Fort Santiago
A Spanish citadel founded in 1571, where José Rizal was imprisoned before his execution, with old walls and WWII-era dungeons. Entry costs 75 pesos.
Fort Santiago appears in 12 of the 18 Manila vlogs we indexed, first in 2022, most recently in 2026.
12 moments in vlogs
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- Dale Philip
The Best Way to Experience Old Manila 🇵🇭
There are big queues for the museum on busy days.
- Niana Guerrero and Ranz Kyle
Exploring MANILA Like TOURISTS
The dungeons close at high tide.
- Sammy and Tommy
TOP 10 BEST Things to do in MANILA | Manila, Philippines Travel Guide 2024
Open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Island Hopper TV
Best Things To Do in Manila Philippines 2026 4K
Old bullet holes and WWII-era execution chambers can be seen.
- Nomac Guides
15 BEST Things to do in Manila Philippines in 2026 🇵🇭
The tiny tunnel cells where prisoners were chained show the harsh conditions; expect heavy humidity.
- Island Hopper TV
Best Things To Do in Manila Philippines 4K
Visitors can walk through the prison areas where national hero José Rizal was held before his 1896 execution.
- Travel For Phoebe
How to Spend 2 days in MANILA, Philippines 🇵🇭 First-timer's guide
Recommended as one of the best spots to see the Philippines' strong Spanish influence.
- Angelica & Aileen Wanders
Intramuros 2025 Travel Guide: History, Museum, Food Tour • Old Manila Walled City Trip • Budget Vlog
A kalesa tour can drop visitors here.
Brief
Angelica & Aileen Wanders2025 Intramuros Food Guide: 20 Must-Try Eats & Drinks (w/ Prices) • Old Manila Food Trip Budget Vlog
- HG Virtual Tour
TOP 15 Must-Visit Tourist Spots in MANILA CITY Philippines | Best and NEW Places to Explore!
Now reachable via the Pasig River Esplanade.
- TRIP XTREME
Top 10 Things to do in Manila 2026 | Philippines Travel Guide
Bullet marks are still visible in the walls, and the visitor center has details on the fort.
- Jay and Karolina
FIRST TIME In Philippines 🇵🇭 Manila is NOT What We Expected…
Entry costs 75 pesos, and visitors can go down into the dungeons and walk along the walls.
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