Philippine General Hospital (PGH)
Complete guide to Philippine General Hospital (PGH) — hours, entry fee, nearest metro station, nearby attractions, and travel tips.
Timings
24 hours (emergency); OPD: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM weekdays
Entry Fee
Government-subsidized
Best Time
Early morning for OPD
Nearest Metro
Pedro Gil
About Philippine General Hospital (PGH)
The largest government hospital in the Philippines and primary teaching hospital of UP Manila. Handles over 600,000 outpatient visits and 50,000 admissions annually. Serves as the hospital of last resort for indigent patients, embodying public service in Philippine medicine.
How to Reach
Take LRT-1 to Pedro Gil Station. PGH is along Taft Avenue.
By Metro
Nearest station: Pedro Gil — 0.4 km on the LRT-1.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Philippine General Hospital (PGH)
History
Established in 1907 during the American colonial period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Information
Opening Hours
24 hours (emergency); OPD: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM weekdays
Entry Fee
Government-subsidized
Type
Hospital
Best Time to Visit
Early morning for OPD
How to Reach
Take the metro to Pedro Gil (LRT-1), then a short jeepney, tricycle, or Grab ride.
Location on Map
Activities
Interesting Facts
Largest government hospital in Philippines
600,000+ outpatient visits annually
Primary teaching hospital of UP Manila
Hospital of last resort for indigent patients
Travel Tips
• Important to know for medical emergencies
• Near LRT-1 Pedro Gil Station
• OPD very crowded, arrive early
Nearby Attractions
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Paco Park
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Robinsons Place Manila
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Manila Doctors Hospital
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University of the Philippines Manila
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Manila Ocean Park
Entertainment
Our Lady of Remedios Church (Malate Church)
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Museo Pambata (Children's Museum)
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Rizal Park (Luneta Park)
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National Museum of Anthropology
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National Museum of Fine Arts
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