Things to do in Pasig

Tired of familiar places near you? If you are not a Pasigueño, Pasig City has a lot to offer. 

1. Visit a church.
- For Catholics, hear mass at the Pasig Cathedral or Immaculate Conception Cathedral, one of the oldest churches in Metro Manila.
Location: Plaza Rizal, Malinao, Pasig City
How to get there: Click here.

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- Attend a Catholic prayer gathering of the Light of Jesus Community every Sunday. 
Location: Feast-Pasig, Valle Verde Country Club, Capt. Henry P. Javier, Pasig City
How to get there: Click here (Valle Verde Country Club is beside Philsports Arena)

Photo Credit: Feast Pasig FB Page

- Worship and study the bible at the main worship and training center of Christ Commission Fellowship (CCF), a religious organization/Christian church in the Philippines. 

Location: Frontera Verde, Ortigas Ave. cor. C5 Road, Pasig City

How to get there: Click here.

Photo Credit: CCF FB Page

2. Shop, dine and witness live entertainment performances, exhibits and other special events at Tiendesitas and Estancia Mall. 

- Tiendesitas caters to foreign and domestic shoppers looking for the best Philippine products (source: Tiendesitas Website).

Location: Ortigas Ave. cor. E. Rodriguez Ave., (C-5 Road), Pasig City

How to get there: Click here.

Photo Credit: Tiendesitas FB Page

- Estancia Mall just opened last December 2014. Estancia is relatively a new place to hang-out. 

Location: Capital Commons, Pasig City

How to get there: Click here.

Photo Credit: Estancia FB Page

3. Treat your kids to loads of fun rides and other interactive activities at Fun Ranch and Ark Avilon Zoo. For both kids and adults, you might want to stretch your arms and try to hit the target with an arrow - experience archery at Gadiva Archery and Cafe

- Fun Ranch is the only complete children's complex and party place in the country today, with activites and establishments that cater to kids and their families. No entrance fee. (source: Fun Ranch Website)

Photo Credit: Fun Ranch FB Page

- Ark Avilon Zoo is home to various friendly animals that guests can interact with (source: Ark Avilon Zoo Website).

Entrance Fee: P400; Below 3ft.: P300

-With 20% discount Senior Citizen and PWD (with Senior Citizen ID card and PWD ID card).

- Babies 12mos. and below are free of charge.
Operating Hours: Daily 9am - 6pm

Photo Credit: Ark Avilon Zoo FB Page

Location: Frontera Verde, Ortigas Ave. cor. E. Rodriguez Ave., (C-5 Road), Pasig City (at the back of Tiendesitas)

Gandiva Archery and Cafe  has the advocacy to promote archery in all levels and encourage vegetarian diet and green living (source: Gandiva website) 

Location: U703-705 One Corporate Center, Julia Vargas cor. Meralco Ave., Ortigas Center

Rates: Starts at P680

Operating Hours: Mon - Sat 10am - 9pm/Sun 10am -7pm

How to get there: Click here.

Photo Credit: Gandiva Archery and Cafe FB Page

4. Choose a dining destination with lots of restaurants, bars, coffee shop, food stalls and a whole lot more. 

- Metrowalk 

Location: Meralco Ave., Pasig City

How to get there: Click here.

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- Pasig Kapitolyo, is one of the top food havens in Metro Manila. 

Location: Capital Commons, Pasig City

How to get there: From MRT-Shaw Boulevard, ride Jeep going to Pasig. Tell driver to stop at Petron Gas Station along the mini ROTONDA along the Shaw Boulevard. (source: parasatabi.com)

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Note: Not a personal recommendation 

5. Jog to get fit or train for an upcoming running event at Philsports Arena (formerly Ultra) Oval Track. 

- Philsports Arena is formerly known as the University of Life Theater and Recreational Arena or the ULTRA 

Location: Captain P. Javier, Pasig City

How to get there: Click here.

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6. Watch a musical show, theatrical play, sports action and other big events at Philsports Arena and Meralco Theater. 

- Philsports Arena
Location: Capt. Henry P. Javier, Pasig City

How to get there: Click here.

Photo Credit: stadiumjourney.com

- Meralco Theater is a theater located at the compound of Meralco's main office. 

Location: Meralco Compound, Ortigas Ave., Pasig City

How to get there: CFrom Robinson's Galleria, ride a jeep going to Rosario. Drop off at Meralco.

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7. Pamper yourself with a full body massage in swimming pools of Ace Water Spa and get the maximum health benefits.

Location: United St., cor. Brixton St. near Pioneer, Pasig City

Entrance Fee: Adult P550/P250 (4ft. & below)

Operating Hours: Sun. - Thu. 6am - 10pm/Fri. - Sat. 6am - 11pm

Swimming Attire: Fitted swimwear. More info here. 

How to get there: You may ride the bus or MRT and go down at Shaw Blvd. From there, walk to the jeepney terminal and ride the Jeep going through Pioneer. Go down at Jollibee/Chowking and walk going to Ace Water Spa (source: khyutee.wordpress.com).

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8. Just walk in the park or be more adventurous at Pasig's Rainforest Park - RAVE (Rainforest Adventure Experience)

Location: F. Legaspi Ave., Maybunga, Pasig City 

Operating Hours: 8am - 12am

Rates: Click here.

How to get there: From EDSA take the route going to Pasig Palengke. And then, from Palengke ride a red colored tricycle color at the back of Jollibee. Tell the driver to drop you off at RAVE or Rainforest (source RAVE FB Page).

Photo Credit: RAVE FB Page

9. View a fraction of Pasig, Makati and Manila via Pasig River Ferry. 

Schedule: Mon. - Sat./ 6am (1st trip) 4:15 (last trip)

Rates and Stations: Click here.

Photo CreditL loneytravelogue.com

10. Appreciate vintage artifacts, historical pieces and interesting collections in different museums scattered in Pasig. 

- Pasig City Museum or The Concepcion Mansion

Location: Plaza Rizal, San Jose, Pasig City

Operating Hours: Mon. - Sun./8am -5pm

Rates: Mon. - Fri.: Free/Sat, Sun & Holidays: P5/head 

How to get there: Click here.

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- Dollyjoy Gallery and Museum

Location: 31 C, Raymundo Ave., Caniogan, Pasig City

Operating Hours: Mon. - Sat. (by appointment only/group tour)/8am -5pm

Rates: P200-250/head (minimum of 30pax per tour)

How to get there: Click here.

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- Lopez Museum and Library

Location: G/F Benpres Bldg., Exchange Rd. cor. Meralco Ave., Pasig City

Operating Hours: Mon. - Sat./8am - 5pm

How to get there: Click here (Lopez Museum is beside Tektite)

Photo Credit: travelibre.com

- Meralco Museum

Location: Meralco Technical Services Bldg., Ortigas Ave., Pasig City

How to get there: From Robinson's Galleria, ride a jeep going to Rosario. Drop off at Meralco head office. 

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***I was not commissioned to promote any commercial place. The information listed is based on the personal knowledge of the author supplemented with online research.

****If interested in visiting museums, please contact the museum before you go. Walk-ins may not be allowed without prior appointment.