Waterway Point
North East
Waterway Point is a major suburban shopping mall located in the heart of Punggol New Town, Singapore, adjacent to the Punggol MRT/LRT station. Developed as part of the integrated Watertown waterfront residential and retail complex, it stands out as the first mall in Singapore to incorporate a town square and visitors’ centre, offering residents and visitors cultural exhibitions and community events that highlight Punggol's heritage. Officially opened in April 2016 after a soft launch in January, the mall features a unique layout divided into East and West Wings connected by a 24-hour walkway called The Boardwalk, which links the mall to Punggol Waterway Park and public transit. With over 370,000 square feet of retail space across four levels, Waterway Point offers a diverse tenant mix including dining, fashion, entertainment, education centres, banks, and clinics. It houses Singapore’s largest suburban basement cinema and various themed indoor and outdoor spaces for exhibitions and recreational activities. The mall also includes family-friendly amenities such as dry and wet playgrounds and a gender-segregated musalla for Muslim prayer. Its direct connectivity to public transport and proximity to the scenic waterway make it a convenient and attractive destination for both shopping and community engagement.
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Tip: Visitors are advised to explore Waterway Point during weekends or public holidays to experience the vibrant community events and exhibitions held at the town square and themed spaces. Purchasing tickets for the cinema in advance is recommended due to its popularity. The mall offers a 24-hour supermarket and a variety of dining options, making it convenient for different schedules. Accessibility is excellent via Punggol MRT/LRT station and bus interchange, and families will appreciate the playgrounds and educational centres available onsite.
Interesting facts
- •Waterway Point is the first mall in Singapore integrated with a town square and visitors’ centre focused on local heritage.
- •It houses the largest suburban basement cinema in Singapore.
- •The mall features a 24-hour walkway called The Boardwalk connecting it to Punggol Waterway Park and public transit.
- •It includes both dry and wet playgrounds for children within the mall premises.
- •A gender-segregated musalla for Muslim prayer is available in the second basement, furnished with prayer mats.
History
Waterway Point was announced in October 2011 as part of the S$1.6 billion Watertown development by Frasers Centerpoint Limited, jointly developed with Far East Organization and Sekisui House.
Constructed on a previously empty plot beside Punggol Waterway and the MRT station, the mall opened officially in April 2016.
Since its opening, it has evolved with tenant changes such as the relocation of Toys R Us in 2022 and replacement of Times Bookstore by Timezone in 2024, reflecting its dynamic retail environment.
The mall's design and integration with community spaces marked a new approach to suburban mall development in Singapore.
Place Guide
The Boardwalk
A 24-hour walkway that connects the East and West Wings of Waterway Point, linking the mall to Punggol Waterway Park and the Punggol MRT/LRT station. It features sculptures and scenic views of the waterway, serving as a community promenade.
Town Square and Visitors’ Centre2016
An open public space within the mall dedicated to exhibitions, civic events, and community activities that educate visitors about the heritage of Punggol. It is the first of its kind integrated within a Singaporean suburban mall.
Shaw Theatres IMAX
The largest suburban basement cinema in Singapore located within Waterway Point, offering a premium movie-going experience with IMAX technology.
Children’s Playgrounds
Indoor dry and wet playgrounds located on the second floor designed to provide recreational spaces for children, enhancing family-friendly amenities within the mall.
Musalla (Muslim Prayer Space)
A small, gender-segregated prayer room located in the second basement, furnished with prayer mats to accommodate Muslim visitors.
Contact
Phone: 6812 7300
