Where to shop :
1. Orchard Road
• PARAGON
• PLAZA SINGAPURA
• TAKASHIMAYA SHOPPING CENTRE
• THE CATHAY
•THE CENTREPOINT
• WISMA ATRIA
This stretch of shopping galore is a shopper’s dream come true. Both novice and seasoned shoppers will be enchanted as you can eat, sleep and breathe shopping quite literally!
Start from Tanglin Road and make your way up to the very end of Orchard Road. Prada, Gucci, Hermès, Christian Dior, Bvlgari, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Burberry and a host of global brands make their presence felt at Palais Renaissance, Hilton the Shopping Gallery, Wisma Atria, Paragon and Ngee Ann City.
Catch up with the latest teen trends at The Heeren Shops and Far East Plaza, and stock up on kids clothing and toys at Forum the Shopping Mall, Paragon and The Centrepoint.
For those looking for everything under one roof, large department stores like Robinsons, Tangs Orchard, Takashimaya and Isetan will be your ideal choice. Here, you will find almost everything from clothes to home interiors, cosmetics, souvenirs and even food.
2. Marina Bay
• CITYLINK MALL
• MARINA SQUARE
• RAFFLES CITY SHOPPING CENTRE
At Marina Bay, mega malls, small local set-ups, designer boutiques and everything in between – are all seamlessly linked, making it a truly one-stop shopping experience.
Starting from Raffles City Shopping Centre, take a stroll to CityLink Mall (an extensive network of shops underground) and wander on to Marina Square, Suntec City Mall and Millenia Walk. Marina Square and Suntec City Mall are mega malls with lifestyle shops stocked with fashion, electronics and household ideas.
Suntec City Convention Centre and Raffles City Convention Centre are popular with the business travellers for shopping and dining.
For more high-end shopping, choose from specialty stores in Millenia Walk or visit the Raffles Hotel Arcade where you will find exquisitely tailored shirts, personalised perfume and handmade chocolates.
3. Bugis
• BUGIS JUNCTION
Wander among the hundreds of stalls at Bugis Street that are vying for your attention. From CDs to clothes and accessories to quick bites, you will be spoilt for choice.
For the young and trendy in search of a good bargain, browse through the air-conditioned stretch of stalls on the second floor.
Across the road at Bugis Junction, small carts line an indoor street mall with great accessory finds. Here is where you can enjoy shopping indoors with natural daylight in air-conditioned comfort.
4. Chinatown
Stroll along the streets steeped in Chinese culture and charm. With its inimitable mix of shops selling everything from exquisite silk cheongsams (traditional fitted Chinese dress) to herbal preparations by the trusty sinseh (medicine man), the main streets branch out to side streets of pushcarts that offer a myriad of products.
At one end, discover Chinatown Point, for clothes at bargain prices and Oriental houseware. At the other end (Smith Street), you will be treated to an entire street of delicious hawker fare. For those into gold jewellery, stop by one of the many Chinese jewellery shops along South Bridge Road.
5. Little India
Bring home a slice of Indian culture. Jasmine flowers scent the air here, where stalls selling floral garlands line the streets. Saris, Bollywood movie stars’ posters, Bhangra music, trinkets and gold jewellery lend colour to this famous street.
From stalls displaying fresh fruits and Indian sweets to shops selling clothes and shoes at irresistible bargains, you will be dizzy from the choices available. A must-stop is Mustafa Centre – four floors of every merchandise imaginable stacked from floor to ceiling.
6. Kampong Glam
Age-old trades which sustained the early immigrants are still in business at this cultural hub for early Arabs in Singapore. A leisurely paced walk will bring you face to face with small shops selling carpets, textiles, crafts and rattan baskets.
As a reflection of its eclectic mix, this area is also home to designer wear store, White Room and Straits Records, which sells second-hand records and CDs by local bands. Check out the newly-developed Bussorah Mall where colourful skirts, scarves and houseware beckon from the shophouse windows.
7. Southern Waterfront
• HARBOURFRONT CENTRE
• VIVOCITY
For a waterfront shopping experience, visit VivoCity – an iconic retail, lifestyle and entertainment destination, which features over 350 stores and wide open spaces for waterfront relaxation and entertainment.
Designed by world-renowned architect, Toyo Ito, it is the centrepiece of Singapore’s newest lifestyle hub at the Southern Waterfront, which is also home to HarbourFront Centre, Sentosa, Mt Faber, the Singapore Cruise Centre and the St James Power Station.
8. City Fringe & Outskirts
• ANCHORPOINT | CAUSEWAY POINT | COMPASS POINT | NORTHPOINT | ROBERTSON WALK | VALLEY POINT
• BUKIT PANJANG PLAZA | FUNAN DIGITALIFE MALL | HOUGANG PLAZA | IMM | JUNCTION 8 | JURONG ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE | LOT ONE SHOPPER’S MALL | RIVERVALE MALL | TAMPINES MALL
• CENTRAL
• ICON VILLAGE
• INTERNATIONAL FURNITURE CENTRE
• JURONG POINT SHOPPING CENTRE
• PARKWAY PARADE
• UNITED SQUARE SHOPPING MALL
• VELOCITY @ NOVENA SQUARE
Great shopping in Singapore isn’t confined to just Orchard Road and its surroundings. Quality goods at prices that won’t burn a hole in your pocket can be found in lots of places around the city centre and even the outskirts. During the Great Singapore Sale, activities abound in these areas too!
9. Neighbourhood Centres
• BRAS BASAH COMPLEX
• HONG KAH POINT
• MARINE PARADE CENTRAL
• PEOPLE’S PARK
• SERANGOON NORTH VILLAGE
• TAMPINES STREET 11 NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE
• TOA PAYOH CENTRAL
If you’re prepared to venture further afield, you can combine shopping with a little sightseeing off the beaten track. In fact, you’ll discover some of the best bargains where most Singaporeans live, eat and shop – out in the Heartlands of Singapore.
The neighbourhood centres here offer a surprisingly comprehensive range of items from branded to local goods at prices that will delight the value-conscious and determined bargain-hunter. Business hours vary from shop to shop but as a general guide, most shops are open from 11am to 9pm.
Many of the neighbourhood centres are easily accessible by buses and the MRT. Shopping at these bustling centres is a fascinating experience, providing insight into the local lifestyle and a chance to mingle with Singaporeans at their most comfortable. You’ll also reap another benefit – the opportunity to tuck into delicious local fare at the numerous food centres and informal coffee shops!
What to buy :
1. Department Stores & Hypermarkets
3. Watches, Jewellery & Opticals
4. Gifts, Toys, Books, Stationery & CDs
5. Homeware, Furniture, Electricals & IT
9. Others
Source:http://www.greatsingaporesale.com.sg
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