Planning to book a room at a hotel in Pasay City for your holiday in Metro Manila, Philippines? Then visiting the renowned Roxas Boulevard shouldn't leave your to-do list. Along this well-known thoroughfare, you will come across some of the region's most interesting attractions. And in this article, we're giving you the 5 most notable destinations.
1. Baclaran
An enchanting melting pot of commerce and religion, Baclaran is located at the south end of the boulevard. It is most crowded every Sunday and Wednesday — which is considered as Baclaran day — because it is the home of the National Shrine of Our Mother of Perpetual Help (also known as Redemptorist Church). Surrounding the church is a bargain district that is perfect for budget-conscious shoppers in town. In this haven, you will come across low-priced goods, such as clothes, shoes, bags, appliances, and kitchenware.
2. Midas Hotel and Casino
Midas Hotel and Casino is the city's newest center for luxury accommodations and superb entertainment. What could be described as a piece of Las Vegas that landed in the city, this accommodation features a casino that showcases world-class gaming equipment. Along with this, the luxury design hotel also offers plush guestrooms, 2 noteworthy restaurants, and first-rate event venues. Furthermore, the hotel is located near SM Mall of Asia, making shopping escapades only a short drive away.
3. Star City
The 35,000-square-meter Star City amusement park is one of the most popular attractions among families and groups of friends visiting the metropolis. With its good line-up of rides, this destination is where both kids and adults can enjoy having fun while spending quality time together. Some of its stations are the Land of Giants, Winter Funland, 4D Max Rider, and a well-equipped laser tag arena. For the brave of heart, the park also features horror-inspired attractions, which include Gabi ng Lagim, Kilabot ng Mummy, and Dungeon.
4. Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex
One of the country's most treasured landmarks is also found along this major thoroughfare — the 88-hectare Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Complex. The edifice that serves as its centerpiece is where some of the biggest exhibitions, festivals, stage plays, musical concerts, and ballet performances are held. Also found in the complex are other equally remarkable facilities like the Tanghalang Francisco Balagtas (Folk Arts Theater) and the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC).
5. Luneta
Undoubtedly the most significant historic urban park in the Philippines, Luneta is dedicated to the country's national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal. This place is known all over the country not only for being the site of the hero's execution but also for being where the nation's independence from the American Occupation was declared. Because of its importance to the country and its people, it has become one of the default first destinations among history-loving tourists staying in hotels in Pasay City, Manila, and other nearby areas.
