University of Santo Tomas, Manila

#211 among attractions in Manila

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The University of Santo Tomas is a private, Catholic research university in Manila, Philippines. Founded on April 28, 1611, by Spanish friar Miguel de Benavides, third Archbishop of Manila, it has the oldest extant university charter in the Philippines and in Asia, and is one of the world's largest Catholic universities in terms of enrollment found on one campus. It is the main campus of the University of Santo Tomas System that is run by the Order of Preachers. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 14°36'36"N, 120°59'24"E

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España BoulevardSampalocManila Philippines

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University of Santo Tomas – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: SM Quiapo, Our Lady of Montserrat Abbey, San Sebastian Church, Recto Avenue.

1 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Department store
SM Quiapo, Manila
25 min walk • Nestled in the historic district of Quiapo in Manila, Philippines, SM Quiapo stands as a bustling hub for shoppers seeking a wide variety of goods at affordable prices. This shopping center is strategically located in the heart of the city, making it a convenient...
0.8 miS
Monastery
Our Lady of Montserrat Abbey, Manila
20 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Manila, Our Lady of Montserrat Abbey stands as a serene sanctuary and a spiritual beacon for the Catholic faithful. This monastery, home to the Benedictine monks, is not only a place of worship but also a repository of religious art...
0.7 miS
Landmark Gothic church with tall spires
San Sebastian Church, Manila
19 min walk • San Sebastian Church stands as a unique architectural marvel in the bustling city of Manila, Philippines. This stunning structure is the only all-steel church in Asia and is celebrated for its Gothic Revival design, a rarity in the tropical environment of the...
0.9 miSW
Shopping, Shopping district
Recto Avenue, Manila
23 min walk • Recto Avenue, a vibrant thoroughfare in the heart of Manila, Philippines, is a bustling microcosm of the city's spirit. Known for its dynamic shopping district, this historic avenue stretches from the district of Quiapo to the edge of Divisoria, offering a kaleidoscope...
0.9 miS
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Hidalgo Street, Manila
23 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Manila, Philippines, Hidalgo Street emerges as a vibrant shopping district known for its eclectic mix of goods and historic charm. This bustling thoroughfare, located in the heart of the Quiapo district, is a haven for bargain hunters...
0.5 miSE
Church
Sampaloc Church, Manila
14 min walk • Sampaloc Church or the Archdiocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Loreto is a Roman Catholic Church located along Figueras Street in the district of Sampaloc in the City of Manila.
0.7 miNW
Church
Archdiocesan Shrine of Espiritu Santo, Manila
18 min walk • Espiritu Santo Parish, now known as the Archdiocesan Shrine and Parish of Espiritu Santo, is a Roman Catholic parish belonging to the Archdiocese of Manila that is located along Tayuman Street corner Rizal Avenue, Santa Cruz, Manila, Philippines.
~690 ftSE
Landmark baroque arch built in 1680
Arch of the Centuries, Manila
4 min walk • The Arch of the Centuries is a triumphal arch at the Plaza Intramuros of the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, in the Philippines that stands meters away from the university's Millennium Gate along España Boulevard.
~1900 ftN
Shopping, Market
Dangwa flower market, Manila
10 min walk • Dangwa Flower Market, also known as the Bulaklakan ng Maynila, is a fresh flower market in the Sampaloc area of Manila, in the Philippines.
0.8 miW
Church
Saint Stephen's Parish Church, Manila
21 min walk • Saint Stephen's Parish Church is the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Philippines' Pro-Cathedral serving Chinese communities located in Santa Cruz, Manila in the Philippines. It was established in 1903.
1.1 miSW
Market, Shopping
Quinta Market, Manila
28 min walk • Quinta Market, also known as Quiapo Market and officially called the Quinta Market and Fishport since 2017, is a palengke on Carlos Palanca Street in Quiapo, Manila, in the Philippines, along the banks of the Pasig River.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to University of Santo Tomas?

Nearby attractions include University of Santo Tomas Main Building, Manila (2 min walk), UST Museum of Arts and Sciences, Manila (2 min walk), Lacson Avenue, Manila (4 min walk), Arch of the Centuries, Manila (4 min walk).

How to get to University of Santo Tomas by public transport?

The nearest stations to University of Santo Tomas:

Bus

UST Osmeña Gate • Lines: 311 (5 min walk)
Maria de Leon Trans - Sampaloc Terminal (5 min walk)

Train

España (13 min walk)
Laon Laan (13 min walk)

Light rail

Bambang • Lines: 1 (14 min walk)
Doroteo Jose • Lines: 1 (17 min walk)

Metro

Recto • Lines: 2 (17 min walk)
Legarda • Lines: 2 (17 min walk)

Ferry

Lawton • Lines: Pasig River Ferry (30 min walk)
Escolta • Lines: Pasig River Ferry (33 min walk)