CONTACT INFORMATION
Quezon City Tourism Department
- QCTD
- 8th Floor Civic Center Building A, Quezon City Hall, Elliptical Road, Diliman, Quezon City
- 8988-4242 local 8841 to 8846
- [email protected]
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Office Hours
Monday to Friday
8:00 AM -5:00 PM
About Us
Description
The QC Tourism Department (QCTD) is the primary planning, programming, coordinating, implementing, and regulatory local government department focusing on the development and promotion of the tourism industry within the territorial jurisdiction of Quezon City.
Mission
To promote Quezon City as a world-class tourism destination.
Vision
A vibrant and sustainable tourism industry for leisure, events, conference, and business tourism with globally competitive products and services.
Legal Bases
- QC Ordinance No. SP7164, Series 1967 – Ordinance Creating The Cultural Affairs Office Under The Office Of The City Mayor, Quezon City, For The Purpose Of Promoting, Preserving, And Encouraging The Cultural Resources And Artistic Wealth Of Quezon City.
- QC Ordinance No. SP189, Series 1994 – An Ordinance Providing For The Rules And Regulations Governing The Establishment, Operation And Maintenance Of All Tourism-Oriented And Tourism-Related Business In Quezon City And Prescribing Penalties For Violations Thereof.
- QC Ordinance No. SP2218, Series 2013 – An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. SP-2197, S-2013 Or Otherwise Known As “The Quezon City Tourism Department Ordinance”, Providing For The Reorganization Of Plantilla Positions As Stated In The Qualification Standards Of CSC M.C. No. 1, S-1997 And Delineating The Functions Of The Quezon City Tourism Department.
- QC Ordinance No. SP2197, Series 2013 – An Ordinance Creating The Quezon City Tourism Department, Defining Its Powers And Functions Appropriating Funds Thereof And Other Purposes.
- QC Ordinance No. SP2748, Series 2018 – An Ordinance Repealing Section 2 Of Ordinance No. SP-2218, S-2013 Incorporating The Cultural And Tourism Affairs Office, The Cultural Affairs Division And The Quezon City Symphonic Band From The Office Of The City Mayor Into The Quezon City Tourism Department And For Other Purposes
Service Pledge
Be efficient in doing our tasks of serving the tourism, culture and arts, and heritage sectors – we will network with these sectors and seek to do developmental programs with less cost in less time.
Work with integrity whenever and wherever – we will do the right things to establish trust among stakeholders.
Be hospitable to all kinds and types of people, rich or poor, locals or foreigners, educated and uninformed – everybody will receive the same kind of experience with us.
Attend to all applicants or requesting parties who are within the premises of the office prior to the end of official working hours and during lunch break.
Services
- Issuance of Tourism Certificate of Registration/Endorsement for Accreditation to Department of Tourism (DOT)
The Tourism Certificate of Registration/Endorsement for Accreditation is issued to tourism establishments that submitted the minimum requirements and paid the corresponding registration. The certification contains basic information about the tourism establishment and certifies that the establishment is registered with QC Tourism Department.
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- Issuance of Tour Guide’s ID/Certificate
The Tour Guide’s ID/certificate is issued to tour guides that submitted the minimum requirements and paid the corresponding certificate/ identification card fee. The Tour Guide’s ID/ certificate contains basic information about the tour guide and certifies that the guide is registered with QC Tourism Department.
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- Implementation of Programs, Activities and Projects Related to Tourism, History, Culture and Arts.
The Quezon City Tourism Department implements/coordinates tourism, historical, culture and arts programs, activities and projects.
