About Central Udon
Central Udon is a large shopping mall in central Udon Thani city, located on Prajaksilapakom Road in Mak Khaeng Sub-district, Mueang Udon Thani District. Operated by Central Pattana, it is the main modern retail complex in northeastern Thailand, featuring department stores, international and local brands, restaurants, a supermarket, cinema and family entertainment facilities serving both residents and visitors.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a multi-storey, air-conditioned shopping centre with a Central Department Store, fashion and lifestyle shops, beauty and electronics stores, a Tops supermarket, food court and diverse restaurants, coffee shops, a multiplex cinema, and entertainment zones. The mall has wide corridors, atrium event spaces, and is surrounded by parking areas in the city centre near major roads.
Key highlights
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Flagship Central Department Store and wide range of retail brands
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Large food court and variety of Thai and international restaurants
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Tops Food Hall supermarket for local products and souvenirs
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SF Cinema multiplex and family entertainment facilities
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Central atrium hosting seasonal events and promotions
History of Central Udon
Originally opened in 1994 as Charoensri Complex, the mall was acquired by Central Pattana and rebranded as CentralPlaza Udon Thani in 2009. A major renovation and expansion was completed in 2012-2013, significantly increasing retail space and establishing it as the largest shopping centre in northeastern Thailand at that time.
Culture & Context
Serves as the principal modern retail, dining and social gathering hub for Udon Thani city and the wider Isan region, hosting seasonal festivals, cultural events and community activities
Route
| By air | Approximately 7-8 km from Udon Thani International Airport, reachable by taxi or airport transfer in about 15-20 minutes |
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