PHILIPPINE SCIENCE CENTRUM
With its tagline, “the first interactive science center-museum in the Philippines”, the Philippine Science Centrum boasts of being the pioneer alternative learning center in promoting the country’s science literacy and technology application thru its integrative and interactive exhibits. Various non-conventional educational programs and activities are also employed to make learning fun and to be better understood and appreciated by its target clientele. Visit the Philippine Science Centrum and participate in mind-boggling science shows. Be amazed at the different galleries and find out how we make use of the different facets and principles of science and technology in our everyday lives. Open to kids and adults alike.
KAPITAN MOY
The Kapitan Moy ancestral house is the product of architectural evolution. The steep, hip roof, the post and lintel construction, the seemingly light and quite airy structure, and the elevated quarters are features derived from the Philippine style, the "Bahay Kubo". However, its sense of grandeur and solidity the dramatic arrangement of space, the use of masonry and simple ornamental system are its heritage from European architecture.
MARIKINA RIVER PARKS
Most awarded river which set as the Hall of Fame awardee for the Cleanest Inland Body of Water in the Philippines. Marikina River Park is a popular camping site, picnic grounds and recreational park, such as concrete jogging and bike lanes, benches and skating rink. At night, Marikina River Park transforms into a modern nightlife events center because of numerous bars, restaurants, cafés and night clubs along the riverbanks. Other attractions in Marikina River include the Roman Garden, Chinese Pagoda, Youth Camp, Animal Trail, Skating Rink and Women's Park. It is also a traditional venue for the Marikina Christmas Festival which begins annually as early as October.
SHOE MUSEUM
The Shoe Museum was conceived in 1998 under then Mayor Bayani F. Fernando on the assumption that the City, being the Shoe Capital of the Philippines, can be a significant venue for nurturing the historical and cultural values of its shoe industry. It was opened in February 16, 2001 and was initially called the Footwear Museum of Marikina. The building which houses the museum was used as an arsenal during the Spanish period. It was also a detention cell during the Filipino-American war where General Macario Sakay, one of the leaders of the Katipunan, was held. At the latter part of the American regime, it was converted into a motor pool for the American soldiers. After the 2nd World War, the Tuason family used the building as a rice mill for the entire hacienda. Shoemaking is a striking manifestation of Marikenos industry, creativity, passion, and entrepreneurial spirit. The Shoe Museum captures these traits and, in the process, firmly establishes Marikina’s pre-eminent place in the country’s shoemaking industry.