Intramuros Travel Guide
Manila
Visit Intramuros
Popular places to visit
Manila Cathedral
This richly decorated Roman Catholic Basilica has made it through the centuries despite being destroyed by fires, bombs and earthquakes.
Fort Santiago
What was once Manila’s most important defensive structure is now a park and memorial to national hero Jose Rizal.
San Agustin Church
You can find out about the history of Manila with a stop at San Agustin Church. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.
Casa Manila Museum
Discover how the city’s wealthy lived by visiting this reproduction of a Spanish colonial mansion that’s filled with period furniture.
Baluarte de San Diego
This stone fort once repelled attacks by invading armies and is today a popular tourist spot and venue for wedding ceremonies.
Baluarte de San Andres
For more than 500 years this large stone fortification has stood watch over the city. Visit to inspect cannons and admire the views over Manila.
Things to do
From Manila: Pangasinan Hundred Islands Guided Tour
From Manila: Amazing Taal Volcano Island Boat Tour w/ Guide
1.5-Hour Express Bike Tour in Intramuros (tour using a bamboo bicycle!)
Manila: Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings
Manila: Old Manila Intramuros Area Walking Tour
Private Manila Marvels Tour with Personalized Photo Journey
Top hotels in Intramuros
The Peninsula Manila
The staff was amazing...warm and welcoming. Breakfast was excellent with so many choices from fresh coconut, freshly squeezed power drinks and international foods. The hotel is showing its age from the run down carpets and towels now grayish...not white nor fluffy. Its still a great hotel.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Dusit Thani Manila
Yes excellent
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Grand Westside Manila Bay
Good service, great staff with airport shuttle service. Room a bit smaller compared to other hotels in the area. We stayed 6 nights and we liked it. We're returning March 11-25z
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
New World Makati Hotel
The staff is so great and kind.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay
Excellent breakfast buffet
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Savoy Hotel Manila near Airport NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
❤️❤️❤️
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Intramuros
Ermita
SM City Manila and Casino Filipino 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.
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 Manila Zoo.
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.
Legazpi Village
While visiting Legazpi Village, you might make a stop by sights like Greenbelt Shopping Mall and Ayala Center.
Salcedo Village
Shopping, restaurants and churches are some highlights of Salcedo Village. You might stop by Ayala Triangle Gardens or Greenbelt Shopping Mall while you're in the area.
Barangay 76
While visiting Barangay 76, you might make a stop by sights like SM Mall of Asia and The Mall of Asia Bay Area Amusement Park.
