Top 10 Theatres & Cinemas in Ipoh

Here is a list of the top 10 Theatres and Cinemas in Ipoh

1. GSC Ipoh Parade

   Location: Lot R01, 5th Floor, Ipoh Parade Mall, 105 Jalan Sultan Abdul Jalil, Greentown, Ipoh, Perak.
   Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM daily.
   Highlights: 11 halls with 1,926 seats, D-BOX motion seats, Dolby Atmos, GSC BIG screen, and immersive 4DX.
   Facilities: Wheelchair-friendly halls, located inside Ipoh Parade with shopping, dining, bowling, and karaoke.
   Why Visit: Perak’s largest multiplex, perfect for blockbuster fans who love immersive cinematic experiences.

2. GSC AEON Mall Falim

   Location: AEON Mall Falim, Jalan Lahat, 30100 Ipoh, Perak.
   Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM daily.
   Highlights: Family-friendly GSC Play hall concept, Dolby Atmos, comfortable seating.
   Facilities: Mall parking, food court, shopping outlets, children’s play areas.
   Why Visit: Great for parents with kids and those who prefer a mall-based movie outing.

3. LFS Seri Kinta (Lotus Five Star Cineplex)

   Location: Lot 4180N, Bangunan Seri Kinta, Jalan Sultan Idris Shah, 30000 Ipoh, Perak.
   Opening Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (office hours), screenings in evenings and weekends.
   Highlights: 4 halls, Dolby 5.1 & 7.1 sound, focus on Tamil, Hindi, and regional films.
   Facilities: Affordable tickets, online booking, basic concessions.
   Why Visit: A budget-friendly choice for Indian cinema lovers in Ipoh.

4. TGV Cinemas AEON Station 18

   Location: AEON Mall Station 18, Jalan Medan Ipoh, 31650 Ipoh, Perak.
   Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM daily.
   Highlights: IMAX screenings, INDULGE luxury halls, comfortable recliner seats.
   Facilities: Mall parking, dining, family-friendly facilities.
   Why Visit: A premium movie experience with a wide range of showtimes.

5. Cathay Theatre (Historic Site)

   Location: Jalan Sultan Iskandar, Ipoh.
   Opening Hours: Not operational (heritage site).
   Highlights: Once part of Cathay Organisation’s chain, known for post-war cinema culture.
   Facilities: Heritage façade, photo spot for architecture lovers.
   Why Visit: Explore Ipoh’s cinematic history.

6. Ruby Cinema (Historic Building)

   Location: Jalan Raja Musa Aziz, Kampung Jawa, 31350 Ipoh, Perak.
   Opening Hours: Not operational as a cinema; now a restaurant.
   Highlights: Built in 1938 with striking Art Deco architecture.
   Facilities: Dining inside a historic cinema space.
   Why Visit: A unique blend of history and modern dining.

7. Grand Theatre (Closed)

   Location: Jalan Sultan Iskandar, Ipoh.
   Opening Hours: Closed.
   Highlights: 700-seat capacity, famous for Tamil & Hindi film screenings.
   Facilities: None (heritage building).
   Why Visit: For heritage buffs interested in Ipoh’s old movie scene.

8. Odeon Theatre (Closed)

   Location: Jalan Sultan Idris Shah, Ipoh.
   Opening Hours: Closed.
   Highlights: Known for its unique post-war design and local ghost stories.
   Facilities: None.
   Why Visit: For historical exploration and photography.

9. GSC Ipoh Parade BIG Screen Hall

   Location: Same as GSC Ipoh Parade.
   Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM daily.
   Highlights: Malaysia’s signature large-format cinema hall for the biggest movies.
   Facilities: Premium sound and seating.
   Why Visit: For those who want an unforgettable big-screen experience.

10. Mini Theatres in Ipoh Malls

    Location: Various malls around Ipoh (e.g., smaller mall cineplexes, community halls).
    Opening Hours: Varies by venue.
    Highlights: Affordable ticket prices, small cozy halls.
    Facilities: Basic seating and sound systems.
    Why Visit: Ideal for quick, casual movie watching without crowds.