{"id":1378,"date":"2019-03-11T11:30:40","date_gmt":"2019-03-11T03:30:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sabahtravelguide.com\/eng\/?p=1378"},"modified":"2023-05-08T18:24:29","modified_gmt":"2023-05-08T10:24:29","slug":"shopping-in-sabah","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sabahtravelguide.com\/eng\/2019\/03\/11\/shopping-in-sabah\/","title":{"rendered":"SHOPPING IN SABAH"},"content":{"rendered":"

MAIN SHOPPING MALLS<\/h2>\n

The main shopping centres in Sabah are located in Kota Kinabalu (KK) City. Most shopping centres offer a variety of different retail outlets, whereby each shopping centre has its own uniqueness. You will be astonished at the wide choice offered! You can find almost anything you could possibly need, from souvenirs and antiques, books to camping equipment, designer clothes, electronic goods and computers, and fresh foods. In shopping malls, you also find pharmacies, food courts, one-stop photo labs and moneychangers, recreational facilities, hairdressers and centres for therapeutic massages as well as foot reflexology.<\/p>\n

In other major towns in Sabah (Sandakan, Tawau, Keningau, Kudat) you will find smaller malls that caters mainly to the local population and you might not find the same variety as in Kota Kinabalu. However, you will always find everything should you suddenly run out of films, batteries, food provisions and mineral water and even basic medical supplies.<\/p>\n

In the city area itself, there are a few shopping malls scattered within the city limits whereas the largest shopping mall in KK is about 15 minutes away from the city centre. Below is a list of the few major shopping malls, bookstores and outdoor shops found in KK.<\/p>\n

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Imago Mall Kota Kinabalu City<\/p><\/div>\n

IMAGO MALL\u00a0 @ KKCITY<\/h2>\n

Imago Shopping Mall is a non-stratified, lease-only shopping mall located in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. With approximately 800,000sqf of premium net retail space, well-planned circulation, controlled trade, and tenant mix. We are regarded as one of the most prestigious shopping malls in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, and among the most renowned in the whole of Entire East Malaysia.<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The Imago shopping mall retails mainly focus on mid-market retails shop that close to the people hearts. You cant go wrong been here, while searching for everyday goods to exclusive watches and textile that match your international appeal or just immerse into locals\u00a0 souvenir and foods.\u00a0 searching for bookstore, accessories, fashion boutique, Cinema, Electronics Gadget-JDI, I-phone, Telco services, Jewelry.\u00a0 The above are condominiums and loft stay cater for residents and tourist, wide Garden and swimming pool awaits you. Located\u00a0 on Sembulan Coastal road<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 10 am – 9:45 pm<\/p>\n

Location on lastest Free Stg Map\u00a0 at C9-10<\/p>\n

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CENTRE POINT<\/h2>\n

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High traffic with a very large variety of interests including cinemas and bowling. Located next to Warisan Square commercial centre.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 10am – 9pm
\n1 Jalan Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu
\nPhone: 088-246900
\nLocation: C7 on the latest Free STG Traveller’s Map<\/p>\n

WISMA SABAH<\/h2>\n

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A major mall for all tourism offices can be found here. Located within walking distance from banks and the Jesselton Point Jetty itself.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 10am – 8pm
\nJalan Haji Saman, 88000 Kota Kinabalu
\nPhone: 088-213686
\nLocation: C3 on the latest Free STG Traveller’s Map<\/p>\n

WISMA MERDEKA<\/h2>\n

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One of the earliest malls to open in Sabah and house several prominent offices. Best known for its money changer hubs. Closes early.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 10am – 8pm
\nJalan Haji Saman, 88000 Kota Kinabalu
\nPhone: 088-232761
\nLocation: C3 on the latest Free STG Traveller’s Map<\/p>\n

1BORNEO<\/h2>\n

1Borneo Hypermall also kn<\/p>\n

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own as 1Borneo is the largest shopping complex in East Malaysia. 1Borneo Hypermall is situated in an area which is the fastest growing sector in Sabah. It’s just 7 km away from Kota Kinabalu City and about 13 km away from Kota Kinabalu International Airport.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 9am – 9pm
\n1Borneo Hypermall, Jln Sulaman, 88400 Kota Kinabalu
\nPhone: 088-448000
\nLocation: J2 on the Free STG Traveller’s Map<\/p>\n

KARAMUNSING COMPLEX<\/h2>\n

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The largest and central HUB for IT and electronic consumer products in Sabah. A small imitation of KL’s LOW YAT.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 10am – 9pm
\nKaramunsing Complex, 88300 Kota Kinabalu
\nPhone: 088-268751
\nLocation: E8-E9 on the Free STG Traveller’s Map<\/p>\n

WAWASAN PLAZA<\/h2>\n

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Exclusive Handicraft centre and a prominent Outdoor Gear on first floor. High traffic due to location next to central Local Public Transport Hub.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 10am – 9pm
\nCoastal Highway, 88300 Kota Kinabalu
\nPhone: 088-231773
\nLocation: C10 on the Free STG Traveller’s Map<\/p>\n

