Quezon City

Many of Manila’s key attractions are located near to Quezon City, so it is a smart choice as a place to base yourself during your visit. TriNoma and the SM North EDSA are amongst the many best places to explore here. Also, be sure to check out the Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center and the Church of Christ.

Quezon City has a number of museums and theaters nearby that make great places to visit. There are many excellent places where you can spend a few hours including the National Museum of the Philippines. Experience the region’s best and brightest strut their stuff at the Manila Metropolitan Theatre and the William J Shaw Theater in Mandaluyong.

Manila has many interesting attractions including the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, the Manila North Cemetery and EDSA Shrine. The San Sebastian Church, the San Miguel Church and Golden Mosque offer those visiting a chance to better understand the part religion has played in the area.

There's no reason to neglect your game. Visit the Wack Wack Golf and Country Club in Mandaluyong to enjoy the fastest greens, trickiest bunkers and friendliest clubhouse.

Get familiar with the local fashion and treat yourself to a new outfit in some of the nearby malls and markets such as SM Megamall in San Juan, the Greenhills Shopping Center and Metrowalk in Pasig.

Watch popular sporting heroes, the Phillipine Basketball Association, take on their rivals in the nearby Cuneta Astrodome, Pasay. On game days follow the river of red, blue and yellow, to the stadium, then after the full-time hooter blows, join fellow sports lovers in the nearby pubs and relive the action over a friendly drink or two.

At the end of a long day enjoying Quezon City, rest up at one of the area’s bed-and-breakfasts, hotels or short-stay apartments. Check out the rooms, rates and amenities at the The Bayleaf Intramuros, the Linden Suites Manila, Pasig, or the Edsa Shangri-La, Manila, Mandaluyong.