MBK Center (Ma Boon Khrong Center)
MBK Center (Ma Boon Khrong Center)
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10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
About
This enormous mall is one of Bangkok’s most popular shopping haunts, and bargain hunters will enjoy making their way through the hundreds of small shops selling electronics, souvenirs, cosmetics, and more. In addition, many visit the mall for the vendors trading in replica clothing and accessories. There is a food court and multiple eateries on each floor—look through the mall directory and pick from the local and international cuisines on offer. MBK Center is located near the Bangkok Art and Culture Center. Kick off your shopping mission by alighting at the National Stadium BTS Skytrain Station on a weekday morning. – Tripadvisor
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Neighbourhood: Pathum Wan
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- National Stadium • 2 min walk
- Siam • 6 min walk
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- Rupar K11 contributionsAlot of IT devices and electronics device shop good place to goThis shopping mall is about 500 metres away from Siam Paragon. They have heaps of shops to cater all budgets. You will need your bargaining skill handy or you'll pay premium price. I love this place and I hope to see again this place. Thanks all"Thank you for visiting MBK Center! We hope you had a fantastic experience and look forward to welcoming you back again soon!"Written 16 February 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited October 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 12 October 2023
- isnakebiteMilton Keynes, United Kingdom776 contributionsCertainly worth a visit if you are not too far awayUnfortunately our holiday itinerary meant that we were never in Bangkok whilst the the Chatuchak market was open. MBK seemed the next best thing and we were able to pick up a few "Thailand related" gifts, some clothes and grab a bite to eat. It was nice to walk around for a bit and we were not hassled too much."Thank you for visiting MBK Center! We hope you had a fantastic experience and look forward to welcoming you back again soon!"Written 16 February 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 29 October 2023
- JS-JNBristol, United Kingdom4,849 contributionsGreat mall be prepared for a lot of walking.Great shopping mall but be prepared for a lot of walking as it’s VERY long and narrow. My pacer app said I walked 4.3 miles in there. Absolutely great place if you need repairs to a phone or similar gadget. I had new ear pads fitted to my Beats headphones for 500b, by a very friendly lady in just 15 minutes. This area of the mall has around 200 sales/repair little shops.Thank you for your visit. We look forward to visiting MBK Center again.Written 14 February 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited November 2023Travelled soloWritten 14 November 2023
- Phil WDidcot, United Kingdom74 contributionsOne of the best street food places in BangkokIf you love Thai Street food and want to utilise the beauty of air conditioning then the 6th floor of the MBK Centre is the place to go. Visit the cashier desk to top up a food card and then you are done. 200baht per person is easily enough. 4 adults had a meal for 295 baht which is about £6, and the food is just amazing. We had been the previous week and the stall which I returned to remembered me and what I ordered. Just excellent 👍.Thank you for your visit. We look forward to visiting MBK Center again.Written 14 February 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 20 November 2023
- ณิชารีย์Bangkok, Thailand1 contributionMBKMBK has many foreigners visiting here and it is a large shopping mall. There is a movie theater on the 7th floor. Numerous restaurants and communication equipment repair shops. I like to eat at MBK because the snacks at MBK are very delicious. There are often many activities held at MBK. MBK is therefore a very interesting place to visit. On the 4th floor there is a school connected to the mall. It is considered a very convenient place to travel. There are also many photo corners and cafes where you can sit and relax. Therefore, I recommend tourists to go play at MBK.Thank you for your visit. Have a nice trip in Thailand. Enjoy your holiday.Written 14 February 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited July 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 1 February 2024
- MrMrsHappyRLiverpool, United Kingdom1,439 contributionsBrill if you like shoppingWow, this really has to be seen to be believed. Absolutely gigantic inside with 8 floors and hundreds of stalls. Floor 3 is the best with lots of small stalls. A good tip is to bring a wheelie suitcase to put all the stuff intoWe'd love to hear about your experience shopping, dining, or anything else you've enjoyed here. Your recommendations mean a lot to us and help others discover the best of MBK. Enjoy your trip.Written 29 February 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 29 February 2024
