Top 10 Biggest & Best Shopping Malls in the Philippines (2024)

You have probably heard this a million of times, but one of the many things that make Filipinos unique is our penchant for shopping and retail. Check out the 10 largest shopping malls in the Philippines right below!

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Malls are there for shopping purposes but the malls in the Philippines are more than that—they’re part of most Filipino’s lifestyle. The malls don’t just boast great shopping finds but also have their unique features.

From malls with a view to malls with themed parks, malls in the Philippines are surely great venues for celebrations, after-work errands, and sometimes, for wedding proposals.

The List of 10 Biggest Shopping malls in the Philippines

1. SM City North EDSA

2. SM Megamall

3. SM Seaside City Cebu

4. SM Mall of Asia

5. SM City Cebu

6. SM Aura Premier

7. Glorietta

8. Venice Grand Canal Mall

9. Robinsons Place Manila

10. Robinsons Galleria

Which are the Biggest Shopping malls in the Philippines?

1. SM City North EDSA

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Gross Floor Area: 498,000 m2

SM North EDSA is SM Prime’s first mall, and was constructed in 1983 on a 16-hectare land previously owned by the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS). Launched in 1985, the Quezon City mall started out with a 125,000 sqm gross floor area, had three floors, and contained only SM’s fifth department store and the brand’s first supermarket. Thirty years since it first opened its doors, SM North EDSA is now the largest mall in the Philippines with a total retail floor area of 498,000 sqm containing over a thousand stores and restaurants, and the third largest in the world. And with the construction of 5,760 solar panels on its rooftops, SM North is also the largest solar-powered mall in the world.

Said to be the first to introduce “malling” as a Filipino past time, SM North has seen a lot of expansions and redevelopments, cementing its position as one of the pioneers of the “one-stop-shop” concept. A carpark named Annex 1 was unveiled in 1988, followed by the introduction of a retail building named Annex 2 in 1989. Annex 3, also known as “The Block,” was opened in 2006, and a reconstructed Annex 2 was launched two years later. These were eventually succeeded by The North Link (Annex 4), which primarily caters to business process outsourcing (BPO) companies; Sky Garden, an open area hosting several restaurants and an event venue; the Warehouse, part of which serves as valet parking; the five-tower condo development Grass Residences, and SM Cyber West Avenue.

2. SM Megamall

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Gross Floor Area: 474,000 m2

Opened in 1991, SM Megamall in Mandaluyong started out with just over 330,000 sqm of gross floor area and held the honor of being the largest mall in the Philippines for 17 years. It was eventually dethroned with the development of SM Mall of Asia and the expansion of SM North EDSA, but Megamall will always be recognized for having the first ice skating rink as well as one of the first trade halls in the country.

Megamall has seen multiple expansions over the years, namely the construction of Mega Atrium in 2008 and the rise of Building C in 2012. In 2014, it reclaimed its title as the country’s largest mall when it expanded its total gross leasable area to about 474,000 sqm with the inauguration of Mega Fashion Hall in 2014, increasing the mall’s collection of stores and dining options to over 1,000 offerings. The 101,000sqm, five-level addition houses a slew of international fashion brands and restaurants; as well as an upscale food court, an IMAX theater, and an Olympic-sided ice skating rink. But SM City North EDSA’s 2015 expansion again toppled Megamall from its pedestal as the Philippines’ largest mall, but has managed to secure its place as the fourth largest internationally.

3. SM Seaside City Cebu

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Gross Floor Area: 470,490 m2

Launched in November 2015, SM Seaside City Cebu is currently the largest mall in the Philippines outside the National Capital Region and the eighth largest worldwide, with a retail floor plan of 470,000 sqm and a collection of over 400 shopping and dining options. One of its most notable features is the Seaside Tower, a 148-meter-high tower that will be composed of a viewing deck and several restaurants. As part of its recreational offerings, the mall also has an Olympic-sized ice skating rink, a 16-lane bowling alley, and a 350-seat large screen cinema.

SM Seaside City Cebu serves as the centerpiece of the 30-hectare SM Seaside Complex, where SM Prime is also planning to build an indoor events venue to be called Seaside City Arena, an SMX Convention Center, and an oceanarium to be named Cebu Ocean Park.

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4. SM Mall of Asia

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Gross Floor Area: 406,962 m2

The largest shopping mall upon its completion in 2006 and currently the third in the country, SM Mall of Asia boasts more than 1,000 shops, 360 dining establishments, and parking slots for about 8,000 cars. The mall itself also an Olympic-sized skating rink, an IMAX theater, and two supermarkets.

No doubt, one of the most unique malls around because of its open-air halls, this 406,961-sqm retail wonder is situated within a massive complex that houses its own concert grounds, a convention center, BPO offices, residential condos, and a theme park.

5. SM City Cebu

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Gross Floor Area: 273,804 m2

Better known as SM Cebu, this is the fourth mall of SM Prime Holdings. Having been through some major development, the 162,000 sqm initial size of the floor area went up to 269,000 in 2007. With the construction of the Northwing new building, the number of shopping and dining outlets has also gone up to almost 700.

