Santa Cruz Travel Guide
Manila
Visit Santa Cruz
Popular places to visit
Manila Chinese Cemetery
You can learn about the history of Manila with a stop at Manila Chinese Cemetery. Discover the great live music and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Binondo Church
Binondo Church is just one of the places to see in Manila, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.
Lucky Chinatown Mall
During your trip to Manila, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Lucky Chinatown Mall. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
168 Mall
During your visit to Manila, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at 168 Mall. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
SM City San Lazaro Shopping Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at SM City San Lazaro Shopping Center during your trip to Manila. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Plaza San Lorenzo Ruiz
You can learn about the history of Manila with a stop at Plaza San Lorenzo Ruiz. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops 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
Manila: Old Manila Intramuros Area Walking Tour
Manila: Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings
Private Manila Marvels Tour with Personalized Photo Journey
Top hotels in Santa Cruz
Grand Westside Manila Bay
Nice staff
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Dusit Thani Manila
Excellent customer service
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Savoy Hotel Manila near Airport NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Convenient, close to airport, welcoming staff an clean room
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
The Peninsula Manila
The staff. The staff was simply amazing. Everyone from the valet to reception to the concierge to the executive lounge and everyone in between. Each person was friendlier than the next. The rooms are great, the amenities are excellent but the staff was next level. When I return to Manila this is ...
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay
Courteous staff members, but the furniture are a little dated.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Seda BGC (Bonifacio Global City)
First time to use Club lounge, but it was excellent place! same or better than the 5star hotels in BGC.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz
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.
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 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 Ayala Museum 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.