- Michael D2 contributionsSomething for everyoneThere is so much to do and see. MBK does a great job of having upscale and modern products available while keeping through to its Thai roots and Asian Cuisine. When you first go it can be a bit overwhelming but luckily the staff is very knowledgeable about the building and all it has to offer. 10/10 must visit while in bangkok, bring your cameraWe'd love to hear about your experience shopping, dining, or anything else you've enjoyed here. Your recommendations mean a lot to us and help others discover the best of MBK. Enjoy your trip and hope to welcome you again.Written 12 March 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited March 2024Travelled soloWritten 12 March 2024
- Joshua CBuckeye, Arizona1 contributionDecember 2023 all month in BKK !Great to be back in BKK. 13 trips over 21 years and MBK is one of my favorites. Tons of shops and food, you name it. Plan on spending all day here between the food, shopping, movie theater and games. Easy taxi out the back doorWelcome back and thank you for visit us again, we'd love to hear about your experience shopping, dining, or anything else you've enjoyed here.Your recommendations mean a lot to us and help others discover the best of MBK. Enjoy your tripWritten 17 March 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten 13 March 2024
- Pauline KRingwood, United Kingdom44 contributionsWorth a visit for a few bargainsNo wonder people buy empty suitcases...really cheap prices. You shouldn't worry about a bit of bartering either. Some of the clothing etc seems a bit last year but def some bargains to be had. There's places to eat and drink a d you can easily spend a few hours here.Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review of MBK Center! We're thrilled to hear you found some fantastic bargains on clothes and other items. Our vendors definitely offer competitive prices, and sometimes a little friendly haggling can go a long way! We're also glad you enjoyed the abundance of dining options and the overall atmosphere. MBK Center is designed to be a one-stop shop for shopping, entertainment, and delicious food. Spending a few hours here is a great way to experience the unique energy of Bangkok's shopping scene. Thank you again for your feedback. We hope to welcome you back to MBK Center soon! Sincerely,Written 3 April 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 31 March 2024
- hankwangSingapore, Singapore162 contributionsGood shopping placeMBK center is a good place for shopping, and the prices also competitive, but you need to bargain, there are many eatery outlets and restaurants around. You can reach MBK b y BTS, taxi, and others. But I believe BTS is the best way to get there.Wow, thanks for the 5-star review! We're happy to hear you found MBK Center to be interesting and full of hidden gems. Did you have a favorite shops you explored? We'd love to hear your recommendations.Written 29 May 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited May 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 27 May 2024
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AustraliaSpindoctor
Encounter Bay, Australia194 contributions
Dec 2019
It's a bit overwhelming when you first go to MBK, one of Bangkok's shopping Meccas.
Stores and stalls within this multi storeyed shopping precinct make it hard to navigate, let alone find your way out, so it's best to grab one of the very detailed shopping guides when you arrive. Whole floors are devoted to various consumer desires - clothing on one floor, mobile phones and accessories on another, computersxand cameras, leather goods, food markets, you name it or want it, it's there at MBK and at really cheap prices. Last visit I bought a pair of comfortable, fit in the ear wireless headphones for AU$20. The sound is as crisp and clear as you could ever hope and equal to products costing $100 or more. MBK is at the terminal station at National Stadium on the skytrain system.
Stores and stalls within this multi storeyed shopping precinct make it hard to navigate, let alone find your way out, so it's best to grab one of the very detailed shopping guides when you arrive. Whole floors are devoted to various consumer desires - clothing on one floor, mobile phones and accessories on another, computersxand cameras, leather goods, food markets, you name it or want it, it's there at MBK and at really cheap prices. Last visit I bought a pair of comfortable, fit in the ear wireless headphones for AU$20. The sound is as crisp and clear as you could ever hope and equal to products costing $100 or more. MBK is at the terminal station at National Stadium on the skytrain system.
