How many times have you heard your eastie friends boast, “east side, best side”?
Agree or not, they might be onto something – from lazy beach days at East Coast Park to exploring the vibrant streets of Katong to indulging in retail therapy at the various malls and shophouses, there is something undeniably special about that corner of Singapore.
And now, getting there is a breeze.
On 23 June, the Thomson-East Coast Line Stage 4 (TEL4) officially launched, with seven new stations making it easier than ever to explore the East Coast area.
To celebrate the grand opening of the Marine Parade MRT station right at its doorstep, Parkway Parade is rolling out loads of exciting deals. Keep reading for all the juicy deets.
On 21 June, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) held a Public Preview, where commuters could enjoy free rides along the seven TEL4 stations from 12pm to 9pm.
This presented the perfect opportunity to drop by Marine Parade MRT Station.
Image courtesy of LTA
Once you exit the station, you’re just steps away from Parkway Parade, all ready to give visitors a warm welcome.
Don’t worry if you missed the free rides because the excitement doesn’t end there.
Parkway Parade is home to a wide selection of stores to cater to every need.
In April, the largest MUJI outlet in the east opened its doors on the mall’s basement level.
Source: MUJI
Spanning a whopping 1,700 sqm, it’s where you can drop by to pick up anything from clothing to household goods to snacks.
And speaking of snacks, foodies certainly aren’t forgotten.
Parkway Parade is also home to the largest TANYU outlet in Singapore, so if you’re craving some Chinese-style grilled fish, you know where to go.
The Marine Parade MRT station isn’t the only exciting new addition to the area.
There are also 10 new stores that have just opened at Parkway Parade, so buckle up and let’s dive into them.
If you’re in the mood for pastries, 50 Years Taste of Tradition has freshly baked traditional Hainanese bread, tarts, cupcakes, and more to satisfy your cravings. Yum.
Following the successful launch of its first outlet in the Civic District, modern Peranakan restaurant Godmama is now serving easties with its second branch on the first level of Parkway Parade.
Image courtesy of Godmama
And for dessert, there’s gelato from Italy’s Venchi and cream puffs from Japan’s Beard Papa’s.
Image courtesy of Venchi
To all sports buffs and tech enthusiasts, ASICS and the XiaoMi Store are your new go-to spots for the latest gear. Meanwhile, gents can step up their grooming game at Clippers Barber with a fresh haircut or beard trim.
Image courtesy of ASICS
Besides these, Zhang Liang Mala Tang, RedMan, and Dian Xiao Er have just started serving customers as well.
To find out where these stores are located and more, check out Parkway Parade’s directory.
After faithfully serving residents in the East Coast area, Parkway Parade is finally ready to host even more visitors from all corners of Singapore with the opening of the Marine Parade MRT station.
With such a wide variety of stores, restaurants, and activities, there’s something for everyone, so grab your loved ones and head down to have fun and make memories together.
And here’s how you can get there:
Parkway Parade
Address: 80 Marine Parade Road, Singapore 449269
Mall opening hours: 10am – 10pm daily (individual store opening hours vary)
Nearest MRT station: Marine Parade
For more information, visit Parkway Parade’s website and follow its Facebook and Instagram accounts for all the latest updates.
Who knows? Perhaps you’ll be convinced that the east side truly is the best side.
This article was brought to you in collaboration with Parkway Parade.
Featured image courtesy of LTA and by MS News. Photography by Shawn Low.
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