Intramuros: An Introduction to Philippine History Through Manila's Old City

Embark on a captivating journey through Intramuros, Manila’s historic old city, and delve into the rich tapestry of Philippine history. Uncover hidden gems and lesser-known stories that have shaped the nation’s past and present.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • San Agustin Church - We’ll see the oldest stone church in the entire country and the only survivor of the bombing of Manila during WW2.
  • Museo San Agustin - The Museum beside the Church, here we learn more about the Spanish Galleon Trade that spanned the whole world.
    We shall also learn about the Catholic Church and see the various artifacts…
What's Included
  • Bottled water included
  • Entrance fees covered
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

For centuries, Intramuros was the core of the archipelago, here we kick off a condensed course in Philippine history.

A brief look at the Philippines’ colonial history and how past events have influenced the present Philippines.

Accompany us on this exploration of Manila’s old city as we tread paths seldom taken and uncover delightful nooks and side roads that only a select few get to witness.

Location
San Agustin Church
General Luna Street
Meet up is at the lobby of the San Agustin Museum. This is located at the right side near the main entrance of the San Agustin Church. This is located inside Intramuros.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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617luisr
Apr 26, 2025
Great time in Intramuros - Jerome was a great tour guide, he was so knowledgeable and was able to answer our peculiar questions. You could tell he was able to adapt the tour to our interest and style which made it so enjoyable, he would keep you on your toes with his sprinkle of jokes and some sass :) He was very clear on his communication and let us know exactly what would be seeing and stayed with us until we got on Grab to go our separate ways.
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Thomaspx9313bf
Mar 21, 2025
Perfectly tailored introduction to the Philippines - Jian was terrific. I was the only one on the tour, and he explained things to me as though we were just chatting about the history and culture - instead of being lectured at. He also answered all of my questions fully, and delved deeper into areas that he saw were interesting to me. It couldn't have been a better introduction, and I thoroughly enjoyed it!
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Jamespt3134zy
Mar 13, 2025
Magnificent - The tour itself was great and topped of by wondurful man named Jerome, who showed enthusiasm and great knowledge about the locations we visted during the tour.
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Johnwg6345sx
Mar 4, 2025
Great tour of Intramuros. - Interesting tour of the main sites in Intramuros. Especially enjoyed the Casa Manila house—interesting to see how they lived 200 years ago. Jerome was quite knowledgeable about the history and spoke English quite well. Highly recommend his tours.
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Johnnyslash
Mar 4, 2025
Super informative tour in historical Manila - Very informative tour! I learned quite a lot about Philippine history. Jerome was a great tour guide and I wish I could’ve stayed longer to do the Chinatown tour.
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195danw
Feb 23, 2025
Intramuros History Tour - Well worth it. Jian was a great guide on this tour of Intramuros. He knows an awful lot about Filipino History. My favorite site was far and away the San Augustin Cathedral. It is more than 400 years old and one of the few churches that survived the bombings of World War 2. Visually , with its dome, it rivals some of the more famous European cathedrals. I did this tour and stored my bags at the airport while on a long layover in Manila. Highly recommended.
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Rebeccatp8120rq
Feb 21, 2025
So glad this was part of my Manila itinerary 🫶 - Has a great time with Jian learning about the history of the Philippines. He knows all the tips and tricks to get you an exclusive experience paired with his amazing knowledge. 5 stars!
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Rdw172xy
Jan 28, 2025
First Phillipines historical tour - Jian is nor only a great guy, but a great & knowledgeable guide with insights into conflicts while tragic, led to modern Phillipines. Ykets & snack include Excellent.
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Smvo178
Jan 16, 2025
Truly Unique and Insightful Tour - I lucked out with an impromptu private tour led by Jian, the owner and founder—what an incredible experience! Jian is not only super kind but also deeply knowledgeable, sharing fascinating insights about Filipino history that made every moment engaging. I truly felt more connected to my history after having many conversations with Jian. The tour itself is well-paced, with manageable walking and plenty of time to soak in the beauty of Intramuros. I even discovered Jian runs ghost tours around Halloween—how cool is that? Hopefully, that is something he can offer year-round since we have plenty of spooky things in the Philippines. Make sure to explore Intramuros before or after the tour; it’s a treasure trove of stunning sights and delicious restaurants. This tour is a must for anyone visiting Manila!
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Manuel_p
Mar 7, 2025
OK but would not recommended. - It was only me and my mother. The tour guide was nice and knowledgable but he rushed the tour. We didn't finish all the spots in the itinerary. I would not recommend.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).