Written 29 January 2020
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ajaychak
Visakhapatnam, India169 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Visited here with family as the guide suggested us to go to this place instead of chatuchak market as it is more comfortable. He warned us to bargain for 1/3 of whatever price they are quoting. Its near closing time and no one is interested in showing us much. And more than that these ppl acted bad towards Chinese and Indians. I asked the price of a bag and they quoted 1500thb, its worth less than 500. So when I said its too much, the reply is “you Indians are how much-too much batch.” And some other girl who is also vendor came in laughed and joined the conversation. Felt really bad and walked out of that place.
Well you can visit this place if you really want to but there are a lot of other options. So its upto you..
Well you can visit this place if you really want to but there are a lot of other options. So its upto you..
Written 22 January 2020
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Paul W
Bolton, UK44 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
This is a huge mall where you can probably get most things you may need. The traders to strike a deal with tend to be on the 6th floor. Prices are way high on some stalls up here but just stick to what you are willing to pay and you'll probably get it. Be prepared to walk away, they've a lot of competition and you've a lot of choice. Probably most stalls on any floor that aren't a recognised brand will do a deal. Food hall on the ground floor is good but I didn't think it was cheap. MBK is definitely worth a visit and is really easy to get to. Last stop on the Silom BTS line, the National Stadium.
Written 11 January 2020
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Abhi
New Delhi, India20 contributions
Feb 2020
You would love roaming in MBK center for sure. Each floor has a different category of items and the place is huge. It will easily take whole day for you to cover all the floors and all shops at MBK center. Not all shops entertain bargainers but still many of them do. Depends on your own skills to engage them into negotiations. Cloth, Mobile and accessories, Luggage bags, shoes, leather goods, watches etc. it has everything you could think of. A must visit for sure. Do not forget to visit their food court. Its decently priced and has a good variety of food to chose from.
Written 1 March 2020
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Richa S
42 contributions
Dec 2019
I was a tourist in the city and wanted to shop on a budget, for me as well as gifts for my family and friends to take back. I could find a gamut of shops all selling amazing variety of all stuffs you can think of- bags,luggage, shoes, clothes, accessories, tech, food, luxury etc etc etc. However, there weren't stores who were selling the first copies of luxury brands which was a disappointment for me. Must visit for all your shopping needs.
Written 10 March 2020
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Melaniecaren
Rehovot, Israel239 contributions
Feb 2020
MBK is an oversizing shopping center that is so big that one can't possibly get through it in a day. The prices are reasonable (and you can bargain with the mall stands- not the stores). They have a great food court on the six floor where you can purchase a ticket and then eat your way around to your heart's content (there are also restaurants on the same floor but you can eat well and super cheap if you go to the food court. It's a shopaholic paradise!
Written 23 February 2020
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snitsood
London, UK49 contributions
Dec 2019
MBK has lost its glorious days for a long time now. When it was first open in mid 80s it was a magnet to most shoppers as it was a super cool shopping place for Bangkok. Indoor markets, designer brands,great bargains and good food court etc
Back then there weren't many competitions around till the beginning of 2000s.
No interesting bargains and the food court has got very expensive.
Sad to see its demise.
Back then there weren't many competitions around till the beginning of 2000s.
No interesting bargains and the food court has got very expensive.
Sad to see its demise.
Written 24 January 2020
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steve
9 contributions
Jan 2023
Mobile phone repair that caused more problems that did not exist before. Just had a new case installed. During ensuing days saw wifi signal very weak even close to my home wifi router. Also GPS no longer worked. Camera auto-focus and touch focus poor. Returned to shop and they got wifi working again. GPS and camera focus still no go. I was told I must change sim card but had same issues with multiple sim cards in 2 other countries. 30 seconds of google research showed my phone has issues with this because repair techs do not realize they sever the cable that connects GPS antenna and interrupt the rubber frame around camera. I returned to MBK showing them the detailed fix video on youtube but they ignored. I ended up doing repaor myself. Camera rubber frame was completely missing. Bet they inadvertently lost it. A simple aluminum foil strip reconnected GPS antenna. Many shops will call you trying to sell you something. Extremely annoying and I could not wait to leave. I notice prices on 2nd hand laptops ridiculous as they seem to want to scam tourists.
