Philippines

19 Best Things to Do in Philippines

From Intramuros down: what real review volume says is worth your time in Philippines.

Order reflects review volume from real travelers across 355 tracked Philippines places, capped at 3 per city. Refreshed monthly.

  1. Intramuros

    Neighborhood · ManilaFree entry

    Intramuros is the historic walled core of Manila, the 'city within walls' built by Spanish colonists in the 16th century, and the most evocative window into the Philippines' colonial past.

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  2. Fort Santiago

    Park & nature · Manila

    Fort Santiago is the historic citadel guarding the mouth of the Pasig River within Manila's walled city of Intramuros, and the most important fortress in the Philippines.

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  3. Rizal Park

    Park & nature · ManilaFree entry

    Rizal Park (Luneta) is Manila's grand central park and one of the most historically significant public spaces in the Philippines, a sprawling green expanse by Manila Bay dedicated to national hero…

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  4. Newport World Resorts

    Entertainment · PasayFree entry

    Newport World Resorts is a sprawling entertainment hub in Pasay, Philippines, located within the Newport City development.

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  5. Art in Island

    Museum · Quezon City

    Art in Island is a unique museum in Quezon City's Cubao district that offers an immersive experience with over 100 large-scale 3D paintings.

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  6. San Sebastian Cathedral

    Religious site · BacolodFree entry

    San Sebastian Cathedral is the main Catholic church in Bacolod City, located on Rizal Street in the city center.

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  7. Ace Water Spa

    Sight · Quezon City

    Ace Water Spa, located at 399 Del Monte Avenue in Quezon City, is a top-rated wellness destination known for its therapeutic water facilities.

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  8. Balinghai Beach

    Park & nature · MalayFree entry

    Balinghai Beach is a small, crescent-shaped cove on the northern coast of Boracay Island, away from the crowds of White Beach.

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  9. Harbor Point

    Market · OlongapoFree entry

    Harbor Point is a vibrant public market situated along Rizal Highway in Olongapo, right on the edge of Subic Bay.

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  10. U.P. Town Center

    Market · Quezon CityFree entry

    U.P. Town Center is a bustling commercial complex located along Katipunan Avenue, right across the University of the Philippines campus.

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  11. Boracay Eclipse Dive Center

    Park & nature · Malay

    Boracay Eclipse Dive Center is a well-regarded dive shop located on the southern end of White Beach in Station 3, Malay, Aklan.

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  12. The Negros Museum

    Museum · Bacolod

    Housed in the former Provincial Capitol building, The Negros Museum offers a deep dive into the heritage of Negros Occidental.

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  13. Victory divers

    Market · MalayFree entry

    Victory Divers is a bustling market located along White Beach in Station 2, Malay, Philippines. It is a popular spot for tourists seeking local handicrafts, souvenirs, and authentic Filipino street food.

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  14. The Dessert Museum

    Museum · Pasay

    The Dessert Museum is a playful, interactive attraction located in S Maison at Conrad Hotel Manila in Pasay, Philippines.

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  15. SM City Bacolod

    Market · BacolodFree entry

    SM City Bacolod is a major shopping complex situated on the Rizal Street Reclamation Area in Bacolod, the capital of Negros Occidental province.

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  16. Runway Manila

    Landmark · PasayFree entry

    Runway Manila is an innovative urban space that repurposes a former airport runway into a pedestrian bridge and viewing platform.

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  17. Summit Ridge Promenade

    Market · TagaytayFree entry

    Summit Ridge Promenade, located along Tagaytay-Nasugbu Road in Maharlika West, is a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking breathtaking views of Taal Volcano and the surrounding lake.

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  18. Spasify

    Sight · Subic Bay Freeport Zone

    Spasify is a serene wellness retreat located in the heart of Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Luzon.

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  19. Holy Land

    Religious site · Subic Bay Freeport ZoneFree entry

    The 'Holy Land' is a religious site located in the Subic Bay Freeport Zone in the Philippines, adjacent to Tipo Security Plaza along Tipo Expressway.

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By city: Manila · Pasay · Quezon City · Malay · Bacolod — or check visa rules for Philippines

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