Silom & Sathorn
Bangkok's Financial Heart with Sky-High Views
Overview
Silom and Sathorn form Bangkok's CBD — a forest of glass towers by day that transforms into a vibrant nightlife district after dark. Home to iconic rooftop bars like Sky Bar and Vertigo, world-class hotels, and a surprising number of temples tucked between skyscrapers. Sathorn's tree-lined streets offer a more refined residential experience, while Silom buzzes with energy from dawn to well past midnight.
Best For
Food Scene
Diverse mix from Michelin-starred Thai restaurants to bustling Silom Soi 20 street food. Excellent Indian food on Silom, plus high-end rooftop dining. Convent Road has great international options.
Nightlife
Legendary. Patpong night market, Silom Soi 2 & Soi 4 entertainment, world-famous rooftop bars (Lebua Sky Bar, Banyan Tree Vertigo). DJ Sation and Maggie Choo's for cocktails.
Getting Around
BTS Silom line (Sala Daeng, Chong Nonsi, Surasak, Saphan Taksin) plus MRT (Silom, Lumphini). Saphan Taksin is the gateway to river boats. Express boat pier for river transport.
Highlights
- • Lebua State Tower & Sky Bar
- • Lumpini Park — Bangkok's Central Park
- • Sri Maha Mariamman Temple (Hindu)
- • Patpong Night Market
- • W District creative market
Insider Tips
Lumpini Park is perfect for morning jogs — monitor lizards are friendly, just keep distance
Take the BTS to Saphan Taksin for Chao Phraya tourist boats — much cheaper than hotel boats