What to do and see in Metro Manila, Luzon: The Best Free Things to do

August 15, 2021 Marlin Saiz

Discover the best top things to do in Metro Manila, Philippines including Runway Manila, San Agustin Church, University of Santo Tomas, Salcedo Saturday Market, Greenbelt Mall, SM Megamall, Bonifacio Global City, Manila American Cemetery and Memorial, National Museum Of Anthropology, S Maison.
Restaurants in Metro Manila

1. Runway Manila

Andrews Avenue, Pasay, Luzon 1300 Philippines
Excellent
88%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 50 reviews

Runway Manila

Reviewed By MakotoPhil - Saitama, Japan

An air-conditioned walkway bridge between NAIA terminal 3 and Newport City. Newport City houses several hotels which are just across the road from the airport, and offers excellent accommodation especially for those who want to avoid traffic jams on their way to the airport. The hotel would just be a few minutes walk to the airport. The restaurants at Terminal 3 offers more affordable meals compared to the restaurants at Newport City. If you stay at any of the hotels at Newport City and you prefer more affordable meals, you can leisurely pass through the pedestrian bridge and get a meal at one of the restos at NAIA Terminal 3.

2. San Agustin Church

Gen Luna & Real Sts Intramuros, Manila, Luzon 1002 Philippines 63 2 524 7141 https://ja-jp.facebook.com/Church.SanAgustin/
Excellent
46%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,565 reviews

San Agustin Church

This museum and courtyard gardens is one of the oldest stone churches in the country, having survived 2 fires and 7 earthquakes.

Reviewed By tylersY4577AX - Melbourne, Australia

Amazing beautiful place to see You will be amazed and astounded by the beautiful architecture and the stained-glass windows this place is a must see

3. University of Santo Tomas

Espana St Sampaloc, Manila, Luzon 1008 Philippines (632)406-1611 [email protected] http://www.ust.edu.ph
Excellent
55%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 280 reviews

University of Santo Tomas

This is the oldest university in Asia, founded in 1611, and is one of the world’s largest Roman Catholic universities based on enrollment.

Reviewed By marimara954 - Dubai, United Arab Emirates

One of the historical place that you need to visit in Philippines, through this place you will understand the history of the country. Old and classy

4. Salcedo Saturday Market

Tordesillas St Salcedo Village, Makati, Luzon Philippines http://www.facebook.com/SalcedoMarket
Excellent
49%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 194 reviews

Salcedo Saturday Market

Reviewed By Ckk808 - Honolulu, United States

Amazing market with everything from produce, fresh seafood, local delicacies cooked before your eyes. The visual colors and aromas stimulate your senses as your mouth begins to water, so many choices be sure to bring your appetite.

5. Greenbelt Mall

Greenbelt Drive, Makati, Luzon 1223 Philippines (632)757-4853 http://www.ayalamalls.com.ph/malls-philippines/greenbelt/shopping-dining
Excellent
52%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,695 reviews

Greenbelt Mall

Reviewed By garlandv

Restaurant and coffee shops are everywhere, bridges and a tunnel link you to other stores across the streets, green belt 3 great place to mingle with the locals while enjoying a fresh cup of coffee , only slight negative lots of construction esp around green belt 3 but over all great place buy and just walking around and meeting the Philippine people

6. SM Megamall

EDSA, Mandaluyong, Luzon 1860 Philippines +63 2 633 1722 http://www.sm-megamall.com
Excellent
43%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 486 reviews

SM Megamall

Reviewed By 538johannaa - Melbourne, Australia

This shopping centre is a one stop shop that has everything to keep families entertained for hours. I have kids of different ages from a primary schooler to high schoolers. We can go our separate ways to indulge in our own interests to cover a lot more ground. I myself spent a few hours on the 5th level to do mani/pedi and have my hair treatment and blow waved. My primary aged daughter went to the arcade at the basement level with her dad. My two teenagers went around to shop and do ice skating. There’s a cinema, a grocery store , food halls/courts and a variety of restaurants that will cater to your taste weather it is Italian, Japanese, French, Western fast food , Mexican or local Filipino cuisine. You can find every weather it is fashion, high end luxury brands, electronics and different services like hair salon, nail salon, brow bar, facials, massage, travel centre.

