Top 20 Best Things to Do in Metro Manila
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Top 20 Best Things to Do in Metro Manila

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  • Minor Basilica and Metropolitan Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception - The Manila Cathedraltop_1
    󰺂5.9
    Manila5.6 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰀆Stained glass & Neo-Gothic style
    󰋄Romanesque arches & religious statues
    󱨠Saved by 915 users󱨠324 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    _TI***qt_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

  • Fort Santiagotop_2
    󰺂5.6
    0.98
    Manila5.8 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoA fantastic journey to Fort Santiago in the Philippines
    Highlights:
    Spanish gatehouse reliefs: governor's tale
    Monument symbolizes national liberation
    󱨠Saved by 550 users󱨠208 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    victravelsvictravels

    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.

  • Manila Ocean Parktop_3
    󰺂5.4
    Manila.Manila Bay6.3 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Metro Manila
    Highlights:
    󰋄25-yard curved underwater tunnel
    Spot rare Philippine marine species
    󱨠Saved by 938 users󱨠273 positive reviews
    4.4/5
    tinkerbelle00tinkerbelle00

    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.

  • Chinatown
    4
    󰺂4.9
    Manila.China Town5.3 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    Traditional Chinese goods & streets
    󰋄Historic Chinese district since 11th century
    󱨠Saved by 472 users󱨠200 positive reviews
    4.4/5
    SwitsenSwitsen

    [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.

  • National Museum of Fine Arts
    5
    󰺂4.6
    Manila5.1 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoExploring 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 ViernesAmanda 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!

  • Manila Bay
    6
    󰺂4.5
    Manila30.2 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Night Attractions in Metro Manila
    Highlights:
    󱨜The bay glistens under the sun
    Seaside Promenade Cycling with Ocean Breeze
    󱨠Saved by 222 users󱨠124 positive reviews
    4.3/5
    Ulzii MongoliaUlzii 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.

  • Rizal Park
    7
    󰺂4.4
    Manila.Manila Bay5.5 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Free nightly concerts outdoors
    󰀆Rizal statue: symbol of independence
    󱨠Saved by 264 users
    4.3/5
    Mushfiqur Rahman ChowdhuryMushfiqur Rahman Chowdhury

    Surrounded by multiple national museums covering a wide area and close to Intramuros - two must-visit places in a Manila itinerary.

  • Robinsons Place Manila
    8
    󰺂4.3
    Manila5.5 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Seven-story mall, 2.6 million sq ft
    󱓊Manila uptown mall nearby roundabout
    󱨠Saved by 166 users󱨠40% positive reviews
    4.6/5
    khcckhcc

    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.

  • Quezon Memorial Circle
    9
    󰺂4.1
    Quezon City5.5 km from downtown
    4.9/5
    EMdiELEMdiEL

    My family and I love QMC! It’s a nice place for a morning jog. Great for picnics with family and friends too!

  • National Shrine of Our Mother of Perpetual Help
    10
    󰺂4.1
    Paranaque9.1 km from downtown
    4.8/5
    Chorn Vichet MorkotChorn Vichet Morkot

    Reasons to Recommend: Such a tourist spot that clean and people are friendly and kind I willing to go again next time. Address: Hochiminh

What Best Things to Do are there in Metro Manila?
These are all Best Things to Do in Metro 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 Metro Manila?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Metro 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 Metro Manila can Best Things to Do in Metro Manila be found?
The Best Things to Do in Metro 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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