Written 24 January 2023
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James B
Herne Bay, UK56 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
If your looking for good deals on copies this is a good place to shop, heaven for teenagers wanting trainers and brands like off white, boss, Nike, Ralph etc.
Some good stalls on the 1st floor, but don’t buy here straight away head up to 3rd floor at the end is an indoor market style area, this is where you can get good quality and low prices.
If your looking for tech stuff go to 4th floor, most stall offer 2 levels of goods a copy and 1st copy, so make sure you know what your getting, as the lower versions don’t work as well as you would want for example no noise cancellation on AirPods.
There are jewellery and watch shops on 2nd floor, I was sceptical about these, and although I generally trust Thai people I’m not so sure when it come to these stalls.
Arcade on 7th floor hood to kills some time for a fraction of the price at home.
Restaurant all over, offering a range of foods both for Thai food lover and fussy teens.
Some good stalls on the 1st floor, but don’t buy here straight away head up to 3rd floor at the end is an indoor market style area, this is where you can get good quality and low prices.
If your looking for tech stuff go to 4th floor, most stall offer 2 levels of goods a copy and 1st copy, so make sure you know what your getting, as the lower versions don’t work as well as you would want for example no noise cancellation on AirPods.
There are jewellery and watch shops on 2nd floor, I was sceptical about these, and although I generally trust Thai people I’m not so sure when it come to these stalls.
Arcade on 7th floor hood to kills some time for a fraction of the price at home.
Restaurant all over, offering a range of foods both for Thai food lover and fussy teens.
Written 1 October 2022
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Kimksp
Auckland, New Zealand145 contributions
Feb 2020
We spent the day here it was great did some shopping ate lunch and got a massage. There are multiple floor Gower we found the best floor was level 6 this is a market shopping area. Lots of cheap tees and hoodies. They are not allowed to show some of there products till the afternoon.If you are there in the morning I will have to ask them if they have specific brands they can then show you. Level 3 is great as well. They had a floor of electronic items however we found these very expensive compared to what they sell in China town
Written 12 February 2020
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Does MBK has shops that sell Onitsuka Tigers? If yes then are they originals?
Written 25 June 2024
MBK
Bangkok, Thailand
Dear Customer, Thank you for your question, In MBK CENTER we not have Onitsuka Tigers shop, if you are looking for other brand we have a Super sport outlet shop with variety of original brand on 3rd Floor.
Thank you.
Written 27 June 2024
I would like to know if they do repairs for batteries, earphone charging case batteries in specific, so an airpod case for example, or in my case a TRN t300 charging case.
Written 15 March 2023
Hi, I think they do but you have to find the right place. MBK market is huge!
Written 17 March 2023
Hi. How is the quality of the suits? Thank you.
Written 14 March 2023
Sorry, I don't wear suits, so I payed no attention to the suit makers in this part of the world. I understand that many take advantage of the bargains that can be had, but I can be of no help.
Written 15 March 2023
Lupin,
which stores sales woman's faux silk dresses in MBK mall
Written 12 February 2023
Well , the MBK is huge and spans several floors,and ladies' garments are available on several stalls. You'll have to discover yourself. It is fun.
Written 14 February 2023
Should I buy used mobile from mobile in cheaper price. would the mobile be with good config and worth buying then from india
Written 17 December 2022
Hello! Had to leave BKK quickly this week and didn’t get a chance to return to MBK to buy a couple of bags and T-shirt’s I planned to go back for. Level 3 market area. Wondering if anyone can recommend a service that could do this for me and send to Australia?
Written 27 August 2022
Could anyone recommend me for optical shop with affordable price and good service in BKK?
Written 26 September 2021
I'm sorry but I don't buy copied DVDs so unable to answer your question.
Written 10 March 2020
Just remember to bargain woth the shop vender as they will always give you a high price at first
Written 10 March 2020
Hi, can someone organize me please the email of the „New Time“ watch store (Level 2, 29-58/1) at MBK? I have a problem with my watch that I bought in December. Thank you guys
Written 18 February 2020
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