About Philippine International Convention Center
The Philippine International Convention Center is a major convention and events venue located within the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex along Vicente Sotto Street in Pasay, Metro Manila. Opened in 1976 and designed by National Artist for Architecture Leandro Locsin, it was built to host the IMF-World Bank Annual Meeting. Notable for its Brutalist architecture, it features a Plenary Hall seating over 3,000 and hosts international summits, conferences, concerts and exhibitions overlooking Manila Bay.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large Brutalist-style complex set within the CCP Complex facing Manila Bay. The facility centers on the Plenary Hall, Reception Hall, and multiple meeting and banquet rooms used for conferences, trade shows, graduations, and concerts. Access is generally during scheduled events, exhibitions, or guided visits. The surroundings include landscaped grounds, parking areas, and views of Manila Bay, with nearby cultural venues within walking distance.
Key highlights
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Brutalist architecture designed by National Artist Leandro Locsin
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Plenary Hall with capacity for more than 3,000 delegates
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Reception Hall and multiple meeting and banquet rooms for international events
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