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National Library of the Philippines
The Philippine National Library is a historic institution
4.5 282 reviews 1000 Kalaw Ave, Ermita, Manila, 1000 Metro Manila, Philippines
The Philippine National Library is a historic institution that houses a vast collection of books and resources. It offers spaces for events, ideal for literary gatherings and educational seminars in a scholarly environment.
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National Library of the Philippines in 1000 Kalaw Ave, Ermita, Manila, 1000 Metro Manila, Philippines. PHP6,000 avg. price for typical events. Popular for Workshops, Educational Events. Amenities include Study Rooms, Wi-Fi, Event Space, Research Assistance, Parking. Request a quote to check availability, packages, and date holds. The location offers convenient access for guests and vendors, with flexible layouts to suit seated dinners, cocktail receptions, and hybrid programs.
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WorkshopsEducational Events
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Study RoomsWi-FiEvent SpaceResearch AssistanceParking
Rating: 4.5/5 (282 Google reviews)
- 5.0/5:
Registration is free and only takes around 5 mins. After that, you get a piece of paper with a barcode in it that'll be used to enter the rooms there. You can have your ID printed in a PVC Card for PHP 120.00. At the 2nd floor is the library, it's airconditioned and has plenty of seats and outlets. You need to scan your ID going in and going out.
At the 4th floor is the Childrens Library, and above it is the Gallery. I was not able to go inside the childrens library becasue it's for kids and kids guardians only. The Gallery was really cool, it features important literary works preserved and archived like Jose Rizal's famous works — Noli Mi Tangere, El Filibusterismo, his comics, etc. They also have a copy of the Murillo Velarde map there. There's also a room there where you can see the actual process of archiving and preserving the books.
– Marc Jimenez
- 5.0/5:
Every staff is friendly, professional, and accommodating. It feels like they are inviting you to use their space more often. It has a great amount of resources, with free wifi, and airconditioned. Getting ID is fast and cheap at 120 pesos. The reading area is suitable for studying and locking on. I found a gem I will again once I'm back. Their CR are clean too.
– Halellue Basan
- 5.0/5:
November 2025 Part of the mandate of the library is to offer its facilities for use during weekends. Was able to participate in the yearly NARA conference recently held there where they alloted some time to have a talk about the library and its collections as well as its newly opened Children's wing.
The library is only open for limited times during weekends only.
– Oliver Pe
