Sampaloc Travel Guide
Manila





Popular places to visit

SM Mall of Asia
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit SM Mall of Asia, a popular shopping spot in Pasay. Visit the churches and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

SM North EDSA
During your visit to Quezon City, you can enjoy retail therapy at SM North EDSA. Discover the great live music and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Manila Ocean Park
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at Manila Ocean Park during your holiday to Manila. Visit the churches and shops in this culturally rich area.

Venice Grand Canal Mall
During your visit to Taguig, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Venice Grand Canal Mall. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Fort Bonifacio
Fort Bonifacio is just one of the places to see in Taguig, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Greenbelt Shopping Mall
During your visit to Makati, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Greenbelt Shopping Mall. Attend a sporting event or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

From Manila: Pangasinan Hundred Islands Guided Tour

From Manila: Amazing Taal Volcano Island Boat Tour w/ Guide

Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours

Express Bamboo Bike Tour inside Intramuros

Manila: Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings
Top hotels in Sampaloc

Grand Westside Manila Bay
Good option to stay for overnight
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

The Peninsula Manila
Very clean, excellent breakfast, good variety! Will definitely come back!
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Savoy Hotel Manila near Airport NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Clean
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Belmont Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
This was a great, affordable hotel for an overnight stay before flying internationally. Our room was small but clean and well-arranged with comfortable beds and a pleasant bathroom. Staff were friendly and the breakfast buffet (included) had lots of options. It was very convenient to be able to walk ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

The Heritage Hotel Manila
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Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

New World Makati Hotel
The location is very good, close to everything and the airport. Staff is very welcoming and warm, kudos to Filipino hospitality❤️. The hotel needs an upgrade though. Rooms look tired and dated, definitely need to improve to make it more cozy and something to look forward to at the end of the ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sampaloc

Ermita
SM City Manila and Manila Metropolitan Theatre are top sights in Ermita, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at United Nations LRT Station or Central LRT Station to see more sights in the area.

Intramuros
Intramuros is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by San Agustin Church and Fort Santiago while in the area.

Malate
Travellers choose Malate for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Quirino Avenue LRT Station or Vito Cruz LRT Station and check out top sights like Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

Makati Central Business District
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Makati Central Business District. Make a stop by Ayala Triangle Gardens or Greenbelt Shopping Mall while you're exploring the area.

Makati Downtown
Makati Downtown is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Power Plant Mall and Century City while in the area.

Bel-Air
If you're spending some time in Bel-Air, Ayala Triangle Gardens and Century City are top sights worth seeing.
