Tampines Plaza | Retail, Medical & Education Hub
Tampines Plaza is one of the most well-established commercial addresses in the heart of Tampines Central, serving residents, families, professionals, and visitors from across the eastern part of Singapore. Located at 5 Tampines Central 1, the building sits within one of Singapore’s most active regional centres, surrounded by Tampines Mall, Century Square, Tampines One, and Our Tampines Hub, making it an extremely convenient destination for a wide range of essential services.
Whether you are visiting for a dental appointment at Luminous Dental Clinic, dropping your child off at Learning Kidz Academy, attending a professional development course at NTUC LearningHub, or simply looking for office space in a well-connected commercial building in the east, Tampines Plaza delivers on every front. Open every day of the week from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm, it is one of the most accessible commercial buildings in Tampines for both early morning and evening visits.
Opening Hours:
| Thursday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Monday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–10 pm |
History and Development
Tampines Plaza has long been a fixture of the Tampines Central commercial precinct. The building is part of the twin-building development known as Tampines Plaza 1 and Tampines Plaza 2, both managed by Singapore Land Group (SingLand), one of Singapore’s leading property developers. Formerly known as Abacus Plaza, the building underwent a significant refurbishment completed in 2021 that brought a new lease of life to its entrance lobbies, common areas, and basement facilities.
The refurbishment introduced newly renovated entrance lobbies filled with natural light, an enlarged basement drop-off zone, and a refreshed courtyard connecting the twin buildings. Today, Tampines Plaza 1 and 2 together offer approximately 181,000 square feet of net lettable area with a typical floor plate of 12,600 square feet, making them one of the more substantial commercial office developments in the Tampines Regional Centre.
Tampines Plaza 1 vs Tampines Plaza 2
It is worth clarifying that Tampines Plaza comprises two separate but connected buildings. Tampines Plaza 1 is located at 3 Tampines Central 1, Singapore 529540, while Tampines Plaza 2 is located at 5 Tampines Central 1, Singapore 529541. The buildings share common facilities including the car park and courtyard. When searching for specific tenants, it is always worth confirming which building, Plaza 1 or Plaza 2, your destination is in, as some services like Luminous Dental Clinic are in Plaza 2 while others may be spread across both.
Building Specifications and Green Credentials
Tampines Plaza 1 and 2 hold the Green Mark Platinum award, one of Singapore’s highest accolades for sustainable building design. EV charging facilities are available within the car park, reflecting the building’s commitment to supporting cleaner mobility options. The development provides 166 car park lots across its basement levels, and the buildings are designed to accommodate a wide range of business types, from professional service firms and healthcare providers to educational centres and corporate offices.
Where Tampines Plaza Sits in Tampines Central
Tampines Plaza occupies a prime position within the Tampines Regional Centre — one of Singapore’s three designated regional business hubs outside the Central Business District. The building is directly adjacent to Tampines Bus Interchange and within easy walking distance of Tampines MRT station, placing it at the centre of one of the most transit-connected locations in eastern Singapore. The UOB Tampines Centre and CPF Building are both nearby, reinforcing the area’s status as a dense cluster of financial and public services.
Healthcare Services at Tampines Plaza
Luminous Dental Clinic Tampines Plaza
One of the most frequently visited services at Tampines Plaza is Luminous Dental Clinic, located at unit #01-01 of Tampines Plaza 2 at 5 Tampines Central 1. Luminous Dental Group was founded in 2007 and has since grown into a well-known network of dental clinics across Singapore, with a strong focus on family-oriented dental care delivered in a gentle, comfortable environment. The clinic is particularly known for managing dental anxiety, taking extra time with nervous patients to ensure they feel at ease.
Luminous Dental Clinic — Tampines Plaza
• Location: 5 Tampines Central 1, #01-01, Tampines Plaza 2, Singapore 529541
• Phone: +65 6538 2001
• Website: www.luminousdentalgroup.com
• Weekday Hours: 9:30 am – 9:00 pm (Lunch: 1 pm – 2 pm, Dinner: 5 pm – 6 pm)
• Saturday Hours: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (Lunch: 1 pm – 2 pm)
• Sunday Hours: 9:30 am – 1:00 pm
• Closed on public holidays
Dental Services Offered
General and Preventive Dentistry
• Scaling and Polishing
• Tooth Extraction and Wisdom Tooth Removal
• Gum Treatment
• Medical Examinations and Health Screening
Restorative Dentistry
• Dental Fillings
• Dental Crowns and Bridges
• Dental Implants
• Dentures
• Root Canal Treatment
Aesthetic and Orthodontic Dentistry
• Teeth Whitening
• Dental Braces and Retainers
• Invisalign Clear Aligners
• Veneers and Laminates
• Jaw Orthognathic Surgery
The clinic team comprises dentists Dr Loy Tsu Ken, Dr Tay Li Chye, Dr Stephanie Neo, Dr Edwin Oh, and Dr Har Hoong Cheong, among other qualified dental professionals. Consultations are conducted in English.
