5-Hour Manila City Tour through Intramuros and Rizal Park

5 Hours Round trip from Manila Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Walk through the heritage-rich lanes of Intramuros and explore Fort Santiago
  • 02 Visit San Agustin Church and Casa Manila in Manila's historic walled city
  • 03 See the Cultural Center of the Philippines and the fascinating Coconut Palace
  • 04 Stroll through Rizal Park, one of the city's rare green spaces

Discover the gems of old Manila on this 5-hour tour, from the Cultural Center of the Philippines and the fascinating Coconut Palace to the green expanse of Rizal Park. Step into the colonial heart of the city in Intramuros, where Fort Santiago, Plaza Roma, San Agustin Church, and Casa Manila reveal Manila's layered history and heritage. If time permits, the tour also includes a final stop at Paco Park.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
City Manila
Languages Cantonese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Old Manila, Rizal Park, and Intramuros Discovery

Not valid for shore excursions or layovers.

At the appointed time, meet your English-speaking guide in the hotel lobby and depart for this half-day excursion.

The city tour begins with a quick visit to the Cultural Center of the Philippines, built during the period of Marcos' rule. The route continues with a brief stop at the beautiful and fascinating Coconut Palace.

Then travel along the Manila Bay waterfront to Rizal Park, the only green area in the city where buildings and skyscrapers do not prevail. After a short walk through this huge park, continue to Intramuros, the final stop and main destination of the excursion.

Inside this historic walled city, your exploration begins at Fort Santiago. Then continue toward Plaza Roma and the surrounding buildings.

Conclude the tour with a visit to San Agustin Church and Casa Manila. Before returning to the hotel, make a final stop at Paco Park, if time permits.

Return to the hotel and end the tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Manila 1 city · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Professional tour guide
  • Selected admission fees (Fort Santiago, Manila Cathedral, Casa Manila, Rizal Execution Ground)
  • Drinking water

What's Not Included

  • Food and drink
  • Optional entrances
  • Personal needs
  • Shopping
  • Souvenirs
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Everything not mentioned in "What's Included"

What to bring

  • Wear comfortable shoes.
  • Cap and sunglasses (check the weather forecast).
  • Umbrella (check the weather forecast).
  • Pocket money.
  • Everything for your personal needs (e.g. medicine).

Know before you go

  • Museums are closed on Monday.
  • Pick-up and drop-off are free of charge in the following areas: Manila (southbound of the Pasig River), Makati (the financial district), and Pasay.
  • An additional charge of Philippine Pesos 750 applies for pick-up and drop-off in the following areas: Binondo, Bonifacio Global City, Mandaluyong, Ortigas, Sta Cruz, and Tondo.
  • An additional charge of Philippine Pesos 1500 applies for pick-up and drop-off in the following areas: Alabang, Las Piñas, Parañaque, Pasig, and Quezon City.
  • Optional entrance fees: Baluarte de San Diego (PHP 75/pax), San Agustin Museum (PHP 200/pax).
  • The tour duration is five hours. Additional charges apply for every extra hour.
  • The tour is available in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish for an additional charge.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Manila
Tour start
Manila
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 hours finish where they began, in Manila.

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