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Best Area to Find a Tailor in Bangkok: Silom & Bang Rak Guide
Question answered: “Where is the best place to get a suit made in Bangkok?”
By Tony Ram, Second-generation owner, Peninsula Bespoke Tailor · Updated
The Silom, Bang Rak and Charoen Krung riverside area is Bangkok's traditional tailoring district. It's close to the big river hotels and the Skytrain, and has family tailors that have worked there for decades. Sukhumvit and Siam also have tailors, but Silom suits travellers who want calm, appointment-based service.
Why is Silom and Bang Rak good for tailoring?
- History: Charoen Krung Road was one of Bangkok's first paved roads and an early centre for Western-style shops, tailors included.
- Location: many of the city's luxury hotels sit along the river nearby.
- Transport: the BTS Silom Line and the river boats serve the area.
- Pace: it's a business district, so shops tend to work by appointment rather than street touting.
How do Silom, Sukhumvit and Siam compare for tailors?
| Area | Good for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Silom / Bang Rak | Riverside and Sathorn hotels, business travellers | Check reviews as anywhere |
| Sukhumvit | Hotels on lower Sukhumvit | Street touts and package-deal pressure |
| Siam / Ratchaprasong | Shoppers near the big malls | Mall rents can push prices up |
Where exactly is Peninsula Bespoke Tailor?
Our showroom is at 839 Silom Road, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, open every day, 09:00-21:00. We also visit any hotel in Bangkok.
Frequently asked questions
- Which area of Bangkok is best for tailors?
- Silom and Bang Rak are the traditional tailoring area and the most convenient for the riverside hotels.
- Is Sukhumvit bad for tailors?
- No, there are good tailors there too, but street touting is more common, so compare carefully.
- Do I have to go to the tailor's area?
- No. Many tailors, including Peninsula, come to your hotel.
Your Bangkok tailor
Make your garment with Peninsula Bespoke Tailor
Bring what you learned in this guide to a personal fabric and fitting consultation. Visit us at 839 Silom Road, Soi 17 and Pramuan Road, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand. We are open daily 09:00–21:00. Call or WhatsApp +66 89 477 9926 or email info@peninsulabespoketailor.com.