10 Sacred & Religious Sites in Manila That You Shouldn't Miss

April 30, 2022 Natalie Tallman

Metropolitan Manila encompasses six cities and 12 towns. Located on Manila Bay in the South China Sea, and bisected by the Pasig River, the capital of the Philippines is historic and modern, rich and poor. A popular sight is the walled area called Intramuros. The capital during Spanish colonization, Intramuros has retained old dungeons and gunpowder rooms but added art galleries and theaters. The city is filled with museums, shops, parks and churches, plus enough nightlife to last until dawn.
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1. Our Lady of Montserrat Abbey

San Beda Mendiola Street, San Miguel, Manila, Luzon Philippines http://www.facebook.com/pages/Abbey-of-Our-Lady-of-Montserrat-Manila/414807928623600
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Our Lady of Montserrat Abbey

2. Seng Guan Temple

Narra Street Tondo, Manila, Luzon 1012 Philippines (02) 8252 0792
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Seng Guan Temple

3. San Agustin Church

Gen Luna & Real Sts Intramuros, Manila, Luzon 1002 Philippines 63 2 524 7141 https://ja-jp.facebook.com/Church.SanAgustin/
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4.5 based on 1,565 reviews

San Agustin Church

This museum and courtyard gardens is one of the oldest stone churches in the country, having survived 2 fires and 7 earthquakes.

Reviewed By tylersY4577AX - Melbourne, Australia

Amazing beautiful place to see You will be amazed and astounded by the beautiful architecture and the stained-glass windows this place is a must see

4. Monastery of Saint Agustin

General Luna St., Manila, Luzon Philippines +63 2 527 4061 http://apacweb.org/members/71-id210-order-of-st-augustine-vicariate-of-the-orient
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4.5 based on 101 reviews

Monastery of Saint Agustin

5. Santuario de San Antonio

McKinley Road, Manila, Luzon 2004 Philippines +63 2 843 8831 http://ssaparish.com/santuario-de-san-antonio-parish
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Santuario de San Antonio

When the Franciscans' mother church in Intramuros was destroyed in the closing days of World War II, they built their new Santuario (sanctuary) de San Antonio and installed a statue of Saint Anthony that had survived the bombing of their old beloved church. Many of Manila's wealthy families reside in nearby Forbes Park and Dasmarinas Village, so this church is where most of their christenings, weddings and funerals take place.

6. Santa Ana Church

Lamayan, Manila, Luzon Philippines
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4.5 based on 20 reviews

Santa Ana Church

Reviewed By ernestgarciart - Manila, Philippines

Constantly hearing the Mass in this historic Church, Sta. Ana Church is a living witness of the old Pueblo de Sta. Ana's hispanic heritage. Located in the center of the district, this Church has been said to be built on the exact location of Rajah Matanda's palace, which explains why there are so many artifacts underneath it. The Church is in baroque style and originally colored in pink and was established by the Franciscans as a part of their evangelical mission on the area.

7. Binondo Church

Paredes St. at Plaza Calderon de la Barca Binondo, Manila, Luzon Philippines +63 2 242 4041 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Binondo-Church/353983801317232
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4.0 based on 199 reviews

Binondo Church

The altar's replica of St. Peter's dome impresses visitors to this historic church.

Reviewed By TravelingCat22 - Tucson, United States

Called the Binondo church, San Lorenzo is at the begining of Ongpin street (the main Chinatown street). Austerely black outside, the pink spots give you a cue for the inside: all pink and bright, a photographer's paradise for human-sized church, not too big but cozy and charming.

8. Casa Manila

General Luna St. Intramuros, Manila, Luzon Philippines +63 2 527 4084 http://www.intramuros.gov.ph
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4.0 based on 426 reviews

Casa Manila

This replica of a mid-19th century house showcases the opulence of the former Filipino aristocracy.

Reviewed By Dale10 - Mount Abu, India

Right next to the San Agustin Church is Casa Manila, there are a few restaurants and souvenir shops as well. It has a really pretty ancient fountain in the center.

9. Malate Church

Remedios & M H del Pilar Sts, Manila, Luzon Philippines
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4.0 based on 216 reviews

Malate Church

Also known as "Our Lady of Miraculous Medal," the Virgin Mary image in the Malate Church is where the Filipino have prayed in times of trouble for over four centuries.

10. Manila Cathedral

Cabildo cor Beaterio Intramuros, Manila, Luzon 1002 Philippines 632 5273093 [email protected]
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4.0 based on 1,124 reviews

Manila Cathedral

Former Philippine archbishops are buried in a crypt under the altar of this majestic cathedral, whose 1951 completion commemorated the the five versions that came before it.

Reviewed By nicosamneil - Cebu Island, Philippines

The architectural design is superb. Going to mass is so comfortable since it is air-conditioned. Different time for mass are offered. You could see the spanish touch on it. Well maintained church.

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