What makes it 88% Solo-Friendly: A solo visitor can easily find quiet pews for prayer, attend confession or Mass any day, and wander the art-filled nave for free with no logistical worries.
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Enough time to attend a service, pray before the icon, light a candle, and browse souvenirs
Attend weekday Mass or novena:
Join a morning Mass or the Wednesday novena at the shrine
Tip: Check the schedule online and arrive 10 minutes early to find a seat
Pray before the icon:
Spend quiet time in front of the Our Mother of Perpetual Help icon for personal reflection
Tip: Visit on Tuesday or Thursday for a more private experience
Light a candle:
Light a candle and write your prayer intentions on a complimentary card
Tip: Bring around ₱20 in small bills and head to the candle chapel
Toss a coin in the wishing wells:
Drop coins into the shrine’s wells or fountains to support charity projects
Tip: Carry small denominations to keep the line moving
Browse souvenir stalls:
Pick up rosaries, novena booklets, and religious keepsakes from nearby vendors
Tip: Compare prices at three stalls to find the best deal

Victor Roman
Baclaran Church (National Shrine of Our Mother of Perpetual Help) Baclaran Church, formally known as the National Shrine of Our Mother of Perpetual Help, is one of the most iconic and spiritually significant churches in the Philippines. Located in Parañaque City, it draws millions of devotees each year, especially on Wednesdays—popularly known as *Baclaran Day*—when novena prayers are held. The ...
Kioleb Moriyama
We visit this church every single Tuesday of the month for a whole three years, it always have a parking waiting for us however, the hallway entrance before the parking is a bit crowded and filled with people marching all over the place and shopping but it wouldn’t affect the whole performance of the whole shine. When it was Easter, I was a bit scared since all of the saints and statues were cover...
Lady Light MB
We love how they officiate mass for the differently abled. We were able to attend the mass for the deaf mute. The readings were clearly communicated as the passage itself was flashed in the monitor thereby everyone, including the non-deaf mute to internalize the message. Our focus was disrupted by an unusual odor emanating from the adjacent pew. Consequently, the individuals seated nearby departe...
Ivan John Sanchez
Baclaran Church is a well-known and deeply revered place of worship, especially for devotees of Our Mother of Perpetual Help. It's inspiring to see so many people come together in prayer and devotion, especially on Wednesdays when the novena is held. The inside of the church is clean and well-maintained, creating a peaceful atmosphere for reflection and prayer. However, be prepared for large crow...
Joao Red
❤️❤️❤️ A good place to start your day when you’re from the South. This is a 24hours open church. It is now more accessible for us commuters because of the LRT Redemptorist station, less hustle and more convenient than the Baclaran station.
Avoid the Wednesday novena if you prefer quiet; try midweek mornings off Holy Week when crowds thin out
Explore These Activities
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Candle donation | PHP 20 |
| Religious souvenir | PHP 100 |
| Coffee or snack nearby | PHP 120 |
| Total Estimated | PHP 240 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Redemptorist Road, Parañaque, Kalakhang Maynila, Philippines
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