Other Medical and Healthcare Facilities Nearby
While Luminous Dental is the primary healthcare facility within Tampines Plaza itself, the broader Tampines Central area is well-served by medical clinics and healthcare providers. SATA CommHealth’s Tampines Medical Centre is located a short walk away at Telepark (5 Tampines Central 6), offering general family medicine, health screenings, and vaccinations. Tampines Polyclinic is also accessible from the area, providing subsidised primary healthcare for Singapore residents.
Learning and Educational Centres
Learning Kidz Academy Tampines Plaza
Learning Kidz Academy operates one of its flagship childcare and preschool centres from the fifth floor of Tampines Plaza 2, occupying units #05-01 to #05-05. Established in May 2002, Learning Kidz is one of Singapore’s established early childhood education providers, operating six childcare centres and enrichment branches across the island. Its Tampines Plaza centre has been a trusted choice for families in the Tampines area for over two decades.
Programmes and Age Groups at Learning Kidz
Learning Kidz follows a holistic curriculum designed to meet the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social needs of each child. The programme caters to children from infant care through kindergarten and uses age-appropriate learning aids, hands-on activities, and enrichment classes to prepare children for formal education.
Learning Kidz Programme Highlights
• Infant care, toddler, playgroup, nursery, and kindergarten programmes
• Core curriculum aligned with MOE’s Early Childhood Development Framework
• Enrichment programmes covering motor skills, creativity, and logical reasoning
• Events and celebrations that encourage parental involvement
• Appointed under MOE’s Partner Operator (POP) Scheme for fee affordability
• Awarded the Healthy Pre-School (HPS) Accreditation by the Health Promotion Board
• Half-day and full-day programme options available
NTUC LearningHub Tampines Plaza
NTUC LearningHub has a presence at Tampines Plaza, providing working adults and professionals with access to skills upgrading and professional development courses. Originally established as NTUC Computer Training Centre in 1982, the organisation has evolved significantly over the decades and now offers a wide variety of courses spanning IT, business, management, soft skills, and industry-specific certifications.
Why Tampines Plaza Is a Popular Education Destination
The concentration of Learning Kidz, NTUC LearningHub, and other professional services within Tampines Plaza makes it a genuinely useful destination for families across all life stages. Parents can enrol their youngest children in preschool at Learning Kidz on Level 5 while they themselves access upskilling courses through NTUC LearningHub in the same building. This combination of childcare and adult education in one accessible, transit-connected building is one of the key reasons Tampines Plaza has maintained strong occupancy and community relevance over the years.
Community and Event Spaces Near Tampines Plaza
Our Tampines Hub | Singapore's Integrated Community Destination
While Tampines Plaza itself is primarily an office and services building, it is situated just a short walk from Our Tampines Hub, Singapore’s first and largest integrated community and lifestyle hub. Opened in 2017, Our Tampines Hub brings together sports, arts, community services, retail, dining, and public amenities under one roof and across several open-air plazas. For anyone visiting Tampines Plaza, Our Tampines Hub is an excellent complement for dining, recreation, and community activities.
Festive Plaza | Our Tampines Hub
The Festive Plaza is the main open-air event space at Our Tampines Hub and is one of the largest public event venues in the east of Singapore. It regularly hosts major national celebrations such as National Day, Chinese New Year, Hari Raya, and Deepavali festivities, as well as large-scale community events, trade fairs, and public carnivals. The plaza can accommodate large crowds and is a key activation space for community programming across the year.
Central Plaza | Our Tampines Hub
Central Plaza serves as the heart of Our Tampines Hub, functioning as a versatile community gathering space for smaller-scale events, performances, markets, and workshops. It connects the various wings of Our Tampines Hub and is accessible from multiple entrances, making it a natural meeting point for visitors to the hub.
North Plaza and South Arrival Plaza Our Tampines Hub
North Plaza and South Arrival Plaza are the two additional open-air spaces flanking Our Tampines Hub. North Plaza is frequently used for outdoor markets, exercise events, and community activities, while South Arrival Plaza serves as the primary entry point to the hub from the bus interchange and MRT station side, making it the first space most visitors encounter when arriving by public transport.
