VivoCity in Singapore is one of the largest shopping malls in Asia. Set on the HarbourFront and billed as a shopping, entertainment and lifestyle destination rolled into one, VivoCity is home to one of Singapore’s largest movie theaters, among the country's biggest toy stores, an amphitheater, a wade pool, and 4 food courts. It is appropriately referred to as a megamall.

Shopaholics will be in retail heaven at VivoCity. The mall is jam-packed with brand name stores stocking luxury and everyday items, from Chanel to Giordano and Watches of Switzerland. With over 1 million sq ft of retail space, VivoCity is worth a visit even if you’re not in the mood for shopping – there’s plenty here to keep everyone amused, including a rooftop sky park for the kids.

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Shopping outlets at VivoCity are spread across 7 levels and cover just about every brand name imaginable. If you’re in the market to pick up some items from western brands such as Levi’s, then this is the place. Trend-hungry teenagers will love the imported goods on sale at Warehouse, Ted Baker, and Tommy Hilfiger.

City slickers can add to their office smarts at T.M.Lewin, Zara, or Marks & Spencer, plus there are accessories galore to transform any outfit. Parents can get anything their angels desire with the biggest Toys “R” Us in Singapore. There are also kids clothing outlets aplenty, including Mothercare plus several maternity fashion outlets.

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In addition to stylish fashion stores, VivoCity has plenty of bookshops, homeware stores, music outlets, pharmacies, jewelers, sports boutiques, and enough shoe stores to keep the fussiest footwear fanatic happy. Renowned department store Tangs have a boutique–styled store at VivoCity selling high-end fashion labels, designer furnishings and premium beauty products and cosmetics. 

VivoCity offers so much more than shopping – it’s also a fabulous entertainment destination and is quickly being mentioned as one of the must-see places in Singapore. The movie theater is a sprawling multiplex, featuring 15 screens and 2,172 seats – it’s also home to one of the largest movie theater screens in Asia, measuring 22.4 meters.

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For kids the fun is endless. There is an open-air playground on the second floor and the rooftop is home to a sky park and amphitheater, with spectacular views across Sentosa. In addition to the vast array of leisure and lifestyle facilities and services at VivoCity, there is a calendar bursting with festivals and events held here throughout the year.

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VivoCity Singapore

Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, Singapore 098585, Singapore

Open: Daily from 10am to 10pm

Phone: +65 6337 6860

Ari Gunadi | Compulsive Traveler