Chinatown Travel Guide
Manila
Popular places to visit
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.
SM Mall of Asia
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit SM Mall of Asia, a popular shopping spot in Pasay. Visit the churches and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
SM North EDSA
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to SM North EDSA, a favourite shopping spot in Quezon City. Discover the great live music and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Venice Grand Canal Mall
During your visit to Taguig, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Venice Grand Canal Mall. Visit the churches and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Fort Bonifacio
Fort Bonifacio is just one of the places to see in Taguig, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Manila Ocean Park
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at Manila Ocean Park during your holiday to Manila. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
From Manila: Pangasinan Hundred Islands Guided Tour
Private Manila Marvels Tour with Personalized Photo Journey
From Manila: Amazing Taal Volcano Island Boat Tour w/ Guide
1.5-Hour Express Bike Tour in Intramuros (tour using a bamboo bicycle!)
Manila: Old Manila Intramuros Area Walking Tour
Manila: Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings
Top hotels in Chinatown
Red Planet Manila Binondo
Clean room
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central
Friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful staff. Clean, well appointed rooms. Super convenient location for food and shopping.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay
Clean compfotable room, great shower and good breakfast choices, the only negative issue I found was the volume control on the TV, either couldn't hear it or was too loud could not find a comfortable level were it didn't feel like it was interfering with others in adjacent rooms so I just shut it ...
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
The Peninsula Manila
Fantastic service
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Savoy Hotel Manila near Airport NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
None
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Grand Westside Manila Bay
When I arrived ai was given an occupied room which they fixed right away Mam Carmie front office manager helped me by upgrading my room due to the issue. Breakfast was ok but there was always a super long line so waiting on line took longer than eating your breakfast. Pool was kinda small to accomodate ...
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
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
National Museum of Fine Arts and Manila Metropolitan Theatre 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.
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.
Legazpi Village
While visiting Legazpi Village, you might make a stop by sights like Greenbelt Shopping Mall and Ayala Center.
