Top 10 Things to do in Manila 2026 | Philippines Travel Guide
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Bambike Ecotours
Activity · Intramuros
The company runs a social welfare initiative that employs villagers to build the bamboo bikes.
Robinsons Place Manila
Shopping · Ermita
Sells clothing, cosmetics, bags and food unique to the Philippines; allow time, as the mall is extensive.
National Museum of the Philippines
Museum · Ermita
Recommended for context that visiting the city's historical sites alone won't give.
Manila Baywalk
Park · Malate
Best at sunset; sunset dinner cruises with live entertainment are another way to see the bay.
Quiapo Church
Temple · Quiapo
Busiest on Fridays, with thousands of devotees; vendors outside sell fresh peanuts, mangoes and necklaces.
Fort Santiago
Historic site · Intramuros
Bullet marks are still visible in the walls, and the visitor center has details on the fort.
Rizal Park
Park · Ermita
Features the narra, the national tree, and a lake with a raised archipelago structure in the middle.
San Agustin Church
Temple · Intramuros
The carved wooden doors reward a close look, and a local guide helps point out details that are easily missed.
Manila Ocean Park
Activity · Ermita
Highlights include the sharks and rays encounter, the Trails to Antarctica exhibit and a fish spa; plan for several hours.
Intramuros
Historic site · Intramuros
Ranked the top thing to do in Manila; a guided walking tour helps explain the walled city's significance.
