10 Best Cinema Singapore – Watch Movies in First Class Comfort
Singapore is one of Asia’s most awesome destinations for gold-class cinema halls and epic big-screen experiences.
From the very largest multiplex and IMAX theatre options with the widest screens to historic venues that have been in the business for generations, there are tons of cinemas in Singapore to choose from – but which is best?
The best cinemas should show the latest films, but also offer well-priced movie tickets, a convenient location, comfortable seats, ample legroom, and all cinemas equipped with a splendid view.
Price Range:
Cheap – Movie tickets from $9 (Discounts for Gold Class Express customers)
Address
Golden Village Multiplex Pte Ltd, 3 Temasek Boulevard #03-373, Suntec City Mall, Singapore, 038983
Operating Hours
Monday-Friday: 11:00 am to 10:00 pm
Email Address
support@goldenvillage.com.sg
Contact Us
Phone: +65 6238 7218
Golden Village is the largest multiplex chain in Singapore, offering as many as 14 big screen movie theatres across the Island City. All Golden Village cinemas are awesome destinations for late screenings and romantic dates – and would make a great place to catch the new Tom Holland Spider Man flick – but Golden Village Suntec City takes the cake when it comes to sound quality. Golden Village Suntec City dates back to 1992 and offers film lovers state-of-the-art audios systems, Gold Class Express wine-and-watch experiences and more
Service Highlights
- Barco Auro 11.1 Channel Sound System provides immersive experience
- Modern, luxurious theatres with ample legroom at Golden Village Suntec
- CityPrivate lounge seats available in GEMINI Halls
Customer Reviews
“Great central location… I’ve tried both normal and Gold Class Express seating here”. – Ara Liang
Price Range:
Average – Movie tickets from $13
Address
8 2 Handy Road Levels 5 & 6, The Cathay
Singapore 229233
Operating Hours
Monday-Sunday: 7:00 am to 11:00 pm
Email Address
bookings@cathaycineplexes.com.sg
Contact Us
Phone: +65 6337 8181
Singapore’s famous Grand Cathay Cinema Hall boasts more than 594 stadium-style leather seats, making Cathay Cineplex the go-to cinema for big screen movie experiences. Over the years, the Cathay Cineplexes or “Cathay Organisation” has seen many Cathay Organisation development milestones, from the opening of the original Grand Cathay iconic building back in 1939, right through to its modern-day development into today’s far-reaching Cathay Cineplexes chain.
Service Highlights
- Find Cathay Gallery showcasing all the latest films
- Comfortable seats, cool air conditioning and epic audios systems
- Enjoy watching your film in the Grand Cathay iconic building or at seven other locations
Customer Reviews
“One of the most comfortable cinemas… chairs are slightly inclined, really super comfy”. – Teddyhugs You
Price Range:
Average – Tickets from $15
Address
Golden Village Multiplex Pte Ltd, 3 Temasek Boulevard #03-373, Suntec City Mall, Singapore, 038983
Operating Hours
Monday-Friday: 10:00 am to 10:30 pm
Weekends & Public Holidays: 10:00 am to 01:00 pm
Contact Us
Phone: +65 6235 2077
Shaw Theatres have been operated by the Shaw Organisation in Singapore since 1925. In fact, Shaw Theatres is the longest cinema chain operator in the Island City – with the building history of Shaw Theatres Lido near Orchard Road dating back the farthest. The Shaw Organisation has a glistening reputation and offers much more than just history – it also boasts some of the widest screens and best IMAX theatre experiences in Singapore.
Service Highlights
- Immersive moviegoers wonderful movie experience guaranteed
- Shaw Theatres boasts amazing IMAX screens
- Interesting history, with Shaw Theatres Lido set in a historic building
Customer Reviews
“You have to watch a movie here in IMAX. Comfortable and a classic location”. – Ewan McRidz
Price Range:
Cheap – Tickets from $9.50
Address
9 King Albert Park, #01-58, Singapore 598332
Operating Hours
Sunday-Thursday: 10:00 am to 12:00 am
Friday-Saturday: 10:00am to 3:00 am
Email Address
info@eaglewingscinematics.com.sg
Contact Us
Phone: +65 9848 7777
EagleWings Cinematics has been offering Singaporeans the chance to watch movies in supreme luxury for generations. All the cinema halls at this independent boutique cinema have leather seats, state-of-the-art massage chairs and gorgeous décor – and whether you choose a Silver, Gold or Platinum Hall you’ll still pay a very reasonable price for all these privileges. So, why not watch the new Tom Holland Spider Man movie in comfort?
Service Highlights
- Luxury massage chairs and gourmet four-course meals available
- All the cinema halls at EagleWings Cinematics have leather seats and ample legroom
- EagleWings Cinematics regulars can enjoy free-flowing drinks
Customer Reviews
“The staff are so welcoming and friendly, the sound system of the cinema and etc amenities are high standard!” – Jourdan Kan
Price Range:
Average – Tickets from $13.50
Address
6001 Beach Road, Golden Mile Tower, #05-00, Singapore 199589
Operating Hours
Monday to Friday: 4:00pm to 8:30pm
Saturday and Sunday: 1:00 pm to 8:30pm
Email Address
info@theprojector.sg
Contact Us
Phone: +65 6238 7218
If you’re looking for a unique moviegoing experience at Golden Mile Tower, look no further than The Projector. This trendy art house cinema is the best of all the cinema halls in Singapore for independent, foreign and cult films – and one of the best cinemas in town when it comes to sheer style. Art Deco cinema hall rooms offer ample leg room and a splendid view, while late night showings attract discount prices for students and senior citizens.
