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Manila is a densely populated bayside city located in Southeast Asia. It enjoys a beautiful tropical climate and is home to many picturesque beaches and native animals. More than 5 million tourists visit the city every year, due to the fact it serves as a gateway to many other vacation spots in the Philippines. The city exudes a very fast-paced vibe, although there are beautiful parks and green spaces that will give you some peace and quiet. The city experienced a volatile period, particularly during the Second World War. You'll see glimpses of its rugged past when you visit the city's historic areas.
Things to do in Manila
The city is home to many museums and cathedrals, so grab some comfortable shoes, book your air tickets to Manila and get ready to find out what this capital city is all about. Visitors love coming to Manila to experience the nightlife, shop for affordable merchandise and mingle with the friendly locals.
Take our well-thought out list of must-dos along if you don't know how to spend your time in the city:
Wander about the old district of Manila named Intramuros to get a better understanding of the culture and history of this city
Visit the Rizal Park to see the place the country's political activist José Rizal was executed
Check out the street markets in Divisoria, Quiapo and Baclaran for some interesting and cheap finds
Head to Manila Bay and enjoy the sunset or to cruise along the bay in a yacht
Take a ride on a jeepney—a vehicle that has become a symbol of the country's art and culture
Head to the SM Mall–considered the 3rd largest in Asia
Visit Binondo–known for its restaurants serving affordable Chinese fare
Take a trip to the Manila Cathedral, the San Sebastian Church or the San Agustin Church to see the architecture and ornaments on display
Catch an event or watch an artist perform at the Mall of Asia Arena
Visit the ancient stronghold named Baluarte de San Andreas to understand how this fortification protected citizens from invaders in the past
Airports in Manila
Passengers to Manila are served by Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Approximately 19 million domestic passengers and 17 million international passengers pass through the airport each year. The airport has 5 terminals, with terminal 1 handling foreign carriers and terminal 2 and 3 handling both domestic and international flights. Terminal 4 is the main domestic terminal. It's home to many food stores, banks and eateries. Terminal 5 has been designed to service all low-cost carriers.
There are nine bus routes that connect passengers travelling to and from the airport. There's also a shuttle bus that connects passengers to the Taft Avenue MRT Station. Passengers can use the rail network from this station to get to various parts of the city. Additionally, passengers can use the NAIA expressway to get around by car.