Paco Park Church or St. Pancratius Chapel
Brief Description:
Again this is one of the edifices built during the Spanish regime completed in 1820. It is actually a former municipal cemetery for the well-heeled and established aristocratic Spanish families.
On December 30, 1896, Dr. Jose P. Rizal, was interred in Paco Park after his execution in Bagumbayan (Luneta). In 1966, the park was converted into a national park during the term of President Diosdado Macapagal.
The church has a nice façade and an egg-shaped ceiling. It is very small and ideal for intimate weddings. The chapel is under the care of the Vincentian fathers who also manage the nearby Adamson University.
Capacity: Small (less than 100)
Parking: Parking along the streets. Be ready with your small bills to pay the “watch your car boysâ€.
Photo/Video Requirement:
- No permit.
- No choir loft.
- Airconditioned.
- A fisheye lens will capture the entire interiors of the church.
- Limited space to walk around the altar.
- Ideal for intimate weddings since everybody can hear what the priest is saying even without a microphone.
- During the procession, it is best to walk from the fountain to the altar so there will be outdoor and indoor shot of the entourage.
- Group pictures are a bit tricky so small groups are preferred. Big groups are best taken outside the church.
- During the recessional, tell your photographer to take the picture on top of the cement chairs outside. The overhead shot will give a different perspective of an otherwise ordinary shot.
Others:
- Take portraitures on the church grounds. There are so many places to do it in Paco Park.
- Don’t forget to capture the fountain as a background or foreground for your images.
- Advise your photographer to take candid shots along Roxas Boulevard or the Bay Walk. This is very near Paco Church and most likely along the way to your reception.
Possible Reception Venues:
- Within Paco Park grounds
- Diamond Hotel
- Sofitel
- Manila Hotel
- Father Blanco’s Garden
- Sitio Victoria
- Puerta Real Gardens
- Ramon Magsaysay Center
More photos and review here
FOR INQUIRIES:
St. Pancratius Chapel
959 San Marcelino St. Paco, Mla
c/o St. Vincent de Paul Parish
525.7853 or 524.2022 loc 119
Popularity: 25% [?]
Loading ...
i used to visit din your site during our wedding preps.
February 6th, 2008 at 12:21 am
Hi,I\’m getting married this Dec2008. I\’m planning to have my wedding venue and also my reception at Paco Park but I\’m quite confuse if what is the best time to get wed there. Is it before lunch or at 5pm? Which is more economical between the two but still worthy coz I have a slight tight budget. Also,any catering services that you may recommend to me.Thank you for your help.
February 6th, 2008 at 10:53 am
hi con, i prefer a 5pm wedding because the paco church looks so lovely at night with the fountain as its backdrop. for the catering services you may take a look at http://blissful-weddings.com/category/wedding-planning/caterers/
hizons,tamayos,k cunanan, ibarras are most of the popular choices but it is still up to your taste.good luck!
February 24th, 2008 at 8:40 pm
how much would it cost me if i will hold my wedding ceremony and reception at Paco Park? My etimate guests is 100-150.
Also may i know who covered the above pictures. they were classic, elegant and artfully done.
March 15th, 2008 at 7:03 pm
Same with Con, would like to have a wedding at Paco Park… When is the best time to book for my wedding..
Can you send me all the requirements for me to book at Paco Park..
Thanks
March 23rd, 2008 at 3:35 pm
hi..we were married at Philippine embassy here in doha,qatar and we\’re planning ot have a church wedding ceremony at Paco church together wid the reception be held in the garden..can you email me of the requirements i will be needing for the reservation ,schedule of wedding details etc…and all the necessary documents we will be needing so while still here we would be able to arrange things.and how much it would costs us..the date for the wedding will be in bet the dates of january 8-10,2009..
thank you and hope you could help us.because only my parents are there in the philippines and my in laws are all abroad please help us..thanks
March 24th, 2008 at 7:11 pm
hello, we are planning to get married on december 2008 because my birthday will be also on the same month. do you still have available date? what are the necessary requirements for reservation and for the wedding itself? i would really love if my wedding will be in the afternoon for the reception to be in the evening. i really like the place, i hope you can help me out.. thanks a lot and god bless..
May 18th, 2008 at 8:03 pm
hello, can you send me quotes and arrangements for a 150 guests on the wedding reception? is your booking already full for dec this year? please let me kow of your offered packages. thanks
May 29th, 2008 at 8:39 pm
hello, can you send me quotes and arrangements for 100 guests on the wedding receptiuon ? im planning my wedding for oct this year ? pls let me know your packages for the reception while the catering service will be tamayo’s caterer’ let me know if you are affiliated. thanks how much is the cost of venue and flowers if you can suggest someone. thank you in advance.
June 7th, 2008 at 4:24 pm
Hello,
Just want to know the same questions that was asked by Zhel. Paco Church is one of our choice for our wedding. I also want our wedding ceremony be held here & reception be held in the garden,may i also know the requirements and how much it would cost us. Were not sure of the date of our wedding yet.
Thanks in advance.
June 12th, 2008 at 3:35 pm
hello, we are planning to get married next year by aug. do you still have available date? what are the necessary requirements for reservation and for the wedding itself? i would really love if my wedding will be in the afternoon for the reception to be in the evening. i really like the place, i hope you can help me out.. thanks a lot and god bless..
August 6th, 2008 at 12:55 am
hello! pwede po ba mgpabinyag sa paco park. sa garden plaza po kc kmi mgcheck in malapit n lng po kung jan.. thanks po.. pwede po mlaman ang requirements and packages..thanks po.
August 6th, 2008 at 12:56 am
hello! pwede po ba mgpabinyag sa paco park. sa garden plaza po kc kmi mgcheck in malapit n lng po kung jan.. thanks po.. pwede po mlaman ang requirements and packages..thanks po. ope to here from you..
September 30th, 2008 at 10:30 am
hi, i would like to know how much would it cost to book a wedding in paco park. Please send me the details for wedding on march 4 or 8, 100 guests, time - late to nighttime, how many hours do you allow, and what are the added amenities. Thanks in advance!
October 27th, 2008 at 1:33 pm
hi, i\\\’m doing a favor for my cousin.. she would like to be married this dec. 2008.. is it still possible to book paco park church? please send me the needed requirements and open dates to choose from.. thanks!
November 14th, 2008 at 2:47 pm
hi, we would like to know how much would it cost to book a wedding in paco park for ceremony and reception. Please send me the details for wedding on march 21, 100-150 guests, time - late to nighttime, how many hours do you allow, and what are the added amenities. Need it Badly. Thanks in advance!God Bless
December 9th, 2008 at 10:43 am
hello! i\’m planning a 2010 wedding and want to know how much it will cost,how many guests can get into the church and up to what month of 2010 is already booked? thank you !