Orchard Rd

The CentrePoint

The Centrepoint is one of the most popular shopping malls along Orchard Road because of its proximity to the Somerset MRT Station. Here you’ll find all the usual shopping you get in a mall, as well as one of Singapore’s own department stores – Robinsons & Co. Centrepoint also has a good selection of restaurants and fast food outlets. Also, as a visitor to The CentrePoint you can get your hands on the Tourist Privilege Card which entitles you to discounts and free gifts at participating outlets inside the mall. Address: 176 Orchard Road. Tel: +65 6737 9000 Getting there: Somerset MRT Station, exit B.

Far East Plaza

A favourite for expats and locals alike, Far East Plaza has everything from clothing to precious gems and electronics. It is also a great place to get a tailor-made suit made – try Solito Fashions on the 2nd floor where they’ll measure, make and supply a top-quality suit all within a day and at a price you will not believe. Address: 14 Scotts Road. Tel: +65 6734 2325. Getting there: Orchard MRT Station, exit A.

The Heeren

Home to the mega HMV music store (South East Asia’s largest), the Heeren has a good range of shops and restaurants. Take a look on levels 4 and 5 where you’ll find the Annex, Singapore’s answer to Harajuku in Tokyo or Island Beverly in Hong Kong. Address: 260 Orchard Road. Tel: +65 6733 4725 Getting there: Somerset MRT Station, exit B.

Lucky Plaza

Containing a huge range of shopping, Lucky Plaza is also popular for electronics shopping. More information: Moiss Jewelry, page 52. Address: 304 Orchard Road. Tel: +65 6235 3294. Getting there: Orchard MRT Station exit A.

Moiss Jewelry

When you’re away from home, it’s always nice to find something a little different to take home with you. So as you’re going through the brand names and top shopping on Orchard Road, take some time out to look for Moiss Jewelry on the second floor of Lucky Plaza. At Moiss, the specialty is the Charles & Colvard created Moissanite Jewel – the new fad for jewelry lovers. What makes them special is that they are the closest stone to a diamond in hardness and actually have a higher reflective index, making them just as beautiful to look at as a diamond. Because they are not real diamonds however, they are cheaper to buy, but are actually rarer than diamonds. Address: 304 Orchard Road, #02-90, Lucky Plaza. Tel: +65 6737 3973. Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun/PH 12pm-7pm.

Ngee Ann City

Easily the most recognisable shopping centre in Singapore, Ngee Ann City is home to some of the biggest brands. It’s here you’ll also find the massive Kinokuniya bookstore – the biggest bookstore in South East Asia. Ngee Ann City is especially famous for its fashion and cosmetics shopping. Address: 391 Orchard Road. Tel: +65 6739 9323. Getting there: Orchard MRT Station, exit D.

Plaza Singapura

A short walk from Somerset MRT Station and right above the Dhoby Ghaut Station, Plaza Singapura was the first multi-storey shopping mall to be built in Singapore in 1974. This one-stop lifestyle shopping mall features cinema entertainment, fashion, music, home furnishing and a wide range of food and beverage outlets. Address: 68 Orchard Road. Tel: +65 6332 9298. Getting there: Dhoby Ghaut MRT Station, exit D.

Shaw House

The Japanese department store, Isetan, is the main attraction at Shaw House, while the Lido cinema is on the top floor. Address: 350 Orchard Road. Tel: +65 6235 1150. Getting there: Orchard MRT Station, exit A.

Specialists Centre

Home to Singapore’s oldest department store, John Little, the Specialists Centre has a range of stores that are well worth rummaging through. Address: 277 Orchard Road. Tel: +65 6737 8222. Getting there: Somerset MRT Station, exit B.

Aesthetic Bay

Investments come in all shapes and sizes – but none come quite as intricate and detailed as a beautifully made pen. One place in Singapore that is worth a look for this is Aesthetic Bay at the Specialists’ Centre next door to the Somerset MRT Station. Aesthetic Bay’s clientele is largely made up of pen collectors from all over the world – so you know you won’t go wrong here. Address: 277 Orchard Road, #02-57 & #02-43, Specialists’ Shopping Centre (Phoenix Hotel), Singapore 238858. Tel: +65 6735 6788. Available brands: Ancora, Cartier, Caran d’Ache, Dani-trio, Delta, Dunhill, Jorg Hysek, Krone, Lalex, Loi Minchay, Marlen, Mont Blanc, Montegrappa, Namiki, Omas, Parker, Pelikan, Pilot, S.T. Dupont, Stipula, Tibaldi, Visconti, Waterman.

The Paragon

Fashion is the main shopping at the Paragon. It is especially good for mens fashion clothing and is also home to some of the biggest brands. Address: 290 Orchard Road. Tel: +65 6738 5535 Getting there: Orchard MRT Station, exit A.

Tangs

A Singaporean institution, Tangs has been providing quality merchandise at fair prices since 1932. Five floors stock a wide range of products from household goods to fashion wear and cosmetics, electronics to stationery and shoes to fabrics for all the family. The silk and batik outfits are particularly popular with visitors looking for gifts to take home. Address: 320 Orchard Road. Tel: +65 6737 5500. Getting there: Orchard MRT Station, exit A.

Wheelock Place

Including one of Singapore’s biggest bookstores, Borders, and two floors of Marks & Spencer, Wheelock Place has a range of restaurants as well as shopping. Address: 501 Orchard Road. Tel: +65 6738 8660. Getting there: Orchard MRT Station, exit C.

Wisma Atria

The Japanese department store, Isetan, fills one end of this bright blue complex while a mix of boutiques fills the other end. Wisma Atria has too be seen to be believed on the weekends when it is seemingly one of the more popular places for Singapore’s young people to hang out. Address: 435 Orchard Road. Tel: +65 6235 2103. Getting there: Orchard MRT Station, exit D.