Service Highlights
- Classy Art Deco cinema hall in an iconic building
- $10 tickets available to students and senior citizens
- Convenient location options at Golden Mile Tower and Projector X Riverside
Customer Reviews
“One of the best places Singapore has to offer… Good selection of indie and standard movie fare.” – Srawan Kamatala
Price Range:
Cheap – Tickets from $10
Address
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A far cry from behemoth multiplexes offering mainstream popcorn flicks, Filmgarde is an independent cinema specialising in art house and independent film. Filmgarde Cineplex may be a little on the smaller side, but customers still get to enjoy ample legroom, a diverse and varied selection of classic and cult films and sneak peeks of up-and-coming movies.
Service Highlights
- PRIMO Premium Seats available for ultimate comfort
- Filmgarde Cineplex offers discount tickets for students, including popcorn
- Auromax 24.1 Immersive Sound is available
Customer Reviews
“Great movie experience”. – Rosmen R
Price Range:
Average – Tickets from $15
Address
83, Punggol Central, #B2-11, Waterway Point, Singapore 828761
Operating Hours
Sunday-Thursday: 10:00 am to 12:00 Am
Friday & Saturday: 10:00 am to 3:00 am
Email Address
support@goldenvillage.com.sg
Contact Us
Phone: +65 6235 2077
Shaw Theatres Waterway Point may be a tad smaller than its big brother at Shaw Theatres Lido, but what it lacks in size it makes up for with comfort. This is one of the best cinemas in Singapore for ample legroom by far, offering super-comfortable seats and an excellent movie selection.
Service Highlights
- Solid reputation as part of the Shaw Theatres Shaw Organisation group
- Very comfortable seats, IMAX facilities and great sound
- The newest and most comfortable Shaw Theatres cinema in Singapore
Customer Reviews
“Awesome IMAX theatre”. – Anna Louise
Price Range:
Average – Tickets from $15
Address
2, Jurong East Central 1, JCube, #04-11, Singapore 609731
Operating Hours
Monday-Friday: 10:00 am to 10:30 am
Weekends & Public Holidays: 10:00 am to 12:00 am
Contact Us
Phone: +65 6235 2077
Shaw Theatres JCube is yet another epic IMAX theatre operated by the Shaw Organisation that, for our money, is hands down the best cinema in Singapore Jurong East. With many of the best cinemas in the Island City dotted around Downtown, Orchard Road or the Somerset area, it’s great to have an IMAX hub in this area too.
Service Highlights
- IMAX screens with Dolby 7.1 Surround and RealD 3D systems
- Conveniently located near Jurong East MRT Station
- Lots of restaurants and bars nearby
Customer Reviews
“The best experience I had today out of the whole year if going to cinemas”. – Alina Meridian
Price Range:
Cheap – Movie tickets from $9 (Discounts for Gold Class Express customers)
Address
51 Yishun Central 1, Singapore 768794
Operating Hours
Sunday-Thursday: 11:00 am to 10:30 pm
Friday-Saturday: 11:00 am to 12:00 am
Email Address
support@goldenvillage.com.sg
Whether you want a high-end Gold Class Express experience with free-flowing wine, or just a day out with friends to catch the latest blockbuster, Golden Village Yishun is one of the friendliest cinemas in Singapore. Golden Village Yishun may not have the audio credentials of Golden Village Suntec City, but it’s truly hard to beat for customer service and location.
Service Highlights
- Convenient Yishun location
- State-of-the-art auto gate system and cinema-going app
- Regularly rated one of the friendliest cinemas in Singapore
Customer Reviews
“Friendly staff, premises very clean and organized.” – Ida Talib
Price Range:
1 HarbourFront Walk, #02-30 VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Address
Golden Village Multiplex Pte Ltd, 3 Temasek Boulevard #03-373, Suntec City Mall, Singapore, 038983
Operating Hours
Monday-Friday: 11:00 am to 11:00 pm
Weekends & Public Holidays: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Email Address
support@goldenvillage.com.sg
Golden Village VivoCity offers movie worshippers a whopping 22.4-metre wide GMAX screen which comes at a lower cost than IMAX and is a great fit for classic movies. Customers can expect re-runs of vintage Cinemascope and Panavision greats, that can often only be found here at Golden Village, as well as the latest big-budget blockbusters, too.
Service Highlights
- Unique selection of classic movies available
- VivoCity location offers tons of restaurants and leisure activities
- Three Gold Class halls available
Customer Reviews
This is one of my favourite locations because it has GVMAX”. – Ray
How Does Top Brands Rate the Best Movie Theatres?
Here at Top Brands, our mission is to help all Island City residents make better decisions on which products in Singapore are right for them. Every product, service or cinema we review undergoes the same rigorous testing criteria – and we’ll only ever recommend those that have a solid industry reputation, competitive prices, and a secure website.
Conclusion – Which Movie Theatres Are Best for You?
Finding the best cinemas in Singapore to suit you will always mean determining what you want most out of your moviegoing experience first, then comparing the best cinemas options available to you. Just be sure to keep in mind, that:
- Ticket prices can vary between cinemas, with Gold Class and luxury seats attracting higher premiums
- Not all multiplexes will have a location local to your home
- Cinemas equipped with better screens, sound systems, and seating provide the best experiences
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