Asoke
Asoke sits at the heart of Sukhumvit and is one of Bangkok’s most convenient areas for transportation, shopping, dining, and city living. Centered around Terminal 21, BTS Asok, and MRT Sukhumvit, the neighborhood is surrounded by shopping malls, international restaurants, cafés, hotels, offices, and nightlife venues.
With both BTS and MRT connections, Asoke provides easy access to Phrom Phong, Thonglor, Siam, and other parts of Bangkok. Whether you’re looking for shopping, dining, accommodation, nightlife, or a convenient base for exploring the city, Asoke offers a lively urban environment with excellent connectivity.
Things to do
Terminal 21 Asok
Terminal 21 Asok is one of Bangkok’s most distinctive shopping malls, designed around a global travel theme with floors inspired by cities such as Tokyo, London, Paris and San Francisco. Beyond fashion, lifestyle stores and souvenirs, the mall offers a wide selection of restaurants and affordable food, making it an easy place to explore while staying around Asoke. Google Map
Benjakitti Park
Benjakitti Park is one of the most important green spaces near Asoke, known for its large lake, walking paths, cycling routes and extensive landscaped areas. Its expanded forest and wetland sections add a more natural atmosphere, making it a great place for morning walks, jogging, photography or a relaxing break from the busy city. Google Map
Sukhumvit Soi 19
Sukhumvit Soi 19 sits in the heart of Asoke and is easily reached from Asok BTS and Terminal 21. The street and surrounding lanes are filled with restaurants, cafes, massage shops, hotels and everyday services. It is a convenient area for exploring Asoke beyond the main shopping malls and experiencing Bangkok’s local urban atmosphere. Google Map
Korean Town
Korean Town near the entrance of Sukhumvit Soi 12 is one of Asoke’s most distinctive food neighborhoods. The compact area is home to Korean restaurants, supermarkets and specialty shops serving barbecue, fried chicken, cold noodles, kimchi and other Korean dishes. It becomes especially lively in the evening and is easy to combine with an Asoke night out. Google Map
Benchasiri Park
Benchasiri Park sits beside Sukhumvit Soi 24 and is easily reached when traveling from Asoke toward Phrom Phong. The park features a central lake, outdoor sculptures, jogging paths and shaded areas, providing a pleasant escape in central Bangkok. It can also be combined with a visit to Emporium and EmQuartier. Google Map
Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre
Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre is one of Bangkok’s major exhibition and event venues, located beside Benjakitti Park and easily accessible from Asoke. It hosts international exhibitions, business events, cultural programs and large markets throughout the year. The surrounding park, restaurants and cafes make it easy to combine with an Asoke itinerary. Google Map
Restaurants & Cafés
Tour & Tickets
King Power Mahanakhon SkyWalk
King Power Mahanakhon SkyWalk is one of Bangkok’s most popular high-rise attractions, offering panoramic views across the city skyline. Visitors can explore indoor and outdoor observation areas and experience the famous glass skywalk. Although located in the Silom area, it is easy to reach from Asoke by BTS and works well as a half-day city sightseeing trip. Google Map
SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World
SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World is a major indoor aquarium beneath Siam Paragon in Bangkok’s Siam shopping district. It is a convenient choice for families and for hot or rainy days. The attraction features a variety of marine-life exhibits, underwater viewing tunnels and interactive experiences. From Asoke, visitors can easily take the BTS to Siam and combine the visit with shopping at Siam Paragon and nearby malls. Google Map
Jim Thompson House
Jim Thompson House is one of Bangkok’s best-known cultural attractions, combining a traditional Thai house with a collection of Southeast Asian art and antiques associated with Jim Thompson. Its wooden architecture and garden provide a quieter cultural experience, and the site is easily reached from Asoke by BTS. Google Map
Chao Phraya River Cruise
A Chao Phraya River cruise is a classic way to experience Bangkok from the water. Operators offer daytime sightseeing, dinner cruises and evening trips with views of temples, bridges, hotels and the city skyline. From Asoke, travelers usually need to take the BTS and connect to other local transport or a river boat to reach the departure pier, so allow time for the transfer. Google Map
Bangkok Canal Tour
A Bangkok canal tour offers a different perspective on the city, taking visitors away from busy roads and onto traditional waterways. Depending on the route, boats may pass canals, residential neighborhoods and older communities, with views of temples, traditional houses and everyday riverside life. From Asoke, travelers can use local transport to reach different departure piers and plan a half-day or full-day experience. Google Map
Muay Thai Live
Muay Thai Live combines Muay Thai performances, theatrical storytelling and elements of Thai history into an evening entertainment experience. The show presents traditional fighting techniques in a stage format and is a good option for first-time visitors who want a distinctly Thai cultural activity at night. Consider combining the performance with dinner or other nearby evening activities. Google Map
Shopping
Massage & Spas
Healthy Massage Sukhumvit 19
Healthy Massage Sukhumvit 19 is a convenient massage option near Asoke for travelers looking for Thai massage and relaxation treatments. Its location close to Asok BTS, Sukhumvit MRT and Terminal 21 makes it easy to visit after shopping, sightseeing or dinner in the surrounding Sukhumvit area. Google Map
