Vivo City is a mega mall in Singapore, which makes it one of the largest shopping malls in Asia. Situated in Harbourfront, it is a shopper’s paradise, offering a range of entertainment features, along with lifestyle and shopping options. Even if you’re not in the mood for shopping, there are plenty of other activities open to you – take your kids to the sky park, go for a swim, or have a meal at one of the four spacious food courts. It is the perfect place for a family outing in Singapore.

Let’s look at how you can explore this famous mall.

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Vivo City is located on the Harbourfront Walk, with beautiful views of the surrounding area. It is easy to reach, especially if you’re based in a nearby hotel like Travelodge Harbourfront. The mall can be accessed via bus, metro, car, ferry or cable car. If you’re a tourist, avail yourself of a Singapore hotel promotion so that you’ll have more time to enjoy places like Vivo City, which requires at least a day to explore.

You can find any style of clothing at the fashion outlets, to suit your tastes and budget. There are luxury brands like Gucci and Chanel along with more affordable options like Forever 21 - the choices are immense. Along with clothing, you can find jewellery stores like Swarovski. Teens will love the range of clothing from brands such as Levi’s and Tommy Hilfiger, while there are also stores catering to children as well as maternity fashion outlets.

The selection of beauty and wellness products at Vivo City is endless. Everything from high-end luxury cosmetic brands like MAC and Sephora to more budget-friendly options are available. You will also find skincare brands like The Body Shop. So go ahead and pamper yourself!

Book lovers can head to the bookshops in Vivo City and browse through the large selection of tomes. There are also homeware stores selling everything from kitchen appliances toq furnishings and electronics, pharmacies, sports boutiques, and several shoe stores to keep you busy for hours.

Vivo City is not just about shopping. It offers some of the best entertainment options in Singapore. The cinema, in particular, is one of the biggest attractions - with 15 screens and over 2000 seats. Moviegoers will have an amazing experience watching their favourite movies on one of the largest cinema screens in Asia. What’s even better, you can have gourmet food delivered to your seat!

The Sky Park on the rooftop offers amazing views of the harbour and Sentosa. Breathe in the fresh air as you stroll around this expansive section. If you go with kids, they will enjoy this activity since there is a play area just for them. There is also an amphitheatre, where events are usually held.

Whether you’re in the mood for fast food or fine dining, Vivo City has some of the best restaurants and food outlets. Fine dining restaurants include Putien – serving Fujian cuisine and Hans Im Gluck – where you’ll find great German cuisine. There are several casual dining restaurants such as The Queen and Mangosteen. Or you can head to the food courts such as Kopitiam and The Food Republic, which offer affordable meals ranging from Singaporean favourites to international dishes.

Vivo City has many cafes and coffee shops if you want a break from shopping. Wind down with a hot brew or a sweet treat. Some of the best cafes include Tiong Hoe Speciality Coffee and Hoshino Coffee – which is part of a popular Japanese chain.

One of the benefits of going to Vivo City is that it's not just for adults – kids can have a great time as well. With its large kids playground on level 2, your children can play to their heart’s content as you take a breather.

The mall also has a large number of toy stores which are some of the best in Singapore. Head to Toys "R" Us, to find the best educational toys, dolls or action figures for your little ones.