Location: Manila
Top Things to do in Manila
Things to do in Manila, Luzon: The Best Cultural Tours
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. Intramuros: History of Old Manila | Manila Walking Tours
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Intramuros, a district of Manila City, is also known as the Old Manila. Book this tour if you want a full-history tour about the story of Manila and the important events that shaped the Philippine history. This walking tour tell the story of the Manila - from the pre-colonial times, Spanish Colonization, American annexation, Japanese Occupation and the post-war Manila. If you have less than 4 hours but you want to hear more than 400 years of Philippine history, this is the tour for you and your group.
Inclusions: Bottled water, English-speaking local tour guide, Snacks
Exclusions: Tips and gratuities, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Horse carriage ride
Reviewed By Traveling_Cuffs
This is perfect for a day you wish to escape the sun or get out of the rain. There are numerous floors (3-4) that are quite spacious. The art starts with the really old and moves through to modern and and sculpture. Some of the earlier stuff I'd never heard of the artists, not did I particularly like their work. However you still learn about the history of the Filipinos which is the point. Not a great place to visit for high energy kids as there isn't much to do aside from look quietly at pictures.
2. Introduction to Philippine History
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Intramuros was the heart of the archipelago for hundreds of years, here we begin a crash course in Philippine history. A glimpse at the Philippines' colonial past and how the events of history has shaped the current Philippines. Join us on this adventure through the old city of Manila as we take routes less traveled and discover wonderful corners and side streets very few get to see.
Inclusions: Bottled water, All Entrance Fees
Exclusions: Gratuities, Private transportation
Reviewed By laura18652020
This tour was very informative and well put together with an amazing tour guide. I hope to be returning to Manila in the future and will definitely sign up for another guided tour.
3. Manileño For A Day
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4.4 based on 5 reviews
This is Manila. It’s a city filled with history from different influences: Spanish, Chinese, and of course, Filipino. Experience Manila like a local and explore the inner streets to get a first-hand glimpse of the everyday life of Filipinos. The Manileño Tour will take you around Manila in the best way we know how: via commute. A visit to Manila is not complete without riding a jeepney and a kalesa (Filipino horse carriage). Tour around the Spanish walls of Intramuros, busy markets of Divisoria, cultural streets of Chinatown, and momentous grounds of Rizal Park.
Inclusions: Lunch
Exclusions: Use of bicycle, Soda/Pop, Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages
4. Virtual Tour: History at the Walled City [Intramuros, Manila]
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4.3 based on 4 reviews
During the early times, Manila refers to the entire walled city of Intramuros. This virtual tour will cover most of the visited tourist attractions of Intramuros. We will e-xplore or virtually tour this Spanish citadel that was founded in 1571 where your virtual tour guide will tell you stories of its 400-year history. This is the first historical virtual tour of Manila by Don't Skip Manila Tours. The tour is best to take if you are keen on learning the history of Manila and Philippines while e-xploring Intramuros in the conforts of your home.
Inclusions: Live virtual tourist guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Traveling_Cuffs
This is perfect for a day you wish to escape the sun or get out of the rain. There are numerous floors (3-4) that are quite spacious. The art starts with the really old and moves through to modern and and sculpture. Some of the earlier stuff I'd never heard of the artists, not did I particularly like their work. However you still learn about the history of the Filipinos which is the point. Not a great place to visit for high energy kids as there isn't much to do aside from look quietly at pictures.
5. Historical Manila with Chinatown
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Get a chance to learn Philippine history, culture and can be flexible in arranging special requests (slum visits, walking at local markets)
Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By 421nikik
I was travelling as a solo female and JB and his team put together a custom-made tour based on the places I wanted to see. From start to finish I was very well looked after, given additional experiences that I would not have thought of doing and felt very safe during the whole trip. The highlights for me were the caves tour and Rice Terraces/Waterfall walk in Sagada but the whole trip was amazing and I would recommend JB!
6. Corregidor Island: Historical Sightseeing Guided Tour (with Transfer**)
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3.0 based on 1 reviews
Once you arrive, get ready to discover one of the most significant hallmarks in Philippine history as your friendly and knowledgeable guide retell the haunting stories and trivia of the war plus you will get to see the different battling locations such as the soldier's barracks, Spanish lighthouse, Lorcha Dock, and many more along the way. Are you feeling a little tired from the day’s activities? Replenish your energy with a sumptuous lunch provided on-site before taking on the rest of your tour. Experience a unique cultural and historical adventure as you take a look back in Philippine history on this tram day tour to one of the country’s top heritage sites. *** Free pick up/drop off from your hotel in Makati, Taguig, Ermita (Manila), Malate(Manila), Las Pinas, Muntinlupa, and Pasay. additional charges will incur outside these areas
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Lunch
Exclusions: Tip
Reviewed By Christinazor
We are a couple and we had a private full day tour to the Taal volcano area and Pagsanjan Falls. We had an amazing experience, the Yolo team was perfect, true professionals. Ryan, our guide, was so polite, with great knowledge of the areas and the English language. His English were so clear. This doesn't happen often in Asia. The areas we visited were superb and we had lunch at a traditional restaurant near Pagsanjan falls where we enjoyed the local cuisine and chatting with our guide and driver about life in Philippines. At our way back they treated us with Coconut pie! Fresh hot from the best bakery of the area. Yamy! An unforgettable experience. I totally recommend YOLO travel agency.