KK PLAZA<\/h2>\n

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A relatively small mall located within glancing distance of the fame Filipino Market, Wet Market. Linked to the longest pedestrian bridge in the city.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 10am – 9pm
\nKK Plaza, Jln Lapan Belas, 88000 Kota Kinabalu
\nPhone: 088-221979
\nLocation: C5 on the Free STG Traveller’s Map<\/p>\n

WARISAN SQUARE<\/h2>\n

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Walking distance and a stone throw’s away (behind) Centre Point. Posh brand products, Spas, Fine dining. Has 2 hotels and trendy, seaview offices.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 9am – 9pm
\nWarisan Square, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, 88000 Kota Kinabalu
\nPhone: 088-447871
\nLocation: C7 on the Free STG Traveller’s Map<\/p>\n

CITY MALL<\/h2>\n

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Located off the outskirt of city limits but this is an active and populous mall catering to mainly local residence who resides nearby.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm
\nJalan Lintas, 88300 Kota Kinabalu
\nPhone: 088-484408, 484409
\nLocation: K3 on the Free STG Traveller’s Map<\/p>\n

ASIA CITY COMPLEX \/ KAC<\/h2>\n

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There’s a prominent seafood restaurant, arts & crafts stalls, foreign language schools and restaurants, hotels and an event centre.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm
\nJalan Asia City, 88000 Kota Kinabalu
\nPhone: 088-447784
\nLocation: D7 on the Free STG Traveller’s Map<\/p>\n

LIKAS SQUARE<\/h2>\n

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More of a service apartments with shops mainly catered for it’s local residence. Hard to reach by public transport. Located near the Likas Stadium.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 10am – 6pm
\n1 Lorong Likas Square, Jalan Istiadat Likas, 88400
\nPhone: 088-252233
\nLocation: J2 on the Free STG Traveller’s Map<\/p>\n

SURIA SABAH<\/h2>\n

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Located within walking distance from Wisma Sabah, Jesselton Point, banking sectors. More known for its parking abundance and cineplexes.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm
\nSuria Sabah, Jalan Haji Saman, Kota Kinabalu
\nPhone: 088-288800
\nLocation: C2 on the Free STG Traveller’s Map<\/p>\n

MEGALONG<\/h2>\n

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Located in Donggongon, 20 minutes drive from airports and city area. It’s at 380 meter long. Active and has a cineplex and wide variety of shops.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 10am – 8pm
\nJalan Taipakkung Donggongon, 89500 Penampang
\nPhone: 088-??????
\nLocation: Not on the Free STG Traveller’s Map<\/p>\n

EASTERN PLAZA<\/h2>\n

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Located in Tawau town area. Name EASTERN because Tawau is the town at the most eastern end of Malaysia.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours: 10am – 8pm
\nBlock G 396\/399, Bandar Sabindo 91010 Tawau
\nPhone: 089-771149
\nLocation: Not on the Free STG Traveller’s Map (Above TG1)<\/p>\n

TAMU<\/h2>\n

For centuries, traders from all around came to the tamu to sell their wares or to barter with other traders for items that they need. As time passed, it has become a meeting place as well as a place for local traders to sell their products till today. It is mostly held in the outskirt towns in districts such as Donggongon, Kota Belud, Papar and Tamparuli. Besides being a great place to meet the locals, you are able as well as to get some market goodies, produced locally by them. This is also a place for you to put your bargaining skills to the test upon purchasing goods from the locals. The tamu is also a place where you are able to experience different sights, sounds and even smells from the wares for sale.<\/p>\n

The Tamu Besar, held annually, usually in the month of October is the biggest traditional open-air market found in Sabah and held at the Kota Belud district. The main highlights of this special event are the Bajau Horsemen on horseback (or fondly known as the Cowboys of the East) parade, the water buffalo race and the Ratu Serempak beauty pageant.<\/p>\n

NIGHT MARKET<\/h2>\n

Starting around 6pm onwards, the night market stalls will be up and running. Situated within the city limits, one can find handmade jewellery, clothes, cheap sunglasses, clothes, shoes and other household goods and much more. There are night markets available are the ones being in Kg. Air, Segama and another just beside Le Meridien Hotel. The market in Segama sells goods such as imported and local fresh fruits with several stalls selling Sabah’s street food.<\/p>\n

SUNDAY GAYA STREET MARKET<\/h2>\n

Located in the centre of KK’s business district, Gaya Street was originally named Bond Street. Gaya Street Sunday Market has automatically become a signature weekend event ever since it’s inception in the early 90’s. The entire Gaya Street will be closed off to traffic to make way for the Sunday market. Here, one can find food and fruits, pets, handicrafts, potted plants and almost about anything. This is the best place for tourists to walk around to experience the local atmosphere where families come together for an enjoyable Sunday family outing. Every Sunday from 6.30 am to 1.00 pm<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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