6. SM Aura Premier

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Gross Floor Area: 251,094 m2

Built as an upscale shopping mall in Metro Manila, SM Aura Premier has the size of 251,000 sqm. Consisting of some high-end stores, restaurants, and bars, the mall connected with the 29 storey SM Aura Office Tower is a convenient place to spend leisure time. Complying with global green standards in terms of efficient use of energy and sustainability, this mall does represent the definition of its name: elegance.

7. Glorietta

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Gross Floor Area: 250,000 m2

What was initially planned to be a part Makati Commercial Center has been transformed into a 250,000 sqm shopping mall. Starting its operation in 1992, the mall was then divided into three sections: Glorietta 1, 2 and 3. The mall has been through some changes since then: the addition of Glorietta 4 in 1998 and the stand-alone building of Glorietta 5 away from the other four sections.

Managed by Ayala Malls, this mall provides a complete package of leisure entertainment: cinema, theme park, entertainment hub, etc.

8. Greenbelt Mall

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Gross Floor Area: 250,000 m2

Consisting of five buildings, this mall began its operation in 250,000 sqm floor area in 1989. In 2002, the initial place, however, was reconstructed into the so-called Greenbelt 1, 2, and 3. In two years’ time, Greenbelt 4 was open and three years after that, Greenbelt 5 was launched. Nowadays Greenbelt Mall is dominated by prominent brands and restaurants, although fast food counters and supply stores can still be found in Greenbelt 1. Completing the shopping complex is a park in its open space area.

9. Robinsons Place Manila

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Gross Floor Area: 240,000 m2

Also known to patrons as Robinsons Ermita due to its location, Robinsons Place Manila is the largest Robinsons Mall, with a retail floor area of 240,000 sqm. The seven-level mall initially housed over 330 shops, restaurants, and entertainment facilities, but the development of the Padre Faura Wing in 2000 and the Midtown Wing in 2008 added to its retail and dining options, surpassing Robinsons Galleria in floor space.

10. Robinsons Galleria

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Gross Floor Area: 216,000 m2

Found at the corner of EDSA and Ortigas Avenue, the 216,000 sqm Robinsons Galleria was launched in 1990 as the first Robinsons mall. Prior to the construction of the mall, the land on which it stands was owned by SSS until 1987, when business tycoon John Gokongwei bought much of the land. Years later, Robinsons Galleria is now part of a mixed-use complex that includes the Galleria Corporate Center, the Holiday Inn Manila, the Galleria Regency, and the EDSA Shrine.

These four SM malls are some of the world’s largest

Flagship malls by SM are called Supermalls for their vast floor area that can accommodate an extensive list of tenants and extremely high foot traffic, so much so that they are recognized as some of the biggest shopping malls, not just in the country, but also across the globe. These four malls are considered a few of the biggest in the world: SM City North Edsa, SM Megamall, SM Seaside City cebu, and SM Mall of Asia.

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FAQs

What is the largest and biggest mall in the Philippines? ›

SM Megamall

What is the biggest mall in the world 2022? ›

Dubai Mall - Dubai, United Arab Emirates

At over 12 million square feet (equivalent to more than 50 soccer fields), the Dubai Mall is the largest shopping mall in the world based on total area.

What are the 3 largest mall in the Philippines? ›

Malls by gross leasable area
#MallGross floor area
1SM Mall of Asia589,891 m²
2SM City North EDSA497,213 m²
3SM Megamall474,225 m²
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What is the largest mall in the Philippines 2021? ›

01 | SM Mall of Asia

In 2021, Ikea Philippines opened in SM MOA and reclaimed the spot as the largest mall in the country.

What is the top 20 biggest mall in the world? ›

25 Largest Shopping Malls In The World
  • Mid Valley Megamall. ...
  • Isfahan City Center. ...
  • CentralWorld. ...
  • Fars Shopping Complex. ...
  • 1 Utama. ...
  • SM City North EDSA. ...
  • Golden Resources Mall. ...
  • New South China Mall. The New South China Mall is the largest in the world and was also once the most unoccupied with over 99% of its space being unused.
May 11, 2019

What is the 2nd biggest mall in the world? ›

World's largest malls
RankMallCountry
1SM Mall of AsiaPhilippines
4SM TianjinChina
5Golden Resources MallChina
6CentralPlaza WestGateThailand
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How many malls are there in the Philippines? ›

Acting Socio-economic Planning Secretary Karl Chua has described the country's 865 malls as "like mini economies. You can actually do everything you want except sleep."

Which is the biggest mall in Asia 2022? ›

10 Biggest Malls in Asia: Shop 'til you Drop... At the Right Places!
  • The Dubai Mall, Dubai. ...
  • 1 Utama Shopping Center, Malaysia. ...
  • SM City North EDSA Mall, Philippines. ...
  • SM Megamall, Philippines. ...
  • Persian Gulf Complex, Iran. ...
  • Mid Valley Megamall, Malaysia. ...
  • Siam Paragon, Thailand. ...
  • Lotte World Mall, South Korea.