7. Private Tour: Villa Escudero with Lunch from Manila
Experience true Filipinos native life on this private day tour to Villa Escudero Plantations. The tour will be led by a professional English speaking guide, lunch and round-trip hotel transfers are included. You will visit the private museum, explore the village and enjoy fun activities like water buffalo-powered cart rides.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Lunch and snacks, Round-trip private transfer (for selected hotels only)
Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenir photos
Reviewed By E6224EFmichaelh
Our trip was a shared one , we knew this and pick up was on time, Guide gave short introduction at each stop then group had a set time before we moved on. Lunch was initially to be very early 11.30 am but we alll agreed to make the river cruise and lunch last stop after chocolate hills. Viewpoint needs 200 plus steps so not for the lesss mobile. Pity that quad bikes below disturb peace of site. Excellent buffet lunch and river trip with music and bankside cultural show. Good value and varied if you can spare a day off the beach.
8. Guided Tour of the Historic San Sebastian Basilica (Manila)
Discover San Sebastian Basilica, the first and only all-metal building in the Philippines, that sits in a quiet pocket of the historic Quiapo district in Manila. A crossroads of history and innovation, the 126-year-old Basilica was constructed by an international village: Belgian steel, German stained windows, a Spanish engineer, and Filipino art students from the turn of the century Philippines artfully transforming the metal interior into a design that stays true to the Gothic Revival style. The guided tour includes access to the church floor, the choir loft, and the hidden spaces not usually accessible to the public, like the attic and the belfries. Explore to Restore! You can help us fund the long-overdue restoration of this historic building by booking a tour with us!
Inclusions: Private tour (upon request), Professional guide, Beverages / (1) bottled water per guest, Souvenir / (1) souvenir per guest, Bottled water
Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions
Reviewed By RaringtoGo8
I love this church. Its spires tower above nearby buidlings and call you in. Inside it's cool and quiet for prayer and contemplation.
9. Shared Old Manila Tour
Explore the City of Manila and discovery what's with the City of the old time. Join travelers from around the world in exploring Manila with an English-speaking tour guide. Visit the city's most popular attractions and experience a bit of local culture.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Lunch
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Souvenir photos
Reviewed By E6224EFmichaelh
Our trip was a shared one , we knew this and pick up was on time, Guide gave short introduction at each stop then group had a set time before we moved on. Lunch was initially to be very early 11.30 am but we alll agreed to make the river cruise and lunch last stop after chocolate hills. Viewpoint needs 200 plus steps so not for the lesss mobile. Pity that quad bikes below disturb peace of site. Excellent buffet lunch and river trip with music and bankside cultural show. Good value and varied if you can spare a day off the beach.
10. Shared Villa Escudero Tour from Manila
Share the tour from guests around the globe. guest are picked up from their hotels within Manila Bay or Makati CBD area. Drive to Tiaong, Quezon, less than three hours drive from Manila, is an 800 hectare Spanish era coconut plantation that represents “hacienda” style living within a rural backdrop. There is a private museum with an absorbing collection of historic, religious and cultural artifacts spanning pre-Spanish times to World War II years. A sightseeing tour aboard a cart driven by a carabao (water buffalo) reveals the growing, harvesting and processing stages of coconut cultivation and takes riders to man-made waterfalls. On selected days, there are cultural shows to marvel at. Villa Escudero is truly a native experience. Maximum waiting time for pick up is 30 minites
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Bottled water
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Souvenir photos
Reviewed By E6224EFmichaelh
Our trip was a shared one , we knew this and pick up was on time, Guide gave short introduction at each stop then group had a set time before we moved on. Lunch was initially to be very early 11.30 am but we alll agreed to make the river cruise and lunch last stop after chocolate hills. Viewpoint needs 200 plus steps so not for the lesss mobile. Pity that quad bikes below disturb peace of site. Excellent buffet lunch and river trip with music and bankside cultural show. Good value and varied if you can spare a day off the beach.
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