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Heart of Local Manila: Streets, Stories & Flavors Experience
Intramuros
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This experience focuses on the everyday culture and living heritage of Manila — not just sightseeing. Guests experience the city through local stories, community interactions, heritage districts, and authentic food tastings that reflect Manila’s multicultural identity. The combination of history, street culture, and culinary discovery creates a more personal and immersive way to explore the capital.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local snack tastings
Guided cultural walking and transport tour
Entrance and environmental fees
English-speaking local guide
Personal expenses
Additional food and drinks not included in the sample tastings
Optional food purchases during the tour
Hotel transfers outside Metro Manila
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
Plaza San Luis Complex
Return
Heart of Local Manila: Streets, Stories & Flavors Experience
Intramuros
About
This experience focuses on the everyday culture and living heritage of Manila — not just sightseeing. Guests experience the city through local stories, community interactions, heritage districts, and authentic food tastings that reflect Manila’s multicultural identity. The combination of history, street culture, and culinary discovery creates a more personal and immersive way to explore the capital.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local snack tastings
Guided cultural walking and transport tour
Entrance and environmental fees
English-speaking local guide
Personal expenses
Additional food and drinks not included in the sample tastings
Optional food purchases during the tour
Hotel transfers outside Metro Manila
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
Plaza San Luis Complex
Return
Itinerary
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Intramuros
Travelers will explore Intramuros, Manila’s historic “Walled City,” which dates back to the Spanish colonial era. Stroll along cobblestone streets and see preserved heritage buildings, plazas, and churches, including Plaza San Luis and Manila Cathedral. Learn about the city’s history, architecture, and culture from your local guide, while experiencing the vibrant contrast of colonial landmarks amidst modern Manila life. Perfect for history lovers and those looking to understand the roots of the city.
1 hour
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Casa Manila
Travelers will step inside Casa Manila, a beautifully restored museum that recreates the lifestyle of wealthy Filipinos during the Spanish colonial period. Built in the 1980s but designed in authentic 19th-century style, it offers a vivid glimpse into Manila’s past.
15 minutes
3
Manila Cathedral
Travelers will visit the Manila Cathedral, the premier church of the Philippines and a landmark of faith and resilience. Located in Intramuros, this grand basilica has been rebuilt multiple times due to wars and natural disasters, symbolizing the enduring spirit of Manila.
15 minutes
4
Pasig River
Travelers will enjoy scenic viewpoints along the Pasig River, which has played a vital role in Manila’s history and daily life for centuries. Once the city’s main artery for trade and transport, the river today offers a unique perspective on how Manila’s heritage and modern urban life coexist.
15 minutes
5
Escolta Street
Travelers will explore Escolta Street, once known as Manila’s “Queen of Streets” and the center of commerce during the early 20th century. Today, it is a fascinating blend of art deco heritage buildings, creative hubs, and nostalgic charm.
15 minutes
6
Ongpin Street
Travelers will explore Ongpin Street, the bustling heart of Binondo Chinatown and one of Manila’s most iconic cultural thoroughfares. Known for its vibrant mix of shops, eateries, and heritage landmarks, Ongpin offers a sensory immersion into Filipino-Chinese traditions.
30 minutes
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Travelers will visit the Minor Basilica of San Lorenzo Ruiz, a historic church located in Binondo, dedicated to the first Filipino saint. This landmark is not only a place of worship but also a symbol of Manila’s multicultural heritage, reflecting centuries of Filipino and Chinese Catholic traditions.
30 minutes
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Binondo Chinatown Arch
Travelers will enter Binondo, the world’s oldest Chinatown, through the iconic Binondo Arch. Here, they’ll explore bustling streets filled with markets, traditional shops, and local eateries. Sample popular street snacks like hopia, lumpia, and pancit, while your guide shares insights into Filipino-Chinese heritage, customs, and history. This stop offers a lively and immersive experience of Manila’s cultural and culinary heart.
