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About Cubao
Cubao is a major commercial and transit district in Quezon City, Metro Manila, spanning parts of the barangays Socorro, San Martin de Porres, E. Rodriguez, Silangan, and Kaunlaran, centered on the Araneta City commercial complex. It's home to Araneta Coliseum, the "Big Dome" - once the world's largest covered arena, and the site of the famous 1975 "Thrilla in Manila" boxing match.
Getting to Cubao
From within Metro Manila
Cubao is one of the city's best-connected transit points: the MRT-3 Araneta Center-Cubao station sits on EDSA, within walking distance of the LRT-2 Cubao station and the Araneta City Bus Terminal for provincial buses.
Arriving from abroad
International visitors fly into Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), then continue to Cubao by taxi or ride-hailing app - around 10-11 miles away, but allow well over an hour given Metro Manila traffic.
Where to Stay in Cubao
With around 84 properties listed, options include:
- Novotel Manila Araneta City and ibis Styles Manila Araneta City - well-reviewed upscale options right in Araneta City.
- Eurotel Vivaldi Araneta, Red Planet Cubao Aurora Boulevard, and Red Hotel Cubao, Quezon City - popular mid-range choices.
- The Sentinel Residences - an apartment-style option for longer stays.
- Astrotel Cubao and Wow Budget Hotel Cubao - straightforward budget-friendly stays.
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Things to Do in Cubao
- Araneta Coliseum - a historic sports and concert arena, still hosting PBA basketball games and major events today.
- Gateway Mall, Ali Mall, and SM (Araneta City) - major shopping and dining complexes, with Ali Mall recognized as the Philippines' first integrated mall.
- Exploring Cubao's markets and street food alongside its malls, for a mix of everyday local life and big-city convenience.
Local Tips
The local currency is the Philippine peso (PHP), though Traveloka displays and books hotel rates in USD - USD isn't widely used for everyday purchases, so bring PHP or a card. Grab is the dominant ride-hailing app across Metro Manila. The Philippines' unified national emergency number is 911.
Entry Requirements Note
Most nationalities, including the US and most of Europe, get visa-free entry for up to 30 days. Indian passport holders get a shorter 14-day visa-free stay (non-extendable) unless they hold a valid visa or residency from the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore, or a Schengen country, in which case a 30-day visa-free stay applies. Always confirm current requirements for your nationality before booking.
Best Time to Visit
The dry season, December through May, is generally the most comfortable, with January through April offering the coolest, least rainy conditions. The wet season, June through November, brings higher humidity and typhoon risk.
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