All Places in Manila

A café visited during the vlog's first day in Manila.

Intramuros, located in Old Town Manila, is a historical park originally established by the Spanish and later taken over by the Japanese and Americans; it features a golf course that covers the former moat.

A garden area within Intramuros.

The Manila Cathedral, located in Intramuros, has been destroyed and rebuilt eight times due to earthquakes, fires, and wars, with a history dating back to the 1500s.

Fort Santiago in Intramuros is a historic fortress that was a vital military defense during the Spanish colonial era with preserved walls, dungeons, peaceful gardens and a shrine dedicated to José Rizal.

SM Mall of Asia is the largest mall in the Philippines, featuring a wide variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, including a place to watch the sunset.

A mall with a Venetian theme visited on the first day.

A restaurant visited on the second day of the Manila trip.

A pop-up shop visited during the second day.

A group of malls visited during the second day.

A restaurant visited at Uptown Mall during the second day.

The Ayala Museum houses a collection of interactive exhibits Contemporary Art and ethnographic artifacts that bring the nation's Rich Traditions to life.

Manila Ocean Park is home to 14,000 marine creatures indigenous to the Philippines and Southeast Asia, featuring an underwater walkway, penguin exhibit, and jellyfish exhibit.

A place to visit in Manila.

A Chinatown area recommended in Manila.

A garden area recommended in Manila.

A fine arts museum recommended in Manila.

Casa Manila is a Spanish-era house museum in Intramuros, showcasing the lifestyle of a privileged home during the 19th century with carved furnishings and traditional delicacies.

Rizal Park, also known as Luneta Park, is a peaceful garden in the heart of Manila, featuring open-air concerts, a chess plaza, and various points of interest including the monument of Dr. Jose Rizal.

A central square area recommended in BGC, Manila.

A mall recommended in Manila.

A mall in Manila.

A café recommended in Manila.

A coffee shop recommended in Manila.

A café recommended in Manila.

A café in Manila.

A café in Manila.

A restaurant recommended in Manila.

A restaurant in Manila.

A restaurant recommended in Manila.

A café recommended in Manila.

San Agustin Church, the oldest stone church in the Philippines, features fresco ceilings, twin bell towers, and a museum that chronicles Catholic artifacts and religious history.

The National Museum of the Philippines showcases Filipino culture through extensive collections and artifacts related to art, archaeology, anthropology, zoology, biology, and natural history.

Binondo is Manila's Chinatown, known as the world's oldest, and a destination for food lovers with dim sum, noodles, street snacks, heritage shops and family-run restaurants, especially lively during Chinese New Year.

Manila Bay offers scenic views of the city skyline, especially at sunset, and is a bustling harbor with open-air cafes and opportunities for dinner cruises.

Poblacion is a Hipster district with casual bars artsy dive clubs and hole in the wall eies, offering Lively nightlife with local craft beers and street eats.

City of Dreams is a casino and gaming area with multiple hotels, high-end restaurants, and a DreamWork dream play area for kids.

Manila Seaside is a ritzy area along Manila Bay, popular for waterfront walks and its proximity to the SM by the Bay amusement park.

BGC (Bonifacio Global City) is highlighted as a well-connected area in Manila with fast internet and fiber optics, making it a good base for digital nomads. It is also mentioned as a place where one can find malls to escape the heat.

The oldest Chinatown in the world, established in 1594, also known as the Binondo district, featuring churches, shops, and open markets.

Makati is the economic hub of the Philippines, offering a mix of upscale living, commercial establishments, street vendors, and Western chain restaurants.

SM by the Bay Amusement Park features a large ferris wheel and various rides and games.

San Augustine Church is a pillar of the Catholic and colonial past, standing for more than five centuries.

Venice Canal shops offers gondola rides and various shops, similar to the Venetian in Las Vegas or Macau.

High Street in Bonifacio Global City (BGC) features upscale shops and restaurants and beautiful buildings.

Forbes Town in BGC offers a high-end experience with restaurants and cafes.

Taal Volcano is an active volcano located in Tagaytay City, surrounded by a crater lake, offering spectacular views and a unique geological experience.

SM Aura Premier is a modern mall in BGC offering a way to beat the humidity and heat.

Newport World Resort features resorts, casinos and a mall.

Manila Cathedral is a beautiful cathedral for those interested in the history of Spanish settlements.

The Pasig River is crossed when traveling from Intramuros to Chinatown.

