Star City PH 101: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
If you’re craving a fun day out in Manila, there’s a theme park right within the capital that boasts a mix of outdoor and indoor attractions perfect for any season!
Located within the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex in Pasay City, Star City is one of those places where you can scream your lungs out on thrill rides, laugh with friends, and even escape the Manila heat for a while. Deemed as the “Philippines’ most loved amusement park,” Star City has something for everyone.
Adrenaline junkie? The Star Flyer is the country’s only inverted roller coaster, and will have you flipping and soaring in no time! If you’re into dizzying fun, the Star Frisbee is guaranteed to leave you laughing — and maybe holding on for dear life! It also has classic attractions like the carousel, a haunted house, and the Giant Star Wheel, where you can witness spectacular city views!
Whether you’re with family, your barkada, or even on a date, Star City has it all — thrills, chills, and everything in between.
Planning to go soon? Here’s everything you need to know.
Best Time to Go
Star City offers more than just air conditioning to beat the heat, which is perfect when it's located in a city that’s warm all year round. Most of its attractions and facilities are located indoors, so it's also ideal to visit during the monsoon season. From rides, attractions like the famed Snow World that allows guests to experience a winter wonderland, shops, and even carnival games, Star City is packed with fun activities to keep you occupied the whole day.
Locals are most likely to visit this amusement park throughout the year due to its central location, so it’s best to avoid weekends and public holidays. It’s also important to note that, unlike other theme parks around Asia, Star City opens and closes its doors later in the day. The park is open Tuesday to Friday from 2 PM to 10 PM, and from 1 PM to 10 PM every Saturday and Sunday.
Getting There
Star City is located within the Cultural Center of the Philippines complex in Pasay City. It’s pretty hard to miss with the massive Ferris Wheel on site and the Aliw Theater standing right next to it.
Its central location makes it easy to reach, being only a few minutes away from many of the capital’s major landmarks. It’s only 15 minutes from the Ninoy Aquino International and domestic airports and Makati City, five minutes from Manila City, and only 15 (via España) to 30 minutes (via EDSA) from Quezon City.
The best and most efficient way to get there would be through point-to-point transportation. You can opt to drive there as parking is available onsite, take a taxi, or book a ride via car-hailing or ride-sharing apps like Grab, Angkas, and Move It.
If you plan to commute, you can ride the LRT and descend at Vito Cruz station. Similarly, for MRT, descend at Taft Ave., transfer to LRT 1, and get off at Vito Cruz station. There are jeepneys available that can drop you off at the main entrance.
If you want to learn more about transportation options in the capital, you can check our travel guide here.
Ticket Information & Prices
Star City only sells two types of tickets, which are both inclusive of the P80 admission fees. The park no longer sells entrance-only fees and instead offers them in a bundle.
The Star Pass is priced at P779, and gives you access to all park rides and attractions, while the Star Pass + Snow World is at P989, with added access to the Snow World attraction. Coin or token-operated rides inside the park are subject to separate fees. Children below 34 inches may also enter for free.
Visiting on your birthday month? You can get a FREE Star Pass, given that you’ll be bringing at least four companions (max. of 10) who will each get a 10% discount on a Star Pass purchase.
Star City has several ticket promos throughout the year, so make sure to check this page for updates.
Where to Buy?
All tickets can be purchased online via the Star City website or onsite at the park’s gate.
Tickets purchased online are valid for 30 days. The site accepts major credit and debit cards (via Paymaya), and payments via PayPal, Dragonpay, GCash, and BPI checkout. Additionally, you can also secure tickets from Klook.
Before Your Visit: Prepare the Essentials
Before we move on to the rides and attractions you can enjoy in this amusement metropolis, here are some important pre-trip reminders to make your visit as smooth and fun as possible.
Once you’ve booked your tickets online, you’ll receive an acknowledgment receipt through your registered email address. It also contains the QR code, which will be scanned upon entry. Should you fail to receive this, you may email helpdesk@starcity.com.ph for assistance or proceed to the Park Relations Desk located at the main entrance during park hours.
As you’ll most likely be going on rides and walking around all day, it’s advisable to wear comfortable footwear and breathable clothing. Yes, it can get warm outdoors, but it can also get seriously cool inside with the air conditioning, so bringing a light jacket can be useful! If you’re planning to go into Snow World, it’s best to avoid shorts, miniskirts, and sleeveless tops.
If you’re worried about carrying too many things on your trip, lockers are available on-site for rent. Small lockers (52cm x 39cm x 10cm) are priced at P30 per three hours, while Big Lockers (52cm x 39cm x 23cm) are priced at P50.
