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Home/Destinations/Manila/Manila history
History · Manila itinerary

Manila History: The Best Itinerary

Manila is rich in layered history. Here is how to explore it — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Intramuros
  2. 2Corregidor
  3. 3City
  4. 4Rizal

Intramuros

The Spanish walled city.

Corregidor

The WWII island fortress.

The city

Rizal Park and the churches.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Manila — prices per person.

Private Singapore Walking Tour: History, Culture & Local Insights
Singapore
Private Singapore Walking Tour: History, Culture & Local Insights
5.0(102)·2–6 hours
from$82/ person
via Viator
Milky Way, Shark City Island, Beach and Rock Island Tour
Koror
Milky Way, Shark City Island, Beach and Rock Island Tour
5.0(24)·5–8 hours
from$200/ person
via Viator
Viva Old Manila! : Intramuros Walking Tour
Luzon
Viva Old Manila! : Intramuros Walking Tour
5.0(33)·3 hours
from$25/ person
via Viator
Explore Intramuros: Introduction to Philippine History
Manila
Explore Intramuros: Introduction to Philippine History
4.9(89)·3 hours
from$50/ person
via Viator
San Diego Walking Food Tour and Ferry to Coronado Island
San Diego
San Diego Walking Food Tour and Ferry to Coronado Island
4.9(83)·3 hours
from$125/ person
via Viator
Banaue-Hapao Rice Terraces (Car Rental W/ Manila Tourist Driver)
Manila
Banaue-Hapao Rice Terraces (Car Rental W/ Manila Tourist Driver)
5.0(18)·3 days
from$300/ person
via Viator
Old and New San Juan History City and Street Art Tour
San Juan
Old and New San Juan History City and Street Art Tour
4.9(85)·2 hours
from$211/ person
via Viator
Best Tour to Coronados Island
Loreto
Best Tour to Coronados Island
4.9(221)·4 hours
from$127/ person
via Viator

Manila history — FAQ

What is Manila’s history?
A Spanish colonial past and a pivotal WWII role.
What is the best historical tour?
An Intramuros walk with a Corregidor island trip.
Can you visit WWII sites?
Yes — Corregidor island is a moving day trip.

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