Despite its small size compared to other countries, the Philippines boasts a remarkable abundance of shopping malls. These malls serve as social hubs where people can escape the tropical heat and engage in various activities. Filipinos flock to malls for relaxation and leisure, seeking respite from the bustling city life and the tropical climate. Now, let’s explore the top 10 largest malls in the Philippines.

List of the Top 10 Biggest Malls in the Philippines

• 1. SM Mall of Asia

     

     SM Mall of Asia (SM MOA) carries the largest mall in the Philippines, boasting a variety of shops, dining establishments, and entertainment options. Every conceivable cuisine is available. There are major entertainment venues available including movie theaters, an ice skating rink, carnival rides, and an archery range. Laser tag, Lego Land, and children’s play centers abound. There is no doubt that this is a truly amazing site to see.

     Name: SM Mall of Asia
     Address: Seaside Blvd, Pasay City, Philippines
     Owner: SM Prime Holdings
     Year: 2006
     Opened: May 21, 2006
     Website: View the website
     Hours: Monday to Sunday: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
     Map: View Map

  2. SM City North EDSA

     

     SM City North EDSA is a very large mall complex that connects to two other malls and living residences via a bridge. There are numerous cinemas, clothing stores, supermarkets, hypermarkets, jewelry stores, children’s playgrounds, karaoke, karting, sky garden, and other attractions in the mall.

     Name: SM City North EDSA
     Location: Quezon City, Metro Manila
     Owner: SM Prime Holdings
     Year: 1985
     Address: EDSA corner North Avenue, Barangays Santo Cristo and Bagong Pag-Asa
     Website: View the website
     Hours: Monday to Sunday: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
     Map: View Map

  3. SM Megamall

     

     SM Megamall is one of Metro Manila’s oldest shopping malls. The original two buildings (Mega A and Mega B) are now literally overshadowed by the new developments around them. This mall has the most diverse shopping, dining, and retail options on this side of Metro Manila.

     Name: SM Megamall
     Location: Mandaluyong, Metro Manila
     Owner: SM Prime Holdings
     Year: 1991
     Address: Ortigas Center, Wack-Wack Greenhills, Mandaluyong, Philippines
     Website: View the website
     Hours: Monday to Sunday: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
     Map: View Map 

  4. SM Seaside Cebu

     

     Practically SM Seaside Cebu is the place to be when it comes to the biggest mall in Cebu. The place offers everything you could ever want and more (so far). I enjoy the scooters which you can rent so you can joyride around the mall. They have an ice skating rink, a food court and dozens of restaurants, hundreds of retail stores, and movie theaters that include the Director’s Club Cinema. The roof garden offers a spectacular view of the new CCLEX bridge.

     Name: SM Seaside City Cebu
     Location: Cebu City
     Owner: SM Prime Holdings
     Year: 2015
     Address: South Road Properties Brgy. Mambaling, Cebu City, Philippines
     Website: View the website 
     Hours: Monday to Sunday: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
     Map: View Map 

  5. Festival Supermall Alabang

     

     Festival Supermall Alabang offers attractions and amenities for visitors to enjoy. Park, food stalls, shopping stores, pet supplies, grooming, play house, and rides such as the train, though most of their rides are operational. It gets crowded, but the good thing is it has an open space. The Festival Alabang is connected to Landmark, so you’ll pretty much have a lot of options to choose from.

     Name: Festival Supermall Alabang
     Location: Metro Manila
     Owner: Filinvest Development Corporation
     Year: 1998
     Address: Filinvest Corporate City, Commerce Ave, Alabang, Muntinlupa, Metro Manila
     Website: View the website 
     Hours: Monday to Sunday: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
     Map: View Map 

  6. SM City Fairview

     

     SM City Fairview, owned and operated by SM Prime Holdings, is a prominent shopping mall in the Philippines. As the third SM Supermall in Quezon City, it offers a variety of shopping and entertainment options. It is located in Barangay Greater Lagro, despite being named after the nearby Fairview area or barangay.

     Name: SM City Fairview
     Location: Fairview, Quezon City
     Owner: SM Prime Holdings
     Year: 1997
     Address: Quirino Highway corner Regalado Avenue, Novaliches, Quezon City
     Website: View the website
     Hours: Sunday to Thursday: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
     Map: View Map 

  7. SM City Cebu

     

     SM City Cebu is one of the oldest SM Malls in Cebu. It is located in the heart of Cebu City and offers the same high-quality products, clean stores, and dependable customer service. Other malls are confusing to me, but I feel at ease here because it is easy to navigate and find my way around this large shopping center. The mall’s external architectural design is also worth seeing.

     Name: SM City Cebu
     Location: Cebu City
     Onwer: SM Prime Holdings
     Year: 1993
     Address: North Reclamation Area, Cebu Port Center, Mabolo, Cebu City
     Website: View the website 
     Hours: Monday to Sunday: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
     Map: View Map 

  8. Greenbelt

     

     Greenbelt first opened its doors to the public in 1988. The mall features a variety of high-end retail stores, restaurants, amenities, leisure, and entertainment. A sprawling 2.8-hectare garden surrounded by world-class shopping and dining. Greenbelt’s expansive 12-hectare space seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor experiences. Greenbelt represents the best of what Ayala Malls has to offer in terms of retail, dining, and entertainment in the City.

     Name: Greenbelt
     Location: Metro Manila
     Owner: Ayala Corporation
     Year: 1988
     Address: Legazpi Street, Makati City, Philippines
     Website: View the website 
     Hours: Monday to Sunday: 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
     Map: View Map 

  9. Glorietta

     

     Glorietta is an Ayala Malls chain of malls located in Makati City’s business district. The mall has a variety of stores for fashion, children’s or household items, sports equipment, and many other items. There are also a lot of restaurants and snack shops. It truly is a one-stop shopping experience.

     Name: Glorietta
     Location: Makati, Metro Manila
     Owner: Ayala Corporation
     Year: 1991
     Address: Ayala Center, Makati City
     Website: View the website 
     Hours: Monday to Thursday: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
     Map: View Map 

  10. Ayala Center Cebu

      

      Ayala Center Cebu is an excellent shopping mall located in Cebu. With a nice selection of restaurants and personalized service. There is also outdoor dining. Children’s play area. It’s a massive shopping center. It’s difficult to see everything in a single visit. There is a parking garage. With numerous entrances and exits. There is also outdoor dining and a theater.

      Name: Ayala Center Cebu
      Location: Cebu City
      Owner: Ayala Corporation
      Year: 1994
      Address: Cebu Business Park, Archbishop Reyes Avenue, Cebu City
      Website: View the website 
      Hours: Monday to Sunday: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
      Map: View Map 

Conclusion

The City of Cebu boasts the top three biggest malls in the country, namely SM Seaside Cebu, SM City Cebu, and Ayala Center Cebu. On the other hand, Quezon City and Makati City each have two extensive malls that rank among the largest in the Philippines. These malls offer a wide range of shopping, dining, entertainment, and leisure options, making them popular destinations for locals and tourists.

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