University of the Philippines Arboretum, Quezon City

#77 among attractions in Quezon City

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University of the Philippines Arboretum, also known as UP Arboretum, is a botanical garden located on the campus of the University of the Philippines Diliman in Quezon City, Philippines. It lies at the northern part of the village of U.P. Campus between the U.P.-Ayala Land TechnoHub on Commonwealth Avenue to the south and Central Avenue and the village of Culiat to the north, close to the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute. The 16-hectare man-made forest garden houses a collection of more than 9,000 tropical plants of about 77 unique species. It is one of few rainforests of its size located entirely within Metro Manila. ()

Elevation: 194 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 14°39'36"N, 121°3'6"E

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Quezon City District 4 (University of Philippines Diliman Campus)Quezon City Philippines

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University of the Philippines Arboretum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Oblation Statue, Vargas Museum, Quezon Memorial Shrine, North Avenue.

0.9 miSE
Sculpture, Monuments and statues
Oblation Statue, Quezon City
23 min walk • The Oblation Statue is an iconic landmark situated in the heart of Quezon City, Philippines. It is not only a significant symbol of the University of the Philippines (UP) but has also become a distinguished emblem of academic freedom and the pursuit of knowledge in the...
1.1 miSE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Vargas Museum, Quezon City
29 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...
0.7 miS
Memorial
Quezon Memorial Shrine, Quezon City
18 min walk • The Quezon Memorial Shrine is an enduring symbol of Quezon City, Philippines, and a tribute to its namesake, the second official President of the Philippines, Manuel L. Quezon. This towering monument stands at 66 meters, representing each year of Quezon's life, and is...
1 miSW
Street
North Avenue, Quezon City
26 min walk • North Avenue is a prominent road in Quezon City, one of the major cities comprising the National Capital Region of the Philippines. Serving as a significant thoroughfare in the city, North Avenue is known for its bustling activity and strategic location, connecting...
0.8 miSW
Zoo, Park
Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center, Quezon City
21 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Quezon City, Philippines, the Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center stands as an urban oasis, offering a reprieve from the metropolis's relentless pace. This 22.7-hectare zoological and botanical garden provides a sanctuary for both...
1 miE
Museum
Iglesia ni Cristo Museum, Quezon City
25 min walk • The Iglesia ni Cristo Museum is an ecclesiastical museum located in Quezon City and is owned and operated by the Iglesia ni Cristo. Located in a building Inaugurated in 2019, it is formerly located in the basement of the INC Central Temple. It features the history of the Christian denomination and memorabilia of its founders.
0.7 miS
Museum, History museum
Quezon Heritage House, Quezon City
19 min walk • The Quezon Heritage House is a historic house museum within the grounds of the Quezon Memorial Circle in Quezon City, Philippines. It is situated across the Quezon City Hall.
0.8 miE
Church
INC Central Temple, Quezon City
22 min walk • The Iglesia ni Cristo Central Temple is a main temple of the Philippine-based Christian religion, the Iglesia ni Cristo.
0.6 miS
Museum, History museum
Quezon City Experience, Quezon City
15 min walk • The Quezon City Museum Complex, more commonly known as the QCX Museum or the Quezon City Experience Museum is an interactive and socio-cultural green building-compliant city museum which was inaugurated on November 9, 2015, within the Quezon Memorial Circle in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines.
0.9 miS
City hall
Quezon City Hall, Quezon City
25 min walk • The Quezon City Hall is a government building which houses the office of the Mayor of Quezon City located along the Elliptical Road. The Quezon City Council is housed within the adjacent Legislative Wing.
1.4 miSW
Memorial
Bantayog ng mga Bayani Center, Quezon City
36 min walk • The Bantayog ng mga Bayani, sometimes simply referred to as the Bantayog, is a monument, museum, and historical research center in Quezon City, Philippines, which honors the martyrs and heroes of the struggle against the 21-year dictatorship of former President Ferdinand Marcos.

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Which popular attractions are close to University of the Philippines Arboretum?

Nearby attractions include Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon City (11 min walk), Net 25 Tower, Quezon City (15 min walk), Quezon City Experience, Quezon City (15 min walk), Quezon Memorial Circle, Quezon City (16 min walk).

How to get to University of the Philippines Arboretum by public transport?

The nearest stations to University of the Philippines Arboretum:

Train

University of the Philippines (11 min walk)
Quezon Memorial Circle (16 min walk)

Bus

Philcoa • Lines: 5, 7, Jeepney T392 (11 min walk)
UP Ayala Techno Hub • Lines: 5, 7, Jeepney T392 (12 min walk)