Shopping in Singapore
Many visitors go to Singapore primarily for sightseeing, but seeing Singapore's various items on sale and the locals' passion for shopping (aside from eating), they end up bargain-hunting as well. Focusing on the shopping tourism, their country's government allotted a huge fund for the development of the fantastic shopping places that we know of today.
Literally one of the few safest cities in the world, there is no problem for people going shopping even late at night. In fact, Singapore also has a 24 hour shopping mall ? the Mustafa Centre open every day within the Little India community.
Here is a list of some of the famous shopping malls :
Orchard Road
The place itself is synonymous with the shopping craze in Singapore , as it is the shopping hub lined with malls selling everything from local brands to international and designer apparels. There are also a lot of restaurants, snack bars and cafes to choose from. Orchard Road is also the venue for some of Singapore 's annual festivals and events such as the Great Singapore Sale, Singapore Fashion Festival, Chingay Parade of Dreams and Christmas in the Tropics. International five star hotels are also strategically located in this area. To make the place more attractive and pedestrian-friendly, Orchard Road will undergo a $40 million redevelopment. Every Saturday, certain malls extend until 11pm to participate in the late night, last minute shopping. Some of which are the Paragon, Tangs Orchard and Wisma Atria.
Centerpoint
is one of the largest and most popular malls along Orchard Road . Robinsons & Co is also located here, the Tourism Awards 2002 winner for the Best Shopping Experience – Retail Outlet category.
DFS Galleria Scottswalk
Offers many exclusive items only found at DFS or the Duty Free Shop. These products also come with a DFS 100% Worldwide Guarantee.
The Heeren
This houses HMV, the largest music superstore in Southeast Asia . This is also a high-end mall with fine dining available at its upper floors.
Tanglin Shopping Centre
On the other hand, has boutique shops selling exquisite items such as Persian, Pakistani and Afghanistan carpets. Basically, this mall offers Asian antiques and the like.
Far East Plaza
Caters to the hip market with its fashionable and outrageous clothes, shoes, eyewear, precious gems and CDs. Street fashion, unique accessories and knick knacks are also on sale.
Little India
Spreading out along Serangoon Road , Little India is one of Singapore 's most colorful districts. Almost all of the residents here are from Indian descent, since their ancestors' arrival in Singapore in the mid 1800's.
Sim Lim Square
Is most famous for its electronic items. Haggling is also possible so it's better to canvass first then compare and negotiate prices.
The Mustafa Centre
The only 24 hour shopping mall in Singapore , takes up an entire block on the edge of Little India. Asian items, such as Indian products, are available here.
Arab Street
To get a feel of the Singapore “suburbs,” try shopping at the famous Arab Street . Colorful and unique clothes and textiles made from different types of fabrics are sold at the streets.
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