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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  1. Dale Philip

    The Best Way to Experience Old Manila 🇵🇭

    There are big queues for the museum on busy days.
  2. Niana Guerrero and Ranz Kyle

    Exploring MANILA Like TOURISTS

    The dungeons close at high tide.
  3. 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.
  4. Island Hopper TV

    Best Things To Do in Manila Philippines 2026 4K

    Old bullet holes and WWII-era execution chambers can be seen.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. Brief

    Angelica & Aileen Wanders

    2025 Intramuros Food Guide: 20 Must-Try Eats & Drinks (w/ Prices) • Old Manila Food Trip Budget Vlog

  10. 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.
  11. 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.
  12. 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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