1. Manila
The Americanisation of the Philippines is mostly visible in the mall culture Manila.
With the third-biggest shopping complex in the world, shopping in the Philippines,
Manila is one of the prime activities in this bayside city. You will find a shopping mall
in almost every block of this capital city of the Philippines. Wondering what is famous
in Manila for shopping? Shop for Philippines pearls, bamboo products, silk products,
abaca baskets, barako coffee beans, and a lot more. The Greenbelt 4 and 5 at AyalaCentre and Bonifacio High Street has the most upscale malls. Here you will find
popular high-brand outlets like Mango, Armani and Bulgari. Manila is a hub of
Philippines shopping malls.
168 Shopping Mall
Located in the Chinatown, 168 Shopping Mall is a popular spot for best shopping in
Manila, Philippines. This five-story complex has a good variety of bargain good and
accessories including shoes, bag and toys. There are several food carts and
Divisoria Market
Best for textile, Divisoria Market has everything you are looking for. The prices of
goods are also on wholesale and you can bargain till the last bid.
Greenhills Shopping Center
Greenhills is an upmarket shopping centre located in the suburb. Started in 1970’s,
the complex has stalls selling video games, clothes, furniture and more.
Manila has many other shopping spots like Silahis Arts & Artifacts, Shangri-La Plaza,
SM City Manila, Sm MAll of Asia, SM Mega Mall, St Francis Square, Legazpi Sunday
Market Robinsons Place Mall and Tiendesitas. You will never fall short of plans if you
decide to visit all the shopping in Manila Philippines.
Manila has many other shopping spots like Silahis Arts & Artifacts, Shangri-La Plaza,
SM City Manila, Sm MAll of Asia, SM Mega Mall, St Francis Square, Legazpi Sunday
Market, Robinsons Place Mall and Tiendesitas. You will never fall short of plans if
you decide to visit all the shopping in Manila Philippines.
2. Cebu City
Cebu city’s best shopping experience is fulfilled in its malls. Here, you will find malls
that offer high – end shopping and are less chaotic too.
Ayala Centre Cebu
The six-storey complex, Ayala Centre, is an up-market mall with international
street-fashion brands like Armani Exchange, Guess, Lacoste, Esprit. This is one of
the major spots for clothes shopping in the Philippines. The mall has two
supermarkets, a modern department store, cinemas, health spas, restaurants and
other stores.
Carbon Market
Carbon is a huge market, some 100 years old. It offers a variety of goods such as
fresh meat, vegetables, ingredients, clothing, house decor, religious items, and so
on. You can taste the local dishes at the food stalls and restaurants in the market.
Hire a horse carriage to go around the market.
Robinsons Galleria Cebu
Within walking distance from the Port of Cebu is Robinsons Galleria. This is the
biggest Robinsons Mall outside Manila. The complex has six-stories with 200
boutiques, stores, restaurants and bars, Robinsons Department Store & Robinsons
Appliances. The cinema at the complex has 6 rooms.
Apart from the above listed shoppings areas, Cebu has Sudgo Mercado, SM City
Cebu, SM Seaside City Cebu and Taboan Public Market.
3. Boracay Island
City Mall
Started in February 2017, City Mall is the first real commercial centre in Boracay.
The mall offers a comfortable air-conditioned space to shop from its food stalls,
fashion boutiques, pharmacy and grocery store. There is also a game-centre for
kids.
D’Mall
The main shopping and dining centre in Boracay is D’Mall. This open-air maze
market has many alleys with a large number of stalls, kiosks and shops. There are
water sports activities available around the mall. You will also find amusement for
your kids.
D’Talipapa Market
This seafood market is pretty interesting as you can buy all kinds of fishes, be it
shellfish or crustacean. You can either cook it on your own or get it cooked from at
any nearby restaurants.
At Boracay Island, also check out the E Mall, Plazoleta and hawkers on the White
Beach for a complete island shopping experience.
4. Angeles City
Shopping Malls
The city has about 6 different shopping malls including SM City Clark, Robinsons,
Nepo Mall, Jenra Mall and Marquee Mall.
Duty Free
If you are looking for a good deal on imported goods and are ready to pay in US
dollar then head to any of the Duty Free Stores in the Clark Freeport Zone. Here,
you will find many large shops of this kind.
Food Markets
Shopping in Angeles City leaves you with a vast variety of option to choose from.
Angeles City has some local markets also that can serve your shopping needs at
best bargain. Apu Friday Market and Pampang Market are two such places. These
places are a must if you are looking for some cheap shopping in the Philippines.
5. Bohol Island
Antequera
The West of Tagbilaran City is a hub of weavers engaged in making basket wares.
There are about 10,000 of them from Antequera, supporting three established firms
in the industry. Bohol is an island which is known for its age old weaving skills and
Antequera is considered to be the basket capital of Bohol.
Bohol Quality Mall
Tagbilaran City’s second largest shopping centre is the Quality Mall. The air
conditioned mall is packed with restaurants, boutiques, and new & secondhand book
stores.
Island City Mall
City Mall is the island’s newest and biggest shopping mall. The best products that
you find here are summer apparels, gadgets and books. There’s an air conditioned
food hall too, that attracts both families and youth alike.
Bohol Island has another prominent shopping space known as the Plaza Marcela
which was established way back in 1997.
6. Mactan Island
Alegre Guitar Factory
Philippines as a country is appreciated in the world for its musical skills. Alegre
Guitar Factory is a recognised company selling excellent handcrafted acoustic
guitars and ukuleles. The factory is open to the public, who can visit and see the
instruments being made.
Gaisano Capital Mactan
Gaisano Capital Mactan is the biggest mall in the Island, with three stories and huge
parking space. There is a big supermarket in the basement with a food court just
next to it. There are three cinemas on the third floor of the mall, for your
entertainment.
Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan is owned by a national chain that hosts department
stores in various parts of Philippines. Located in the heart of the island, this mall
attracts a large number of tourists and residents.