Pertama Complex

Pertama Complex is one of the first shopping complexes in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and has been operating since 1976. It is located on the historic Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman (Jalan TAR), a prime shopping and business district in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. The mall sits within walking distance of rows of colonial buildings and the area where Kuala Lumpur began, neighbouring other popular shopping destinations such as Sogo, Jakel, Kamdar and Jalan Masjid India. The complex comprises three floors of retail outlets, a 14-storey office building and four floors of basement parking. Together with the road-fronting food court and surrounding sidewalk bistros and cafes, the mall's gross built-up area totals about 600,000 square feet, of which 490,000 square feet is lettable. It houses more than 110 retail outlets offering international and local brands and designs, including leather apparel, jeans and uniforms, sportswear and equipment, smartphones and mobile electronic gadgets, telco services, watches and eyewear, tailoring and alteration services, and books, magazines and convenience stores. The mall also features a cosy and airy food court and sidewalk bistros and cafes serving local, Thai and western cuisines. It is easily accessible, enclosed by Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Jalan Raja Laut and Jalan Dang Wangi, and is a 5–10 minute walk from the nearest Bandaraya LRT Station, Medan Tuanku Monorail Station and Bank Negara KTM Komuter Station, with local buses, free KL City buses, taxis and e-hailing services available. The main directory covers categories such as Beauty & Wellness, Facilities & Services, Fashion, Food & Beverages, IT & Gadget, Leisure & Entertainment, Office, Sports/Fitness/Automotive, Supermarket/Convenience Store, and Toys/Hobbies/Gifts. The mall is operated by UDA Mall Sdn Bhd, part of the Urban Development Authority of Malaysia (UDA). Historically, Pertama Complex was known for offering a wide variety of affordable goods, and for those familiar with Kuala Lumpur it remains a destination for relatively affordable items and a taste of old-school Kuala Lumpur shopping. It also hosts many fashion boutiques, mainly selling local Malay fashion apparel and accessories, with market-style stalls on the ground floor.

Pertama Complex opened in 1976 and is regarded as one of the first shopping complexes in Kuala Lumpur. It was built on Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman (Jalan TAR), a historic road that served as Kuala Lumpur's busiest shopping district from the 1960s through the 1980s. The complex was developed and is operated by UDA Mall Sdn Bhd, part of the Urban Development Authority of Malaysia (UDA). In its early years, Pertama Complex became known for offering a wide variety of affordable goods, drawing shoppers seeking value in the heart of the city. Over the decades, the surrounding area retained its role as a prime shopping and business district, with neighbouring destinations such as Sogo, Jakel, Kamdar and Jalan Masjid India. The mall's tenant mix evolved to include many fashion boutiques, particularly those selling local Malay fashion apparel and accessories, alongside market-style stalls on the ground floor. Today the complex continues to operate with three floors of retail outlets, a 14-storey office building and four floors of basement parking, and remains a familiar landmark for Kuala Lumpur residents and visitors.

• 1976

  Pertama Complex begins operating as one of Kuala Lumpur's first shopping complexes.

A historic, value-oriented shopping complex in downtown Kuala Lumpur offering affordable local and international goods and a classic old-KL shopping experience.

• Retail outlets

  More than 110 retail outlets offering international and local brands and designs.

• Food court and cafes

  Cosy and airy food court and sidewalk bistros and cafes serving local, Thai and western cuisines.

• Office building

  A 14-storey office building within the complex.

• Parking

  Four floors of basement parking with 350 car bays and 170 motorcycle bays.

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