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Shopping at Bukit Bintang

From International Brands through Mega Malls to Independent Boutiques to Ethnic Crafts to Market Stalls there is all types of shopping in Bukit Bintang, it just depends where you go and what you want to buy.

Don't miss out the chance to purchase some Royal Selangor pewterware from the store in Pavilion mall, and similarly don't resist the souvenir t-shirts to be found in Chinatown.

But for some unique and unusual think consider some of these choices:

  • Fresh dried spice from the Pasar Baru market
  • High quality wood carvings from the Malaysian Handicrafts Center
  • Buy hand made Batik garments from Central Market
  • Find the latest electronic gadgets in Low Yat Plaza
  • Shop international brands like Guess and Top Shop at Lot 10
  • Visit Isetan, the native Malaysian department store
  • Browse Gucci, Pradam Calvien Klein etc at Starhill Gallery
  • Find Ladies shoes everywhere! Malaysian ladies love their shoes, and it shows in the shops!
  • Have bespoke tailoring done for rapid mans suit making by Chinese Malaysian tailors

And don't forget to check out the other shopping locations of KL!

Luxury and Premium Shopping

Starhill Gallery Luxury Collection - Experience the pinnacle of luxury shopping at Starhill Gallery, where international maisons including Hermès, Cartier, Bulgari, and Prada offer exclusive collections. Personal shopping services, private viewing rooms, and VIP consultations ensure a bespoke luxury experience tailored to discerning clientele.

Royal Selangor Pewterware - Visit the flagship store in Pavilion KL for exquisite Malaysian-crafted pewter pieces, from traditional decorative items to contemporary designer collections. Custom engraving services and limited edition pieces make perfect luxury gifts. Royal Selangor has been crafting premium pewter since 1885, representing Malaysia's finest artisanal heritage.

Bespoke Tailoring Services - Experience world-class custom tailoring from skilled Chinese Malaysian craftsmen who can create perfectly fitted suits, shirts, and formal wear within 24-48 hours. These master tailors, many with decades of experience, offer personalized service including multiple fittings, premium fabric selections, and meticulous hand-finishing details that rival Savile Row standards.

Mitsui Outlet Park BBCC - The newest addition to Bukit Bintang's shopping scene, this premium outlet mall features international brands at discounted prices, Japanese fashion debuts, and the innovative ACG BASE for anime and pop culture merchandise. Open since August 2025, it represents Malaysia's first city-center outlet mall experience. Visit our detailed shopping guide for complete information.

Nyonya cuisine

Also called Peranakan this term refers to a unique fusion of different cultures which has occurred in Malaysia when it comes to preparing and eating food. The main ingredients have been the Chinese styles of cooking, but using spices and condiments from the Malay tradition. When combined with the other influences that are so broad in Malaysia this has built up a distinctive style all of its own.

The world famous laksa dish, which combines noodles with a spicy soup and many interesting small additions, is perhaps the best and most travelled of the Nyonya style of food.

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