Manila Travel Guide
Philippines
Manila is the capital of the Philippines and a large urban centre with a population of 14,667,089. It sits on Manila Bay, on the island of Luzon, and is the country’s main political and commercial hub.
Most travellers arrive through Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), which serves the city. For time by the water, Manila Bay Beach is 2.8 kilometres away and Baseco Beach is 3.4 kilometres away. Manila Bay Beach is an artificial beach, while Baseco Beach is a beach on the Philippine coast.
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Know before you go
Pays in PHP
Plug type Type A & Type B & Type C (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 911
Dial code +63
Tipping: Tipping is customary in the Philippines, especially for good service. While not mandatory, it's a common way to show appreciation.
Best time to visit Manila
Jan
30°13Feb
31°8Mar
32°9Apr
35°11May
34°20Jun
31°27Jul
30°28Aug
31°25Sep
30°28Oct
30°27Nov
31°19Dec
30°20Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Manila
Manila Bay Beach
2.8 km away
Baseco Beach
3.4 km away
Things to do in Manila
INTRAMUROS
museum
1.2 km
San Agustin Church
roman catholic place of worship
1.5 km
Rizal Park
park
2.5 km
San Sebastian Church
roman catholic place of worship
0.5 km
Manila North Cemetery
park
3 km
Smokey Mountain
monument
4.4 km
Ayuntamiento de Manila
historic site
1.4 km
4.1 km
Getting there
Ninoy Aquino International Airport · 10.5 km
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