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Manila Heritage Tour: History and Modernity Combined
3.8
10 Ratings
Manila
Discover Manila’s history and modernity on a private tour. Visit Makati, American Cemetery, Intramuros, San Agustin Church, and Fort Santiago.
Discover Manila’s history and modernity on a private tour. Visit Makati, American Cemetery, Intramuros, San Agustin Church, and Fort Santiago.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Manila Clock Tower Museum - Discover the contemporary vibe of Manila’s financial hub, Makati, featuring landmarks like Nielsen’s Tower.
- Forbes Park - Wander through the elite residential area of Forbes Park, celebrated for its opulent homes and verdant surroundings.
- Manila American Cemetery and Memorial - Honor the memory of fallen…
- Manila Clock Tower Museum - Discover the contemporary vibe of Manila’s financial hub, Makati, featuring landmarks like Nielsen’s Tower.
- Forbes Park - Wander through the elite residential area of Forbes Park, celebrated for its opulent homes and verdant surroundings.
- Manila American Cemetery and Memorial - Honor the memory of fallen soldiers at this solemn site, a powerful reminder of wartime sacrifices.
- Roxas Boulevard - Cruise along this renowned boulevard, offering breathtaking views of Manila Bay and its renowned sunset.
- Rizal Park - Explore this historic park, significant in Philippine history and a popular spot for gatherings.
- Intramuros - Travel back in time as you wander through the ancient walls and streets of Intramuros, Manila’s historic old city.
- San Agustin Church - Admire the splendor of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, a magnificent example of Spanish colonial architecture.
- Fort Santiago - Delve into the history of this fort where national hero Dr. Jose Rizal was held before his execution, and learn about its crucial role in Philippine history.
What's Included
- In-person guide available in English, Spanish, or French
- Assistance with booking tickets for desired visits
- Option for private, exclusive, or small group tours
- Tour customization available
- In-person guide available in English, Spanish, or French
- Assistance with booking tickets for desired visits
- Option for private, exclusive, or small group tours
- Tour customization available
What's Not Included
- Tips (Optional)
- Drink and Food
- Transportations (the cost of using public transport during the tour is at your own expense)
- Tickets to any attractions
- Tips (Optional)
- Drink and Food
- Transportations (the cost of using public transport during the tour is at your own expense)
- Tickets to any attractions
Additional Information
Experience the best of Manila’s history and modernity on this private tour. Begin in the dynamic financial district of Makati before proceeding to the American Cemetery and Memorial, a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime. Journey through the old city of Manila, passing through Luneta Park to reach the ancient walls of Intramuros….
Experience the best of Manila’s history and modernity on this private tour. Begin in the dynamic financial district of Makati before proceeding to the American Cemetery and Memorial, a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime. Journey through the old city of Manila, passing through Luneta Park to reach the ancient walls of Intramuros. Explore San Agustin Church, a testament to Spanish colonial architecture. Conclude your tour with a visit to Fort Santiago, where national hero Dr. Jose Rizal spent his last days. Immerse yourself in Manila’s rich heritage and gain a deeper understanding of its cultural significance.
- It’s a city tour and not a tour inside the monuments.
- Please note: A minimum of 2 participants is required for the group option.
- Recommended for all travelers
Location
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We will meet you up at this address
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
3.8
(10 Ratings)
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Sandra_k
Feb 2, 2026
A fantastic few hours exploring…… - It’s warm and very humid for Europeans so be aware you will be walking for the
Guts of four hours
I thoroughly enjoyed the mix of old and new! First time in Manila so I was most grateful for a great day exploring our guide Joem was warm, knowledgeable and an all round great guy and guide! Great singer too! Loved the experience of the tuk tuk in the traffic, really worth doing ……. Thank you Joem!!
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Ben_r
Apr 22, 2025
Informative Tour - Had a delightful experience viewing and learning about several of the important historical parts of Msnila. Our guide Joem did an excellent job. He was knowledgeable and very personable!
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Frankh_d
Mar 11, 2025
Nice tour of old Manila and Chinatown - Nice tour of old Manila and Chinatown. My guide Jerick and I did a walking tour through old Manila. Unfortunately most of it was destroyed during the war. However most buildings have been reconstructed in the same style as the original ones. One major exception was the church which is a highlight of the tour. Also we did a comprehensive tour of Fort Santiago built by the Spanish. Jerick walked me through the tragic history of events that happened at the fort including the massacre and also the execution of the man who became a national hero. There’s a wonderful and moving series of exhibits on his life and death by execution in the fort. We concluded our tour with a walk through Chinatown, and Jerick noted that Manila’s Chinatown is the oldest Chinatown in the world. It’s a vibrant area and I enjoyed a variety of delicious street food as we strolled around. An enjoyable experience!
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Jaynescho20
Feb 26, 2025
Good walking tour. - Tour was very informative and at a comfortable pace. Jerick was excellent and went out of his way to get us a taxi when our phones wouldn't work and waited with us for it to arrive.
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551danyellej
Jan 24, 2025
Great local tour with knowledgeable guide. Must do - Joem was a knowledgeable and entertaining guide. It was a great half day tour of the local historic sites.
We visited the Rizal Park, museum and surrounding area included a jeepney ride too. Well worth it.
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Chris_r
Feb 28, 2025
Manila Walking Tour - Review the stops mentioned in your tour. There is no way to see most of the sites as they are hours away. Walking and with jitney you can only see the sites in the historic center. Our guide Jerick was extremely knowledgeable and great at communicating prior to the visit.
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Yuhen_h
Dec 27, 2024
The tour is not as advertised - Only visit the older part of the town the newer part was skipped by the tour guide
We were told to pay for ticket by ourselves into museums 75 pesos each person. This is inconsistent with original advertised plan.
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Brian_w
Mar 24, 2026
Not as advertised - Wasn’t the tour advertised. Only an Intramuros walking tour. No city sites like Makiti, Nelson Tower and American Cemetery were visited. Guide was surprised when shown the scope of the trip on our phone. There was no pickup as was advertised only a meeting spot that was changed the night before. Our guide was knowledgeable of the areas we covered and very helpful in getting us back to our cruise ship. We had hoped to see more of Manila in our limited time there and were very disappointed with the reduced scope of the tour.
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R3466fnkevinc
Jan 2, 2026
Private Old Manila tour - Although our guide was a nice person, he was not a good storyteller of old Manila. He arrived at the meeting point 25 minutes late and then was unable to communicate a comprehensive historical picture of old Manila. I would not recommend this tour with Mr Alban to friends or anyone.
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Christopher_b
Feb 14, 2025
Read the fine print. No transportation or water included. - The term "pick up" made me believe a tour guide would meet us at our hotel with a car and drive us to the sites for the walking tour. In stead, the guide arrived without a car and we had to take a Grab car, then a Jeepnee, then a tuk-tuk.
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