What's It Like Living Next to the Philippines' Largest Mall?

SM Mall of Asia (SM MOA) is a massive shopping complex located in Pasay City's Bay City area, within the SM Central Business Park. Situated on reclaimed land at the southern end of EDSA along Manila Bay, it’s a cornerstone of Philippine retail and entertainment. 👍Owned and developed by SM Prime (the country’s largest mall operator), SM MOA spans 16 hectares (40 acres) with a total floor area of 589,891 sqm, including 46,647 sqm dedicated to conferences and events. Averaging 200,000 daily visitors, it’s currently the largest mall in the Philippines and the sixth-largest globally. A Brief History of Scale🚗 2006: Opened as the Philippines' largest mall. 2008: Dropped to second place after SM North EDSA’s renovation. 2011: Fell to third when SM Seaside City (Cebu) launched. 2021: Regained the top spot after IKEA Pasay City—the world’s largest IKEA—opened within the complex. Layout & Features The mall comprises four interconnected buildings via walkways and skybridges: 😊Main Mall: Retail shops, dining, and a food court. Entertainment Mall: A two-level, mostly open-air zone with restaurants and the SMX Convention Center. North and South Parking Buildings: 5,000 parking slots across six floors, topped with solar-panel roofs. South Parking houses The SM Store (flagship department store). North Parking hosts SM Hypermarket (supermarket). Why It’s a Lifestyle Hub Concierge desks in every building for visitor assistance. ❤️Mall of Asia Arena: A 20,000-seat venue for concerts and sports. Bayfront views: Sunset dining along Manila Bay. IKEA Manila: A mega-attraction for shoppers and families. 💕The Resident Experience Living near SM MOA means: ✔ Endless convenience – Groceries, fashion, tech, and dining in one place. ✔ Traffic alerts – Peak hours (weekends/holidays) get chaotic. ✔ Event central – Concerts, exhibits, and seasonal festivals. ✔ Tourist crowds – Prepare for busy elevators and queues at popular spots. Verdict: If you love urban energy and hate commuting for errands, it’s a dream. Just budget extra time for parking! 🚗💨 (Need more details? Ask away!) 😊 #SMMOA