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8 Best Shopping Malls In Johor Bahru For All Your Shopping Needs

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Cheng Sim •  Jan 19, 2024

Situated in the south of peninsular Malaysia, there are many reasons why you should plan a road trip to Johor Bahru. With many exciting things to do and halal eateries, the capital city of Johor is also famous for its bustling shopping scene! If you're planning to shop in Johor when the time is right, scroll down for the best shopping malls in Johor Bahru! There are also great attractions in malls for your kids to play or visit for an R&R day trip!

P.S. Before planning your future holiday to Johor, this is the only guide to JB you'll ever need!

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8 Best Shopping Malls In Johor Bahru

For all-in-one Malls

We all know how important it is to let your kids tire themselves out before a long journey home. These malls have attractions that your kids will love where they can try new things and run around!

1. Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru

Starting our list is Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru. Featuring more than 8 floors of retail shops and restaurants, you can shop for a new pair of Adidas sneakers, upgrade your wardrobe at Cotton On, and cool down with a refreshing drink from Boost Juice Bars - all within a day!

For young families:

there is a huge ice rink that you and your kids can learn to skate on! The Blue Ice Skating Rink (Level 3) lets you rent out skates and the ice skating trainers as well if it's your first time! Stars Archery (Level 3) calls Paradigm Mall its home, with recurve bows available for you to try! You can now be Katniss Everdeen or Hawkeye in the comfort of an air-conditioned arena. In terms of Indoor Playgrounds, there are a ton such as Kidzoona, KB Fun (Level 2), or Junior F1 (Level 4)!

Other activities:

If you're coming with older kids, friends, or just want to enjoy the day. There is cinema, Golden Screen Cinemas (Level 7), where you can catch up on the latest movies, as well as showings of Malaysian-made movies! Or, sing your heart out at the mini Singcube Karaoke (Level 2) booths!

Rest and Relaxation:

If you're looking to get your hair or nails done, Level 3 of Paradigm Mall has a bunch of nail and hair saloons that can have a range of services such as manicures, pedicures, rebond... If you want it, they'll have it! On the same level, there are also massage parlors, with some specialising in Thai massages.

There is also a supermarket where you can get your daily groceries if need be!

Address: Jalan Bertingkat Skudai, Taman Bukit Mewah, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor

Opening hours: Mon-Sun (10AM - 10PM)

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For Hari Raya Prep

Raya prep is hectic and expensive. Heading to JB has been a staple in many people's preparation work. We've noted down some malls you can visit while you're at it!

1. Angsana Johor Bahru Mall

Crossing off your shopping list at Angsana Johor Bahru Mall is one of the best things to do in JB! Just a 15-minute drive from the city centre, it has over 240 retail outlets including local boutiques like Butik Maharani, Busana Jamilah, and Danial Haikal Collection. You can get some good quality Hari Raya clothing for a reasonable price here!

Additionally, the shophouses nearby have well-known brands such as Jakel! There are also street food vendors selling potato twists or even nasi kandar.

During Ramadan, there is a huge bazaar that happens in the parking lot opposite Angsana. They usually have a large variety of food and beverages that you can grab before breaking your fast. The bazaar is also filled with huge quantities of Hari Raya cookies which are both of the modern and traditional varieties. If you're looking for fabric to make or tailor your own Hari Raya clothes, there's some here too!

Address: L3-31A Level 3, Angsana Johor Bahru Mall, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor

Opening hours: Mon-Sun (10AM - 10PM)

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For R&R

We all need some R&R after working hard for months. These malls have a ton of pampering stores where you can indulge in a little bit of that self-care you've been missing.

KSL City Mall

KSL is a main staple for many Singaporeans who are vacationing in Johor Bahru. The number of hair salons and nail parlors are plenty with similar prices that are value-for-money. You can get your hair bleached or re-dyed for as low as half the cost back home. Besides the rest and relaxation, KSL Hotel is situated above the mall, where you can book a room to relax in after getting yourself pampered. Or if you're a guest at the hotel, opt for their spa and massage packages too. There's a nearby K-fry that can satiate your needs or if you would like to indulge yourself after the much needed self-care.

Address: 33, Jalan Seladang, Taman Abad, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

Opening hours: Mon-Sun (10AM - 10PM)

For Shopping

What's a trip to JB without a little shopping? From clothes to shoes, and even furniture. These shopping malls have it all! (Psst.. you can even do some grocery shopping in some of them!).

1. Toppen Shopping Centre

When it comes to shopping in Johor Bahru, you can't miss a visit to Toppen Shopping Centre. Sprawled with fashion, home and living, as well as grocery stores, this shopping mall also offers discounts for Toppen App member, so remember to maximise your ringgit with it!

Another draw of the place is the IKEA that is found within the premises. Their prices are comparable to Singapore's, albeit a little cheaper sometimes. One of the best parts is being able to eat at the Ikea Cafe there! Grab some pastries or order some dishes to fill your stomachs up. Or, grab a curry puff from their Snack Store which (in my opinion) is one of the best!

Address: No. 33A, Jln Harmonium, Taman Desa Tebrau, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor

Opening hours: Mon-Sun (10AM - 10PM)

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2. The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey

If you're looking for a shopping center in Johor Bahru that has everything from clothing stores to gadgets, The Mall at Mid Valley Southkey might be the one for you. It's easy to be overwhelmed by the number of stores in this JB shopping mall, but there are a few notable stores that are worth checking out such as Naelofar Concept Store, Jo Malone London, and a LEGO-certified store.

In addition to that, there are specialty stores that sell figurines and musical instruments. There are also accessory shops with adorable clips and rings that can be found in South Korea.

Address: 1, Persiaran Southkey 1, Southkey, 80150 Johor Bahru, Johor

Opening hours: Mon-Sun (10AM - 10PM)

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3. Komtar JBCC

For more shopping malls in Johor Bahru, don't forget to swing by KOMTAR JBCC. Besides shopping for new shoes at Skechers and Charles & Keith, you can also revamp your wardrobe at Padini Concept Store, Brands Outlet, and F.O.S.

Address: KOMTAR JBCC, City Centre, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor

Opening hours: Mon-Sun (11AM - 6PM)

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4. Johor Bahru City Square

With such close proximity to the causeway, this mall is a great place to stop by to refuel before your trip. Stop by for lunch or dinner and enjoy anywhere between Burger King and Chatime. There are also clothing stores like UNIQLO and H&M as well as bookstores and gadget shops to explore.

Address: 106, 108, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor

Opening hours: Mon-Sun (10AM - 10PM)

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5. Aeon Tebrau

This huge shopping centre has everything from their two-storey flagship outlet store to a huge supermarket. you can buy brands such as Lush and The Body Shop. If you're looking for pet stuff, there is a huge pet store on the top floor that you can peruse. They have a huge stock of cat products as well as other critters. There's also an eatery dedicated to all things chocolate that you can dine in at! There are a lot of other great restaurants that you can eat at such as the Du Bu Yo, Garret's Popcorn, Dolly Dim Sum and more!

Address: S15 level 2, Centre Court, Aeon Tebrau City Shopping Centre, Persiaran Desa Tebrau, Taman Desa Tebrau, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor

Opening hours: Mon-Sun (10AM - 10PM)

Perfect for your future shopping trip, don't forget to visit some of the best shopping malls in Johor Bahru. To maximise your road trip, check out more things to do and places to stay in Johor Bahru!