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9 Days in Manila: Unveiling the City's Hidden Gems

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16 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant streets of Manila as you discover ancient marvels, immerse in rich Chinese heritage, and explore fascinating museums. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure filled with history, culture, and breathtaking sights.

Trip to Manila

Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Fort Santiago and Chinatown Museum
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$3

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$ 1

Fort Santiago
This landmark defensive fortress features a museum commemorating the national hero José Rizal.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$3
9 - 11 min

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Chinatown Museum
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 2Delving into History at Rizal Shrine, Bahay Tsinoy, and Casa Manila
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$8

Rizal Shrine at Fort Santiago
Prison where 19th-century national hero Jose Rizal was held, now a museum with books & artwork.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$3
11 - 16 min

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Bahay Tsinoy, Museum of Chinese in Philippine Life
Museum & heritage center exploring contributions & influences of the Chinese in Philippine culture.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$3
3 - 4 min

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Casa Manila
This restored 1850s house is now a museum displaying Spanish colonial furniture, art & architecture.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$3
Day 3Dive into the Wonders of the Sea at Manila Ocean Park
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$13

Manila Ocean Park
Aquatic theme park & educational facility featuring hands-on activities, an oceanarium & live shows.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
Day 4Immerse in Art and Spirituality at Museo ng Sining, National Shrine of Our Mother of Perpetual Help, and Makati Museum
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$3

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$ 2

Museo ng Sining, GSIS
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$3
13 - 16 min

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National Shrine of Our Mother of Perpetual Help
Modern Romanesque worship site with a 24-bell carillon, a revered icon & a colorful rose window.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Makati Museum
Old colonial building displaying some local historical artifacts & photos.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Appreciating Contemporary Art at Museum of Contemporary Art and Design and UST Museum
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$5

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$ 1

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design
College gallery for modern art housing innovative exhibits, workshops & avant-garde pieces.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$3
20 - 24 min

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UST Museum
Eclectic university museum housing paintings, religious, geology, zoology & botany exhibits.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3
Day 6Indulge in the Beauty of Fine Arts at the National Museum of Fine Arts
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$3

National Museum of Fine Arts
Massive museum with collections of Filipino fine art, archaeology, botany, natural history & more.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$3
Day 7Unravel the Mysteries of Nature at the National Museum of Natural History
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$3

National Museum of Natural History
Zoological, botanical & geological specimens displayed in an elegant venue with a soaring atrium.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$3
Day 8Discovering History and Spirituality at Rizal Park and San Agustin Church
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$3

Rizal Park
Grand 57-hectare park featuring lawns, gardens, outdoor events & a monument to hero José Rizal.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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San Agustin Church
Historic church constructed starting in the 16th century with vaulted ceilings & detailed frescoes.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$3
Day 9Journey through Time at Ayala Museum and Museo de San Agustin (Convent Museum)
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$9

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$ 1

Ayala Museum
Modern museum for Filipino archeological artifacts, history & culture exhibits & a research library.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$6
25 - 30 min

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Museo de San Agustin (Convent Museum)
Museum with a collection of artifacts & artwork in a former monastery adjacent to a landmark church.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3

Budget breakdown: $49 In total

Activities & Food:$47
Transport:$3