Ciputra World

Ciputra World mall, adjacent to its namesake hotel, is currently one of city's favorite destinations for brand-name shopping. Well-known international brands of the upmarket sector can be found here in abundance. The top-floor food court offers a variety of dining options.

• Web:

  www.ciputraworldsurabaya.com/mall/

• Address:

  87 Jl. Mayjen Sungkono, Surabaya

• Phone:

  +62 31 5632828

Galaxy Mall

A large, clean, polished shopping center, Galaxy Mall is home to a large variety of mid-range stores and boutiques, with many international brands well-represented. This one boasts a large number of affordable eateries (check out the Food Galaxy Food Court) and a Cineplex.

• Address:

  37 Jl. Dharmahusada Indah Timur, Surabaya

• Phone:

  +62 31 593 7100

Mirota Batik

A one-stop location for all your souvenir needs, Mirota Batik is rather inconspicuous from the outside but opens up into a spacious store selling all manner of Indonesian specialty items such as batik, traditional clothing, wood carvings, and various souvenirs.

• Address:

  24 Jl. Sulawesi, Surabaya

• Phone:

  +62 031 5018110

Pasar Ampel

When in the Arab Quarter, do not miss the authentic local bazaar selling all manner of Middle Eastern items - from delicious sweet dates to perfumes to religious paraphernalia. The market's location next to the Ampel Mosque makes it impossible to overlook.

• Address:

  Arab Quarter, Surabaya

Pasar Genteng

One of Surabaya's many markets, Pasar Genteng is, perhaps, less hectic than its many cousins sprawling around the city. The main attraction here are the exotic local snacks - many come pre-packaged and make for perfect souvenirs and gifts to bring home.

• Address:

  Jl. Genteng Besar, Surbaya

Pasar Pabean

An indoor market linking the Arab Quarter and Chinatown, Pasar Pabean is a bustling mix of vendor's stalls enveloped in the scent of fresh seafood. Fish, crabs, clams and other marine creatures are in abundance, along with various kinds of produce and knick-knacks.

• Address:

  Jalan Songoyudan, Surabaya