SM Mall of Asia (MOA)
SM Mall of Asia is a 4.2M sqm mixed-use development in Pasay. The 2nd largest mall in the Philippines. Adjacent to MOA Arena, SMX Convention Center, and Entertainment City. Major anchor for the Bay Area condo corridor.
📄 Overview
SM Mall of Asia (MOA) is one of the Philippines' largest and most iconic shopping malls, located in the SM Central Business Park along Manila Bay in Pasay City. Opened in 2006, MOA is the flagship SM Supermall, known for its massive scale (over 600,000 sqm GFA), waterfront location with Manila Bay sunset views, and comprehensive entertainment facilities. The mall anchors the MOA Complex, one of Metro Manila's largest mixed-use developments.
📄 Stores & Tenants
MOA houses over 1,000 retail stores including The SM Store, SM Supermarket, and every major international brand present in the Philippines. The mall features the Fashion Hall (premium fashion), Cyberzone (electronics), the home floor, and extensive specialty retail. Notable tenants include IKEA (the world's largest IKEA store by size, opened 2021), which draws visitors nationwide. The mall also features the S Maison (luxury retail), and various flagship stores.
📄 Dining & Entertainment
MOA's dining scene is anchored by the Seaside Boulevard restaurants with outdoor seating overlooking Manila Bay and the famous MOA sunset. Entertainment facilities include: SM Cinemas (including IMAX and Director's Club), the MOA Arena (Philippines' premier indoor arena for concerts and sports), the MOA Eye (Ferris wheel), a science discovery center, an indoor theme park, and the bayside amphitheater for outdoor events. The mall is also adjacent to the Manila Bay Dolomite Beach promenade.
📄 Transportation & Parking
MOA is accessible via EDSA (Macapagal Boulevard intersection), the LRT-1 EDSA station (with a connecting walkway), and various bus routes including the EDSA Busway. The mall is approximately 15 minutes from NAIA terminals via NAIAx. Parking is available in multi-level structures with over 8,000 slots. The mall's location near the airport makes it a popular stop for arriving tourists.
🇵🇭 Philippine Context
SM Mall of Asia is a landmark of Philippine retail and a major tourism destination. The surrounding MOA Complex includes the Conrad Hotel, the SMX Convention Center (Philippines' largest privately-owned convention center), office towers, and residential condominiums (SMDC Shore Residences, Sea Residences). Properties in the MOA area benefit from the commercial ecosystem and Manila Bay views. The mall generates significant economic activity for Pasay City and Metro Manila.
🔗 Related Topics
SM North EDSA, SM Megamall, SMDC, Pasay City, Manila Bay