Cubao Travel Guide

 
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  • Araneta Center, Cubao
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Explore Cubao

Things to Do  

Gateway

Gateway, Cubao

 nixca316 Says:  When I was a little girl my only choices were: 1) Rustan's (Thank God it's in Gateway)2) Ali Mall (well, it's still there where it is)3) SM Cubao (still there)4) Farmer's Market (still there)5)CubaoX (Marikina Shoe Expo)...about to be gone because of Manhattan Gardens City,... 

Camp Aguinaldo, my 1st Philippine Backyard

Camp Aguinaldo, my 1st Philippine Backyard, Cubao

 nixca316 Says:  There are lots to do here. The Department of National Defense is here, The Philippine Logistics Command, The National Defense College, etcetera, etcetera...Oh, you can play golf here (our house was very near the golf course...it was our playground), you can inline skate... 

After Dinner Constitutional

After Dinner Constitutional, Cubao

 monina_c Says:  After dinner in one of the numerous restaurants in Araneta Center, you can take your constitutional around the area. It is well-lit and relatively safe. : ) 

Hotels  

The Eurotel Araneta: For the budget traveler or backpacker

The Eurotel Araneta: For the budget traveler or backpacker, Cubao

 nixca316 Says:  It was okay...not the best, but it was fine. We had a function then it was too late to go home. The rooms are clean. =)(the rates change per season, but it's one of the lowest of its kind) Fax: +63(2) 912-6735All major credit cards are accepted37 Guest RoomsAMENITIES &... 

Sogo,Aurora Boulevard: Fernandina88

Sogo,Aurora Boulevard: Fernandina88, Cubao

 marissa71 Says:  -www.fernandina88.com.ph-www.regaliagroup.com.ph-Sogo Hotel,Edsa, Cubao-913-4435, 913-4449 Pls just check out the sites.DailyWeeklyMonthly -Fernandina88 is in P.Tuazon St.,Across Ali Mall-Two Sogo Hotels in Cubao(Auroral Blvd & Edsa)-Fersal Apartelle in P.Tuazon,after Ali... 

Restaurants  

Super Bowl of China- Gateway: Chinese food w/o MSG (according to them)

Super Bowl of China- Gateway: Chinese food w/o MSG (according to them), Cubao

 nixca316 Says:  This place is almost always full during lunch and dinner, but during "dead hours" within mall time, you will appreciate its spaciousness. The servers are friendly and will give you full attention during these "dead hours", but when the place is full, they get a bit rattled... 

KKK: Food Revolution

KKK: Food Revolution, Cubao

 monina_c Says:  The restaurant is well appointed and clean. The decor is made out of native materials and I loved the light treatments with blue bottles. :)The crew are neatly dressed and well-trained.The food is reasonable priced and delicious. All dishes are for sharing. :) I loved the... 

Transportation  

Metro Rail Transit

Metro Rail Transit, Cubao

 nixca316 Says:  From Makati (Ayala Station) up to Cubao-Araneta Station, the fare is 12 Pesos, From Cubao-Araneta Station, to Ayala Station, is 12 Pesos again. There's a special section for the elderly, for women and the handicapped. (well, it's more of an EL train than a subway, but...) =) 

Ride the Metro Rail Transit

Ride the Metro Rail Transit, Cubao

 marissa71 Says:  From Makati Ride a Bus w/ sign CubaoMRT from Ayala or Buendia to CubaoFrom Quezon City(North)MRTPublic utility jeep(look for the Sign:Cubao)From Quezon City(West)MRTPublic Utility Jeep w/ sign Cubao FXFrom MarikinaMRTFX/Bus/PUJ w/ sign Cubao 

Shopping  

Gateway Mall: For the Sophisticated Shopper
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Gateway Mall is complete environment designed for the sophisticated shopper. Housed in a five level building with a small indoor floating oasis/garden at the center, the mall offers the good choices of shopping stores, dining restaurants and entertainment centers.

What to buy: Shoppers can buy a lot of things, from the various Mens' and Ladies' clothes shop, Shoes and Bags, Children's wear, sports and hobby shops and bookstores. There is also a Rustan's Supermarket at the second level where you can buy your grocery needs, meat, fresh veggies and fruits, dried fish, etc.

The Mall also offers a state of the art Cinema Complex. They have 10 luxuriously appointed movie theatres with 60ft wide screen. There is one Theatre there that has La-Z Boy seats with Vista ticketing system for hassle-free ticket purchase.

The fastfood is located near the cinemas and Timezone.

There is also a chapel that offers masses daily and 3 masses on Sunday.

What to pay: Spending depends on the quantity of things you'd like to purchase. The food in the fast food centers are comparable, a P150 would let you have a standard meal. There are also a lot of named restaurants but of course the meals there are much expensive than that of the fastfood, considering too the ambiance of these restaurant.

There is a coffee shop located at the center of the oasis i mentioned earlier.

Almost all of the shops there accepts credit cards. There are also a lot of Foreign Exchange counters nearby.

Written Mar 27, 2008

Address: Gateway Mall is at the Araneta Center, Cubao Quezo

Phone: 672-9124050

Website: www.gatewaymall.com.ph

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Warnings and Dangers  

Don't walk alone at night
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If it's just Araneta Center, it's a generally safe place...most of the places are safe, but you'll never know if there are lurkers there....don't pass the streets without lamposts...it's better safe than sorry, right?

If you don't have a choice but to walk alone, be sure to pass by busy roads.

Written Mar 4, 2007

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Tourist Traps  

Some places are crowded
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Since Quezon City is a big place, there are a lot of people, residents and as well as passers by.
The Araneta Center is one of those places jammed pack specially on holidays, and the night before a long weekend vacation. A lot of travelers go to the place to their rides back to their hometowns.

When there's too much crowd, there are more chances of snatchers.

Unique Suggestions: Don't go with the masses. Schedule your visits on these places on regular days...weekends are Ok as long as not on those described above.

Fun Alternatives: Stay at home or go to another place. You can go to other malls nearby.

Updated May 24, 2010

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Favorites  

The Carnival @ Araneta Center

The Carnival @ Araneta Center, Cubao

 julia_r Says:  Araneta Center, Quezon City being the center of Quezon City has links to many places, far or near. Its like everything you need is there...being older too than Makati City...it has transformed its old look to a new vibrant atmosphere making it competitive to the other... 

Cubao, REBORN!

Cubao, REBORN!, Cubao

 marissa71 Says:  *Gateway*Gateway Cineplex*Bistro's Garden*Eat my favorite food in Jumbo Jap,Fastfood Center of Gateway*Taco Bell*Clowns in Araneta*Araneta Coliseum Oh Im always here...bec. the building where I work lies in the busy place of Cubao. Huge changes had transpired before & after... 

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