Indonesia is home to many of the largest and most famous shopping centers in Southeast Asia. The biggest malls in Indonesia are not just places for shopping, but also must-visit destinations for entertainment, culinary experiences, and lifestyle activities. This list summarizes the 10 largest malls in Indonesia, along with information on their size and unique features.

Here is the list of the largest malls in Indonesia by area size:

• Pakuwon Mall, Surabaya (200,000 m²)
• Tunjungan Plaza, Surabaya (175,000 m²)
• Summarecon Mall Kelapa Gading, Jakarta (150,000 m²)
• Grand Indonesia, Jakarta (141,472 m²)
• Mall Taman Anggrek, Jakarta (130,000 m²)
• Pacific Place, Jakarta (130,000 m²)
• Pondok Indah Mall, Jakarta (126,000 m²)
• Central Park Mall, Jakarta (120,000 m²)
• Living World Denpasar, Bali (120,000 m²)
• Discovery Shopping Mall (80,000 m²)

What is the list of the 10 largest and most famous malls in Indonesia?

1. Pakuwon Mall, Surabaya

Pakuwon Mall Surabaya is the largest mall in Indonesia with a one-stop family destination concept. It is famous for its complete family entertainment facilities and the largest food court in Surabaya. Anchor tenants include Ace Hardware, Electronic City, and Hypermart. The mall is also known for frequently hosting national-scale music and fashion events, making it the lifestyle center of West Surabaya.

2. Tunjungan Plaza, Surabaya

Tunjungan Plaza is a legendary and famous Indonesian mall that has been an icon of Surabaya since 1986. The mall is known for its classic architecture that blends modern and traditional East Javanese elements. Interesting fact: Tunjungan Plaza was once the filming location for several Indonesian movies and has become a historical landmark of Surabaya city.

3. Summarecon Mall Kelapa Gading, Jakarta

Summarecon Mall Kelapa Gading (MKG) is the third-largest and famous mall in Indonesia, known for its integrated lifestyle destination concept. It is recognized as the oldest mall in North Jakarta, having undergone three major renovations and is integrated with La Piazza, Gading Food City, and Hotel Harris. Top tenants include large department stores, international fashion brands, and the most complete food court. MKG has the first ice skating rink in North Jakarta, a special area for dog owners (Paws), and frequently holds the Jakarta Fashion and Food Festival with the support of the Jakarta Provincial Government.

4. Grand Indonesia, Jakarta

Grand Indonesia is a famous Indonesian mall in the heart of Jakarta, known for its spectacular Dancing Fountain show and the most complete collection of luxury brands. Consisting of East Mall and West Mall connected by a skybridge, the mall is integrated with Menara BCA and Hotel Indonesia Kempinski. Top tenants include Seibu Department Store, Central Department Store, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and CGV Cinema. The mall has been listed in Forbes as one of the best malls in Jakarta, features Galeri Indonesia Kaya with AR technology, and often becomes the venue for international fashion weeks and luxury brand product launches.

5. Taman Anggrek Mall, Jakarta

Mall Taman Anggrek is one of the largest malls in Indonesia, featuring the biggest Sky Rink ice skating in Indonesia. The mall is famous for its LED facade, which holds a Guinness World Record for the world's largest LED screen. Top tenants include Hypermart, Ace Hardware, XXI Cinema, and various international fashion brands. Interesting fact: The Sky Rink is the official training venue for national figure skating athletes, frequently hosts international ice shows, and has been the location for winter-themed advertisements and films set in luxurious malls.

6. Pacific Place, Jakarta

Pacific Place is a famous Indonesian mall that serves as a premium lifestyle destination in the SCBD area with a super-block concept integrated with The Ritz-Carlton. The mall is known as a gathering place for expatriates and professionals, offering a complete collection of luxury brands. Top tenants include Louis Vuitton, Prada, Hard Rock Cafe, Galeries Lafayette, and Kidzania Jakarta. Interesting fact: It houses the first Kidzania in Southeast Asia, is integrated with The Ritz-Carlton Pacific Place, was recognized by Forbes as one of the best malls in Jakarta (2017), and often hosts exclusive events and art installations for corporate executives in the Sudirman area.

7. Pondok Indah Mall, Jakarta

Pondok Indah Mall (PIM) is a mall in South Jakarta known as a family mall with three connected buildings (PIM 1, 2, 3). The mall is a favorite destination for families in South Jakarta with its one-stop shopping concept. Top tenants include Matahari Department Store, international fashion brands, Cinema XXI, and various family entertainment options. This mall is one of the oldest in South Jakarta that continues to develop, is located in the elite Pondok Indah residential area, and often hosts family events and children's festivals that attract thousands of visitors every weekend.

8. Central Park Mall, Jakarta

Central Park Mall is one of the famous Indonesian malls with an innovative "mall in the park" concept, which won the Green Building award from GBCI. The mall is famous for its 2,000 m² rooftop garden and eco-friendly concept. Top tenants include Zara, H&M, SOGO Department Store, CGV Cinema, and various premium dining options. The mall won the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2011, is a pioneer mixed-use development in Indonesia with the integration of a mall-hotel-apartment-office, and has a sky bridge connecting the entire superblock complex within one area.

9. Living World Denpasar

Living World Denpasar is the newest and most magnificent largest mall in Bali! This mall is famous for its eco-friendly concept and a design that blends modern Balinese culture. Its superior tenants include Uniqlo, H&M, and various international brands. What makes it special is that the mall has a rooftop garden for 500 people for events and an amphitheater with charming local cultural performances!

10. Discovery Shopping Mall Kuta

Discovery Shopping Mall is a famous mall in Bali because of its very strategic location on Kuta Beach! The mall is famous for sports brands like Nike, Puma, and Sketchers, plus a food court with an excellent Hawaiian Bistro. Fun fact: the mall has direct beach access and an outdoor amphitheater that is often used for culinary festivals and live music performances!

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Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What determines the size of the largest mall?‍

It is determined by the size of the building and the number of tenants & facilities. Big = complete.

2. Where is the largest mall in Indonesia located?‍

Not only in Jakarta—Pakuwon Mall Surabaya is often the champion.

3. Why do people like big malls?‍

Because they are very complete. Whether you want to eat, shop, watch movies, or hang out—everything is in one place.

4. Are all the largest malls in Java?‍

Mostly yes, but other cities also have them.

5. When is the safest time to avoid crowds?‍

Weekdays or early mornings. Weekends are definitely busy.

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