If you’re traveling with toddlers, seniors, or PWDs (Persons with Disabilities), the park also offers wheelchairs, strollers, and scooters for rent. Prices are as follows:
Wheelchair/Stroller (maximum capacity of 25 kg)
- P100 - 1 hour
- P250 - 3 hours
- P399 - Unlimited time
Scooter (maximum capacity of 320 lbs)
- P150 - 1 hour
- P350 - 3 hours
- P550 - Unlimited time
Note: IDs will also be asked for rentals.
Rides and Attractions
Unlike Enchanted Kingdom, Star City isn’t divided into zones and is designed in such a way that it feels like a mini carnival at the heart of the city. While EK beats it by scale and is a better choice for day trips with its large outdoor rides and themed zones, Star City is ideal for quick urban visits and is convenient enough without sacrificing the fun.
With over 31 rides and attractions across two floors, there’s plenty to see and do in this urban wonderland.
Thrill Rides
Star City boasts the country’s only inverted roller coaster, so you’ll definitely feel like flying on the Star Flyer. The suspended coaster design doubles the adrenaline as the ride lifts you up with your feet dangling in every loop and turn at high speed. This ride is not for the faint-hearted!
Another ride for the adrenaline junkies is the Star Frisbee, which literally puts you on a massive frisbee that swings in dizzying height from side to side. As if that isn’t thrilling enough, riders sit on outward-facing seats that spin around. You’ll definitely be seeing double after riding this one!
Every park has its own version of a splash ride, and Star City’s Jungle Splash takes you on a boat ride that snakes through the jungle, then climaxes in a thrilling drop! Fair warning, you will get wet!
Family Rides
Having a fun day with the whole family? Star City has not just one but two carousels in the park, ideal for photos and a good time.
Another standout ride is the Star Wheel, which is the Philippines’ tallest Ferris wheel, offering majestic views of Roxas Boulevard and Manila Bay. This impressive structure stands at 60 meters high with 32 gondolas that can accommodate six passengers each.
If you’re looking for just a little bit of thrill, the Egyptian Spinning Coaster, one of the park’s newest rides, is a great choice. It’s a mini coaster with seats that also spins as it moves. There’s also the Lolly Swing, Star City’s version of the flying swing ride, which is a fan favorite in any theme park.
Unique Attractions
Apart from classic and thrill rides, the park also has some unique attractions that you shouldn’t miss.
Christmas is the country’s longest holiday, and at Star City, you can experience a White Christmas all year round! Snow World features snowy landscapes and ice sculptures, including an icy slide. Talk about ways to cool down from the Manila heat!
Haunted houses are a staple at theme parks, but Gabi ng Lagim is more than your regular scare house. Horror enthusiasts would be thrilled to know that this haunted house allows guests to step into the realm of Filipino horror myths and legends. So yes, it’s extra spooky! We advise taking a friend before daring to step inside.
You can also level up the scare game at the new Scream Avenue 4D Rider, which immerses guests into their worst nightmares through sensory enhancements like moving seats, theatrical fog, and water misters.
The park also has a couple of ‘edutainment’ attractions, such as the Time Warp Adventure, where you can walk through the pages of history through fascinating installations and sculptures, and Dinosaur Alive, which takes you back to prehistoric times with its animatronic dinosaurs!
For a complete list of all their rides and attractions, click here.
Where to Eat
Star City has several food stalls scattered across the park, selling popular amusement park snacks like hot dogs, popcorn, ice cream, cotton candy, and more.
If you’re looking to have a fuller meal for lunch or dinner, the food court is lined with local favorites selling rice meals and other local fare. Some popular food and drink spots include Tropicana Hut, Sizzling Grill, Babzip (Korean Food), Bokki Bokki Korean Fried Chicken, Mezmars & Mau's Chicken Inasal Haus, Ilonggo Cuisine, Hen Lin, Zagu, and more.
Where to Find Souvenirs
Shops can be found upon entering the park, lined up in one long hallway leading to the first floor, where the arcade games are located, as well as some of the rides. Although Star City doesn’t have official merchandise apart from their Star character plushies, you can find a ton of toys, character plushies, clothing, and even phone accessories along this bustling market hub — otherwise known as the local tiangge.
For more information and all the latest park updates, follow Star City on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram.
Location: Star City, Sotto cor. Jalandoni St., Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Complex, Roxas Blvd., Pasay City, Metro Manila
Opening Hours: Tuesdays to Fridays, from 2 PM to 10 PM; Saturdays to Sundays, from 1 PM to 10 PM
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