V Manila, Philippines Guidebook
Top Notch Bars
One of the hottest places in the metro, Poblacion is known for its hole-in-the-wall bars and restaurants. If you’re planning to head down here for some drinks with a couple of friends, then here’s a handy guide for you on some of the coolest bars around Poblacion for every kind of mood!
Opening the Japanese-style slat door on a modest brick exterior on Fermina Street brings you into a pleasant sit-down dining space on the main level with an attractive brass bar. The atmosphere is laid-back, with plenty of room for dancing on DJ nights or simply catching up with good friends over a few drinks. Also, the rigorous sound-proofing of the entire area guarantees there is no unwanted sound either from inside or outside.
Location: Fermina Street, Poblacion, Makati City
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Opening the Japanese-style slat door on a modest brick exterior on Fermina Street brings you into a pleasant sit-down dining space on the main level with an attractive brass bar. The atmosphere is laid-back, with plenty of room for dancing on DJ nights or simply catching up with good friends over a few drinks. Also, the rigorous sound-proofing of the entire area guarantees there is no unwanted sound either from inside or outside.
Location: Fermina Street, Poblacion, Makati City
Is anyone up for wine night? This place is for wine enthusiasts who appreciate tasting a variety of wines. Dr. Wine’s wine list includes wines by the glass, bottles, sparkling wines, and champagnes, with a strong emphasis on French and Spanish wines. They also serve platters, cold meats, and pies if you get hungry. Nothing could possibly go wrong!
Location: Algier Street, Poblacion, Makati
Kartel Rooftop Bar
5921 AlgierIs anyone up for wine night? This place is for wine enthusiasts who appreciate tasting a variety of wines. Dr. Wine’s wine list includes wines by the glass, bottles, sparkling wines, and champagnes, with a strong emphasis on French and Spanish wines. They also serve platters, cold meats, and pies if you get hungry. Nothing could possibly go wrong!
Location: Algier Street, Poblacion, Makati
One of the cozy Manila bars that makes you believe dining in the sky will always be a memorable experience. Firefly Roofdeck, located in the center of Makati, is a laid-back and also very chill area to lounge out, excellent for a brief break after a long week. Staring blankly has never been so soothing and entertaining, with its overlooking views of various buildings and busy metropolitan freeways.
Location: Kalayaan Ave., Makati
Firefly Roofdeck Restaurant, Makati
One of the cozy Manila bars that makes you believe dining in the sky will always be a memorable experience. Firefly Roofdeck, located in the center of Makati, is a laid-back and also very chill area to lounge out, excellent for a brief break after a long week. Staring blankly has never been so soothing and entertaining, with its overlooking views of various buildings and busy metropolitan freeways.
Location: Kalayaan Ave., Makati
Perched on the rooftop of I’M Hotel, Antidote’s location is not by accident, as the ethos of modern luxury and personalized service that has distinguished the hotel in the market extends to its latest concept. This height allows guests to witness the beautiful rite of passage that is the Manila sunset in an unobstructed manner, leaving guests feeling, quite literally, on top of the world. The bar is located adjacent to the fast gentrifying Poblacion district, which is strategically within the Makati Central Business District and rife with hip, independent establishments.
The bar features bespoke cocktails and tapas. The highlight of the bar is a luminescent Jellyfish tank, where the ambient glow of these creatures accentuates with the backdrop of the stunning cityscape.
antidote restaurant
Perched on the rooftop of I’M Hotel, Antidote’s location is not by accident, as the ethos of modern luxury and personalized service that has distinguished the hotel in the market extends to its latest concept. This height allows guests to witness the beautiful rite of passage that is the Manila sunset in an unobstructed manner, leaving guests feeling, quite literally, on top of the world. The bar is located adjacent to the fast gentrifying Poblacion district, which is strategically within the Makati Central Business District and rife with hip, independent establishments.
The bar features bespoke cocktails and tapas. The highlight of the bar is a luminescent Jellyfish tank, where the ambient glow of these creatures accentuates with the backdrop of the stunning cityscape.
Sightseeing
Metropolitan Manila or Manila is the capital of Philippines and a burgeoning Asian Metropolis. The city carries a legacy dating back centuries and was ruled by many countries including Spain, America, and Japan, all of which left behind a part of their culture in the city. Owing to the various places to visit in Manila like churches and historical monuments, the city is also called the ‘Rome of the East’. But the city has more than just history; there are beautiful parks, amusement parks, and other tourist attractions just waiting to be explored. Here are some amazing places to visit in Manila you must explore.
Bonifacio High Street is a mixed-use development in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines located just near Serendra, Market! Market! and SM Aura Premier. It is owned by Ayala Malls, a real-estate subsidiary of Ayala Land, which is an affiliate of Ayala Corporation.
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Bonifacio Global City
Bonifacio High Street is a mixed-use development in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines located just near Serendra, Market! Market! and SM Aura Premier. It is owned by Ayala Malls, a real-estate subsidiary of Ayala Land, which is an affiliate of Ayala Corporation.
