Location: Makati
Top Things to do in Makati
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The city of Makati is the financial center of the Philippines and one of the major financial, commercial and economic hubs in Asia. It is one of the most populous metropolitan areas in the world, and provides an eclectic mix of holiday rentals - from luxurious homes to small holiday villas and rental condos on the outskirts of the city. Makati is well known for its highly cosmopolitan culture, and many expatriates live and work in the city. It is also a major cultural and entertainment hub in Metro Manila.
Restaurants in Makati
1. Greenbelt Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 540 reviews
Reviewed By jamescL6810XF
This beautiful garden is located in the heart of Makati which is the financial center of Metro Manila. Although it is surrounded by retail shops and restaurants, the garden itself is a tranquil escape from the hustle & bustle of this busy area. Lush plants and flowers ...take time to feed the ducks !
2. Ayala Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 863 reviews
This place is temporarily closed.
Reviewed By OfeliaG46 - Limeuil, France
No queues, no crowds in our early after lunch visit to the Ayala Museum. Reception at ticket booth was helpful and friendly. We started with the temporary exhibit of Mark Lewis Lim Higgins on the ground floor. It was a fascinating mixture of his paintings in an installation of some kind of rich warehouse, overflowing with silks, ceramics, gold and spices reminiscent of what were exported during the galleon trade. The muted atmosphere, the dim lights, the scent of incense and spices transported us to another time and place! Then we went up to the 4th floor to marvel at the gold collection: objects dug up mainly in Agusan and testimony to the extraordinary skill of local goldsmiths of the 10th - 13th centuries. The excellent ceramic collection of Roberto Villanueva held our attention for its scope, its richness and its beauty. A well-designed diorama, a narrative in a nutshell, traces the history of the Philippines from prehistoric times to the present. It was a well-spent and profitable afternoon!
3. Salcedo Saturday Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By Ckk808 - Honolulu, United States
Amazing market with everything from produce, fresh seafood, local delicacies cooked before your eyes. The visual colors and aromas stimulate your senses as your mouth begins to water, so many choices be sure to bring your appetite.
4. Ayala Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 329 reviews
The Ayala Center is a 50-hectare commercial development operated by Ayala Land located in the Makati Central Business District in Metro Manila, Philippines. It is comprised of the Greenbelt and Glorietta malls, each with its own shopping and restaurant arcades and cinemas; three department stores, a number of hotels; and the Ayala Museum, showcasing exhibits on Philippine history and art. It is bounded by Ayala Avenue on the east, Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) on the south, Arnaiz Avenue (Pasay road) on the west, and Legazpi Street and Paseo de Roxas to the north. The Ayala MRT Station of the MRT Line 3 serves the area.
Reviewed By Victorianlad - Melbourne, Australia
If there was one word I'd use to describe anything the Ayala family does, it'd be 'precision.' They've got the detail of this 'Philippines CBD Central' area correct. Footpaths (locally called 'sidewalks') are properly paved with easy disabled access and often are wide, lighting is good and shopping centres like Greenbelt (while far from cheapest in Philippines) are logically laid out. It's good urban design, epitomised by how Greenbelt has a wonderful Catholic Chapel and pleasant greenery with koi fish at its core.
5. Greenbelt Mall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,695 reviews
Reviewed By garlandv
Restaurant and coffee shops are everywhere, bridges and a tunnel link you to other stores across the streets, green belt 3 great place to mingle with the locals while enjoying a fresh cup of coffee , only slight negative lots of construction esp around green belt 3 but over all great place buy and just walking around and meeting the Philippine people
6. Greenbelt Chapel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 838 reviews
Reviewed By DebraGee
there is a chapel in the middle of the shopping Mall. The Chapel is like a big open air church with a huge sail over the top for protection from the weather.
7. Ayala Triangle Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,081 reviews
A patch of green and inspired public art in the center of the business district. Free wifi throughout the park
Reviewed By Aruba1204 - Oxford, United States
Ayala Triangle Gardens is a very scenic 2-hectare triangular park located in the Makati Central Business District. It is owned by Ayala Land, a major land and building developer in the Philippines. This park is in the immediate vicinity of two major hotels, The Peninsula and the Makati Shangri-La. The park is a very pleasant place for walking, jogging and sight-seeing. Ayala is building a huge new beautiful complex of residential and commercial space buildings at the edge of the park and when this is completed it will add to the appeal of the park. A very relaxed and beautifully landscaped area that is well worth a visit. A line of restaurants that used to be opened have mostly closed as part of the park renovation.
8. Glorietta
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 260 reviews
Reviewed By GJMantua - Metro Manila, Philippines
Even though I have been to this mall dozen if not hundreds of times, I can’t seem to navigate the place without getting lost. Like any other malls here in Metro Manila, you will definitely find anything that your heart’s desire in this place. Located in the heart of the City of Makati, it is expected that the roads going here will have heavy traffic and sometimes getting a place to park (for 4 wheel vehicles) can be a pain in the a**. Congested traffic aside, this place is great. You can find a variety of food establishment from cheap eats to fine dining. In addition, there are also recreational things to do like cinemas and such. And don’t forget the different boutique for clothes and footwear to choose from. Pros: -Variety of shops and services -Near the MRT Ayala station (train station) -Near different hotels and inns Cons: -If you don’t like crowded place avoid going here during rush hours (6pm – 8pm) -Limited parking P.S There are also malls connected to this place (SM, Landmark and Greenbelt) if you got bored and want to find something else.
9. Century City Mall
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 185 reviews
Welcome to Century City Mall – the mall of modern Makati. Located along Kalayaan Ave., Century City, Makati, Century City Mall is a remarkable, world-class shopping and entertainment complex with a vibrant range of shops, services, and restaurants. Century City Mall is a dynamic lifestyle focal point with plenty of natural light and ventilation for optimal comfort. From its generous outdoor spaces that are landscaped and terraced to let you better socialize, seamless free WiFi, to its customer-centric concierge and shuttle service to keep you happy and connected, Century City Mall provides a holistic, elevated, and distinguished customer experience.
Reviewed By 207aji - Taguig City, Philippines
Very clean, high-end mall. Connected to Century condos which is good since I stayed in Gramercy. You don't need to go far or go outside anymore
10. P Burgos Street
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 234 reviews
Reviewed By Sam_boogie - Province of Alicante, Spain
smack bang in the middle of red light area so quite busy, lots of bars to choose from, definayely recommend the filling station cafe, american themed diner
