Intramuros Tour: Manila's Historic Heart

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

The traditional Manila sightseeing tour starts in Intramuros, the historic walled city that served as the Philippines’ center for over 300 years. Recognized as one of the top attractions in Manila, Intramuros provides an intriguing look into the country’s colonial history and its impact on the Philippines today.
During this Intramuros walking tour,…

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.

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Margaretlg7167qo
Feb 8, 2026
Crash Course in Filipino History - I was the only one who signed up for the tour so it ended up being a private tour and Jian was excellent! Knowledgeable, kind, and interesting. Would absolutely recommend this tour.
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243elizabethm
Jan 8, 2026
This tour will make the rest of your stay more meaningful - Patrick was an amazing tour guide. He was knowledgeable, pleasant and took care of me well. I definitely met my goal of learning more about the Philippines and its place in the world. Doing this tour when I first arrived helped me plan the rest of my stay. Patrick’s knowledge was amazing. I got a sense of the importance of the Philippines in world history and why its location was so important to Europeans in world trade. I gained an appreciation of the diversity here in that the Philippines is a cluster of islands each with its distinct culture. I saw a bit of the political struggles and the brave people who fought against oppression for the good of the country’s future. Highly recommend tour.
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H4816dzericl
Dec 5, 2025
Amazing 3 Hour Tour of Intramuros! - Amazing must see guided tour of Intramuros. Pat is a very knowledgeable guide, the pace was perfect, and full of educational facts and history. Pat was 15 minutes early (right on time) and even shared more history over a local cafe pastry. Highly recommend this tour, and request Pat.
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Lori_g
Oct 27, 2025
A thorough and enjoyable tour! - Jian was a wonderful guide. I ended up being the only guest that day, so I got a private tour with him, which was fantastic, personal, and allowed for a lot of detail. We toured the St Augustin Church, Casa Manila, and the Fort Santiago plaza. Weather rained us out for a longer stay at the Fort and Manila Cathedral, but that left room for a Tricycle ride through Intramuros and a deeper discussion over coffee, between locations. Highly recommend Jian and his company for this and the other tours they offer. If we're back in Manila I'll definitely look for more experiences with Jian!
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W9793nistephenc
Oct 23, 2025
Very personal, knowledgeable, and friendly - This was an excellent tour! Jian is quite knowledgeable about history, and loves sharing all sorts of interesting trivia and facts. He gave a very good overview of Philippine history, as well as explaining how it impacted Filipino culture. He was happy to answer all sorts of questions. I would highly recommend this tour! (Also, I went during a slow time for tourism, so I actually had a solo tour.)
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Jessica
Oct 7, 2025
I was wowed at every part of the experience - About an hour into the tour I pulled my friend aside to thank them for finding us the world’s best tour… Jian is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the subject matter and it really shines through.
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Nathan_t
Sep 20, 2025
Excellent Tour! - This is a VERY informative tour. The guides, Jian and Patrick, are extremely knowledgeable about Filipino culture and history, and the sites visited throughout Intramuros are fascinating. The tour structure and pace was perfect. I highly highly recommend this tour. It was absolutely worth the price we paid and I'd 1000% do it again.
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Louella_u
Jul 17, 2025
Interesting tour! - Jian was a great guide! He is knowledgeable and full of insights and tidbits of information. Myself and my 3 young adult kids enjoyed the tour very much!
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Janembuenaventura
Jul 5, 2025
Truly and eye opener! - It was an amazing experience! Definitely recommend before starting your vacation to the Philippines. You learn about the history, the people and the events that eventually lead to how things are run in the country. Truly an eye opener! Thank you to Jian and Pat for informing us.
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Nasir_b
Jun 13, 2025
BEST tour guide ever! - Jerome was a phenomenal tour guide! He was very informative, funny, and helpful. Also, he was very accommodating and cordial. I would definitely recommend Jerome to anyone interested in learning more about the Filipino language(s) and the history of the nation. Thank you, Jerome!
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up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).