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8 Days in Manila: Unveiling the Vibrant Capital

Alvin Jacob

Alvin Jacob

25 Nov 2023

Embark on an exhilarating journey through the bustling streets of Manila, where ancient marvels meet modern delights. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, indulge in delectable cuisine, and explore the vibrant cityscape. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Philippines!

Trip to Manila

Day 1Textiles, Treasures, and Tantalizing Tapsilog
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$203

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$ 11

1775 Adriatico Suites Manila

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Manila Textiles Market
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
8 - 12 min

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National Museum of Natural History
Zoological, botanical & geological specimens displayed in an elegant venue with a soaring atrium.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
9 - 11 min

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Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene
Catholic church containing a revered 17th-century statue of Jesus called the Black Nazarene.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Pepper Lunch Express
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$75
11 - 14 min

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Chades Tapsilog
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$75
Day 2Urban Wonders, Mind-Bending Science, and Culinary Delights
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$218

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$ 9

1775 Adriatico Suites Manila

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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The Bowery
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$35
1 - 2 min

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The Mind Museum
Themed galleries featuring 250+ interactive science exhibits, plus a planetarium, 3D shows & a park.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$63
13 - 16 min

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Ayala Triangle Gardens
Serene, triangle-shaped park with jogging paths, adjacent eateries & seasonal light shows.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Terry's Selection
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$60
11 - 16 min

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Escolta
Feast from around the world at Escolta's renowned international buffets at breakfast, lunch and dinner featuring live cooking stations, home-baked breads, fresh pastas, hand-rolled sushi, charcuterie, Chinese noodles, carving stations, artisanal ice creams plus a 'farm-to-table' concept that highlig
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60
Day 3Coastal Escapades, Shopping Spree, and Bayfront Bliss
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$130

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$ 9

1775 Adriatico Suites Manila

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Seaside Macapagal Avenue
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
9 - 11 min

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SM Mall of Asia
Massive bayfront shopping mall with an amusement park, theater, restaurants & convention center.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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SM by the BAY
Seaside amusement park featuring a large ferris wheel & other rides, plus games & food stalls.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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T.G.I. Friday's
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$45
4 - 5 min

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Yabu
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$45
Day 4Korean BBQ, Luxurious Resorts, and Manila Bay's Dolomite Beach
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$150

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$ 9

1775 Adriatico Suites Manila

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Samgyupsalamat
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$50
7 - 9 min

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Okada Manila
Stylish quarters in a cosmopolitan luxury resort offering a casino, multiple restaurants & a mall.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Manila Baywalk Dolomite Beach
Bordered by open-air cafes, this long, bayside walkway is a popular place to watch the sunset.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Yurakuen Japanese Restaurant
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$55
4 - 6 min

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황소막창 Hwangso Makchang
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$45
Day 5Fiery Grilled Chicken, Exotic Wildlife, and Cultural Extravaganza
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$194

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$ 3

1775 Adriatico Suites Manila

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Eduardo's Peri-Peri Flame Grilled Chicken
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
8 - 11 min

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Manila Zoo
5.5-hectare zoo & garden featuring diverse animals in modest, old-fashioned enclosures.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
13 - 20 min

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Cultural Center of the Philippines
A wide range of cultural events are staged at this major government-run institution.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$31
11 - 16 min

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The Singing Cooks & Waiters (The Singing Cooks and Waiters Atbp)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$45
9 - 11 min

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The Aristocrat
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$65
Day 6Elegant Dining, Historical Landmarks, and Intramuros Delights
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$148

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$ 9

1775 Adriatico Suites Manila

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Champagne Room
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
8 - 11 min

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Rizal Park
Grand 57-hectare park featuring lawns, gardens, outdoor events & a monument to hero José Rizal.
9:00 AM - 11:00 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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$13
6 - 9 min

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Kainan sa Walls sa Intramuros
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$65
9 - 11 min

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Harbor View Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
Day 7Lumpia Delights, Fortress Exploration, and Gastronomic Indulgence
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$198

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$ 11

1775 Adriatico Suites Manila

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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New Po Heng Lumpia House
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$35
17 - 26 min

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Fort Santiago
This landmark defensive fortress features a museum commemorating the national hero José Rizal.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
7 - 9 min

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Ilustrado
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$75
15 - 18 min

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Chades Tapsilog
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$75
Day 8Panoramic Views, Marine Marvels, and Artistic Treasures
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$225

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$ 11

1775 Adriatico Suites Manila

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Harbor View Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
4 - 6 min

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Manila Ocean Park
Aquatic theme park & educational facility featuring hands-on activities, an oceanarium & live shows.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$63
9 - 11 min

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Yabu
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$75
11 - 14 min

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National Museum of Fine Arts
Massive museum with collections of Filipino fine art, archaeology, botany, natural history & more.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$13
8 - 10 min

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황소막창 Hwangso Makchang
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$45

Budget breakdown: $1532 In total

Activities & Food:$1464
Transport:$68