Bonifacio Global City, commonly called BGC, is a modern, planned urban district in Taguig known for its walkable streets, contemporary architecture, art installations, parks, museums, and dining & lifestyle scene. It blends business, shopping, entertainment, and culture in one vibrant area — perfect for sightseeing, food trips, weekend hangouts, and photo excursions.

Snapshot of What BGC Offers

A modern lifestyle district with urban design and outdoor spaces

Culture, art, and street murals around every corner

Parks and open areas for leisure and activity

Shopping and culinary experiences from casual to upscale

Family-friendly and photo-friendly destinations

Community events, street markets, and seasonal activities

City Walks and Outdoors

  • 5th Avenue BGC – A main pedestrian street lined with shops, cafés, murals and greenery & mdash; great for strolling and casual photos.
  • BGC Sign – Classic BGC landmark for memorable pictures with friends or on solo travel.
BGC Sign
  • BGC Murals & Street Art – BGC features dozens of murals and public art installations scattered throughout the streets — perfect backdrops for Instagram and creative shots.
  • Rent a bike or e-scooter to explore the roads and parks.
  • Enjoy casual runs or walks at parks like Track 30th, Terra 28th Park, or Burgos Circle.

Parks and Urban Nature​

  • Jose Yao Campos Park – A green pocket park ideal for relaxing and nature photos.
Jose Yao Campos Park
  • Track 30th – A popular walking and biking path with landscaped scenery — great for active lifestyle photos.
  • BGC Greenway Park – A long linear park connecting parts of BGC — perfect for sunrise/jogging shots.
BGC Greenway Park
  • SM Aura Sky Park – Rooftop garden with views over the city skyline — beautiful at golden hour.
SM Aura Sky Park
  • Fun murals like Soar High Mural, Astronaut Mural at The Courtyard and Save the Planet Art Installation add colorful, creative photo backgrounds.

BGC Portal

BGC Portal

BGC’s Portal is the first-ever Portal in Asia and the sixth worldwide. Now live in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Philippines. It is designed as a pure window between distant countries and cultures, the Manila Portal now offers residents and visitors a way to meet fellow humans from around the world through a 24/7 livestream.

WHERE TO FIND: 5th Avenue, BGC

If you’ve been to Bonifacio High Street lately, you may have noticed a large circular structure quietly drawing a crowd. That’s the Manila Portal, a new public installation in BGC that connects the city to other parts of the world through a real-time video feed.

According to Portals Organization, this is the first Portal in Asia, joining existing ones in Vilnius, Lithuania; Lublin, Poland; Dublin, Ireland; Philadelphia, United States; and Ipswich, United Kingdom, with another one planned in Piauí, Brazil.

Culture and the Arts

  • BGC frequently has pop-up markets, open-air performances, art fairs, and weekend activities — especially around High Street and Serendra.
  • The Mind Museum – A hands-on science museum with over 250 exhibits — both fun and educational, and great for interactive photos.
The Mind Museum
  • BGC Arts Center is at 26th Street, Bonifacio Global City. The Maybank Performing Arts Theater is within the BGC Arts Center. It is easy to spot because of its striking geometric façade. It houses several spaces dedicated for the arts.
    For more information, visit BGC Arts Center at https://www.facebook.com/BGCArtsCenter

Shopping in BGC

BGC is packed with retail and shopping experience.

Check out below:

Mitsukoshi BGC

  • The first Japanese-branded shopping mall in the Philippines.
  • Located right next to Grand Hyatt Hotel, connected by an elevated skywalk.
  • The mall offers a good selection of merchants ranging from designer labels to the best local retail shops as well as renowned Japanese brands.
Mitsukoshi BGC

BGC Restaurant and Dining Areas

Here are some popular restaurants & cafés (great for meals, brunches, or chill spots):

Filipino and Comfort

  • Manam Netpark – Well-loved Filipino comfort food.
  • Locavore | BGC – Modern Filipino favorites.

Casual and Brunch

  • Burnt Bean – Popular café for coffee & brunch vibes.
  • Maker and Made BGC – Great brunch choice.

International & Fine Dining

  • A Mano BGC – Italian cuisine.
  • Tartufo Ristorante – BGC – Italian fine dining.
  • Bolero Restaurant – BGC – Stylish dining spot.
  • Brotzeit BGC – German comfort food.
  • Lore by Chef Tatung – Filipino fine-casual cuisine.

Other Choices

  • Bar Pintxos BGC (Spanish pintxos).
  • The Wholesome Table BGC (healthy options).
  • Purple Rice Forbes Town, BGC and Soi Chicken – BGC for casual eats.

Tips for Visiting & Photos

  • Golden hour (late afternoon) is ideal for skyline and park photos.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes — many spots are best explored on foot.
  • Street art is scattered — keep an eye out around alleys and building corners for hidden murals.