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1. The Manila Cathedral
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4.6
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367 reviews
1,163 reviews
No.1 of Best Things to Do in Metro Manila
Isa Milian
The cathedral is a classic church made from a Spanish architecture from the period of the Spanish rule. The in exterior is a classic Gothic style church and the inside is classic Spanish paintings and religious idols.It is a worth seeing if you are a fan of old, classic architecture and designTicket: Free Business Hours- All DayItinerary Scheduling- 10-20 minute total viewing time
Manila
1 km from downtown
2. Manila Ocean Park
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4.5
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313 reviews
2,258 reviews
No.2 of Best Things to Do in Metro Manila
Jenneth
nice and amazing performance im happy na nadala ko ang family ko sa manila ocean park na enjoy din naman nila pumasyal dahil sa ganda ng mga view.
Manila
2.3 km from downtown
3. Fort Santiago
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224 reviews
2,139 reviews
No.3 of Best Things to Do in Metro Manila
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sundoeshine
If you like going to museums and historical sites then definitely Fort Santiago is worth a visit! I would recommend this place for those people visiting Manila. Worth a visit!!
Manila
1.1 km from downtown
4. Chinatown
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238 reviews
428 reviews
No.4 of Best Things to Do in Metro Manila
Isa Milian
Chinatown in Manila, Philippines is a charming and vibrant reminder that no matter where you go, you’ll always find a piece of China. Located in the heart of Manila, it shows a rich blend of colors and traditional Chinese culture.Why Visit: • A diverse mix of Chinese stalls offering both traditional and modern twists on food, goods, and culture.Tip: • Traffic can be heavy, so plan your visit accordingly to avoid heavy traffic
Manila
619m from downtown
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5. BOYNEXTDOOR TOUR ‘KNOCK ON Vol.1’
4.9
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Concerts
Quezon City
8.6 km from Manila
6. Filipino Cuisine Cooking Experiences in Metro Manila
4.8
No.1 of Activities in Metro Manila
Manila invites you to join a vibrant cooking class, explore the essence of Philippine cuisine in the hustle and bustle of the city, and embark on a unique journey of taste. Rich course content: Usually the course lasts 2-4 hours, focusing on Manila's signature cuisine. There are also many courses that focus on baking desserts. You can enjoy intimate moments with your family or friends by making exclusive cakes, cakes decorated with mermaid tails, red velvet cupcakes, etc. There are also authentic Philippine cakes, such as bibingka baked with glutinous rice flour. The course content is simple and easy to get started, which is very suitable for children to exercise their hands-on ability. Moderate class size and professional faculty: The class size is always small and medium, which makes it convenient for the chef to take care of all the students. Students can also exchange food culture from all over the world. The atmosphere is active, which adds to the fun of learning. Most of the chefs who teach the course are experienced and highly skilled. The teaching begins with theoretical explanations, followed by hands-on practical guidance, and each step is strictly controlled to ensure that the students can operate smoothly. Fully equipped: The venue is usually equipped with modern kitchen equipment, including advanced chef machines, ovens, blenders, etc., to provide students with a first-class cooking environment. There are also venues equipped with tablets where you can select baking items on the app to help you understand the steps, so you don’t have to worry about not being able to keep up with the progress and can complete the production at your own pace. Experience cooking classes in Manila, with local courses, professional teachers, modern facilities and caring teaching, to help you become a Filipino food expert and retain beautiful taste memories.
Philippines · Paranaque
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7. Keshi: REQUIEM TOUR
4.7
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Concerts
Pasay
7.7 km from Manila
8. National Museum of Fine Arts
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45 reviews
74 reviews
No.5 of Best Things to Do in Metro Manila
Specialty exhibition halls
NNash
This is free for everyone to see. At the entrance, Spoliarium will great you! This is an amazing piece of art. Huge! Inside, you will see all the amazing art pieces by Filipino artist. The atmosphere is good, and temperature is just okay.
Manila
1.4 km from downtown
9. Rizal Park
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96 reviews
2,106 reviews
No.6 of Best Things to Do in Metro Manila
Mushfiqur Rahman Chowdhury
Surrounded by multiple national museums covering a wide area and close to Intramuros - two must-visit places in a Manila itinerary.
Manila
1.8 km from downtown
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10. Taeyeon Manila Concert 2025 | TAEYEON CONCERT – The TENSE in MANILA | SM Mall of Asia Arena
4.4
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Taeyeon, the leader of the popular K-Pop girl groupGirls' Generation, is returning to Manila with her new world tour “TAEYEON CONCERT – The TENSE,” which will take place atSM Mall of Asia Arenain March 2025!According to the current official schedule,“TAEYEON CONCERT – The TENSE”will kick off in March 2025 with three shows at the KSPO DOME in Seoul, followed by Taipei, Manila, Jakarta, Macau, Singapore, Bangkok, and Hong Kong.The highly anticipatedTAEYEON CONCERT - The TENSE in MANILAwill be held on 29 March 2025 at SM Mall of Asia Arena.
Pasay
7.8 km from Manila
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