The Philippines Isn't as Scary as the Internet Says
Day 1: Intramuros (Spanish Walled City) Tour Route: π Intramuros (πΆ Fort Santiago β πΆ Manila Cathedral β πΆ San Agustin Church) β Lunch in Intramuros β πΆ National Museum of the Philippines β πΆ Rizal Park β π Manila Bay (sunset) β πΆ SM Mall of Asia (shopping & dinner) β Attraction Highlights: β¨ Fort Santiago β A Spanish-era stone fortress with deep ties to Philippine resistance history. π 8:00β18:00 | Free entry β¨ Manila Cathedral β A stunning Baroque-style church, perfect for photos. π 7:00β18:00 | Free entry β¨ San Agustin Church β A 400-year-old UNESCO-listed Baroque church that feels like Europe! π Open 24 hrs (Museum: 8:00β18:00) | Church free | Museum 200 PHP β¨ Bahay Tsinoy (Chinese-Filipino Museum) β Showcases the history of the Chinese community in the Philippines. π 9:00β18:00 (Closed Mon) | 100 PHP β¨ National Museum of the Philippines β Exhibits on Filipino history, culture, and art. The building itself is Insta-worthy! π 9:00β18:00 (Closed Mon) | Free (bring passport for registration) β¨ Rizal Park β A favorite local spot for leisurely walks. π Open 24 hrs | Free Day 2: Day Trip to Tagaytay Route: β Starbucks Tagaytay (Sip coffee with a view of Taal Lake & Volcano) β‘ Sky Ranch (100 PHP entry β Try the zipline for an aerial view of Taal!) β‘ Taal Lake Boat Tour (Get up close to the volcano-in-a-lake!) β‘ Four Seasons Farm (Pick veggies, feed animals β wear comfy shoes!) β‘ Tagaytay Shooting Range (Experience real gunfire!) Day 3: Relaxing Day at Manila Waterfront & Beyond π Distance from Manila: ~95 km (3.5-hour drive from BGC due to traffic) Route: ποΈ Pink Museum (Antiques & relics from colonial/revolutionary eras) β‘ Waterfall Lunch (Dine with your feet in cool spring water!) β‘ Bamboo Rafting (Age 7+ | Scenic & peaceful) β‘ Cultural Dance Show (Vibrant traditional performances) β‘ Water Buffalo Bath & Cart Ride (Meet the gentle carabaos!) β‘ Water Park Fun (Bring swimwear & a change of clothes!) π« Ticket: 1,800 PHP/pax (includes lunch & all activities) #SpanishWalledCity