About Ngee Ann City
Ngee Ann City is a major shopping and commercial complex on Orchard Road in the Orchard planning area of Singapore. Opened in 1993 and owned by Ngee Ann Kongsi, it comprises two office towers and a large retail podium anchored by Takashimaya Department Store and Kinokuniya bookstore. It is notable for its Civic Plaza, extensive luxury and lifestyle retail, and its association with the Teochew community foundation.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large, modern shopping complex with two interconnected towers flanking a central retail podium along Orchard Road. Inside are multiple levels of international fashion, beauty, electronics and lifestyle stores anchored by Takashimaya, a large Kinokuniya bookstore, restaurants and cafes, and an open-air Civic Plaza at the front used for events and exhibitions. The environment is air-conditioned, busy, and fully integrated with Orchard MRT station via underpasses.
Key highlights
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Takashimaya Department Store - flagship Japanese department store occupying a large portion of the complex
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Books Kinokuniya Singapore Main Store - one of the largest bookstores in Singapore
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Civic Plaza - open plaza fronting Orchard Road hosting events, art installations and seasonal displays
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Twin office towers (Tower A and Tower B) above the retail podium
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Wide range of luxury, fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands across five retail levels
History of Ngee Ann City
Ngee Ann City was developed by Ngee Ann Development Pte Ltd and officially opened in 1993 on land owned by Ngee Ann Kongsi, a Teochew clan foundation originally established in 1845. The development replaced the former Ngee Ann Building and became a landmark commercial project on Orchard Road, reflecting the Kongsi's long-standing presence in Singapore.
Culture & Context
The complex represents the heritage of Ngee Ann Kongsi and the Teochew community in Singapore. Its Civic Plaza serves as a public event space for cultural festivals, art exhibitions and community activities along Orchard Road.
Route
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