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Programs
Historical Programs, Events and Activities
| PROJECT | DESCRIPTION | DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION |
| Birth Anniversary of Melchora “Tandang Sora” Aquino | Celebration of the birth anniversary of the Heroine of Quezon City | January 6 |
| EDSA People Power Revolution | Commemoration of the bloodless revolution of 1986. | February 25 |
| National Flag Day Celebration | Display of the Philippines National Flag in all government and private buildings. | May 28 |
| Philippines Independence Day Celebration | Celebration includes simultaneous Flag – Raising Program | June 12 |
| Birth Anniversary of Dr. Jose P. Rizal | Celebration of the birth anniversary of the national hero | June 19 |
| Death Anniversary of Pres. Manuel Luis Quezon | Commemoration of the death anniversary of the city’s founder | August 1 |
| Birth Anniversary of Pres. Manuel Luis Quezon | Celebration of the birth anniversary of the city’s founder | August 19 |
| Anniversary of Cry of Pugad Lawin | Celebration of the anniversary of the tearing of cedulas | August 23 |
| Commemoration of Apolonio Samson | Commemoration of the installation of marker in honor of Apolonio Samson | August 27 |
| Dr. Fe Del Mundo Day | Celebration of the birth anniversary of Dr. Fe del Mundo, the inventor of the bamboo incubator for premature infants. Also, the founding anniversary of Fe Del Mundo Medical Center | November 27 |
| Birth Anniversary of Gat Andres Bonifacio | Celebration of the birth anniversary of Gat. Andres Bonifacio at Cloverleaf | November 30 |
| Anniversary of Battle of Gen. Geronimo and Gen. Lawton | Commemoration of the battle between forces of Gen. Licerio Geronimo and Gen. Henry Ware Lawton. Formerly known as Battle of San Mateo | December 19 |
| Dr. Jose P. Rizal Death Anniversary | Commemoration of the death anniversary of national hero Dr. Jose P. Rizal | December 30 |
Culture and Arts Programs, Events and Activities
| PROJECT | DESCRIPTION | DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION |
| Feast of Sto. Niño / Galak Niño Festival | Celebration of the Feast of Señor Sto. Niño. Participated in by barangays around Bago Bantay area: Alicia, Ramon Magsaysay and Sto. Cristo | 3rd Sunday of January |
| Feast of San Pedro Bautista / Pedrista Festival | Celebration of the Feast of San Pedro Bautista. Participated in by barangays around Frisco area: Damayan, Del Monte, Mariblo, Paraiso, Sta. Cruz and Talayan | February 5 |
| Chinese New Year Celebration | In recognition of its valuable contribution to the Filipino-Chinese community, the City Government celebrates the Chinese New Year at its Chinatown District in the Banawe area. The QC Chinatown Tourism District is also marketed as an area with the finest authentic Chinese restaurants and making it further a premiere destination of the City, aside from its promotions as the auto parts capital of the Philippines. | February 1 |
| National Arts Month | Various arts and culture activities to encourage and promote arts | February |
| Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes | Commemoration of the apparition of Our Lady of Lourdes. Participated in by barangays Damayan, Del Monte, Mariblo, Paraiso, Sta. Cruz and Talayan | February 11 |
| Holy Week Commemoration (Way of the Cross) | A yearly Roman Catholic religious commemoration of the passion and death of Jesus Christ. | March/April |
| Feast Day of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary | Celebration of the feast day of St. Joseph initiated by St. Joseph Parish in Cubao | March 19 |
| Heritage MonthCelebration | Activities that create awareness about heritage resources | May |
| La Loma Lechon Festival | Activities that highlight the lechon as a delicacy and promote the La Loma area as lechon capital of the Philippines. | 3rd Sunday of May |
| Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary | Celebration of the birthday of the Blessed Virgin Mary initiated by Our Lady of Lourdes Church. | September 8 |
| Feast of St. Vincent de Paul / Tinapay Festival | Celebration of the Feast Day of St. Vincent de Paul, Patron Saint of QC Urban Poor. | September 27 |
| Feast of Our Lady of La Naval | Commemoration of the feast day of the city’s Patron Saint | 2nd Sunday of October |
| QC Foundation Anniversary | A month-long series of activities to celebrate the anniversary of the creation of Quezon City. One of the highlights is the Manuel L. Quezon Gawad Parangal Award which honors outstanding individuals and institutions in Quezon City | October 12 |
| Christmas Lighting Ceremony | The ceremonial tree lighting to officially welcome the Holiday Season. The event is simultaneously done with the lighting of lanterns along major thoroughfares. | December |
| New Year’s Countdown | The activity is highlighted by fireworks display usually held at the Quezon Memorial Circle | December 31 |
| QCSB Concerts (Year-round) | A-year-round concert of the QC Symphonic Band at parks, malls and schools | Year-round |
| QCSB Online Music Lesson | A year-round free virtual music lesson | Year-round |
Special Events Catering to the Promotion of the City’s Sights, Sounds and Flavors
| PROJECT | DESCRIPTION | DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION |
| Made in QC, Local Artisans’ Fair | A caravan featuring purveyors who started their products/ businesses in Quezon City | Year-round |
| Women’s Month Celebration | Activities are held to celebrate women’s month | March |
| Maginhawa Food Festival | Due to its proximity to UP, Miriam College, Ateneo and other nearby school establishments, Maginhawa Street and its adjacent streets were formally institutionalized as a “Maginhawa Art and Food Hub” thru the passage of City Ordinance No. 2439. | 2nd Sunday of December |
GUIDES
How to Process Tourism Certificate of Registration/Endorsement for Accreditation to Department of Tourism (DOT)
The Tourism Certificate of Registration/Endorsement for Accreditation is issued to tourism establishments that submitted the minimum requirements and paid the corresponding registration. The certification contains basic information about the tourism establishment and certifies that the establishment is registered with QC Tourism Department.
