
Popular Places to Visit in Manila Philippines, Manila, Philippines
Planning a trip to the Philippines? Whether you’re a history buff, foodie, or adventure seeker, there are countless places to visit in Manila that offer a mix of culture, entertainment, and local charm.
Manila, Philippines, is massive—getting from one place to another takes time thanks to the infamous traffic.
During my four-night stay, I decided to keep things easy and stayed in Makati, a district filled with bars, restaurants, and easy access to coworking spaces.
If you have a limited time in Manila before heading to the other islands, focus on the Makati, BGC, and Intramuros areas and it will give you a quick overview of the city.
As a heads up, Manila is a major city and with large cities, come large city problems. You will see rodents, toilets that don’t flush, unkept streets, poor wifi connections, and loud partying in many neighborhoods at all hours of the morning (locals love karaoke). So pack your earplugs and a lot of patience and don’t say I didn’t forewarn you! ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Manila, Philippines, is massive—getting from one place to another takes time thanks to the infamous traffic.
During my four-night stay, I decided to keep things easy and stayed in Makati, a district filled with bars, restaurants, and easy access to coworking spaces.
If you have a limited time in Manila before heading to the other islands, focus on the Makati, BGC, and Intramuros areas and it will give you a quick overview of the city.
As a heads up, Manila is a major city and with large cities, come large city problems. You will see rodents, toilets that don’t flush, unkept streets, poor wifi connections, and loud partying in many neighborhoods at all hours of the morning (locals love karaoke). So pack your earplugs and a lot of patience and don’t say I didn’t forewarn you! ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Popular Places to Visit in Manila Philippines
Guide Location: Philippines » Manila
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Gina Bambinelli
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Philippines » Manila
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Gina Bambinelli
Read it on Author's Website:
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Common Ground Rockwell
- Power Plant Mall
- La Pita
- Buccaneers
- Japonesa
- Dusit Thani Manila
- The Heritage Hotel Manila
- City Garden Suites
- Ayala Museum
- Greenbelt Park & Mall
- Poblacion
- Z Hostel
- City Garden Grand Hotel
- The Peninsula Manila
- Bonifacio Global City (BGC)
- Mind Museum
- Bonifacio High Street
- Uptown Mall
- Venice Grand Canal Mall
- San Agustin Museum
- Casa Manila
- Museo de Intramuros
- Bahay Tsinoy
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