The Jose Rizal Museum is located nearby Fort Santiago.

The Jose Rizal Park is located nearby Fort Santiago.

Senderies in Quezon City is a vetted local market where you can find well-cooked Filipino street food with high hygiene standards.

Salcedo Market in Jeremy Velasquez Park is a local market in Makati where you can find well-cooked Filipino street food with high hygiene standards.

Sunset Boulevard is a lovely place with music and laughter, where you can watch the sunset while having a drink.

Dampa is a seafood dining experience where you buy fresh seafood at a wet market and have it cooked at a nearby restaurant.

Old Manila, also known as Intramuros, is the historical and cultural hub of Manila, offering tours of historical buildings and cobblestone streets.

Poblacion Fort is a well-known area in Makati to go bar hopping.

Downtown Makati is a well-known area to go bar hopping.

Milky Way Cafe in Pasay Road is one of the best places in Manila to get halo-halo, a popular Filipino dessert.

Razons is a chain restaurant in Rockwell where you can get halo-halo.

Cubby Things in Quezon City is a great place to get halo-halo.

Chowking is a fast food chain where you can get halo-halo.

Divisoria is Manila's bargain shopping hub with affordable clothes, fabrics, accessories, and party supplies, popular during holidays and for bulk purchases.

Tondo, Manila is referenced as the location and address for Divisoria, a place to find food and street vendors.

Tutuban shopping mall is mentioned in relation to Divisoria and finding street food.

This hotel offers a comfortable and convenient base for exploring Manila's historic Binondo district. Its modern amenities ensure a pleasant stay after a day of sightseeing.

Also known as the Minor Basilica of San Lorenzo Ruiz, established in 1596, it's one of the main churches in Manila.

Built during the Chinese migrant settlement in Manila, it features large fountains, old trees, and historic monuments.

A busy and vibrant market offering groceries, household items, and street food.

A street full of malls, traditional merchandise, decorations, restaurants and food stands.

Built in the 18th century in honor of Don Francisco Carriedo who contributed to bringing clean pipe water to Manila.

Built in the early 17th century.

A local favorite place to explore, shop, and eat, with a multitude of restaurants, eateries, snacks, crafts, fruits, and fresh fish.

Quiapo Church, also known as the Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene, is a historic and highly revered Catholic church in Manila, surrounded by a lively public square and market.

Large crowds of people waiting outside on the Plaza to get inside Quiapo Church and attend the next mass.

One of the most important and strategic parts of the old city of Manila, where the Spanish colonial government resided.

A historic park with a fountain and King Charles of Spain Monument.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site that is turned into a museum, built in 1607 with an intricate Baroque architectural style.

A popular recreational garden used for movies, weddings, cultural and private events; a quiet and serene oasis in the middle of busy Manila.

A popular chain of restaurants established in 1936 and famous for "The best chicken barbecue in town".

The National Museum Complex is a top tourist destination in Manila for those interested in art, culture, and history, showcasing national artworks, antiquities, and natural objects across four buildings.

The National Museum of Anthropology provides perspective into the archipelago's indigenous Roots through detailed dioramas and examples of ethnic textiles.

The Manila Baywalk offers views of the sparkling bay, local vendors, and open-air cafes, making it a romantic spot, especially at sunset.

The National Museum complex is a treasure Trove of interactive exhibits that showcase Filipino Artistry culture and Heritage.

The National Museum of Natural History in Manila showcases the natural wonders of the Philippines, featuring exhibits covering biodiversity, geology, and environmental conservation, including the Tree of Life and the skeleton of Lolong the crocodile.

Mercato Centrale is one of manila's hottest street food hubs, bringing together vendors whipping up Philipino Fair and International options.

Tagaytay is a Haven nestled in the highlands known for its mild climate, offering bulalo, People's Park in the sky, and scenic nature trails.

People's Park overlooks the iconic tal volcano crater lake.

Solaire Resort & Casino offers worldclass gaming, dining, entertainment, and Leisure allinone incredible complex.

The Sky Tower Theater is a state-of-the-art theater featuring top Filipino and international acts.

Also known as Venice Grand Canal mall, is an indoor replica of Venice, Italy, where visitors can dine, shop, or ride a gondola boat.

Venice Grand Canal Mall is a mall evoking the Italian city, featuring canals, Gondola rides, and architecture modeled after Venetian buildings.

Parks and green spaces in Makati where visitors can find farmers' markets with local vendors and live performances on weekends.

