De La Salle University, Manila

Name: De La Salle University
Address: 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila, 1004, Philippines
Telephone: +63 2 524 4611

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Facts and practical information

De La Salle University, also referred to as DLSU, De La Salle or La Salle, is a private, Catholic coeducational research university run by the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools in Taft Avenue, Malate, Manila, Philippines. It was established by the Christian Brothers in 1911 as the De La Salle College in Nozaleda Street, Paco, Manila with Blimond Pierre Eilenbecker, FSC serving as director, and is the first De La Salle school in the Philippines. The institution moved to its present location in 1921. The college was granted university status on February 19, 1975, and is the oldest constituent of De La Salle Philippines, a network of 16 educational institutions, established in 2006 replacing the De La Salle University System. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 14°33'55"N, 120°59'35"E

Address

2401 Taft AvenueMalateManila 1004 Philippines

Contact

+63 2 524 4611

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De La Salle University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Star City, Manila Zoo, Metropolitan Museum of Manila, Jesus Is Lord Church Worldwide.

0.8 miSW
Amusement park
Star City, Pasay
21 min walk • Star City is a 35,000 m² amusement park in Pasay, Philippines. It is located in the reclaimed area of the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex, part of Bay City.
~1770 ftW
Zoo, Park, Outdoor activities
Manila Zoo, Manila
9 min walk • Manila Zoo, an urban oasis nestled in the heart of Manila, Philippines, stands as a cherished recreational spot for both locals and tourists. Founded in 1959, this 5.5-hectare park serves as a sanctuary for a variety of animal species and a green lung for the bustling...
0.5 miSW
Museum, Art museum
Metropolitan Museum of Manila, Manila
13 min walk • The Metropolitan Museum of Manila, fondly referred to as the Met, stands as a cultural stronghold in the heart of the Philippines' bustling capital city. Established in 1976, the museum is a beacon of art and history, dedicated to collecting, studying, and presenting...
~1490 ftNW
Church
Jesus Is Lord Church Worldwide, Manila
8 min walk • Jesus Is Lord Church Worldwide, or more commonly known as Jesus Is Lord Church, is a Christian megachurch based in the Philippines.
~970 ftE
Theater, Art Deco architecture
Saint Cecilia's Hall, Manila
5 min walk • Saint Cecilia's Hall is a concert hall in Manila, Philippines. Opened in 1932, it is attached to St. Scholastica's College, Manila and is a noted example of Art Deco architecture.
0.4 miSW
Forts and castles
Fort San Antonio Abad, Manila
12 min walk • Fort San Antonio Abad is a fortification located in the Malate district of the City of Manila completed in 1584 during the Spanish Colonial Period in the Philippines.
0.7 miW
Square, Park
Plaza Rajah Sulayman, Manila
17 min walk • Plaza Rajah Sulayman, also known as Rajah Sulayman Park, is a public square in Malate, Manila. It is bounded by Roxas Boulevard to the west, San Andres Street to the south, and Remedios Street to the north. The plaza is considered the center of Malate as it fronts the Malate Church, the main church of the district.
0.8 miN
Street
Quirino Avenue, Manila
20 min walk • President Elpidio Quirino Avenue, more commonly known as Quirino Avenue, is a 6-10 lane divided highway in Manila, Philippines.
0.5 miNW
Street, Park
Remedios Circle, Manila
14 min walk • Remedios Circle, also known as the Plaza de la Virgen de los Remedios, Remedios Rotonda, and Rotary Circle, is a traffic circle in Malate, Manila in the Philippines, serving as the intersection between Remedios Street, Jorge Bocobo Street and Adriatico Street.
0.8 miNW
Universities and schools
St. Paul University Manila, Manila
20 min walk • The St. Paul University Manila, also referred to as SPUM or SPU Manila, is a private, Catholic coeducational university. It was previously an all-girls' school and turned co-ed beginning school year 2005-2006.
0.7 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Aliw Theater, Pasay
19 min walk • The Aliw Theater is an events venue in Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines. It is located in the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex, adjacent to the Star City amusement park and the Manila Broadcasting Company.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is De La Salle University open?

De La Salle University is open:

Monday 8 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 8 pm
Thursday 8 am - 8 pm
Friday 8 am - 8 pm
Saturday 8 am - 8 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to De La Salle University?

Nearby attractions include St. La Salle Hall, Manila (3 min walk), Taft Avenue, Manila (3 min walk), Chapel of the Most Blessed Sacrament, Manila (4 min walk), Saint Cecilia's Hall, Manila (5 min walk).

How to get to De La Salle University by public transport?

The nearest stations to De La Salle University:

Bus

De La Salle University - Manila • Lines: 403 (2 min walk)
Vito Cruz • Lines: 17, 39, 6, T3138 (6 min walk)

Light rail

Vito Cruz • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Quirino • Lines: 1 (10 min walk)

Train

Vito Cruz (18 min walk)
San Andres (18 min walk)