5 Best Cinemas in Singapore for Blockbusters and More

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Image: Golden Village VivoCity

Watching movies is extremely popular in Singapore, and in the past years there has been a remarkable increase in cinemas equipped with cool air-conditioning, comfortable seats and state-of-the-art digital visual and audios systems. Therefore, it is no wonder that Singapore is considered to have the highest movie-going rate in the world.

If you are looking for the best possible place to hang out and have fun, the following list suggests some of the awesome destinations. To us, choosing a cinema should be as important as choosing a movie. Here are our picks for the 5 best cinemas in Singapore you can add to your priority.

1. Cathay Cineplex Cineleisure Orchard (Closed)

Cathay Cineplex Cineleisure Orchard
Cathay Cineplex Cineleisure Orchard
Image: Cathay Cineplex
  • Address
    Levels 4, 5, 6 & 9 Cathay Cineleisure Orchard
    8 Grange Road, Singapore 239695

Nestled at the top levels of Cathay Cineleisure Orchard building, Cathay Cineplex Cineleisure Orchard is one of the biggest cinemas in Singapore.

MOVIE TICKET PRICES:

  • S$9.00/movie on weekdays, S$13.00/movie on weekends and public holidays
  • There are discounts for students, senior citizens, and UOB/Amex card holders.

MOVIE SHOW TIMES:

  • Weekdays: 12:00 to 00:00
  • Weekends & PHs: 12:00 to 02:00

BOOKING: Have it done online.

NOTES:

  • It is recommended buying tickets at level 5 as there are more counters and less queues.
  • There is also a ticket booth in the basement, near the food court.

GETTING THERE:

  • Buses: 36, 77, 124, 128, 143, 162, 162M, 167, 171, 174, 174E, 190 and 51 (Walk 2 mins from bus stop B09037)
  • Nearest MRT station: Somerset MRT (NS23) (Walk 3 mins from Exit B)

2. Golden Village VivoCity

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Image: Golden Village
  • Address
    1 Harbourfront Walk, #02-30 VivoCity
    Singapore 098585
  • Phone
  • Website
  • Email
    customersvc@goldenvillage.com.sg

Golden Village VivoCity is renowned as the best multiplex of Golden Village chain which is the largest cinema operator in Singapore providing moviegoers more choice, comfort and convenience at its cinemas. Golden Village VivoCity features 15 cinema halls including 3 Gold Class halls and GV Max hall, all of which are equipped with top-notch audio and visual systems.

MOVIE TICKET PRICES:

  • Standard cinemas: S$8.50/movie on weekdays, S$12.50/movie on weekends and public holidays
  • GV Max Dolby Atmos: S$10.50/movie on weekdays, S$14.50/movie on weekends and public holidays
  • Gold Class: S$29.00/movie on weekdays, S$39.00/movie on weekends and public holidays

MOVIE SHOW TIMES:

  • Weekdays: 11:00 to 22:00
  • Weekends & PHs: 10:00 to 00:30

BOOKING: Have it done online here.

GETTING THERE:

  • Buses: 10, 30, 30E, 57, 61, 65, 80, 97, 97E, 100, 131, 143, 145, 166 and 8 (Walk 2 mins from bus stop B14141)
  • Nearest MRT station: HarbourFront MRT (NE1) (Walk 2 mins from Exit C)

3. Shaw Theatres Lido

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Image: Shaw Theatres Lido
  • Address

    350 Orchard Road, 5th/6th Floor Shaw House
    Singapore 238868

  • Phone
  • Website
    www.shaw.sg/sw_cinema.aspx

Shaw Theatres Lido, part of Shaw Organization – the longest cinema chain operator in the island city, is located right at the heart of Orchard. Utilizing latest and state-of-the-art movie technology, this 11-screen cineplex offers moviegoers wonderful movie experience.

MOVIE TICKET PRICES:

  • 2D movies: S$8.50/movie on weekdays, S$12.00/movie on weekends and public holidays
  • 3D movies: S$11.00/movie on weekdays, S$14.00/movie on weekends and public holidays
  • IMAX movies: S$17.00/movie on weekdays, S$22.00/movie on weekends and public holidays
  • There are discounts for students and senior citizens.

MOVIE SHOW TIMES:

  • Weekdays: 10:00 to 21:30
  • Weekends & PHs: 10:00 to 01:00

BOOKING: Have it done online here.

GETTING THERE:

  • Buses: 7, 36, 77, 105, 106, 111, 123, 132, 174, 174E, 502, 502A and NR8 (Walk 1 min from bus stop B09179)
  • Nearest MRT station: Orchard MRT (NS22) (Walk 2 mins from Exit E)

4. The Cathay Cineplex at Dhoby Ghaut

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the-cathay-cineplex
Image: The Cathay Cineplex

Being a part of Cathay Organisation, Cathay Cineplex is a must for those who love to watch movies in DhobyGhaut and Somerset area. All the cinema halls are located on level 5 and 6 of the iconic building The Cathay which also houses The Cathay Gallery showcasing the building history and featuring Cathay Organisation development milestones.

MOVIE TICKET PRICES:

  • S$9.00/movie on weekdays, S$13.00/movie on weekends and public holidays
  • There are discounts for students, senior citizens, and UOB/Amex card holders.

MOVIE SHOW TIMES:

  • Weekdays: 12:00 to 00:00
  • Weekends & PHs: 12:00 to 02:00

BOOKING: Have it done online here.

GETTING THERE:

  • Buses: 64, 65, 139, 587, 590, 598, NR6 and NR7 (Walk 2 mins from bus stop B08058)
  • Nearest MRT Station: Dhoby Ghaut MRT (NS24) (Walk 2 mins from Exit A)

5. Shaw Theatres JCube

Shaw Theatres JCube
Shaw Theatres JCube
Image: Shaw Theatres JCube
  • Address

    2 Jurong East Central 1, #04-11 JCube
    Singapore 609731

  • Phone
  • Website
    www.shaw.sg/sw_cinema.aspx

If you are looking for somewhere to have a relaxed night and see a movie in the West, Shaw Theatres JCube is highly recommended. Opened in 2012 by Shaw Organization, this cineplex has quickly become a favourite place to visit for movie lovers in Jurong district. It has 7 screens including one digital IMAX hall.

MOVIE TICKET PRICES:

  • 2D movies: S$8.50/movie on weekdays, S$12.00/movie on weekends and public holidays
  • 3D movies: S$11.00/movie on weekdays, S$14.00/movie on weekends and public holidays
  • IMAX movies: S$17.00/movie on weekdays, S$22.00/movie on weekends and public holidays
  • There are discounts for students and senior citizens.

MOVIE SHOW TIMES:

  • Weekdays: 10:00 to 21:30
  • Weekends & PHs: 10:00 to 00:00

BOOKING: http://www.shaw.sg/sw_buytickets.aspx

NOTES:

  • It’s cold inside the cinema halls.
  • The walkway is quite narrow.

GETTING THERE:

  • Buses: 66, 178, 198, 335, 542 (Walk 2 mins from bus stop B28259)
  • Nearest MRT station: Jurong East MRT (NS1/EW24) (Walk 3 mins from Exit A)
Written by Gary Ho
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