China Square Central

China Square Central

China Square Central
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Not just for commercial dealings, the Central Business District is also home to some cheap shopping and bargain hunting – the China Square flea market is usually held on weekends, and has over 50 vendors peddling a huge range of collectibles and antiques.
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The area

Address
Neighborhood: Outram
How to get there
  • Telok Ayer • 3 min walk
  • Raffles Place • 6 min walk
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4.0
4.0 of 5 bubbles58 reviews
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Ashok_Kumar_Singh
Surabaya, Indonesia346 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2015
Big small. All the stores are dealing with the Chinese products. You can get many varieties of Chinese products at reasonable rate.
Written August 13, 2015
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Marmetat62
Perth, Australia35 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2016 • Couples
We made two visits to the markets, there were clothing & manchester stalls with a good range and great value for money.
Stall holders were friendly but not pushy and language was no problem.
After shopping we were able to relax with a meal, and watch the world go by. Another wonderful expierience
Written August 20, 2016
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BlueEyesVagabond
Shanghai, China93 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2016
Came here to search for some vintage toys I collect (Masters of Universe from the '80ies) and found a heaven for action figures (new or 2nd hand one) and vintage toys in general. Very good also for souvenirs and to hunt some old stuff.
Written January 3, 2016
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Retrostud
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2019 • Friends
There is not information or announcement pertaining to it. So disappointed to find out myself when I go down personally to confront a building which is all closed for renovations.
Written October 13, 2019
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Satria Wei
Surabaya, Indonesia33 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2014 • Friends
This place had been turn my judgement up side down about this area. I was reluctant to come and visit this place, most of the time when I travel to Singapore. My last trip becoming the new beginning. Even though I was coming to that area during raining time, I found out the flea market becoming more interesting to visit and window shopping, but the culinary area was the most excitement area to visit and dine! With new refurbish area, new food display and cover from rain.
Written December 12, 2014
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Roy Ainsworth
Sydney, Australia26 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2015 • Couples
bargans galore at china town dont buy up town same items available in china town for up to 60% or more cheaper.
stay at hotel 81 chinatown to get the real feel cheap but not nasty
book early the tri bikes with stero blasting flashing lights bookings are made at bouis street
very popular booked out weeks in advance
eat of street stalls with confidence most have certificates from the authority of health
there is a great street resturant for sea food forgot the name you cannot miss it just see all the westerers seating there
Written October 29, 2015
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fananda
Jakarta, Indonesia294 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2013 • Family
Since we are arriving to Singapore at Sunday, then this place should be well in my itinerary

the Flea market is held only on weekends (sunday i think) from 9 til 4/5 pm
occupies the aisles of the building from 1st to 2nd floor.
Easiest way to get here is by bus (by MRT from chinatown, you will have to walk further for 10 minutes)

Lots of collectibles here, most are toys, there are also some crafts and clothings, few vintage stuffs non-toy related also sold here

for collectors, be sure to bring LOTS of cash
Written April 1, 2013
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Richard v
George, South Africa17 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2019 • Family
Had a great time at the China market. Great prices and incredible food. Helpful staff with very clean and modern stalls.
Written May 4, 2019
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Steve N
Southampton, UK38 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2018 • Business
I bought some dressing gowns for around 10 Singapore dollars. There was a lot of choice and some cheap souvenirs. There were some great temples to look at close by - free to enter - you need to leave your shoes outside. Taxis are very cheap in Singapore so it is very easy to get around.
Written May 26, 2018
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CorneliusfudgeGM
Stockport, UK1,502 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2017 • Friends
It is certainly colourful with stall after stall of Chinese made goods. If you want to take back home a little something that will cost you a few dollars then have a look here. For us it was a walk through experience.
Written March 19, 2017
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