Smart Araneta Coliseum
Complete guide to Smart Araneta Coliseum — hours, entry fee, nearest metro station, nearby attractions, and travel tips.
Timings
Event-dependent
Entry Fee
Event-dependent
Best Time
During events
Nearest Metro
Araneta Center-Cubao
About Smart Araneta Coliseum
The Big Dome is the Philippines' largest indoor arena (16,500 capacity) and one of Asia's most iconic entertainment venues. Venue of the legendary 1975 Thrilla in Manila between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier. Continues to host major concerts, PBA basketball, boxing, and conventions.
How to Reach
Take LRT-2 or MRT-3 to Araneta Center-Cubao Station. Short walk within Araneta City.
By Metro
Nearest station: Araneta Center-Cubao — 0.2 km on the LRT-2.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Smart Araneta Coliseum
History
Built by J. Amado Araneta, opened 1960. Hosted Thrilla in Manila in 1975.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Information
Opening Hours
Event-dependent
Entry Fee
Event-dependent
Type
Entertainment
Best Time to Visit
During events
How to Reach
Take the metro to Araneta Center-Cubao (LRT-2), then a short jeepney, tricycle, or Grab ride.
Location on Map
Activities
Interesting Facts
Venue of Thrilla in Manila 1975
Largest indoor arena in Philippines
Known as the Big Dome
Hosted Michael Jackson and U2
Travel Tips
• Check events calendar
• Buy tickets in advance for popular events
• Accessible from LRT-2 and MRT-3 Cubao
• Arrive early for major events
Nearby Attractions
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Ateneo de Manila University
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