Booking Event Spaces at Our Tampines Hub
Members of the public, community organisations, and businesses can apply to book event spaces at Our Tampines Hub through the People’s Association (PA). Spaces available for booking include the Festive Plaza, Central Plaza, and the various indoor halls and function rooms within the hub. Rates and availability depend on the nature of the event and the duration of the booking. For enquiries, visit the Our Tampines Hub management office or the People’s Association website.
Shops, Dining and Services at Tampines Plaza
Retail and Professional Services
Tampines Plaza’s ground floor and common areas house a selection of retail and professional service businesses catering to the daily needs of the building’s tenants and the surrounding community. Given its position within the Tampines Central commercial cluster, the building complements rather than competes with the large retail malls nearby. Tenants include business services, financial service providers, travel agencies such as Tradewinds Tours and Travel, and educational institutions such as the Unitedworld School of Business.
Notable Tenants at Tampines Plaza
• Luminous Dental Clinic — #01-01, Tampines Plaza 2
• Learning Kidz Academy — #05-01/05, Tampines Plaza 2
• NTUC LearningHub — Tampines Plaza 2
• Tradewinds Tours & Travel — Tampines Plaza 1
• Unitedworld School of Business — Tampines Plaza 1
• Citibank (formerly, now used as landmark reference for Level 1 area)
Food and Beverage Options
Tampines Plaza does not house a dedicated food court within the building itself, but the surrounding Tampines Central area is extraordinarily well-served for dining. For tenants and visitors looking for a quick meal before or after their appointments, the following options are all within comfortable walking distance.
- Century Square Food Junction: comprehensive food court within the adjacent shopping mall
- Tampines Mall Kopitiam: traditional coffeeshop fare and local hawker options
- Tampines One dining floo: a wide range of casual dining restaurants
- Our Tampines Hub Hawker Centre: affordable local food at a large open-air hawker centre
- Eastlink Mall food outlets: smaller food and beverage options a short walk away
Banking and Financial Services Nearby
While the Tampines Plaza buildings themselves do not house major retail bank branches, the surrounding area is exceptionally well-served for banking needs. The UOB Tampines Centre is located nearby along Tampines Central 1, and the full suite of major Singapore banks: DBS, POSB, OCBC, Maybank, and Standard Chartered: maintain branches within Tampines Mall and Century Square, all within a five-minute walk from Tampines Plaza.
Parking and Accessibility at Tampines Plaza
Tampines Plaza 1 and 2 share a common basement car park providing 166 parking lots for both tenants and visitors. The car park is accessible from Tampines Central 1 and offers covered parking directly below the buildings. EV charging stations are available within the car park, making Tampines Plaza one of the more forward-looking commercial addresses in Tampines for electric vehicle owners.
Getting There by MRT
Tampines Plaza is within easy walking distance of Tampines MRT station, which is an interchange station served by both the East-West Line (EW2) and the Downtown Line (DT32). The walking route from Tampines MRT takes approximately five to seven minutes and passes through the Tampines Central commercial district.
MRT Access to Tampines Plaza
• Tampines MRT (EW2 / DT32) — approximately 5 to 7 minutes’ walk — primary station
• Tampines East MRT (DT33) — accessible via Downtown Line, slightly further walk
• Tampines West MRT (DT31) — accessible via Downtown Line
Getting There by Bus
Tampines Plaza enjoys exceptional bus connectivity due to its proximity to Tampines Bus Interchange, which is approximately 100 metres from the building. This interchange is one of the largest in Singapore’s eastern corridor and serves a wide network of bus routes connecting Tampines to Bedok, Pasir Ris, Changi, Simei, and beyond.
Bus Stops Near Tampines Plaza
• Tampines Bus Interchange (100m away) services 3, 4, 8, 10, 18, 19, 20, 22, 23, 28, 29, 31, 37, 38, 39, 65, 69, 72, 81, 291, 292, 293
• Bus Stop 76059 Opp Tampines Stadium, Tampines Avenue 5 (approximately 100m away) services 2N, 3, 10, 20, 23, 31, 34, 39, 65, 67, 292, 293
• Bus Stop 76131 Near UOB Tampines Centre (approximately 140m away) — services 2N, 3, 15, 21, 27, 168, NR7
Getting There by Car
Tampines Plaza is easily accessible by car from major expressways serving the eastern part of Singapore.
