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EmQuartier shopping mall in Emporium / EmQuartier, BKK
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View of EmQuartier in Emporium / EmQuartier, BKK
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View of EmQuartier in Emporium / EmQuartier, BKK
Photo: Google

EmQuartier

4.5(24,307 reviews)$$Entertainment
🕑 3-4 hours👶 Best for ages 2-12. Toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy the supervised play areas, while older kids appreciate the entertainment zones, kid-friendly dining options, and unique shopping experiences throughout the mall.

About

EmQuartier is a modern, upscale shopping mall that doubles as a family entertainment destination with dedicated kids' play areas, interactive zones, and an impressive selection of family-friendly restaurants. The multi-level complex offers a welcome air-conditioned escape from Bangkok's heat, making it perfect for families who want to combine shopping, dining, and play in one convenient location.

Highlights

  • Dedicated kids' play zones with age-appropriate activities and supervision
  • Wide variety of family restaurants including international chains and Thai options with English menus
  • Indoor climate-controlled environment perfect for escaping Bangkok's heat and humidity
  • Unique waterfall garden and green spaces on upper levels for photo opportunities
  • Clean, Western-style facilities including family restrooms and nursing rooms

Pro Tips

  1. 1.Take the BTS Skytrain to Phrom Phong station for easiest access. The mall connects directly to the station, avoiding Bangkok traffic and making it stroller-friendly.
  2. 2.Visit on weekday mornings (10 AM to 12 PM) to enjoy play areas and restaurants before the after-school and weekend crowds arrive.
  3. 3.Bring a light sweater or cardigan for kids as the air conditioning can be quite cold, especially in the play areas.
  4. 4.Download the EmQuartier app or grab a directory map on arrival. The mall is large and spread across multiple buildings, so navigation help is useful.
  5. 5.Many stores and restaurants accept credit cards, but keep some Thai Baht cash handy for smaller vendors and vending machines.

Best Time to Visit

Weekday mornings between 10 AM and 1 PM offer the most comfortable experience with smaller crowds and cooler outdoor temperatures. Avoid weekends and evenings when local families pack the entertainment zones and restaurants.

What to Know

The mall offers clean, modern restroom facilities with changing tables throughout. Most staff speak basic English, and many restaurants have English menus with pictures. Parking is available but can be expensive, so using the BTS Skytrain is recommended.

Seasonal Notes

Open year-round with consistent hours. The mall decorates extensively for major holidays including Christmas, Chinese New Year, and Songkran (Thai New Year in April), offering special photo opportunities and seasonal activities for kids.

Nearby Eats

The mall itself houses dozens of kid-friendly restaurants on multiple floors, including food courts with varied options. Nearby Emporium (connected mall) offers additional dining choices if you want more variety.

More Activities Near Emporium / EmQuartier

Restaurant

Gourmet Market Food Hall

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Gourmet Market Food Hall takes the stress out of family dining with its incredible variety of international and Thai cuisine stations, allowing everyone to choose exactly what they want. Located in the upscale Emporium and EmQuartier shopping centers, this modern food hall offers comfortable casual seating, air-conditioned comfort, and quality food options that range from Asian street food to Western favorites, making it a perfect refuge during Bangkok sightseeing.

Activity

Benjamins Playground (Sukhumvit Area)

Benjamins Playground offers a premium indoor play experience in the heart of Bangkok's upscale Sukhumvit shopping district. Located within the modern Emporium/EmQuartier complex, this air-conditioned soft play center provides a welcome respite from Bangkok's heat and humidity, featuring colorful slides, ball pits, climbing frames, and age-appropriate activities that keep young children entertained while parents shop or relax nearby.

Cafe

Bella Vista Cafe & Bakery

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Bella Vista Cafe & Bakery offers weary families a welcome respite inside Bangkok's modern EmQuartier shopping complex. With an appealing selection of fresh pastries, ice cream treats, and a comfortable atmosphere, it's an ideal spot for families to recharge between shopping or sightseeing adventures in the bustling Thai capital.

Cafe

The Commons Saladaeng

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The Commons Saladaeng is a laid-back outdoor community hub where families can relax in a garden-like setting while sampling treats from multiple cafes and dessert shops. Kids can roam freely in the open-air space while parents enjoy quality coffee and light bites, making it an ideal spot to unwind after temple visits or shopping.