Location: Manila
Top Things to do in Manila
10 Sights & Landmarks in Manila That You Shouldn't Miss
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.
Restaurants in Manila
1. San Agustin Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,565 reviews
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
2. University of Santo Tomas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 280 reviews
This is the oldest university in Asia, founded in 1611, and is one of the world’s largest Roman Catholic universities based on enrollment.
Reviewed By marimara954 - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
One of the historical place that you need to visit in Philippines, through this place you will understand the history of the country. Old and classy
3. Monastery of Saint Agustin
4. Santuario de San Antonio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
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.
5. Malacanang Palace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By jillianlimco21 - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Beautiful, historical place where the President live and principal workplace in the Philippines. The Original structure was build in 1970. The palce is proctected by Presidential security group< Armed Forces of the President, and Philippine National Police.
6. Binondo
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4.0 based on 175 reviews
The "Chinatown" of Manila, the Binondo area offers everything from Buddhist temples to pawn shops and Chinese restaurants.
Reviewed By ronnav2016 - Taguig City, Philippines
Went here for the Chinese Newyear Tour The place is always colorful, lots of chinese tradition going on, watched parade, did a food trip experience, stayed in a hotel nearby, had a walk at night, watched people, stroll around. Basically i enjoyed the food trip more than the tour hahaha.. But binondo is really beautiful place to explore and satisfy ur hunger. I suggest to go there in a regular day to avoid crowd and enjoy eating in the "must try" restos
7. Binondo Church
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 199 reviews
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
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4.0 based on 426 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 216 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,124 reviews
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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