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Manila independent travel guide (2025): top things to do near you, popular tourism attractions, itinerary planning, accommodation, food, transportation, weather, and more - everything you need to know (updated July, 2025) | Trip.com

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Things to do in Manila

What to Do

Looking for things to do in Manila? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Minor Basilica and Metropolitan Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception - The Manila Cathedral

Minor Basilica and Metropolitan Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception - The Manila Cathedral

4.6/5698 Reviews
Manila Ocean Park

Manila Ocean Park

4.5/5359 Reviews
Fort Santiago

Fort Santiago

4.6/5390 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Chinatown

Chinatown

4.4/5316 Reviews
National Museum of Fine Arts

National Museum of Fine Arts

4.4/5138 Reviews
Rizal Park

Rizal Park

4.3/5283 Reviews
Manila Bay

Manila Bay

4.4/5580 Reviews
"Beaches and shores"
"Night view"
San Agustin Church

San Agustin Church

4.5/5286 Reviews
"Historic buildings"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Manila, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central

Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central

4.3/5390 Reviews
Guangdong Hotel-Near Mall of Asia, SMX & Manila World Trade Center

Guangdong Hotel-Near Mall of Asia, SMX & Manila World Trade Center

4.1/5581 Reviews
I'm Hotel

I'm Hotel

4.3/5400 Reviews
Swiss-Belhotel Blulane

Swiss-Belhotel Blulane

4.3/51,413 Reviews
Novotel Manila Araneta City Hotel

Novotel Manila Araneta City Hotel

4.6/5253 Reviews
The Heritage Hotel Manila

The Heritage Hotel Manila

4.3/5739 Reviews
Hotel H2O

Hotel H2O

4.1/5113 Reviews
Ola Hostel Manila

Ola Hostel Manila

4.6/5204 Reviews
Discovery Suites Manila Philippines

Discovery Suites Manila Philippines

4.4/558 Reviews
Novotel Suites Manila at Acqua

Novotel Suites Manila at Acqua

4.2/568 Reviews
Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA

Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA

4.4/5126 Reviews
Hotel101 - Fort

Hotel101 - Fort

4.5/51,477 Reviews

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Manila dishes and foodie spots.
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Harbor View Restaurant

Harbor View Restaurant

4.4/549 Reviews
Avg. NZD41/person
"Seafood"
"View"
The Aristocrat Restaurant

The Aristocrat Restaurant

4.3/538 Reviews
Avg. NZD26/person
"Southeast Asian"
"Open Late"
Emerald Garden

Emerald Garden

4.3/512 Reviews
Avg. NZD17/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Barbara's Heritage Restaurant

Barbara's Heritage Restaurant

4.5/513 Reviews
Avg. NZD29/person
"Southeast Asian"
Bistro Remedios

Bistro Remedios

4.3/58 Reviews
Avg. NZD35/person
"Southeast Asian"
Ilustrado Restaurant

Ilustrado Restaurant

4.2/515 Reviews
Avg. NZD57/person
"Western-style"
"Garden restaurant"
Dads world buffet

Dads world buffet

4.2/59 Reviews
Avg. NZD26/person
"Buffets"
Uno Seafood Wharf Palace

Uno Seafood Wharf Palace

4.7/524 Reviews
Avg. NZD23/person
"Seafood"
New Toho Food Center

New Toho Food Center

3.0/57 Reviews
Avg. NZD9/person
"Time-honored Brand"
LI LI

LI LI

4.8/516 Reviews
Avg. NZD59/person
"Cantonese Cuisine"
Century Seafood Restaurant

Century Seafood Restaurant

4.5/55 Reviews
Avg. NZD74/person
"Seafood"
Sky Deck View Bar

Sky Deck View Bar

4.6/521 Reviews
Avg. NZD31/person
"Southeast Asian"
"Terrace"

Manila Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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Best of Manila

Top 20 Premium Hotels in Manila

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Shangri-La Residences The Fort, Manila

Shangri-La Residences The Fort, Manila

9.5/512 Reviews
Ascott Bonifacio Global City Manila

Ascott Bonifacio Global City Manila

9.7/5122 Reviews
The Westin Manila

The Westin Manila

9.4/543 Reviews
Discovery Primea, Manila

Discovery Primea, Manila

9.3/5130 Reviews
Edsa Shangri-La, Manila

Edsa Shangri-La, Manila

9.1/591 Reviews
Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts

Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts

9.2/5260 Reviews
The Peninsula Manila

The Peninsula Manila

9.4/5228 Reviews
Sheraton Manila Hotel at Newport World Resorts

Sheraton Manila Hotel at Newport World Resorts

9.0/598 Reviews
Hotel Okura Manila at Newport World Resorts

Hotel Okura Manila at Newport World Resorts

9.5/5238 Reviews
Makati Shangri-La, Manila

Makati Shangri-La, Manila

9.2/591 Reviews
City of Dreams - Nobu Hotel Manila

City of Dreams - Nobu Hotel Manila

8.9/5127 Reviews
Hyatt Regency Manila City of Dreams

Hyatt Regency Manila City of Dreams

9.3/5447 Reviews

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Belmont Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL

