Manila Insider

By Jonel De Leon

Insider Recommendations
Must Stay
The Henry Hotel Manila is the perfect home away from home
You won’t be homesick when you have the pulse of the city for company.
Must Do
Getting around on a Kalesa is the best way to see the neigh-bourhood
Take in the sights at a leisurely pace on this horse-drawn carriage.
Must Eat
Park yourself in one spot to savour everything at The Yard Underground
From sushi to burgers, this food park has all your cravings covered.
Must Do
Binondo, the world’s oldest Chinatown, has more than just good food
Soak in the rich culture and heritage while you take in the sights.
Must See
Be at peace with war at the Manila American Cemetery
Learn about the history of World War II in a tranquil environment.
Must Stay
Beach parties take place in the city at Azure Urban Resort Residences
Vitamin sea is essential for waterfront living, especially in urban areas.
Must See
Chase the last of the sun’s rays while you take a stroll at Manila Bay
Watch the place come alive as the sun goes down on the city skyline.
Must See
Go off the beaten track to the picturesque Paco Park
From a cemetery to an ammunition depot, this place has been it all.
Must Eat
Locavore elevates local favourites to the next level
Enjoy traditional Filipino dishes with a side of modern updates.
Must See
Happily ever after began 430 years ago at San Agustin Church
The oldest church in the country is also its wedding capital.
Must See
History has been well-preserved within the walls of Intramuros
Travel back in time and relive the good old days of the past.
Must Do
Let the art at Pinto Art Museum transport you to another world
Be wowed by both the stunning artworks and Santorini-style building.
Must Eat
Take the perfect Instagram shot with your cuppa at The Coffee Project
Stop and smell the roses as you hang out in their whimsical garden.
Must See
Happily ever after began 430 years ago at San Agustin Church
The oldest church in the country is also its wedding capital.
Must Eat
It’s easy to do the sums when you have dim sum at Wai Ying Fast Food
The wallet-friendly prices will have you coming back for more.
Must Eat
Get your fill of herbs and spices at Silantro Fil-Mex Cantina
Satisfy your cravings for Filipino and Mexican flavours… together!
Must Do
Get in a workout hunting down street art in Bonifacio Global City
Do it for the 'gram – search the area for all of them, without a map!
Must Do
Have a whale of a time playing with the toys at Yexel’s Museum
For some, this might be the main attraction at Manila Ocean Park.

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