10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Quezon City That You Shouldn't Miss

February 14, 2022 Jana Sager

Quezon City (/ˈkɛzɒn/ KEZ-on; Filipino: Lungsod Quezon, Tagalog pronunciation: [luŋˈsod ˈkɛːson]; Spanish: Ciudad Quezón [sjuˈðað keˈson]; also known as QC or Kyusi) is the most populous city in the Philippines. It was founded by and named after Manuel L. Quezon, the 2nd President of the Philippines, to replace Manila as the national capital. The city eventually became the capital of the Philippines from 1948 until 1976.
Restaurants in Quezon City

1. University of the Philippines

Off Commonwealth Avenue Diliman, Quezon City, Luzon 2004 Philippines 63 2 920 5301 http://www.updiliman.com/
Excellent
55%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 352 reviews

University of the Philippines

Reviewed By cartan88 - Quezon City, Philippines

The University of the Philippines (UP) is home and alma mater to some of the country's best and brightest. It has been on the road to putting up new buildings and infrastructure in recent years due to newly found funding from the private sector. Shown in the picture is the UP Ampitheater, one of the more recent structures in the campus. The UP loop is a popular destination for joggers and bikers since half the road is dedicated to them. It is most popular especially on Sundays when the UP loop is totally closed off to motor vehicles.

2. Art in Island

175 15th Ave. Cubao, Quezon City, Luzon 1109 Philippines +63 2 421 1356 http://www.facebook.com/artinisland
Excellent
52%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 403 reviews

Art in Island

Reviewed By darrenbK493NG

This place is a lot of fun to visit with some great pictures to be had best shared with either friends or a loved one!

3. Sining Kamalig

Upper Ground Floor, Ali Mall, Araneta Center, Quezon City, Luzon Philippines +63 2 622 1325 [email protected] http://www.worldexperience.ph/art
Excellent
70%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
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4.5 based on 79 reviews

Sining Kamalig

Sining Kamalig has transformed from a gallery space towards pop ups . Our exhibits will be all over Metro Manila, due to collaborations we have with other places. Our mission is to let everyone discover art, young or old, Filipino or non-Filipino. We are not bound to stable place. Everywhere in Metro Manila, you can enjoy the beautiful and interesting changing exhibition of Filipino artists. Most recognised artists but also upcoming artists have exhibited and are still active in Sining Kamalig. You can find us on Facebook for the latest exhibits. Do you want to discover it yourself and get inspired?

4. Church of the Gesu

Loyola Heights, Quezon City, Luzon Philippines
Excellent
52%
Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 21 reviews

Church of  the Gesu

5. Mt. Carmel Shrine

Broadway Avenue New Manila, Quezon City, Luzon Philippines (632) 7245938 [email protected] http://www.mtcarmelshrine.com/
Excellent
68%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 31 reviews

Mt. Carmel Shrine

6. Monasterio de Santa Clara

1040 Katipunan Avenue Barangay Loyola Heights, Quezon City, Luzon 1108 Philippines +63 2 913 5159
Excellent
68%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
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Terrible
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Monasterio de Santa Clara

Reviewed By jonac676 - Manila, Philippines

I was truly impressed by its well manicured gardens and the serene atmosphere that it offers. The Poor Clares have always lived up to the ideals of simplicity and deep love of God. The prayerful ambience got me. I knelt and whispered my most fervent prayers.

7. Quezon Memorial Circle

Elliptical Road, Quezon City, Luzon Philippines +63 950 273 9596 http://www.gov.ph/quezonmemorial
Excellent
25%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
28%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 408 reviews

Quezon Memorial Circle

This large circular park is a good place to go for a morning walk or jog or simply for stroll. It also has a museum at the center dedicated to the city's founder, Manuel L. Quezon.

Reviewed By tmp6699

If you just want to chill, hangout, and enjoy nature with your family and friends, Quezon Memorial Circle is a good place to go to. A lot of activities to do such as zumba, ballroom, boxing, food trip, bazaar shopping, plant buying or just simply appreciating nature and being at peace.

8. La Mesa Eco Park

La Mesa Dam Compound Greater Lagro, Quezon City, Luzon 1118 Philippines +63 2 430 5207 https://www.facebook.com/pages/La-Mesa-Eco-Park/334461646643820?hc_location=timeline
Excellent
25%
Good
49%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 285 reviews

La Mesa Eco Park

Reviewed By Victorianlad - Melbourne, Australia

I caught a GRAB prebooked modern car from near GMA railway station at a weekday peak cost of P374. As there were no traffic jams at 0900 hours on a Thursday, in 25 minutes I was at the park. Entrance was P50. The aged in her 20s Filipina spoke excellent English. The park has a typical 1000 visitors on a weekend day but only 200 or so on most non-holiday weekdays. Bring water and a hat as even at 1000 hours it was humid and very warm. A lot of the park is in shade, but not all. I did not experience any mosquitoes but insect repellent may be another wise item to carry. I inspected the butterfly house at an extra cost of P60. There were about 30 flying of three species. In summer, from March, a larger aviary is opened. The park covers 73 hectares and has benefited hugely from thousands of trees and understorey planted since 2001. The forest trails were unsigned but terrific, with dense canopies. I saw some colourful birds including a yellow-bellied flycatcher. One really felt a million miles away from Metro Manila. There are two swimming pool complexes. The one that was open has about an eight lane, 50 metre pool that was very clean and looked inviting. Entrance was P80. There are refreshment kiosks with food prices as low as P15. A 330ml can of Coke was P40. The flower terraces have views of La Mesa dam. A lot of schoolchildren were visiting on this weekday and were noisy, but did not seem to walk into the forest. This is a great attraction. An oasis away from the traffic and congestion of the Metro Manila area. It is not open on Christmas Day and possibly not on Good Friday, but apart from that opens 363 days a year 0800 - 1700. Arriving early gives the best chance to see birds, particularly if one has binoculars. Some of the trees are 30 metres tall, at least. I walked to the bridge (where there was a friendly guard who spoke good English) and eventually found a tricycle to the Jollibee (and other restaurants) complex on Pearl Drive. The fare was P30. I then caught a taxi to my other Quezon City destination.

9. Ace Water Spa

399 Del Monte Avenue, Quezon City, Luzon Philippines +63 2 367 8040 [email protected] http://www.acewaterspa.com.ph/
Excellent
35%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 193 reviews

Ace Water Spa

Reviewed By johnlesterb460

It's our first time to try this kind of relaxation and I can say the overall experience was great, filled with fun and joy especially for families. If you're stressed with your life in the Metro "This is the place to be" =)

10. Tiendesitas

Ortigas Avenue cor. E. Rodriguez Ave., Quezon City, Luzon 1110 Philippines 635-5680 http://www.tiendesitas.com.ph/directory.asp
Excellent
21%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
33%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 58 reviews

Tiendesitas

Reviewed By HMix - Taguig City, Philippines

In the midst of furniture shops, you’ll find this resto tucked in the corner with cats in cages. People might think it’s a cat cafe, but it’s an Italian resto, an under-rated one if you ask me. More about why there are cats in cages. We ordered spaghetti aglio and vegetarian pizza. It was unexpectedly delicious. Price range is ok for the servings; and did I mention it was delicious. Oh and there was a German Shepherd dog on the couch, don’t worry its well secured he wouldn’t be able to get to you, just stay clear of the couch area. We have been told that these were rescued puspin ????(local cats) as rescued by the owner herself. So if you are an animal lover who also loves Italian food, this is a place to be. If you just love ????Italian food then it’s also a good place to dine.

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