The densely populated capital city of Philippine, Manila, is a vibrant place and surprising at every step. For first-timers, the maddening traffic, sky-high buildings and complex roads can be intimidating but the iconic landmarks, air-conditioned malls, karaoke bars make it up for all the stress.
Best Time to Visit
November to April is the best time to visit Manila when it is warm and dry. June to September is the rainy season.
Places to Visit
In the heart of Old Manila, Intramuros can be visited to witness San Agustin Church and Fort Santiago. Some of the top sights in the city to visit are the National Museum of the Filipino People, Rizal Park, Paco Park, Quiapo Church, Pinto Art Museum, Chinese Cemetery and Ayala Museum. For kids, Manila Ocean Park and SM Mall of Asia are good places to visit. Divisoria is a shopper’s paradise to buy stuff from apparel to home decor and this is a perfect place to bargain for the deals. Chinatown near Binondo district is a beautiful place with shops and restaurants. The Greenbelt malls in the area of Makati and Greenhills Shopping Centre are accessible shopping centres in the city while the daily market near Black Nazarene Church and Evangelista Street flea markets are vibrant and full of exotic stuff.
Food and Restaurants
Tapsilog, Chicken Inasal, Pancit Bihon Guisado, Sinigang, Adobo and Bibingka are delicious local dishes you must try here. Do not forget to visit Roxas Boulevard (a docked promenade) to have a meal while enjoying the sunset. Purple Yam, Blackbird, Las Flores, Casa Armas and Coffee Empire are popular dining places in the city. You can head to JM Nakpil Street, Pasay road and Malate district to enjoy an upbeat nightlife. To book
hotels in Manila use Goibibo app.
Transportation
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is the main airport serving the city with daily international and domestic flights. Visitors flying from India will find several
international flights with one or two stops.
Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for the cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. To get to the main city from the airport you can take UBE Express Bus, taxis and GRAB (app-based cabs). Other than taxis, Manila Light Rail Transit System (LRT), buses and jeepneys comprise public transport. Car and bicycle rentals are also available with valid ID proofs.