Manila is considered to be part of the world's original set of global cities because its commercial networks were the first to extend across the Pacific Ocean and connect Asia with the Spanish Americas through the galleon trade; when this was accomplished, it was the first time an uninterrupted chain of trade routes ...
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Manila
Manila is considered to be part of the world's original set of global cities because its commercial networks were the first to extend across the Pacific Ocean and connect Asia with the Spanish Americas through the galleon trade; when this was accomplished, it was the first time an uninterrupted chain of trade routes ...
Old-world Intramuros is home to Spanish-era landmarks like Fort Santiago, with a large stone gate and a shrine to national hero José Rizal. The ornate Manila Cathedral houses bronze carvings and stained glass windows, while the San Agustin Church museum has religious artwork and statues. Spanish colonial furniture and art fill Casa Manila museum, and horse-drawn carriages (kalesa) ply the area’s cobblestone streets
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Intramuros
Old-world Intramuros is home to Spanish-era landmarks like Fort Santiago, with a large stone gate and a shrine to national hero José Rizal. The ornate Manila Cathedral houses bronze carvings and stained glass windows, while the San Agustin Church museum has religious artwork and statues. Spanish colonial furniture and art fill Casa Manila museum, and horse-drawn carriages (kalesa) ply the area’s cobblestone streets
Binondo, the oldest Chinatown in the world, is one of the most visited towns in the Philippine capital city of Manila for a cultural and gastronomic experience.
Chinatown
Binondo, the oldest Chinatown in the world, is one of the most visited towns in the Philippine capital city of Manila for a cultural and gastronomic experience.
Food scene
Hott Asia is a one-stop bazaar, where you can find a variety of great food, clothing, accessories, bags, shoes, etc. with live entertainment every night.
Hott Asia
Makati AvenueHott Asia is a one-stop bazaar, where you can find a variety of great food, clothing, accessories, bags, shoes, etc. with live entertainment every night.
City/town information
My top 4 beaches in the Philippines
Mindoro is the seventh largest and eighth-most populous island in the Philippines. With a total land area of 10,571 km² and has a population of 1,408,454 as of 2020 census. It is located off the southwestern coast of Luzon and northeast of Palawan.
Mindoro, Filippiinit
Mindoro is the seventh largest and eighth-most populous island in the Philippines. With a total land area of 10,571 km² and has a population of 1,408,454 as of 2020 census. It is located off the southwestern coast of Luzon and northeast of Palawan.
Boracay is a small island in the central Philippines. It's known for its resorts and beaches. Along the west coast, White Beach is backed by palm trees, bars and restaurants. On the east coast, strong winds make Bulabog Beach a hub for water sports. Nearby, the observation deck on Mount Luho offers panoramic views over the island. Offshore, coral reefs and shipwrecks are home to diverse marine life.
Borac
Boracay is a small island in the central Philippines. It's known for its resorts and beaches. Along the west coast, White Beach is backed by palm trees, bars and restaurants. On the east coast, strong winds make Bulabog Beach a hub for water sports. Nearby, the observation deck on Mount Luho offers panoramic views over the island. Offshore, coral reefs and shipwrecks are home to diverse marine life.
Siargao is a tear-drop shaped island in the Philippine Sea situated 196 kilometers southeast of Tacloban. It has a land area of approximately 437 square kilometres. The east coast is relatively straight with one deep inlet, Port Pilar.
Siargaon saari
Siargao is a tear-drop shaped island in the Philippine Sea situated 196 kilometers southeast of Tacloban. It has a land area of approximately 437 square kilometres. The east coast is relatively straight with one deep inlet, Port Pilar.
Guimaras is well known for its agricultural crops, particularly the mangoes, half of all exported mangoes come from this island. The island province is famous for producing one of the sweetest mangoes in the world, thus earning the nickname "Mango Capital of the Philippines" from local and foreign tourists.
Guimaras Island
Guimaras is well known for its agricultural crops, particularly the mangoes, half of all exported mangoes come from this island. The island province is famous for producing one of the sweetest mangoes in the world, thus earning the nickname "Mango Capital of the Philippines" from local and foreign tourists.
El Nido is known for its stunning lagoons, white sand beaches, rocky islets, towering limestone cliffs, and glasslike waters teeming with marine life. The island has earned nothing but praises from visitors, and numerous accolades of being one the best island and beach destinations in the world.
Palawan, Filippiinit
El Nido is known for its stunning lagoons, white sand beaches, rocky islets, towering limestone cliffs, and glasslike waters teeming with marine life. The island has earned nothing but praises from visitors, and numerous accolades of being one the best island and beach destinations in the world.
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GRAB Car are the safest taxi around
You can install this app on your iPhone or Android phone.
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Night Markets
If you are visiting Manila don't miss the night markets cheap clothes and souvenirs to choose from.
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Museum
Museums in Manila are FREE so it's fine to bring friends or family
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Comfortable Clothes and Shoes or Sandals
Wear light clothes manila is very warm.