Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Manila

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Popular places to visit

Lucky Chinatown Mall

Lucky Chinatown Mall

During your trip to Manila, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Lucky Chinatown Mall. Visit the churches and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Lucky Chinatown Mall
Manila Chinese Cemetery

Manila Chinese Cemetery

You can learn about the history of Manila with a stop at Manila Chinese Cemetery. Discover the great live music and churches in this culturally rich area.

Manila Chinese Cemetery

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 churches and shops in this culturally rich area.

Binondo Church

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.

168 Mall

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.

SM City San Lazaro Shopping Center

Winford Manila Resort & Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Winford Manila Resort & Casino during your visit to Manila? Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Winford Manila Resort & Casino

Things to do

From Manila: Pangasinan Hundred Islands Guided Tour

From Manila: Pangasinan Hundred Islands Guided Tour

Rp1.001.230
per adult
From Manila: Pangasinan Hundred Islands Guided Tour
"Discover the wonders of nature at the National Museum of Natural History in Manila. ️ #ExploreHistory #ManilaMuseum #NatureWonders"

Private Manila Marvels Tour with Personalized Photo Journey

Rp1.333.200
per adult
Private Manila Marvels Tour with Personalized Photo Journey
From Manila: Taal Volcano and Lake Boat Sightseeing Tour

Manila: Amazing Taal Volcano Island Boat Tour with Transfers

Rp1.999.800
per adult
Manila: Amazing Taal Volcano Island Boat Tour with Transfers
Experience the historic walled city of Intramuros on locally crafted bamboo bikes

1.5-Hour Express Bike Tour in Intramuros (tour using a bamboo bicycle!)

Rp373.296
per adult
1.5-Hour Express Bike Tour in Intramuros (tour using a bamboo bicycle!)
Know the stories behind Fort Santiago, one of the most significant historical sites in Intramuros

Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours

Rp622.271
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours
Manila: Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings

Manila: Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings

Rp916.289
per adult
Manila: Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings
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Top hotels in Santa Cruz

Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central

Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central

4 out of 5
Ongpin cor. Quintin Paredes Streets, Manila, Manila
The price is Rp1.808.157 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
Rp1.808.157
Rp2.025.136 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Manila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (386 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean room, practical location."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central
The Peninsula Manila

The Peninsula Manila

5 out of 5
Corner Of Ayala And Makati Avenues, Makati, Manila
The price is Rp2.464.389 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp2.464.389
Rp3.021.340 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Makati. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Just awesome"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

The Peninsula Manila
Dusit Thani Manila

Dusit Thani Manila

5 out of 5
Arnaiz Ave, Ayala Center, Makati, Manila
The price is Rp1.891.076 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp1.891.076
Rp2.318.460 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Makati. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,681 reviews)
"The staff is"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Dusit Thani Manila
Savoy Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL

Savoy Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL

4 out of 5
101 Andrews Avenue, Newport City, Pasay, Metro Manila
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Pasay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,865 reviews)
"Very noisy traffic outside hotel. Staff was excellent."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

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Savoy Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay

Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay

3.5 out of 5
Bagong Nayong Pilipino, Parañaque, NCR
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Parañaque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (967 reviews)
"This is a great location and the staff was really helpful and knowledgeable."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

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Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay
Grand Westside Manila Bay

Grand Westside Manila Bay

4 out of 5
Bagong Nayong Pilipino, Westside City, Tambo, Parañaque, National Capital Region
The price is Rp1.644.342 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
Rp1.644.342
Rp1.853.996 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Parañaque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions SM Mall of Asia and City of Dreams ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (611 reviews)
"I like the restaurant and I like to swimming pool"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Grand Westside Manila Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz

Baluarte de San Diego featuring heritage elements, a castle and heritage architecture

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.

Intramuros
Ermita featuring a hotel

Ermita

4/5(56 area reviews)

National Museum of Fine Arts and SM City Manila 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.

Ermita
Malate showing a statue or sculpture, religious aspects and a church or cathedral

Malate

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Malate
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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 Central Business District
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Makati Downtown

4/5(53 area reviews)

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.

Makati Downtown
Manila showing a cemetery

Bel-Air

4/5(10 area reviews)

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

Bel-Air

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