, but once you enter the building, you might be even more stunned by its hanging ornaments, such as golden stars and round white fabric hangings. The area is vividly filled with winter-themed stalls and ornaments, giving off a European feel.
BTS Station: Phrom Phong
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5. EmQuartier — an eye-catching shopping mall next to the BTS Phrom Phong station
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Near EMSPHERE, EmQuartier also features a charming Christmas tree adorned with rainbow lights, perfect for capturing memorable photos.
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Don’t forget to check out the inside, as you’ll find many cute Christmas props placed in several spots.
BTS Station: Phrom Phong
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6. Samyan Mitrtown — sweet pink-theme Christmas decorations
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Samyan Mitrtown‘s Christmas tree stands out from the other places since it’s not really a tree. Instead, it was made of various pink logo signs.
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The pink-themed decorations aren’t limited to the Christmas tree; they extend throughout the entire space. Wherever you wander, you’re greeted by the sweet allure exuding from every nook and cranny.
To get here, you need to take the MRT train, instead of the BTS, to the MRT Samyan station.
MRT Station: Samyan
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7. True Digital Park — a spacious startup hub with cosy workspaces
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True Digital Park, managed by True — a prominent communications conglomerate in Thailand, stands as a renowned startup hub. Recognized as an ideal workspace, it offers conducive environments for individuals to focus and be productive in their work.
While this location may not exude the same vibrancy as other shopping centres in Bangkok, they’ve embraced the festive spirit by adorning the place with Christmas decorations.
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One notable spot worth exploring is the miniature park located at the front. This serene area offers seating where visitors can relax under the charming string lights adorning the trees. Additionally, there are small food booths nearby where you can order food to munch on during the cosy night.
BTS Station: Punnawithi
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8. MEGA Bangna — a massive mall with over 400 stores
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The last on our list is MEGA Bangna. This one is quite far from downtown Bangkok, but if you drive, it’s not troublesome to arrive here.
If you happen to go shopping here, spare some time to capture yourself with a Christmas tree at the entrance of the mall.
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The collection of endearing figures and décor features toy bears, Santa Claus statues, and dazzling light displays, all contributing to the festive setting.
Check out these Christmas spots by the BTS line
Even though Christmas celebrations in Thailand can’t rival the West, you can still come across many nice Christmas spots in Bangkok with delightful Christmas vibes, and here are some places you can pay a visit to easily by taking the BTS and MRT trains. Hope you enjoy the celebration and have a Merry Christmas!
For other articles regarding Christmas, check out 8 Christmas markets in Thailand, 10 Christmas gift ideas for exchange gifts, and 7 Christmas dinners and events to explore in Bangkok.
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