What is the largest mall in Asia? ›

The Largest Shopping Malls in Asia
RankMallGross Leasable Area (In Square Feet)
1New South China Mall7,100,000
2SM Tianjin5,812,511
3Golden Resources Mall6,000,010
4ICONSIAM5,650,000
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Jul 30, 2018

What is the 7th largest mall in the world? ›

1 Utama – Petaling Jaya, Malaysia

1 Utama mall is located in Petaling Jaya city near Kuala Lumpur. It is not only the largest shopping mall in Malaysia but also the seventh-largest shopping mall in the world. There is a rooftop garden which is one of the largest in the Asian continent.

What is the longest mall in the Philippines? ›

Bacolor, Philippines

Pampanga takes it pride for having the longest SM and MALL in the Philippines extending between the 2 neighboring progressive towns of San Fernando, now a City and the town of Mexico.

What is the most luxurious mall in the Philippines? ›

Shangri-La calls itself “the country's most established upscale shopping and lifestyle destination.” Within the walls of this 175,000-square-meter mall are some of the world's most prominent fashion and specialty brands like Alexander McQueen, BCBG Max Azria, Gucci, Jimmy Choo, and Herve Leger.

What is the top brand of mall? ›

Here are The 10 Best Mall Brands.
  • H&M. Image via Complex Original. ...
  • American Eagle Outfitters. Image via Complex Original. ...
  • Urban Outfitters. Image via Complex Original. ...
  • Dockers Alpha Khakis. Image via Complex Original. ...
  • Champion. Image via Complex Original. ...
  • Land's End Canvas. Image via Complex Original. ...
  • Levi's Jeans. ...
  • Polo Ralph Lauren.
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Why Philippines have big malls? ›

The Philippines is a relatively small country yet it is known to have many shopping malls. To many the mall serves as a social outlet away from the heat of the tropics. As the country tends to become hot and humid especially during the summer months, Filipinos flock to shopping malls to cool themselves down.

Is MOA the largest mall in Philippines? ›

The area attracts a daily average foot traffic of about 200,000 people. The mall is currently the largest shopping mall in the Philippines and the third in the world.
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SM Mall of Asia.
SM Mall of Asia in May 2016
Wikimedia | © OpenStreetMap
LocationBay City, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines
Coordinates14°32′6.24″N 120°58′55.75″E
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How many SM malls are there in the Philippines in 2022? ›

SM Supermalls, owned by SM Prime, is a chain of shopping malls in the Philippines that as of April 2022 has 79 malls located across the country and 25 more scheduled to be opened for an eventual total of 106 malls.

Which is the No 1 mall in world? ›

The Dubai Mall is the world's largest destination for shopping, entertainment and leisure, located next to the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa.

Which is bigger SM MOA or SM Seaside? ›

SM also said that in terms of total gross floor area, Seaside is the 3rd* biggest mall in the country at 430,000 square meters. MOA, which is at 407,000 square meters, is smaller than Seaside. SM said that the largest mall is SM Megamall at 474,000 square meters, followed by SM North EDSA at 470,000 square meters.

Where is the biggest mall? ›

The largest mall in the United States, the Mall of America is located in Bloomington, Minnesota only 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. Open since 1992, the Mall of America is one of the most visited attractions in the world with 40 million visitors per year.

Which country has the most malls? ›

The second biggest mall in the world can be found in Dongguan in China. The South China Mall has over 7 million square feet of gross leasable area.
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The Biggest Shopping Malls In The World.
MallIran Mall
CityTehran
Year opened2017
Gross leasable area (in sq. m)1,950,000 m2
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Oct 20, 2020

Where is the world's biggest shopping mall? ›

At 12 million sq ft, the mall's total area is equivalent in size to 200 soccer pitches. With a total internal floor area of 5.9 million sq ft, The Dubai Mall has 3.77 million sq ft of gross leasable space and over 1,200 retail stores, two anchor department stores and more than 200 food and beverage outlets.

Is MOA the largest mall in Philippines? ›

The area attracts a daily average foot traffic of about 200,000 people. The mall is currently the largest shopping mall in the Philippines and the third in the world.
...
SM Mall of Asia.
SM Mall of Asia in May 2016
Wikimedia | © OpenStreetMap
LocationBay City, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines
Coordinates14°32′6.24″N 120°58′55.75″E
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What is the longest mall in the Philippines? ›

Bacolor, Philippines

Pampanga takes it pride for having the longest SM and MALL in the Philippines extending between the 2 neighboring progressive towns of San Fernando, now a City and the town of Mexico.

Which is largest mall in Asia? ›

SM Mall of Asia

What is bigger MOA or SM Seaside? ›

MOA, which is at 407,000 square meters, is smaller than Seaside. SM said that the largest mall is SM Megamall at 474,000 square meters, followed by SM North EDSA at 470,000 square meters.

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