- Via PIE (Pan Island Expressway): Exit at Tampines Avenue 10 and follow signs toward Tampines Central 1
- Via TPE (Tampines Expressway): Take the Tampines Avenue 10 exit toward Tampines Central
- Singapore Changi Airport is approximately 7 kilometres away, making Tampines Plaza convenient for those arriving from or heading to the airport
Disabled Access
Tampines Plaza provides barrier-free access throughout the building following its 2021 refurbishment. Wheelchair-accessible entrances, lifts, and designated car park lots are available for visitors with mobility needs. The enlarged basement drop-off zone introduced in the refurbishment further improves accessibility for those arriving by car or taxi.
Nearby Places Around Tampines Plaza
The area immediately surrounding Tampines Plaza is one of the most comprehensively served precincts in eastern Singapore. Whether you need retail, dining, healthcare, government services, or recreational facilities, everything is within a short walk or ride from the building.
Tampines Mall
Tampines Mall is one of the oldest and best-loved shopping centres in the east, directly connected to Tampines MRT station and just a short walk from Tampines Plaza. It houses DBS/POSB Bank, NTUC FairPrice, a food court, cinema, and a wide variety of retail and lifestyle brands.
Century Square
Century Square is directly opposite Tampines MRT and offers a Food Junction food court, Giant Supermarket, Cathay Cineplexes, and a broad retail mix including fashion, health, and beauty. It is one of the most popular lunch destinations for professionals working in the Tampines Central commercial cluster.
Tampines One
Tampines One sits alongside Tampines Mall and is known for its trendy dining and lifestyle concepts, boutique retail stores, and the iconic rooftop swimming pool the first in a suburban mall in Singapore. It caters particularly to young professionals and families looking for a more dynamic retail experience.
Our Tampines Hub
Our Tampines Hub is Singapore’s first integrated community and lifestyle hub, combining sports facilities, arts spaces, social service offices, a hawker centre, a public library, and community plazas. It is a short walk from Tampines Plaza and is particularly popular with families, seniors, and fitness enthusiasts.
Tampines Regional Library
Located within Our Tampines Hub, the Tampines Regional Library is one of Singapore’s largest public libraries and a popular space for students, remote workers, and professionals looking for a quiet environment for reading or research.
Telepark
Telepark is another commercial office building in the Tampines Central area, located at 5 Tampines Central 6, just a short walk from Tampines Plaza. It houses the DBS Telepark Branch for corporate banking customers, SATA CommHealth Tampines Medical Centre, Singapore Post’s Tampines Central Post Office, and Subway. Together with Tampines Plaza, it forms part of the broader Tampines Central commercial and services cluster.
FAQs
What are the opening hours of Tampines Plaza?
Tampines Plaza is open every day of the week from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm, including weekends and public holidays. However, individual tenants within the building operate on their own schedules, so always confirm directly with the service you are visiting before making your trip.
How do I get to Tampines Plaza from Tampines MRT?
Tampines Plaza is approximately a five to seven minute walk from Tampines MRT station (EW2 / DT32). Exit the station toward Tampines Central and follow the signs along Tampines Central 1. The building is identifiable by the large Tampines Plaza signage and is located near the Tampines Bus Interchange.
What educational services are available at Tampines Plaza?
Tampines Plaza houses two key educational providers. Learning Kidz Academy is a childcare and preschool centre located at #05-01/05 on the fifth floor, catering to children from infant care through kindergarten. NTUC LearningHub is also present within the building, offering professional development and skills upgrading courses for working adults, with many courses eligible for SkillsFuture credits.
What food options are near Tampines Plaza?
While Tampines Plaza does not have its own food court, it is surrounded by excellent dining options. Century Square Food Junction, Tampines Mall Kopitiam, Tampines One restaurants, and Our Tampines Hub Hawker Centre are all within a five to ten minute walk from the building.
Is Tampines Plaza the same as Our Tampines Hub?
No, they are separate. Tampines Plaza refers to the twin commercial office buildings at 3 and 5 Tampines Central 1, managed by Singapore Land Group. Our Tampines Hub is a separate integrated community and lifestyle hub at 51 Tampines Avenue 4, managed by the People's Association. The two are within walking distance of each other in the broader Tampines Central precinct.
Final Thoughts
Tampines Plaza may be primarily a commercial office building, but its combination of healthcare, early childhood education, professional development, and business services makes it one of the most practically useful addresses in the Tampines Central area. Open every day from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm, with excellent MRT and bus connections, on-site parking with EV charging, and a Green Mark Platinum sustainability credential, it is a building that punches well above its weight for the communities it serves.
