Quick Summary:

  • How many tourists visit Manila annually?
    • More than one million tourists travel to Manila annually to experience its many attractions.
  • What are some major attractions in Manila?
    • Some of the major attractions include historic sites such as Intramuros, the famous walled city and the center of Manila.
  • What other cultural sites can visitors explore?
    • There are also famous Buddhist temples, stunning architecture, and parks to explore.
  • Why is Manila a great travel destination?
    • Manila is a great starting point for exploring the surrounding areas.


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1. Ayala Triangle Gardens ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Ayala Triangle Gardens | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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2. Batangas ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Batangas | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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3. Corregidor Island

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Corregidor Island | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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4. Daranak Falls

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Daranak Falls | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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5. Enchanted Kingdom

Enchanted Kingdom | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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6. Fort Santiago

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Fort Santiago | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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7. Fortune Island

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Fortune Island | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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8. Hidden Valley Springs

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Hidden Valley Springs | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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9. Malacanang Palace

Malacanang Palace | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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10. Maungi Georeserve

Maungi Georeserve | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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11. Mount Batulao

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Mount Batulao | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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12. Mount Pinatubo

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Mount Pinatubo | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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13. Pagsanjan Falls

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Pagsanjan Falls | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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14. Pinto Art Museum

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Pinto Art Museum | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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15. Beaches at Potipot

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Beaches at Potipot | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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16. Puerto Galera

Puerto Galera | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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17. Quezon Memorial Circle

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Quezon Memorial Circle | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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18. Rizal Park

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Rizal Park | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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19. Stilts Calatagan

Stilts Calatagan | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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20. Subic Bay

Subic Bay | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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21. Taal Volcano Lake

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Taal Volcano Lake | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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22. Tagaytay Ridge

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Tagaytay Ridge | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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23. The Manila Acapulco Galleon Museum

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The Manila Acapulco Galleon Museum | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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24. The Museum of Filipino People

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The Museum of Filipino People | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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25. Villa Escudero

Villa Escudero | Day Trips from Manila, Philippines
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