Manila Observatory, Quezon City

Name: Manila Observatory
Address: Quezon City, Philippines

#33 among attractions in Quezon City

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The Manila Observatory is a non-profit research institute housed on the campus of the Ateneo de Manila University in Quezon City, Philippines. It was founded by the Society of Jesus, commonly known as the Jesuits, in 1865 as the Observatorio Meteorológico del Ateneo Municipal de Manila. It was later renamed Observatorio Meteorológico de Manila. It has done weather forecasting and earthquake research and today researches seismic and geomagnetic phenomena as well as radio and solar physics. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1865 (159 years ago)Coordinates: 14°38'10"N, 121°4'41"E

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Quezon City District 3 (Loyola Heights)Quezon City Philippines

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Day trips

Manila Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: SM City Marikina, Marcos Bridge, Church of the Gesù, Novaliches Cathedral.

0.8 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
SM City Marikina, Marikina
20 min walk • SM City Marikina is a sprawling shopping center nestled in the city of Marikina, Philippines. This vast retail and entertainment complex, opened in 2008, has become a go-to destination for both locals and visitors looking for a comprehensive shopping experience.
0.8 miSE
Bridge
Marcos Bridge, Marikina
20 min walk • Spanning the Marikina River, the Marcos Bridge is a prominent girder bridge located in the city of Marikina, Philippines. Known for its robust design, the bridge plays a vital role in the city's infrastructure, connecting various districts and serving as a critical...
~1650 ftNE
Iconic church known for its design
Church of the Gesù, Quezon City
8 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Quezon City, Philippines, the Church of the Gesù presents a spiritual oasis that stands as a modern architectural marvel. This church, situated within the Ateneo de Manila University campus, is not only a place of worship but also a...
0.6 miSW
Church
Novaliches Cathedral, Quezon City
15 min walk • Novaliches Cathedral, formally known as the Cathedral Shrine and Parish of the Good Shepherd, stands as a spiritual beacon in the bustling district of Novaliches in Quezon City, Philippines. This significant religious edifice serves as the seat of the Diocese of...
1.4 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Vargas Museum, Quezon City
36 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the University of the Philippines Diliman campus in Quezon City, the Jorge B. Vargas Museum stands as a beacon of art and culture in the bustling metropolis of Metro Manila. Established in 1987, this museum is a treasure trove of Philippine...
1.1 miN
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
PAGASA Observatory, Quezon City
29 min walk • The PAGASA Observatory, situated in the heart of Quezon City, Philippines, is a beacon of meteorological and astronomical research in the region. This scientific facility is operated by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration...
~1500 ftN
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Ateneo Art Gallery, Quezon City
8 min walk • The Ateneo Art Gallery is a museum of modern art of the Ateneo de Manila University. It is the first of its kind in the Philippines. It serves as an art resource for the university community and the general public as well.
1.2 miW
Street
Anonas Street, Quezon City
32 min walk • Anonas Street is a street located in Quezon City, Philippines. It is a notable road in a generally north-south orientation between the intersection with Madasalin Street in Diliman and the junction with Aurora Boulevard in Project 3.
~1530 ftN
Library
Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City
8 min walk • The Ateneo de Manila University, also known simply as the Ateneo de Manila, the Ateneo, or AdMU, is a private, research, basic and higher education institution founded and run by the Society of Jesus in Quezon City, Philippines.
1.7 miNW
Bridge
UP Diliman AGT, Quezon City
44 min walk • The University of the Philippines Diliman AGT was an automated guideway transit system constructed for technology demonstration within the campus of the University of the Philippines in Diliman, Quezon City in the Philippines.
0.9 miE
Park
Marikina River Park, Marikina
22 min walk • The Marikina River Park is a system of parks, trails, open spaces and recreation facilities along an 11-kilometer stretch of the Marikina River in Marikina, eastern Metro Manila, Philippines.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Manila Observatory?

Nearby attractions include Ateneo Art Gallery, Quezon City (8 min walk), Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City (8 min walk), American Historical Collection, Quezon City (8 min walk), Church of the Gesù, Quezon City (8 min walk).

How to get to Manila Observatory by public transport?

The nearest stations to Manila Observatory:

Bus

E-jeep AGS Station (4 min walk)
Superlines Bus Depot (6 min walk)

Metro

Katipunan • Lines: 2 (13 min walk)
Anonas • Lines: 2 (27 min walk)