Asiatique The Riverfront

About Asiatique The Riverfront

Asiatique The Riverfront is a large open-air night market and dining complex on Charoen Krung Road in Bang Kho Laem, on the east bank of the Chao Phraya River. It fills restored warehouse-style buildings and has a riverside promenade. Its skyline is marked by the 60-metre Asiatique Sky Ferris wheel.

Entry is free. Most shops open around 5 to 6 pm and close near midnight. Sources count over 1,500 boutiques and more than 40 restaurants, plus food stalls and riverside dining in the Waterfront District. Paid extras include the Ferris wheel, at about 400 to 600 baht depending on the source, the nightly Calypso Cabaret and a Jurassic World experience. Prices are higher than at local markets.

It is an easy, scenic evening date. Take the free shuttle boat from Sathorn Pier at sunset, walk the promenade, share dinner by the water and ride the wheel for city views. Weekdays are calmer than weekends. The last boat leaves around 11:30 pm, and leaving by road can be slow.

Why it works for a date

• Scenic riverside setting at night
• Free entry and free shuttle boat
• Lots of dining and shopping in one place
• Ferris wheel views over the river

Good to be aware of

• Touristy prices; haggle at stalls
• Heavy weekend crowds and slow traffic leaving
• Last shuttle boat around 11:30pm

Don't miss

Asiatique Sky Ferris wheel ฿400-600A 60-metre wheel with panoramic views over the Chao Phraya River and the Bangkok skyline. A ride takes about 10 to 15 minutes.

Night market warehouses and promenade FreeYou can browse souvenirs and fashion in the warehouse-style districts, then walk the riverfront promenade. Haggling is expected at the stalls.