7-Day Itinerary for Exploring Manila, Philippines 🇵🇭

Day 1: Arrival & Intramuros Tour 🏰🌆

• Arrive at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA)
  • Navigate to your chosen accommodation (see “Where to Stay” section below)
• Lunch
  • Kare-Karean, a local Filipino restaurant specializing in Kare-Kare, a traditional dish made with peanuts and coconut milk.
• Afternoon: Intramuros Tour 🏛️
  • Fort Santiago
  • San Agustin Church & Museum
  • Rizal Shrine
• Dinner
  • Ilustrado Restaurante Filipino for an upscale dining experience with Filipino cuisine

Day 2: Rizal Park, National Museum & Binondo (Chinatown) 🌐🍜

• Morning: Rizal Park & National Museum 🎭
  • Rizal Monument
  • National Museum of the Philippines
• Lunch
  • Try authentic Chinese cuisine in Binondo, Manila’s Chinatown:
    • Dong Bei Xuan for dim sum
    • Taipei Palace for a taste of Taiwanese dishes
• Afternoon: Binondo Exploration 🌆🛍️
  • Ongpin Street
  • Chinese Cemetery
• Dinner
  • Kanin Club for Filipino-Chinese fusion dishes

Day 3: Makati & Greenbelt Area 🏢🛍️

• Morning: Ayala Museum & Legazpi Active Park 🎭🌳
  • Ayala Museum for a glimpse of Philippine history and culture
  • Legazpi Active Park for a relaxing walk or jog
• Lunch
  • Greenbelt 5’s numerous restaurants and cafes, offering various international cuisines
• Afternoon: Shopping & Relaxation 🛍️💆‍♂️
  • Explore Greenbelt Mall, Ayala Center and Rustan’s Department Store
  • Unwind at The Palm Grove Park or The Terrace
• Dinner
  • Wildflour Cafe + Bakery for contemporary American and Asian dishes

Day 4: Quezon City & Art In Island 🎨🌃

• Morning: Quezon Memorial Circle & Elliptical Road 🌳🏛️
  • Quezon Memorial Circle for a peaceful stroll around the monument
  • Elliptical Road to discover local street art and cafes
• Lunch
  • Mesa Filipino Moderne for modern takes on traditional Filipino cuisine
• Afternoon: Art In Island 3D Museum 🎨🌃
  • Interactive museum with stunning 3D art installations perfect for Instagram-worthy photos
• Dinner
  • Tomichan Japanese Dining for authentic Japanese dishes

Day 5: Mall of Asia & Manila Bay Sunset 🛍️🌅

• Morning: Mall of Asia 🛍️
  • Mall of Asia offers various shopping, dining, and entertainment options
• Lunch
  • The Grid Food Market for a wide selection of food vendors
• Afternoon: Manila Ocean Park 🐠🌊
  • Learn about marine life in the Philippines at this oceanarium and aquarium
• Sunset: Manila Bay & Rizal Park
  • Enjoy a stunning sunset while strolling along Roxas Boulevard, with Manila Bay as your backdrop
• Dinner
  • Seafood Island for a seafood feast by the bay

Day 6: Alabang Town Center & Bonifacio Global City (BGC) 🛍️🌆

• Morning: Alabang Town Center for shopping and dining
  • Highlights include The District Imelda and the outdoor amphitheater for live performances
• Lunch
  • High Street Central in Bonifacio Global City (BGC) offers various dining options
• Afternoon: BGC Exploration 🛍️🌆
  • Discover the various districts within BGC, such as The Fort Strip and Bonifacio High Street
  • Relax at The Pond at Bonifacio High Street
• Dinner
  • Salt & Time for upscale American dishes and craft cocktails

Day 7: Departure 🛫

• Morning: Leisurely breakfast at your accommodation or a local café
• Transfer to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) for departure
  • Allow ample time for traffic and security checks, and keep in mind that travel times can vary