Requirements: (1 photocopy, present original copy/ecopy)
- Unified Business Permit Application Form
- Department of Trade and Industry/Securities and Exchange Commission Registration
- Barangay Clearance
- Tax Bill and Official Receipt for the Current Year that includes Tourism Registration Fee
- Additional Requirement for Travel Agency Only
Surety Bond (1 Original Copy)
(Insurance Coverage: P500,000.00)
Process:
- Log on to https://qceservices.quezoncity.gov.ph/bpld/ and submit the accomplished Unified Business Permit Application Form online together with the necessary supporting documents, depending on your application type.
- Wait for confirmation email reply.
- Wait for email on details of release of Certificate of Registration/Endorsement to DOT
- Inform QCTD (thru email or phone call) if Tourism Certificate of Registration/ Endorsement will be picked-up or delivered. Courier of Choice with cost charged to the receiver/applicant.
- Wait/claim Tourism Certificate of Registration/ Endorsement
NOTE:
- Processing time starts upon acceptance of application with complete requirements.
- Senior citizens, pregnant women, persons with disabilities and liaison officers with multiple transactions (10 branches/companies and above) may be entertained as “walk-in applicants”
How to Process Tour Guide’s ID/Certificate
The Tour Guide’s ID/Certificate is issued to tour guides that submitted the minimum requirements and paid the corresponding certificate/identification card fee. The Tour Guide’s ID/Certificate contains basic information about the tour guide and certifies that the guide is registered with QC Tourism Department.
Requirements: (1 photocopy, present original copy/ecopy)
- Registration Application Form
- NBI or Police Clearance
- Certificate of Tour Guiding Seminar or Accreditation from Dept. of Tourism
- Official Receipt for the Current Year that includes Tourism Registration Fee
Process:
- Download Application Form at https://bit.ly/2YybHT5. Fill-out the application form and submit ecopy of all requirements to [email protected]
- Submit the complete requirements and wait for email reply.
- Wait for email on details of release of Tour Guide’s I.D/certificate.
- Inform QCTD (thru email or phone call) if Tour Guide’s I.D/certificate will be picked-up or delivered. Courier of Choice with cost charged to the receiver/applicant.
- Wait/claim Tour Guide’s I.D/certificate.
NOTE:
- Processing time starts upon acceptance of application with complete requirements.
- Senior citizens, pregnant women, persons with disabilities and liaison officers with multiple transactions (10 branches/companies and above) maybe entertain as “walk-in applicants”
Downloadable forms: Tour Guide Registration Form
Implementation of Programs, Activities and Projects Related to tourism, history, culture and arts
The Quezon City Tourism Department implements/coordinates tourism, historical, culture and arts programs, activities and projects.
Requirements:
- Communication/Letter from concerned Party (Request letter/Transmittal/ Endorsement/Referral)
Process/Steps:
- Forward the communication/ letter/ endorsement/referral/request/transmittal to Receiving Desk at QC Tourism Department office or email at [email protected].
- Wait for the action on the request
- Attend the queries or coordination meetings.
- Wait for coordination/feedback
- Participate in Preparation of Event/Activity/Projects
- Participate/implement event
Department Directory
Ms. Maria Teresa A. Tirona
Officer-in-Charge
8988-4242 local 8842
[email protected]
Divisions/ Sections
| Divisions | Officer Name | Office Address / Contact Information |
| Tourism Services Division | Ms. Maria Victoria G. Auto Chief Tourism Operations Officer | 8th Floor Civic Center Building A, Mayaman St, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City 8988-4242 local 8844 [email protected] [email protected] |
| Administrative Support and Services Division | Mr. Verzileus O. Balasabas Supervising Tourism Operations Officer / Acting Administrative Officer | 8th Floor Civic Center Building A, Mayaman St, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City 8988-4242 local 8843 [email protected] |
| Tourism Coordination Division | Ms. Marivic M. Tolentino Supervising Tourism Operations Officer | 8th Floor Civic Center Building A, Mayaman St, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City 8988-4242 local 8845 [email protected] |
| Tourism Planning Division | Ms. Ma. Teresa F. Alano Supervising Tourism Operations Officer | 8th Floor Civic Center Building A, Mayaman St, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City 8988-4242 local 8846 [email protected] |
| Tourism Promotions Division | Ms. Sarah Easter T. Tenorio Supervising Tourism Operations Officer | 8th Floor Civic Center Building A, Mayaman St, Quezon City Hall Complex, Diliman, Quezon City 8988-4242 local 8841 [email protected] |
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Resources
QCTD CITIZEN'S CHARTER 2022
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