Manila, Philippines travel guide

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Tours · Manila

Modern ManilaTour

From $403 hours

Shore Excursions · Manila

Private Half-Day Shore Excursion Like a Local

From $112.834 to 5 hours

Tours · Manila

Best Manila Round-Trip: Old and New Manila History Sightseeing Tour

From $758 hours

Tours · Manila

Hidden Valley Springs with Lunch from Manila

From $238.478 hours

Tours · Manila

A day at the beach via Canyon cove (with Transfers)

From $92.318 to 10 hours

Tours · Manila

Cavite Kasiyahan At Kalayaan Package

From $144.625 to 9 minutes

Tours · Manila

Shared Old Manila Tour

From $121.84 hours

Activities · Manila

Cultural Dinner and Show in Manila

From $108.753 hours

Tours · Manila

Manila Whole Day Shopping Tour

From $153.856 hours

Things to Do

Discover what makes this city so unique

Guides & Tips

7 Free and Cheap Date Ideas to Try in Manila

See & Do

The 10 Best Malls in Manila, Philippines

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The Best Food and Flea Markets in Manila

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11 Amazing Reasons to Visit Manila, Philippines

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Where To Buy Souvenirs in Manila, Philippines

Art

10 Must-Visit Contemporary Art Galleries In Manila

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The 8 Best Markets in Manila, Philippines

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The Coolest Neighborhoods in Manila

Handpicked Hotels

One of a kind places, handpicked by us - book hotels and places to stay here

Capital O 468 Element Boutique Hotel

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

(151 Google Reviews)

Serviced Apartment

The Picasso Boutique Serviced Residences

Rating: 4.3 out of 5

(716 Google Reviews)

Boutique Hotel

Novotel Manila Araneta Center, Quezon City

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

(2322 Google Reviews)

Boutique Hotel

Diamond Hotel Philippines

Rating: 4.4 out of 5

Resort

Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

Chain Hotel

Makati Shangri-la Hotel, Manila

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

(21 Google Reviews)

Hotel

Sheraton Manila Hotel

Rating: 4.6 out of 5

(468 Google Reviews)

Guides and Features

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The 15 Most Instagrammable Spots in Manila, Philippines

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15 Unmissable Attractions in Manila, Philippines

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Top 9 Things To Do in Manila, Philippines

Guides & Tips

How to Spend 48 Hours in Manila, Philippines

Fashion

A Fashion Lover’s Guide to Manila, Philippines

Travel Tips and Itineraries

Things to know before visiting

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10 Things to Know Before Going to Manila

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How To Survive Traffic in Manila

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The Coolest Neighborhoods in Manila

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How To Navigate Transport in Manila, Philippines

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How To Spend 24 Hours in Manila, Philippines

Know Before You Go

Learn about the city's local customs, traditions and festivals

See & Do

How the Jeepney Became a Filipino National Symbol

Guides & Tips

11 Amazing Reasons to Visit Manila, Philippines

History

The History of Manila’s Walled City of Intramuros

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9 Tips to Help You Survive a Traditional Filipino Wedding

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The Best Day Trips from Manila

Architecture

The Architect Who Designed an Office Building You’d Actually Want to Work in

Architecture

CAZA Architects' Subversive and Mysterious New Church

Tech

How Manila Became the Selfie Capital of the World

Cultural Highlights

Immerse yourself in the city's lifestyle

Food & Drink

8 Things You Didn't Know About Filipino Cuisine

Books

The 10 Best Books in Modern Philippine Literature

Art

10 Must-Visit Contemporary Art Galleries In Manila

Guides & Tips

The Best Halo-Halo in Manila, Philippines

Art

The 10 Best Places in Manila to See Street Art

Film & TV

How Cinematheque Centre Manila Helps Us Understand Filipino Film Culture

Neighborhoods in Manila