Health Land Asoke
Health Land Asoke is a branch of the well-known Bangkok spa brand offering Thai massage, foot massage, aromatherapy and other treatments. Its spacious setting makes it suitable for travelers who want a longer relaxation session after shopping or sightseeing around Asoke and Sukhumvit. Google Map
Let’s Relax Spa Terminal 21
Let’s Relax Spa Terminal 21 is located inside Terminal 21, making it particularly convenient for visitors staying around Asoke or spending the day shopping. The spa offers Thai massage, foot massage, aromatherapy and other treatments that can easily be added after shopping or dining. Google Map
Asia Herb Association
Asia Herb Association is known for Thai herbal massage and spa treatments, with several branches across Bangkok. Its signature experiences include traditional Thai massage, herbal compress treatments and aromatherapy, making it a good option for travelers looking for a more distinctly Thai wellness experience around Sukhumvit. Google Map
Perception Blind Massage
Perception Blind Massage is a massage business featuring visually impaired therapists and offering Thai massage, foot massage and relaxation treatments. In addition to the treatments, visitors can experience a different social-enterprise approach to wellness services. Its convenient location makes it easy to add to an Asoke itinerary. Google Map
Divana Massage & Spa
Divana Massage & Spa is one of Bangkok’s established boutique spa brands, offering massage, beauty services and a range of relaxation treatments. Its atmosphere and design are more polished than a typical street massage shop, making it suitable for travelers seeking a more complete spa experience around Sukhumvit. Google Map
Nightlife
The Penny Black Asoke
The Penny Black Asoke is a casual bar around Asoke offering drinks, a relaxed evening atmosphere and entertainment. Its location near the Asoke transport hub makes it easy to visit after dinner, shopping or a massage. It is a good choice for travelers who want to experience Sukhumvit nightlife without committing to a large nightclub. Google Map
Sing Sing Theater
Sing Sing Theater is one of Bangkok’s better-known themed nightlife venues, featuring a dramatic retro-Shanghai-inspired interior, performances and late-night music. Its distinctive design makes it different from a standard bar and offers travelers a memorable nightlife experience around the Sukhumvit area. Google Map
Levels Club & Lounge
Levels Club & Lounge is a nightlife venue in the Sukhumvit Soi 11 area, one of Bangkok’s established party districts. The club focuses on DJ music, dancing and a lively late-night atmosphere. Its location between Asoke and Nana makes it easy to combine with other bars and nightlife spots along Soi 11. Google Map
Above Eleven
Above Eleven is one of Bangkok’s best-known rooftop bars, located near Sukhumvit Soi 11 and offering panoramic city views, creative cocktails and modern dining. Inspired by New York’s Central Park, the venue provides a distinctive skyline setting and is convenient for an evening from Asoke. Google Map
Havana Social
Havana Social is a Cuban-inspired speakeasy-style bar in the Sukhumvit Soi 11 area. Its hidden entrance, vintage atmosphere, Latin music and cocktails create a distinctive nightlife experience. It is particularly suited to travelers who prefer themed cocktail bars and intimate nightlife rather than large clubs. Google Map
Insanity Nightclub
Insanity Nightclub is a large nightlife venue between Asoke and Nana, focusing on DJs, dancing and energetic late-night parties. It is suited to travelers who enjoy electronic music and a busier club environment. Its location makes it convenient to include in a wider Sukhumvit nightlife itinerary. Google Map
Hotels
Transportation
Asok BTS Station
Asok BTS Station is one of Bangkok’s most important transport hubs, located in the heart of Sukhumvit near Terminal 21 and connected to Sukhumvit MRT Station. From here, travelers can take the BTS toward Siam, Thong Lo and Ekkamai or transfer to the MRT network for other parts of Bangkok. Google Map
Sukhumvit MRT Station
Sukhumvit MRT Station connects directly with Asok BTS and forms one of Bangkok’s key interchange points. The MRT provides access to areas such as Ratchada, Huai Khwang and Chatuchak, while the BTS connection makes it easy to continue toward central Bangkok. It is essential for travelers staying around Asoke. Google Map
Makkasan Airport Rail Link Station
Makkasan Airport Rail Link Station provides an important rail connection between central Bangkok and Suvarnabhumi Airport. From Asoke, travelers can take the MRT to Phetchaburi and transfer to the Airport Rail Link. It is a useful option for airport transfers, especially when travelers want to avoid road traffic. Google Map
Phetchaburi MRT Station
Phetchaburi MRT Station is just west of Asoke and provides an important connection between Sukhumvit and Makkasan Airport Rail Link Station. It is one MRT stop from Sukhumvit and allows travelers to transfer toward Suvarnabhumi Airport. The station is particularly useful for airport transfers and travel toward eastern Bangkok. Google Map
Nana BTS Station
Nana BTS Station is located between Asoke and Nana and is an important stop on the Sukhumvit Line. It is only one BTS stop from Asoke and provides access to hotels, restaurants, bars, massage shops and nightlife venues. It is convenient for exploring both Nana and the wider Sukhumvit area. Google Map
Phrom Phong BTS Station
Phrom Phong BTS Station is just east of Asoke and provides direct access to Emporium, EmQuartier and Benchasiri Park. It is only one BTS stop from Asoke, making it easy to explore one of Bangkok’s major upscale shopping and dining districts. It is one of the most useful nearby stations for Asoke visitors. Google Map
