Joanna James
If you are to treat your inner shopaholic, Singapore is the right place to be – the city-state has more malls per square kilometre than any other nation in the world. So, if you are planning to go on a shopping spree in Singapore, here are 5 places that you should not miss!
Spanning over a length of 2.2 kilometres, the orchard road is the ultimate hub for shopping in Singapore! It is home to a vibrant array of mega-malls such as the ION Orchard, Paragon House and Lucky Plaza that are home to flagship stores and brand outlets. The road also features a slew of snazzy cafes and restaurants that could come in as pitstops amidst an exciting shopping spree. If you are planning to get the most out of your orchard road shopping experience consider staying at hotels in Singapore the likes of Pan Pacific Singapore so that you could get easy access to the road and divide your shopping expedition into several sessions.
Being one of the most popular destinations in Singapore to explore, the china town street market features a variety of stalls and boutiques that sells everything Chinese! Travellers could find items such as candles, clothing items, artworks, accessories and a host of exclusive items that only available in the mainland of China. The market also features food stalls that serve up decadent Chinese delicacies.
Like the china town, Little India is a region that is home to a myriad of stalls and stores that sells commodities imported from the Indian subcontinent. Its stands out from the ultramodern and contemporary urban setting that Singapore is famous for and dazzles as a region filled with vibrant colours, exotic fragrances and intriguing sounds. Here in little India, travellers can find unique accessories, clothing items, electronic goods and food items that are mostly vegetarian and not to mention those decadent and delicious curries!
Filled with an assortment of stores that specialises in selling vintage goods and boutiques that sell souvenirs and unique items, this is a colourful and unique destination that lays in contrast to Singapore's modern outlook. The region is also famous for its colourful wall paintings and exclusive photo-op opportunities. If you are here after sun-down one could also treat themselves to a couple of drinks to conclude their shopping experience.
Located on the quaint banks of the Singapore River, Clarke Quay is the place that you want to be to enjoy fine dining at exquisite riverside restaurants. The avenues here dazzle with vibrant colours, and they are very much alive after sundown. amidst all the excitement and fun, the region has its fair share of malls and high-end stores that sells everything from branded clothing goods, accessories to the latest electronic items.
Being the largest shopping mall in Singapore, Vivo city sure has a large collection of stores and boutiques. What makes this mall special is that it is home to 15 cinema screens, an art gallery, a rooftop amphitheatre, an open-air playground and a slew of restaurants and cafes!
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A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
