If you can’t get enough of the regional malls, we’re calling all shopaholics and weekend wanders, for a new shopping paradise launching this August 2026. And if your idea of the perfect weekend involves eating your weight in dim sum, scoring amazing retail deals in Malaysian currency, and soaking in the sights of a different city…we’ve found a fantastic destination for you. A massive new shopping centre, 118 Mall, is opening right at the base of the world’s second tallest building in Kuala Lumpur. The spectacular 1.4 million-square-foot retail and lifestyle mega hub sits directly beneath the jaw-dropping Merdeka 118 Skyscraper and it will soon be the crown jewel of the city’s shopping scene.
118 Mall is set to become the ultimate city lifestyle destination when it officially opens in August. Interestingly, the iconic shopping destination is built upwards rather than sprawling outwards—making it a towering 7-storey architectural marvel which adds to the wow factor. Read on to find out what to expect.
Why is this towering mega mall worth a cross-border trip?
The stacked shopping paradise boasts more than 70% of retail space already snapped up by top-tier brands and features 300 retail outlets, ranging from international flagships to beloved homegrown brands. For instance, fashion lovers can swipe their cards at Coach, Hackett London, Decathlon, Sketchers, and plenty of family-friendly favourites like HappiKiddo and Babyshop.
While this mega mall in Kuala Lumpur is slightly smaller than Singapore’s largest mall VivoCity, it still absolutely dwarfs many of the Lion City’s most popular shopping destinations such as ION Orchard and Suntec City Mall. Plus, it’s the exact same size as the iconic mall at Jewel Changi Airport so there’s more to discover at cheaper prices than home.
Additionally, one major highlight is the iconic department store SOGO118 offering a curated selection of the best Korean, Japanese, and Chinese beauty wellness brands, as well as a delightful new matcha bar.
Meanwhile, 118 Mall is delivering big time on food with an incredible F&B lineup that will have you loosening your belt. Tuck into comforting brunch classics at Kenny Hills Cafe, incredible local coffee brews from ZUS Coffee and Oriental Kopi, and spicy meals at eateries like Serai Premium. Plus, there are delicious halal-certified spots such as Dolly Dim Sum.
Wonderfully, foodies can tuck into everything in one place at the huge Makanizm Food Hall on Level 3. This sprawling 40,000 sq ft dining paradise is dedicated to showcasing the absolute best of Malaysian cuisine.
Beyond shopping and eating, 118 Mall boasts a breathtaking 20,000 sq ft event piazza sitting beneath a gigantic 88-metre diameter glass dome roof on Level 4. Named The Atmosphere, it is designed to flood the mall with natural sunlight by day but turns into a canopy of stars by night. This spaces offers LED screens and it will host the city’s coolest fashion shows, digital art exhibitions, and community events. Plus, this zone offers a view of the dramatic Raincloud which cascades across three levels.
For a massive dose of local culture, you have to check out the Malaysian Artisan District on Level 3. First you must visit the megatall tower’s observation deck before exiting below at a stunning 80,000 sq ft open concept space. It’s entirely dedicated to offering the best of Malaysian heritage in a vibrant marketplace filled with incredible fashion, lifestyle goods, and authentic local flavours.
How to get there
Getting to this epic new shopping destination is an absolute breeze from Singapore. Hop on a quick 1-hour flight from Changi Airport. Once you’re in the city centre, 118 Mall is incredibly connected to local attractions and the rest of Kuala Lumpur. In fact, it is estimated that it will receive 22 million visitors in the first year and you could be one of them.
