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Paco Park

San Marcelino & General Luna Sts, Manila, Luzon, Philippines
3027381
Ranked #16 of 71 attractions in Manila
4.0 of 5 stars 20 Reviews
Type: Parks, Religious Sites
Description: This former cemetery is now a manicured park and venue for fairs and concerts featuring local artists and musicians.
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Melbourne, Australia
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798 reviews 798 reviews
Reviews in 55 cities Reviews in 55 cities
300 helpful votes 300 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Paco Park was a nice little circular park, surrounded by old walls and with a fort-like feel to it. The gardens were pretty simple and the flowers were looking a little dry and past their best. It was nice to find a little peace and quiet, likely as the $5 peso entry fee kept the loafers out. But overall Paco... More

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London, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
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The "park" is actually inside a circular cemetery where the stone walls house the burial chambers. It's quite small, but nicely kept. There are services held there, and events like dancing fountains. Because it's within circular walls. you can always find shade! The park is thought to be the first burial place of Dr. Rizal and there is a memorial... More

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San Pablo, Laguna, Philippines
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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Paco Park used to be a cultural center in Manila. But it has since been forgotten. Wake up call to the City Government of Manila to refurbish this landmark. More

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東京
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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Afternoon, for reading books or coffee break, you may have enjoyable time to stay'n More

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Baguio, Philippines
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012
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anyone who visits this place have a feeling and imagination of how life is during the spanish era. More

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Romblon Island, Philippines
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012
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Sometimes they have classical music concerts here , a quiet place More

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Las Pinas
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189 reviews 189 reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
65 helpful votes 65 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012
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It is surrounded by a circular wall, lots of old trees, an old church and places to sit. There are concerts and musical presentations at the church and the huge center court. More

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muntinlupa city
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012
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It's newest Park...a meeting place for every one.Their view are very romantic approach. More

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manila
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62 reviews 62 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012
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they did manage to retain its original looks and ark is very clean. not much to see though but entrance fee is dirt cheap just over a dollar. More

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See 21 more reviews by rossManila for Manila
South Pole
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29 reviews 29 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012
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A good one to go to and a safe place to be. A bit rundown compared to parks in Makati. More

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