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Manila: Where to Stay, What to Do, Where to Eat

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Last updated 24 Mar 2024

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Rediscover the best of Manila

While first-time travelers to the Philippines tend to check off the white sand beaches of Boracay and Palawan first, we should advise that Manila is one city you'll hate to miss. Teeming with food adventures, nearby hiking trails, endless shopping, and historical hidden gems, the capital city is sure to please any type of traveler.

Discover the best attractions, activities, staycation destinations and more with our picks of the best of Manila.

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COVID-19 safety guidelines, Establishment protocols, attraction reopening

Activities

Attractions and things to do around Manila - from museums to food walks

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#PinoyPride Made Instagrammable at The New Lakbay Museo

Discover the Philippines through an interactive and instagrammable way at the new Lakbay Museo! Find out what cool experiences await and how you can get discounted admission here!

Night At The Museum Should’ve Been Filmed In One Of These Manila Museums

Spend a day in one of Manila's museums and satisfy your culture cravings! This includes the National Museum of Natural History and Ayala Museum!

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Manila Road Trip: Discover Manila’s Best Kept Secrets

Manila’s most alluring and most intriguing places are hidden and unknown. Get ready to hunt down these 9 hidden gems in and around Manila!

Shopping and Leisure

Discount vouchers, best salons, self-care pampering

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A Guide To The Ultimate Solo Self-Care Day in Manila

Pamper yourself with a self-care day around Manila. Indulge in haircuts and hair treatments, manicures and pedicures and massages in Manila.

Staycation

Best deals on hotel staycation packages in Manila

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Things To Do Accommodation

Staycation Manila: 15 Hotels in Manila, Philippines with Flexible Rebooking!

These 15 hotels in Manila are giving easy, breezy booking for your relaxing staycation!

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12 Hotel Staycation Packages In and Around Manila Under Php 5,000 - For Two!

Affordable staycation hotels in Manila under Php 5,000 for two per night. Hotels in Manila, Batangas, Subic, Clark and Baguio for Php 5,000 or less.

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Things To Do Accommodation

8 Hotel Staycations Worth the Road Trip from Manila

Soon, we will be able to take road trips from Manila, so we've put together a list of the best hotels outside Manila for the best staycation!

Food

Must-try food in Manila, milk tea delivery, best KBBQ spots

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15 Underrated Restaurants in Manila That’ll Take Your Tastebuds on a Trip Around the World!

Check out these 15 Manila restaurants for your take out and delivery cravings! Mouthwatering options from Singaporean classics to Mexican-Filipino fusion.

Short Trips From Manila

Road trip destinations and activities from Manila less than 3 hours away

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Everything You Need To Know Before Visiting Enchanted Kingdom

Enchanted Kingdom has reopened! Before you go, here are the safety guidelines guests need to observe during their visit - plus discounted offers for its reopening!

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The Best Hiking Spots Just A Drive Away from Manila

Looking for hiking trails near Manila? We've got you covered. From hiking spots from Rizal to Batangas, here are the best places to trek and hike near the capital.

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10 Picture Perfect Prenup Shoot Destinations Just Outside Manila

Looking for the perfect prenup destination near manila? We've sourced 10 stunning locations near the city for the most beautiful pre-wedding photoshoot backdrop!

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13 Ways To Take Advantage of Your Extra Day This Leap Year In and Around Manila

Be a tourist in your own home! Check out thirteen of our must-visit attractions and activities in and around Manila - from top attractions to hidden gems!

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8 Waterparks and Beach Resorts Less Than 3 Hours From Manila

Beat the brutal Manila heat at these waterparks and beach resorts less than 3 hours from Manila! Plus, get an exclusive discount from Klook with our Explore Home promo!

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