The Thai capital is one of the best destinations in Asia for a shopping excursion and staying at a centrally located Bangkok luxury hotel such as Metropolitan Bangkok, lets you enjoy the very best retail therapy the city has to offer. Located in the Sathorn district, this luxury Bangkok hotel also makes a convenient base from which to set out on a journey of discovery and not to be missed while on this adventure is a visit to the Bangkok floating markets. These traditional markets take place on rivers and waterways where vendors use boats to sell their produce including vegetables, fruits and local food. Early morning is considered the best time to visit these markets as you can beat the heat and the throng of tourists who flock to these sites. Damnoen Saduak, Ampawa and Bang Khu Wiang are among the floating markets in Bangkok worth visiting and which let you enjoy a unique shopping experience.