Things to Do at Sm City Clark

SM City Clark occupies 150,000 square meters of retail space in the Clark Freeport Zone, where international brands mix with Filipino retailers in one of Central Luzon's largest shopping destinations. Opened in 2009, the mall features over 400 stores, an IMAX theater, and an indoor ice skating rink that provides relief from tropical heat while attracting shoppers from across Pampanga province. The food court showcases both international chains and local Kapampangan specialties, including several restaurants serving authentic sisig and other regional dishes. Shopping is free to enjoy, though meals typically cost ₱300-500 ($5.40-9) per person and movie tickets run ₱200-400 ($3.60-7.20) depending on the showing. Visit weekday afternoons when the mall is busy but manageable, allowing you to experience Filipino shopping culture while enjoying air conditioning and the convenience of duty-free prices on certain imported goods.

SM City Clark is located along Jose Abad Santos Avenue (JASA) in Angeles City, making it pretty accessible from most parts of the city. If you're coming from Manila, you can take a bus to Angeles City and then a jeepney or tricycle to the mall. From Clark International Airport, it's about a 15-20 minute drive by taxi or grab. The mall has substantial parking if you're driving, though it can fill up during peak times. Local jeepneys and tricycles regularly pass by the mall, so public transport is definitely an option if you're staying nearby.