Welcome to the epitome of Bangkok’s business landscape – Sathon Tower. Rising majestically in the heart of the city, Sathon Tower stands as a symbol of modernity and commercial vibrancy.
This iconic skyscraper beckons entrepreneurs, professionals, and visitors alike, offering a glimpse into the bustling energy of Bangkok’s business district.
Join us as we embark on a journey to explore the allure of Sathon Tower, uncovering its state-of-the-art facilities, strategic significance, and the panoramic vistas it offers, encapsulating the essence of Bangkok’s dynamic spirit.
Facts about the tower:
This tower is also famous as the “Ghost Tower”. The construction of Sathon Tower started when Thailand’s economy boomed in the 1990s.
The development was suddenly stopped when Thailand sank into the swamp of reckless investments and unpaid debts that became known as the 1997 Asian Financial Crisis.
Thailand’s economy contracted 10% in 1998 and many of the building projects came to a halt, this 49-story Sathon Tower was one of them.
The abandoned rooms are filled with curious objects such as mannequins, pictures of the king, and much more.
Locals believe that the building is haunted, especially the 43rd floor, where the body of a backpacker was found in 2014.
Sathon Tower looks scarier at night because aside from a few lights, the tower is mostly dark and without electricity.
The dread:
Getting up to the tower is possible but is not really a good idea because the infrastructure is fragile and bears many holes in the floors.
Despite warnings of prosecution for trespassing, people still climb the fenced building to enjoy the impressive views of Bangkok from the roof.
When you enter the tower you will find unfinished brick walls, bathtubs overturned in the hallway, decorative columns sitting in a heap on the floor, a balcony overgrown with weeds, and plenty of graffiti on the walls and the roof.
From the top of the tower, you can have a sweeping view of the Chao Phraya River. Exercise caution at the top due to exposed wires, rusty metal, and a lack of safety rails.
It is illegal to climb the tower but the locals have made a way to get in. You will find security guards at the entrance of the tower who will let you climb the tower in return for an admission fee.
They have a dual pricing system, the locals pay 100 Baht and the foreigners pay 200 Baht.
The fee is worth it as they have installed lighting in one stairwell.
How to reach Sathon Tower:
1. Get into BTS to reach Sathon Tower:
The easiest way to get here is to get a BTS. Get in a Silom Line BTS and get off at Saphan Taksin.
You can clearly see the Sathon Tower from the BTS station, just a couple of minutes walk away. The entrance is from the side road on the left of the building.
2. Reach Sathon Tower by ferry:
Get into a blue line ferry from Rajchawongse and get off at Sathorn Pier. You can get a ferry after every 10 minutes. From Sathorn Pier you can see the skyscraper, walk for 400 meters and you will reach Sathon Tower.
The whole journey will take about 15 minutes
3. Get a bus:
To reach here you can get a bus from Phukhaothong. The bus departs every 15 minutes.
Get off at Opposite Wat Yan Nawa. Walk for 2 minutes from here and you will reach here. The journey will take half an hour.
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