City of Manila

Capital: Manila Population: 1,846,513 Area: 43 km²
About City of Manila

The capital city of the Philippines and the most densely populated city in the world. Manila is a historic and cultural center, home to Intramuros, Rizal Park, Chinatown, and the vibrant districts of Ermita, Malate, and Quiapo.

Destinations (16)

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Binondo Chinatown

Established in 1594, Binondo is the oldest Chinatown in the world and remains a bustling commercial district in the hear...

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CCP Complex & Cultural Center

The Cultural Center of the Philippines along Manila Bay is the country's premier performing arts venue, designed by Nati...

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Divisoria Market

The largest and cheapest market in the Philippines, a sprawling commercial district in Tondo where vendors sell everythi...

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Ermita & Malate

The bohemian heart of Manila, a pair of adjacent districts along Manila Bay known for their eclectic mix of heritage hot...

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Fort Santiago

A citadel built by Spanish conquistador Miguel Lopez de Legazpi in 1571, serving as the defense fortress of Intramuros. ...

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Intramuros

The historic walled city of Manila, built by the Spanish in the late 16th century as the seat of government. Intramuros ...

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Manila Baywalk

Stretching along the rehabilitated Roxas Boulevard waterfront, the Manila Baywalk offers one of the most famous sunset v...

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Manila Cathedral

The seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Manila, rebuilt eight times since its original construction in 1581. The c...

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Manila Chinatown Arch (Friendship Arch)

The ornate four-pillar Friendship Arch at the entrance to Binondo serves as the gateway to the world's oldest Chinatown....

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Manila Ocean Park

A marine theme park located behind the Quirino Grandstand along Manila Bay, featuring an oceanarium, aquariums, and vari...

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National Museum Complex

A cluster of three grand museums around Rizal Park offering free admission: the National Museum of Fine Arts houses the ...

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National Museum of Natural History

A stunning neoclassical building in Manila housing the country's natural history collections, featuring the iconic Tree ...

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Paco Park

A circular stone cemetery-turned-park built during the Spanish colonial period, originally used as a burial ground for a...

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Quiapo District

One of Manila's most vibrant and densely packed neighborhoods, centered on the Quiapo Church that houses the revered Bla...

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Rizal Park

Also known as Luneta Park, this 58-hectare urban park in the heart of Manila is one of the largest in Asia and a tribute...

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San Agustin Church

The oldest stone church in the Philippines, completed in 1607 and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located withi...

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