# Empire Cinema Ipswich — Reviews & Visitor Info > Catch the latest blockbuster releases at this modern multiplex cinema in Buttermarket Shopping Centre, offering wheelchair access, onsite parking and snacks for families to enjoy. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/attractions/empire-cinema-ipswich (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Movie Theater # Empire Cinema Ipswich Empire Cinemas, Buttermarket Shopping Centre [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15068099613021349468&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Omniplex Cinema Ipswich](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/105874255213167991045) **In short:** Empire Cinema Ipswich is a movie theater in Ipswich, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 2,098 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Empire Cinema Ipswich Catch the latest blockbuster releases at this modern multiplex cinema in Buttermarket Shopping Centre, offering wheelchair access, onsite parking and snacks for families to enjoy. ## What's nearby - TK Maxx next door - Ipswich Social Club next door - New Look next door - Buttermarket Centre next door - Sainsbury's 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## What visitors say [Boltyboy (boltyboy)](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114953595182168120436/reviews) ★★★★★ Went this morning to see Toy Story 5 with my partner. Cost £70 all in all for drinks and tickets. Halfway through the film a speaker started to beep very loudly for around 10 mins of the film. Would assume it broke or malfunctioned. Film was then paused for about 5 mins whilst this was being fixed. No apologies from staff or refund of any kind. Very disappointing, won’t be coming again. If I’m paying £70 to watch a film for 2 I want perfection, if you can’t deliver that then at least have the decency to apologise · via Google [Taylor Film Review](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102080764694266976704/reviews) ★★★★★ Great cinema with super comfy recliners.great friendly staff. Something to add. Someone who suffers with toilet needs please fix the door on the toilets. Having been multiple times the door is always off. · via Google [Brian Collier](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106536734642051478132/reviews) ★★★★★ Terrible customer service, two failed attempts to book on line, message came up system problem do not buy again for 30 mins you may have paid. Took my problem to cashier on arrival who called manager, she said I could only rebuy at a premium rate because she couldn't solve system problems!!! When asked for a name so I could lodge a formal complaint about the system and her handling she refused. Had driven an hour from North Suffolk for appalling customer service. Usually go to Cineworld, first trip to Omniplex: won't come again obviously.... · via Google [Andrew Garnham](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114083231323416452954/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely venue. Very comfortable seats that recline and have a tray also. Great facilities too. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47d9a02ceea8d9bf:0xd11ca4c38a56a65c!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) People say this movie theater offers a variety of seating options, including recliners and sofas, and shows a wide selection of films. They highlight the reasonable ticket prices and the availability of free parking. They also like the helpful and friendly staff. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** 1 Buttermarket Shopping Centre, Ipswich, IP1 1DT [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.0565806%2C1.1536833) **Category** Cinema & Theatre **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (2,098 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Ipswich [More attractions in Ipswich](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/attractions) ★ 4.6 (2,098 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.empirecinemas.co.uk/cinema_info/empire_ipswich/t44/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Ipswich **Postcode** IP1 1DT **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9F433543+JF [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47d9a02ceea8d9bf:0xd11ca4c38a56a65c!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d9a02ceea8d9bf:0xd11ca4c38a56a65c!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d9a02ceea8d9bf:0xd11ca4c38a56a65c!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Ipswich Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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