Belmont Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL

8.9/51,960 Reviews
Novotel Manila Araneta City Hotel

Novotel Manila Araneta City Hotel

9.3/5253 Reviews
Citadines Bay City Manila

Citadines Bay City Manila

9.0/5138 Reviews
The Bayleaf Intramuros

The Bayleaf Intramuros

8.7/594 Reviews
Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria

Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria

8.6/5159 Reviews
Citadines Millennium Ortigas Manila

Citadines Millennium Ortigas Manila

9.1/557 Reviews
Somerset Alabang Manila

Somerset Alabang Manila

9.5/595 Reviews
Seda Manila Bay

Seda Manila Bay

9.2/5300 Reviews
Winford Resort and Casino Manila

Winford Resort and Casino Manila

9.1/5147 Reviews
Discovery Suites Manila Philippines

Discovery Suites Manila Philippines

8.9/558 Reviews
Novotel Suites Manila at Acqua

Novotel Suites Manila at Acqua

8.5/568 Reviews
The Henry Hotel Manila

The Henry Hotel Manila

8.7/544 Reviews

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Solaire Resort North

Solaire Resort North

8.9/568 Reviews
Vivere Hotel and Resorts

Vivere Hotel and Resorts

9.3/590 Reviews
Anya Resort Tagaytay

Anya Resort Tagaytay

9.0/542 Reviews
Pico Sands Hotel

Pico Sands Hotel

9.1/557 Reviews
Rancho Bernardo Luxury Villas and Resort

Rancho Bernardo Luxury Villas and Resort

8.3/517 Reviews
Magarra Hotel

Magarra Hotel

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Club Punta Fuego

Club Punta Fuego

8.9/560 Reviews
ABC Hotel

ABC Hotel

9.4/555 Reviews
Clark Marriott Hotel

Clark Marriott Hotel

8.8/573 Reviews
Hilton Clark Sun Valley Resort

Hilton Clark Sun Valley Resort

9.6/553 Reviews
Swissôtel Clark Philippines

Swissôtel Clark Philippines

9.4/579 Reviews
Midori Clark Hotel and Casino

Midori Clark Hotel and Casino

8.8/548 Reviews

Top 50 4-Star Select Hotels near Manila

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Citadines Benavidez Makati

Citadines Benavidez Makati

9.1/572 Reviews
Aruga Apartments by Rockwell

Aruga Apartments by Rockwell

8.7/541 Reviews
EG Private House - BGC UPTOWN

EG Private House - BGC UPTOWN

9.3/571 Reviews
BGC One Uptown Residence

BGC One Uptown Residence

8.4/548 Reviews
Brittany Hotel Villar City

Brittany Hotel Villar City

8.0/512 Reviews
Hotel Kimberly Tagaytay

Hotel Kimberly Tagaytay

9.2/541 Reviews
Escala Tagaytay

Escala Tagaytay

9.0/565 Reviews
Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar

Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar

8.4/548 Reviews
La Jolla Luxury Beach Resort

La Jolla Luxury Beach Resort

8.6/549 Reviews
Araya Beach Casas

Araya Beach Casas

10.0/51 Reviews
Bayandati Resort

Bayandati Resort

9.8/534 Reviews
Walking Street Condo Beautiful 1 King Bedroom

Walking Street Condo Beautiful 1 King Bedroom

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Popular Types of Attractions in Manila
Popular Attractions in Manila
Zoo Lake  |  Monastery of Saint Agustin  |  Taipei Spa  |  Michiko Fiber Manufacturing  |  Calvo Museum  |  Plaza Rajah Sulayman  |  Santa Ana Church  |  The Dungeons of Fort Santiago  |  Malate District  |  Minor Basilica & National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno - Quiapo Church (Archdiocese of Manila)  |  Manila Bay  |  Manila Chinese Cemetery  |  Divisoria Public Market  |  ASAC  |  University of the Philippines Manila: Museum of a History of Ideas  |  Dapitan Sports Complex  |  Philippine Airlines - Corporate Sales  |  Mercury Theatre  |  St. Pius X Parish (Archdiocese of Manila)  |  Quadricentennial Fountain  |  Victoria de Malate  |  Malacanang Golf Club  |  Manila Mini Forest Park  |  SMYPC - Manila Plastics Plant  |  Manila Executive Regency  |  Department of Health  |  The Ramon Magsaysay Center  |  Antonio Tiu (Manila Chinese Cemetery)  |  Information Technology Services  |  The Metropolitan Theater
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Popular Restaurants in Manila
The Aristocrat Restaurant  |  Emerald Garden  |  Barbara's Heritage Restaurant  |  Bistro Remedios  |  Ilustrado Restaurant  |  Dads world buffet  |  Uno Seafood Wharf Palace  |  New Toho Food Center  |  LI LI  |  Century Seafood Restaurant  |  Sky Deck View Bar  |  Market Cafe  |  Dong Bei Dumplings  |  Ristorante Delle Mitre  |  Raffaele Woodfired Pizza, The Bayleaf Hotel  |  Mang Inasal  |  The Original Salido Restaurant  |  Mei Sum Tea House  |  Patio de Conchita Restaurant  |  Kenny Rogers Roasters  |  Cowboy Grill Mabini  |  Cafe Adriatico  |  Shawarma Snack Center  |  Ramon Lee's Panciteria  |  Café Ilang-Ilang  |  Sincerity - Lucky Chinatown  |  Makan Makan Asian Food Village  |  Tanabe Japanese Restaurant  |  Max’s Restaurant  |  Salazar Bakery
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