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Cultural Center of the Philippines
Gallery4.5 · 3 4623.9 · 135≈ 1 h 45 min3.6 km from the center
The premier performing arts institution of the Philippines, set on reclaimed land along Roxas Boulevard in Manila. Its flagship Main Building, designed in 1969 by National Artist Leandro Locsin, is an internationally acclaimed masterpiece of brutalist architecture, featuring a massive floating travertine block over cascading fountains. The complex hosts national orchestras, ballet companies, and art galleries.
Highlights
- Iconic brutalist architecture designed by Leandro Locsin
- Home to the Philippine Philharmonic and Ballet Philippines
- Contemporary art galleries and rotating cultural exhibits
- Spacious seaside grounds overlooking scenic Manila Bay
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 08:00 – 22:00 |
| Wed | 08:00 – 22:00 |
| Thu | 08:00 – 22:00 |
| Fri | 08:00 – 22:00 |
| Sat | 08:00 – 22:00 |
| Sun | 08:00 – 22:00 |
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