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3-Hours History Tour Of Old Manila At Intramuros
  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Culture, History, Walking

  • Duration

    3 Hours

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English

Description

Get an insight into the Philippines' colonial past and history on this short walking tour. Start from the Oldest Stone Church in the archipelago and continue to the historic walls of Intramuros. Stroll through the city's narrow streets and stop by the WW2 memorial as you discover the wonderful corners very few get to see. Also, pay a visit to the Manila Cathedral, the highest seat of the archbishop in the country.

Highlights
  • Explore the Oldest Stone Church & historic walls of Intramuros
  • Dive into the fascinating history of the city through its architecture
  • Visit the WW2 memorial & old military garrison
  • Take a walk through the streets & see the city's less-visited corners
  • Experience the spiritual vibe at the Manila Cathedral
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    • Meet your Manila tour guide and dive right into the history of the Philippines! 

    • Start with the Oldest Stone Church in the whole archipelago and learn the backstories on how and why the Spanish made it on this side of the world and what everlasting marks they left in more than 300 years of their occupation.

    • Next, cross the street and enter an expertly recreated 19th-century aristocrat's home and marvel at the furnishings and designs that came about with the combined influence of the East and the West.

    • Make your way towards a rarely visited part of the actual historic walls of Intramuros and take a glimpse at its wondrous past.

    • Go to another museum that will give further insight into the old city of Intramuros and its intertwined history with the catholic church.  

    • Continue walking through the old narrow streets and make a quick stop at a WW2 memorial where you will learn about the Philippines and its role in this Conflict.

    • Take another quick stop at the Cathedral that represents the presence of the Catholic Church in the Philippines.

    • Also, learn about the Filipino's fight for independence at the old military garrison.

What's Included
  • Entrance Fees:

    • San Agustin Church and Museum

    • Casa Manila

    • Fort Santiago

  • 1 bottled water per person

  • English speaking Manila tour guide

What's Excluded
  • Hotel pick up/drop off

  • Food

  • Gratuities

Know before you go
  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.

  • Moderate walking throughout the tour

  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a refund.

Meeting Point

Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 10 USD 60 Per Person

This is a group tour

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USD 60 / person