One of the biggest and most popular malls in the Philippines, featuring an ice skating rink and concert grounds.

One of the busiest areas in Manila, full of malls, eateries, and stores, where the Wish Bus records live performances of local Filipino artists.

The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) is a hub for Filipino art and culture, hosting theater performances, concerts, and art exhibitions within a modern architectural masterpiece.

St. Augustine Church is a landmark within Intramuros.

Binodu, established in 1594, is the oldest Chinatown in the world and a paradise for food lovers, offering authentic Chinese Filipino cuisine.

A park in Manila where you can find museums and gardens.

Part of a Spanish historical fort built from the remains of a circular watchtower, damaged in wars and earthquakes, and later restored.

A museum inside the Intramuros wall showcasing a traditional colonial house.

A garden located in Risal Park.

A 3D art museum in Manila.

BGC (Bonifacio Global City) is highlighted as a place where the internet works really well with Globe Telecom. It is also mentioned as a place where one can find malls to escape the heat.

BGC High Street is a beautiful place to walk around with many roundabouts.

Rockwell is suggested as a possible base location within Metro Manila.

Estancia is suggested as a possible base location within Metro Manila.

Maati (likely Makati) is mentioned as a possible base location within Metro Manila, though the speaker feels it is getting outdated.

Alabang is suggested as a possible base location within Metro Manila.

Baguio is mentioned as a place the speaker visited for one day, using their Manila Airbnb as a base. Roosters were also heard.

Batangas is mentioned as a place outside of Manila where internet speed might not be fast.

Tagaytay is mentioned as a place outside of Manila where internet speed might not be super fast.

Market Market mall is mentioned as a place to exchange money at Sandre.

SM Malls are mentioned for offering plenty of food options.

Mega World Malls are mentioned for offering plenty of food options.

Star City is an amusement park within the Cultural Center of the Philippines complex, featuring over 30 rides and attractions suitable for all ages.

Montalban is a picturesque municipality in Rizal, offering outdoor activities like mountain trekking, camping, and caving, including the exploration of Wawa Gorge and Wawa Dam.

Quiapo is a district in Manila known for its history, culture, and street life, centered around Quiapo Church (home of the Black Nazarene) and surrounded by streets offering street food and local delicacies.

Bonifacio Global City (BGC) is a modern and developed area in Manila, known for its upscale shops, restaurants, and beautiful buildings, offering a taste of modern urban life.

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Makati is known for its skyline and high-rises and hotels.

Tomas Morato in Keson City offers a mix of laid-back lounges and energetic nightclubs.

Molito complex in Alabang provides a vibrant social scene with its array of restaurants, bars, and cafes.

Mall of Asia's Baywalk is an excellent location for seeing sunsets over Manila Bay.

Roxs Boulevard is mentioned as a place to stop at one of the bars nearby to watch the sunset.

Skydeck View Bar at the bay leaf hotel in Intramuros is a place to watch the sunset.

Bayleaf hotel in Intramuros has the Skydeck View Bar to watch the sunset.

Sunset Bar at the Sophie Tel Manila is a place to watch the sunset.

Sophie Tel Manila has the Sunset Bar where you can watch the sunset.

Salo Market in Salo Village is a vibrant market with cuisines and organic produce.

Greenfield weekend Market is a spacious grassy area with food vendors open until midnight.

Marcato centrali is a night market.

Mentioned as location for night market.

Pasig, location of night market.

The Dessert Museum is an entertainment venue with themed rooms featuring images of desserts and sweets, providing samples.

Lakbay Museo is housed in S maon at Conrad Manila.

Lakbay Museo is housed in Conrad Manila.

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Location of Venice Grand Canal Mall.

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Tiendesitas is a place to go shopping with merchants offering specialized goods and local eateries.

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Greenbelt Mall has upscale retail establishments.

Landmark Glorietta is connected to Greenbelt Mall and SM Makati.

SM Makati is connected to Landmark Glorietta and Greenbelt Mall.

Bambike Ecotours offers eco-friendly tours of Urban Manila using handmade bamboo bicycles, supporting environmental sustainability and local employment.

Robinsons Place Mall is a popular shopping destination for both locals and tourists, offering a variety of unique Filipino items and a modern contrast to the surrounding historic landmarks.

Hotel H2O offers a unique experience where guests can sleep surrounded by an aquarium.

