ION Orchard
Over 330 stores, eight levels, all encompassed within an award-winning freeform design: the ION Orchard is one of Singapore's newest retail centers and possibly its most cutting-edge one.
The interior covers over 60,000 sqm of retail space featuring some of the world's most exclusive brands, including six flagship stores: Cartier, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Dior, Giorgio Armani and Dolce & Gabbana. The interior also includes a 5,600 sq ft gallery space operated by ION Art, the mall's dedicated art program.
Address: Orchard Turn, Singapore
Nearest MRT Station: Orchard (NS22) - accessible directly through the basement
Orchard Central
The gleaming glass shard that is Orchard Central stands at the corner of Killiney and Orchard and is entered through a long outdoor escalator accessible from the street. The plentiful use of glass allows natural light to shine into the heart of the mall, giving its inner space a wide-open feel, compounded by its height (the “OC” lays claim to being the island’s tallest mall).
Arts and sports enthusiasts have plenty to do in Orchard Central as well. An Art Trail curated by the National Arts Council features several interesting instances of Singapore's modern art. A climbing wall rises up five floors within the mall, with climbing instructors on hand to help customers negotiate the holds all the way up to the top.
Address: 181 Orchard Road, Singapore
Nearest MRT Station: Somerset (NS23)
Ngee Ann City
Ngee Ann City offers seven levels of shopping and dining pleasure, with a pleasing Eastern-influenced façade that counterbalances the thoroughly modern interior.
130 specialty stores call Ngee Ann City home, including Hugo Boss, Christian Dior, Cartier, Ermenegildo Zegna, and Calvin Klein. Southeast Asia's largest bookstore is here - Kinokuniya Book Store on the 5th floor, with 40,000 square feet of store space! So is the massive Takashimaya Department Store.
Address: 391 Orchard Road
Nearest MRT Station: Orchard (NS22)
Lucky Plaza
Lucky Plaza is older and a bit more run-down but has a hell of a lot more character than other shopping areas in Singapore. Over 400 stores offer camera equipment, watches, sportswear, and luggage. A good many money changers and remittance services make up the balance of the shops in Lucky Plaza, many catering to Singapore's considerable Filipino and Indian expatriate market.
An underground walkway snakes under Orchard Road to connect Lucky Plaza and Ngee Ann City across the street. Before venturing into Lucky Plaza, prepare your bargaining skills, as you'll be expected to haggle. Caveat emptor, as some shops are notorious for ripping off tourists.
Address: 304 Orchard Road
Nearest MRT Station: Orchard (NS22)
Plaza Singapura
Plaza Singapura sits right on top of the Dhoby Ghaut MRT Station and the North East Line Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) interchange. When it opened in 1974, this mall was one of the first in the country, and one of the biggest.
While many other outlets have since overtaken it in size and scope, Plaza Singapura's nine retail floors still offer a massive shopping experience with almost 300 tenants. The wavy frontage is a relatively recent addition, as is the set of gummy-looking sculptures gracing its front promenade.
Address: 68 Orchard Road
Nearest MRT Station: Dhoby Ghaut (CC1/NE6/NS24)
Wisma Atria
A younger clientele prefers Wisma Atria and its 94 specialty stores. Brands housed here include GAP, Topshop, FCUK, Bebe, Mango, and Esprit. The basement level connects directly to Orchard MRT Station and Ngee Ann City.
Food-mad Singaporeans swear by Wisma Atria's food court, a massive space with a bias for Japanese street food. The sushi bar, omakase burgers and classic hawker favorites (among others) have something for any eater.
Address: 435 Orchard Road, Singapore
Nearest MRT Station: Orchard (NS22)
313@somerset
A fashionable eight-level shopping mall located right on top of Somerset MRT Station, the 313@Somerset caters to a mid-price crowd, with young and affordable brands like Uniqlo, Forever 21, Zara, and Esprit lining its lanes. Foodies will love the mall’s Discovery Walk outdoor restaurant area.
Address: 313 Orchard Road, Singapore
Nearest MRT Station: Somerset (NS23) – exits directly at Basement 2 of Mall
Paragon Shopping Centre
Paragon Shopping Centre combines renowned international brands like Ferragamo, CK, and Gucci with cutting-edge streetwear brands like Ben Sherman, Star Three Sixty, and Celio.
Address: 290 Orchard Road
Nearest MRT Station: Orchard (NS22)