Singapore Shopping Precincts
Shopping in Singapore is a great way to explore the different cultures that call this busy port home.
The diversity between each of the shopping precincts makes Singapore unique, from the glamorous designer label boutiques and extensive shopping malls on Orchard Road, to the bustling bazaars of Arab Street and Little India.
You could easily spend days in each individual shopping precinct, but if you want to try and visit them all travelling from destination to destination is made easy with the convenient MRT system.
Orchard Road Shopping
Orchard Road is probably one of Singapore's most famous streets and is known throughout the world for its spectacular shopping. You'll find designer labels, international chain stores, modern shopping malls that sell everything from electronics to furniture, and some of the most well priced food in all of the city.
One of the great features of this shopping precinct is that Orchard Central operates late night shopping all throughout the week. All stores are open, as well as cafes, restaurants and bars. So you can get your shopping fix after a day of sightseeing.
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Bugis Street Shopping
When people head to Bugis Street they know they'll be wowed by a kaleidoscope of colours found in the textiles, batiks and homewares in the bazaar along Arab Street and Kampong Glam. This is the hectic street market shopping of old and the largest street shopping location in Singapore. From push carts hawking delicious foods to stands with competitively priced clothes, watches, and even salon services, you'll be spoilt for choice at over 800 individual vendors.
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Chinatown Shopping Centre
Many major cities have their own Chinatown, yet none are as good as the one in Singapore. Whether you're looking to pick up traditional Chinese arts and silks, gold jewellery, traditional crafts and your usual tourist shirts and souvenirs, Chinatown has it all. For a truly interesting and unique experience visit a Chinese herbalist or take your tea in a traditional teashop.
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Geylang Serai Shopping
Visit the old days of kampong or shop for antiques and textiles in Geylang Serai, the cultural home of the Malay community in Singapore. You'll feel like you've taken a step back in time in these charming old-world streets. Even if you're not in the market for anything in particular, just go for a wander and take in the spicy smells of cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg.
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Little India Shopping
Little India has long been the home of Singapore's Indian community and you'll smell the heady scents of spices as you shop for saris and ethnic jewellery. You can even visit the spice mill on Serangoon Road where they make a vast array of colourful spices. Any time of the day you can also visit the Mustafa Centre, a 24 hour shopping mall selling just about anything at the lowest possible prices.
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Marina Bay Shopping
Marina Bay is full of shopping centres, malls and arcades bursting with life. Here you'll find everything from fashion to homewares, electronics and everything in between.
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North Bridge Road Shopping
One of the oldest roads in Singapore, North Bridge Road was built by convict labour in the 1830s. This shopping district is where new and old meet with eclectic flare. Discover the historic shopfronts and restored buildings that are now used to sell modern fashions, lifestyle products and electronics, even a mall devoted entirely to IT.
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Riverside Shopping
On the northeast fringe of Chinatown is a wonderful riverside district known for its restaurants, bars and nightclubs with stunning views of the river. Browse the shopping arcades, malls and centres offering a range of electronics, gourmet food items, eyewear, clothes, music and beauty products before dining at some of the best restaurants in the city.
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Shenton Way and Raffles Place Shopping
Located in the busy business and financial district of the city, this is where you'll find the boutique and luxury stores offering the best in office attire, tailored suits and quality homewares. A visit to Raffles City is an absolute must while you're in the area. Designed to be a city-within-a-city, you'll be able to find absolutely everything you're after.