What Best Things to Do are there in Manila?

These are all Best Things to Do in Manila:Minor Basilica and Metropolitan Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception - The Manila Cathedral, Fort Santiago, Manila Ocean Park, Chinatown, National Museum of Fine Arts

What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Manila?

Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Manila include:Minor Basilica and Metropolitan Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception - The Manila Cathedral:4.6, Fort Santiago:4.6, Manila Ocean Park:4.4, Chinatown:4.4, National Museum of Fine Arts:4.4

At what locations in Manila can Best Things to Do in Manila be found?

The Best Things to Do in Manila are mainly located in:Minor Basilica and Metropolitan Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception - The Manila Cathedral:Manila, Fort Santiago:Manila, Manila Ocean Park:Manila, Chinatown:Manila, National Museum of Fine Arts:Manila

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Minor Basilica and Metropolitan Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception - The Manila Cathedral
󰺂5.9
Manila
1.1 km from downtown
Highlights:
󰀆Stained glass & Neo-Gothic style
󰋄Romanesque arches & religious statues
󱨠Saved by 926 users󱨠323 positive reviews
4.6/5
_TI***qt
beautiful cathedral! must see when you’re walking around Intramuros. passing by during weekends gives you an extra treat to see the cathedral dressed up for a wedding
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Fort Santiago
󰺂5.6
33306
Manila
977m from downtown
A fantastic journey to Fort Santiago in the Philippines
Highlights:
Spanish gatehouse reliefs: governor's tale
Monument symbolizes national liberation
󱨠Saved by 557 users󱨠208 positive reviews
4.6/5
victravels
Historical park with a lot of greenery. For history enthusiasts, highlights include the Rizal Museum and underground tunnels detailing Japanese atrocities during WWII. You also get a great view of the river.
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Manila Ocean Park
󰺂5.4
Manila.Manila Bay
2.4 km from downtown
No. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Manila
Highlights:
󰋄25-yard curved underwater tunnel
Spot rare Philippine marine species
󱨠Saved by 951 users󱨠273 positive reviews
4.4/5
tinkerbelle00
I really enjoy seeing aquariums like this. There are quite a lot of shows, including penguins, sea lions, reptiles, and jellyfish. There’s also a special aquarium for sharks. However, I recommend not going on weekends because you’ll have to compete with other visitors for photo spots.
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Chinatown
󰺂4.8
Manila.China Town
265m from downtown
Highlights:
Traditional Chinese goods & streets
󰋄Historic Chinese district since 11th century
󱨠Saved by 479 users󱨠200 positive reviews
4.4/5
Switsen
[View] Not far from the China-Philippine Friendship Gate is Manila Cathedral, and there are many historical attractions nearby. [Fun] There are fewer places to entertain, and try not to go out at night. [Cost-effective] Food accommodation is cost-effective, and there are Chinese restaurant shops everywhere.
5
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National Museum of Fine Arts
󰺂4.6
Manila
1.7 km from downtown
Exploring the Cultural Heritage of the National Museum of Fine Arts
Highlights:
󱨜Witness history & cultural heritage
Philippine artists' works & bios
󱨠Saved by 413 users󱨠30% positive reviews
4.4/5
Amanda Viernes
The National Museum of Fine Arts is a must-visit! I love how it preserves so much history while still feeling fresh and inspiring every time. Walking through the grand halls surrounded by masterpieces like Spoliarium always gives me chills. It’s a beautiful, nostalgic spot that reminds me of school trips, but now I appreciate it even more. A timeless gem in the heart of Manila!
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Manila Bay
󰺂4.4
Manila
25.2 km from downtown
No. 1 of Night Attractions in Manila
Highlights:
󱨜The bay glistens under the sun
Seaside Promenade Cycling with Ocean Breeze
󱨠Saved by 227 users󱨠121 positive reviews
4.3/5
Ulzii Mongolia
Oh my god. That sunset. The most amazing view of my life was in Manila Bay. It was a great evening to spend the night with my Philippine friends there.
7
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Rizal Park
󰺂4.4
Manila.Manila Bay
2.1 km from downtown
Highlights:
󱨜Free nightly concerts outdoors
󰀆Rizal statue: symbol of independence
󱨠Saved by 265 users
4.3/5
Mushfiqur Rahman Chowdhury
Surrounded by multiple national museums covering a wide area and close to Intramuros - two must-visit places in a Manila itinerary.
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Robinsons Place Manila
󰺂4.3
Manila
2.9 km from downtown
Highlights:
󱨜Seven-story mall, 2.6 million sq ft
󱓊Manila uptown mall nearby roundabout
󱨠Saved by 169 users󱨠40% positive reviews
4.6/5
khcc
Since I was staying in a nearby hotel, I walked here for 3 minutes after registering and had lunch on the way. Although it is a bit old, the mall is probably one of the larger shopping malls in the city. It has a complete range of food and entertainment options, and there are many choices to eat. It is a good place for shopping.

Best things to do in Manila (2025)