4.15.2015

Things to do in QC

Explore one of the most popular cities in Metro Manila – Quezon City. Those who live in this city need not go far to paint the town red. There are a lot of interesting places to have a simple pleasure to a grand time. 

If you're a Catholic, you might want to start your day hearing mass or visiting a church...

Parish of the Holy Sacrifice
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Cubao Cathedral in Cubao
Monasterio de Sta Clara in Katipunan
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Shrine in New Manila
Parish of the Holy Sacrifice in Diliman
St. Pio of Pietrelcina Chapel in Libis

Giant Malls sprout like mushrooms in key places in this city. Shop, dine and watch a movie all under one roof...
SM North EDSA & Trinoma
Along EDSA: 
SM North-EDSA
Trinoma

Along EDSA-Cubao:
Ali Mall
Gateway Mall
Farmers Flaza
SM Cubao


Along Fairview:
Fairview Terraces
Robinsons Novaliches
SM City Fairview


Along Aurora Boulevard: 
Robinsons Magnolia (near New Manila)
SM City Sta. Mesa 

Others: 
Eastwood Mall in Libis
Ever Gotesco Mall in Commonwealth
Fisher Mall in Quezon Avenue (formerly occupied by the Pantranco Bus Terminal)

Myriad of dining options for foodies…

Eton Centris
Photo Credit: eton.com.ph 
UP-Ayala Land Technohub in Commonwealth Avenue
Royal Place in Don Antonio Drive, Commonwealth Ave (near Ever Gotesco Mall)
Dampa sa Farmers Market in Cubao
Eastwood City Walk in Libis
Eton Centris in EDSA-Quezon Avenue
UP Town Center in Katipunan Avenue
Maginhawa StrEAT Food Park in Maginhawa Street, Diliman
The Z Compound in Malingap Street, Diliman
Flavors Araneta Center in Gateway Park outside Araneta Coliseum (open Fri-Sun 5pm-3am)

Unwind in different bars, restos and nightclubs in the stretch of… 
Libis
Katipunan Avenue
South Triangle
Tomas Morato
UP and Sikatuna Village
West Triangle

During weekends, health-conscious flock in parks to play or exercise to get fit. Families and group of friends also gather here to have picnic and enjoy a little chitchat. You can also witness or participate in several events here...

Quezon Memorial Circle
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Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center in Diliman
Quezon Memorial Circle in Diliman
- Bicycle Station
- Circle of Fun
- Pedal and Paddle
- Quezon Memorial Circle Zipline
UP Campus in Diliman

If there is an opportunity, you can watch variety shows and game shows live in the studios of three largest broadcasting networks in the Philippines. 
ABS-CBN in Sgt. Esguerra St., Diliman
GMA in EDSA-Timog Ave.
TV5 in Novaliches

Enjoy exercising and playing your favorite sports  in recreational facilities…

Amoranto Sports Complex
Amoranto Sports Complex in A. Roces Ave.
Power Up in Cubao and Tandang Sora
Quezon City Sports Club in E. Rodriguez Sr. Ave.

Watch a musical show, theatrical play, sports action and other big events...
Araneta Coliseum in Cubao
Phil. Educational Theater Assoc. (PETA) Theater Center in New Manila
Skydome in SM North EDSA

Take a dip in the water pool and pamper yourself with a full body massage…

Ace Water Spa
Photo Credit: acewaterspa.com.ph
Ace Water Spa in Del Monte Ave.(near cor. Banaue St.)

Give your weekend habit a twist. Solve a mystery; or play laser tag shooting; or have a snapshot with optical spectacles and 3D paintings at the background; or paint and drink with friends; or experience target shooting... 
Art in Island in Cubao
Lazer Maxx in Eton Centris, EDSA-Quezon Ave.
Mystery Manila in E. Rodriguez Jr. Ave.
Sip and Gogh in Capitol Hills 
Stronghand Shooting Range in E. Rodriguez Sr. Ave. 

Are you looking for vintage items; or a rare top; or arts and crafts to add in your collection; or a new laptop or tablet? or car parts and accessories? Chillax and shop at...
Cubao Expo 
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Cubao Expo in Cubao (has vintage and retro shops, arts and crafts boutique, and few small places to chill with friends)
Dapitan Arcade in Dapitan, Sta. Mesa Heights (has wide array of Christmas decors, handicrafts, novelty items, home and gift wares)
Gilmore Commercial Plaza in New Manila (known as the IT Hub)
Banawe, Quezon City (find brand new and second hand car parts and accessories)

*For contact details, more photos, reviews and other information, click the places in red font. 
**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.

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