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Best neighborhoods in Manila

11 places from 13 Manila travel vlogs, most-mentioned first. The play button jumps to that moment in the video.

11 places

  1. Binondo

    Neighborhood ยท Binondo

    Manila's Chinatown, said to be the oldest in the world, with red lanterns, dragon lampposts, bakeries and dim sum shops.

  2. Makati

    Neighborhood ยท Makati

    Metro Manila's older business district, with dense high-rises, malls, cafes and nightlife, and more character than neighbouring BGC.

  3. Bonifacio High Street

    Neighborhood ยท Bonifacio Global City, Taguig

    Open-air pedestrian strip in BGC lined with high-end international restaurants, manicured lawns and giant video screens, with a polished, big-city feel.

  4. Bonifacio Global City (BGC)

    Neighborhood ยท Taguig

    Modern high-rise district with upscale malls, restaurants and condos, including the Forbes Town area; known for being clean, green and pet friendly.

  5. Makati Avenue

    Neighborhood ยท Makati

    Main avenue of Makati's business district, known for its high-rise skyline and as a scenic drive.

  6. Ayala Avenue

    Neighborhood ยท Makati

    Makati's main business avenue, lined with high-rises.

  7. The Alley at Karrivin

    Neighborhood ยท Makati

    A compact enclave of gallery spaces and restaurants, several of them listed in the Michelin Guide.

  8. Poblacion

    Neighborhood ยท Makati

    Makati's party district, packed with bars and nightlife.

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3 more picks, each from a single vlog, so not ranked.

  1. McKinley Hill Village

    Neighborhood ยท McKinley Hill, Taguig

    Upscale residential village in Taguig with large, palace-like houses.

  2. Ongpin Street

    Neighborhood ยท Binondo

    Binondo's main street, with busy side alleys full of heritage shops, old bakeries and family-run restaurants.

  3. Quiapo

    Neighborhood ยท Quiapo

    One of Manila's most colourful districts, with deep history, market alleys and a trending street-food scene.