Saledo Market is a vibrant market that takes place at Jamie Velasquez Park every Saturday, offering food, produce, artisanal products, and handicrafts.

Jamie Velasquez Park hosts the Saledo Market.

Ugbo Street Food Market opens in the evening and offers a variety of Filipino street food such as grilled scallops, fried rice, and Dynamite.

Mall of Asia Arena hosts PBA basketball games with passionate crowds.

Tagaytay Taal Volcano is a tourist destination.

Taal Lake is a lake tourist destination.

Ocean Park offers activities for young people and kids, along with restaurants, the Oceanarium, and the Digital National Art Museum.

P. Burgos is considered the nightlife area of Manila in Makati, although nightlife mainly consists of nightclubs rather than walking streets.

Venice Canal Mall has gondola rides and a cool setting, offering an escape from the Manila heat.

Ayala Malls are located around Metro Manila.

BGC (Bonifacio Global City) is a high-rise area with modern malls, residential areas, and restaurants, with Forbestown offering restaurants and upscale condominiums.

The Mind Museum, located in BGC near High Street, is a great place for kids, offering science in the park.

The Grand Hyatt rooftop offers great views at sunset and high-quality food and drinks, requiring pants and closed-toed shoes as part of its dress code.

The American Military Memorial is a memorial and military cemetery with Americans and Filipinos buried from World War II.

San Agustin is a Catholic church and museum with historical relevance related to Spanish influence in Manila and Intramuros.

The World War II Headquarters, now the Intramuros Golf Course, was formerly American General Douglas MacArthur's headquarters.

The Fine Arts Museum is located in Rizal Park.

The Museum of Anthropology in Rizal Park provides information about the history of indigenous people.

Manila Bay Beach is a great place to get a sunset, but swimming is not recommended.

The Venice Canal Mall is a great place to get out of the heat with gondola rides, near BGC.

Greenbelt is a walk-in common area with restaurants, shopping, and a church in Makati.

Newport Mall is part of Resorts World, featuring high-end resorts and casinos near the airport.

Resorts World includes the Newport Mall, high-end resorts, and casinos near the airport (NAIA).

The Digital National Art Museum is similar to Team Labs, with digital art that lights up your mind, located across the street from Rizal Park.

SM by the Bay is a small entertainment area with a Ferris wheel and rides near SM Mall of Asia.

Masungi GeoReserve is located outside of Manila in the mountains.

Chinatown, also known as Binondo, is one of the oldest Chinatowns in the world, best visited for its food and food tours.

Binondo Food Street is known for its variety of delicious street food, offering a mix of Chinese and Filipino cuisine.

Star City is a theme park in Manila offering roller coasters, water rides, and even an area with snow, providing adrenaline rushes and fun experiences.

Robinson's Place Mall is a shopping center with a unique layout, offering a variety of shops, a marketplace, and a place to cool off from the Manila heat.

The Ayala Triangle Gardens is a park surrounded by skyscrapers, offering a touch of nature in the city, often hosting markets and live performances.

Divisoria Market is a busy and crowded marketplace offering incredible prices on a variety of items, from clothing to accessories.

Banaue-Ifugao, is a place for a hiking tour.

The Pasig River Esplanade is a public walkway in Manila where people can stroll, enjoy city skyline and river views, and visit food stalls, with a vibrant light show at Jones Bridge every Saturday. It is a place to relax and experience Manila's riverside charm.

Lucky Chinatown Mall is a modern mall near Binondo that blends traditions with new finds, offering Chinese restaurants, snack stalls, trendy shops, and seasonal events, especially during Chinese New Year.

The National Museums at Rizal Park include the National Museum of Fine Arts, Anthropology, and Natural History, showcasing Filipino culture, heritage, and natural wonders with galleries and exhibits.

SM City Manila is a shopping center located beside the Central Terminal LRT station, offering fashion stores, gadget shops, restaurants, and food stalls.

Manila Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in the Philippines, featuring animals from tigers to birds to reptiles, with play areas for kids.

Aqua Adventure is an area inside Manila Ocean Park with interactive water attractions for kids and adults.

The Philippine Biodome is a modern attraction near Manila Ocean Park where visitors can experience nature and wildlife up close, featuring native plants, birds, and local animals, and a light show at night.

Ongpin Street is located in Binondo, Manila's Chinatown, known for heritage shops, bakeries, and family-run restaurants.

Jones Bridge has a vibrant light show every Saturday.