Popular places to visit
Khaosan Road
This “anything goes” street is a hot spot for budget travelers who want to buy cheap clothes and souvenirs, people-watch or party all night.
Pratunam Market
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Pratunam Market, a favourite shopping spot in Bangkok. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and temples in this vibrant area.
Terminal 21 Shopping Mall
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Terminal 21 Shopping Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Bangkok. Visit the temples and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Siam Paragon Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Siam Paragon Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Bangkok. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
MBK Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to MBK Center, a popular shopping spot in Bangkok. Visit the notable monuments and temples in this vibrant area.
CentralWorld
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit CentralWorld, a favourite shopping spot in Bangkok. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and temples in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Baiyoke Sky Hotel Dining & Observation Deck – Bangkok’s Iconic Experience
The Old Siam: Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong Railway Market
Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak, Train Market & Mahanakhon Day Trip
Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak Market and Maeklong Railway Market
From Pattaya/Bangkok: Island Day Trip with Beach Activities
White Orchid Dinner Cruise – A Night of Food and Live Entertainment
Top hotels in Ari
Asia Hotel Bangkok
Great location for the transit system. Really good breakfast. Friendly staff. The hotel is slightly “tired” but great value. Would stay there again.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Grande Centre Point Sukhumvit 55
Great staff, clean rooms, great amenities. Really good breakfast buffet - high recommend adding that to your booking. Gym staff were fantastic.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Solitaire Bangkok Sukhumvit 11
Very good, good staff clean room can't complain
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
The Peninsula Bangkok
Friendly helpful staff. Good restaurants. Electric controls in room starting to look a bit tired (eg fax machine??!!)
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel
Super
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Lots of variety for dinner, very convenient for the airport via the 300m walkway direct from the airport. Rooms are average.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ari
Pratunam
Travellers love Pratunam for its popular shops, and you can see more of Bangkok by jumping on the metro at Victory Monument BTS Station or Phaya Thai Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pratunam Market and Victory Monument.
Ratchaprasong
Visitors to Ratchaprasong love its popular shops, and you can check out Erawan Shrine and Gaysorn Plaza. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Chit Lom BTS Station.
Ploenchit
Ploenchit is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Central Embassy and Central Chidlom Department Store. See more of Bangkok by jumping on the metro at Ploenchit BTS Station or Chit Lom BTS Station.
Nana
Visitors to Nana love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Nana Square and Sukhumvit Road. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Nana BTS Station.
Siam
Enjoy the popular shops in Siam. MBK Center is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ratchadamri BTS Station or Siam BTS Station to see more of Bangkok.
Chidlom
Chidlom is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Central Chidlom Department Store and Erawan Shrine, and you can get around town on the metro at Chit Lom BTS Station.