7. Bonifacio Global City

Taguig City, Luzon Philippines +63 2 818 3601 http://bgc.com.ph
Excellent
56%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 881 reviews

Bonifacio Global City

Reviewed By MakotoPhil - Saitama, Japan

BGC is one of the most posh places in Manila. It’s a popular and high-end business district with plenty of business activities and areas for shopping, dining, and entertainment. For posh malling experience, Uptown Bonifacio and The Grand Canal at McKinley Hill are great places. The Grand Canal also has that Italian feel in it and you can enjoy riding the gondola. Market Market and SM Aura are huge malls. Market Market has plenty of options for food, and has plenty of transportation options to other parts of Manila. Bonifacio High Street is an outdoor shopping and dining strip with shops at both side of the pedestrian street which has a relaxing park-like vibe. When you’re in BGC, you’ll feel like you’re transferred into a different world if you entered from the somewhat chaotic environs. Within the business district, electric cables are buried underground, so the city views are orderly. There are green spaces and plenty of high rise buildings. You could also walk from one end of the city to the other, and the air quality is much better compared to most areas in Metro Manila.

8. Manila American Cemetery and Memorial

McKinley Road Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City, Luzon 96515 Philippines 011-632-844-0212 http://www.taguig.gov.ph/tourism/taguig-landmarks/
Excellent
75%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 523 reviews

Manila American Cemetery and Memorial

Reviewed By 234claudeh - Taguig City, Philippines

This amazing place is a must visit during your stay in Manila. Gates open at 9.00am till 5.00pm. Beautifully landscaped, and humbling experience, this visit will take you back to the atrocities of WW2. Spend time reviewing the names and dates of the brave men and women that gave their lives for our freedom today. The crosses and Stars of Davids display the names and dates of passing of these heroes. There are several places to visit and walk, however ensure to visit the main memorial building and be at awe at all the names and history in display that take you back in time and explains the many different battles that took place for the strategic south east asia during this war. This memorial has in addition to the peaceful surrounding, some beautiful trees and flowers. Make sure you spot the many birds that compliment this attraction, especially the green parrots that typically fly around as a couple. amazing pictures to be taken. Make sure you bring with you some water and dress appropriately. No exercising is allowed, so leave the bikes at home.

9. National Museum Of Anthropology

Ermita, Manila, Luzon Philippines +63 2 528 4912 http://www.nationalmuseum.gov.ph/nationalmuseumbeta/Anthropology/Anthro.html
Excellent
51%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 61 reviews

National Museum Of Anthropology

Reviewed By kanemochi - Seattle, United States

This museum is across the street from the National Museum. I would recommend at least a few hours to view the multiple floors of displays dedicated to Filipino history and culture or a full morning or afternoon. Don’t make the mistake of trying to visit both the National Museum and the Museum of Anthropology in just one day. There simply would not be enough time considering both are open for 7 hours per day and the National Museum can easily take an entire day for most people. I believe any visitor to a new country should make a good faith effort to gain a fundamental knowledge of that country’s history and culture. The Museum of Anthropology does an exceptional job of sharing the history and culture of the Philippines and the Filipino people. All displays feature well written summaries of that display’s particular subject. Many displays feature excellent videos for viewing. Brief written summaries accompany all displayed artifacts as well. Most people do a quick walk through looking only at the displayed artifacts. I highly recommend stopping and reading (at least occasionally) the written summaries for the displays. You’ll gain a much better understanding and appreciation of what you’re looking at.

10. S Maison

Conrad Manila, Pasay, Luzon Philippines
Excellent
46%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 26 reviews

S Maison

Reviewed By MuneerAltraiki - Dammam, Saudi Arabia

S Maison is small, but sometimes small things can be amazing. This is one fancy mall, with a GREAT selection of restaurants (Hard Rock Café, Texas Roadhouse, Red Lobster and Paradise Dynasty to name just a few), and an amazing atmosphere and feeling. You say that is not enough for you?? OK,, It’s also connected by an enclosed bridge to SM Mall Of Asia, one of the biggest malls in Manila. Enough said. .Peace.

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