Chinatown Travel Guide
Manila
Popular places to visit
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 churches in this vibrant area.
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 shops and stunning cathedral 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.
City of Dreams Manila
Why not roll the dice with a visit to City of Dreams Manila during your travels in Parañaque? Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Venice Grand Canal Mall
During your visit to Taguig, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Venice Grand Canal Mall. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich 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
Express Bamboo Bike Tour inside Intramuros
Manila: Old Manila Intramuros Area Walking Tour
Manila: Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings
Top hotels in Chinatown
Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central
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Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Dusit Thani Manila
The hotel was clean and luxurious. The amenities were quite nice. Conveniently located next to Ayala 1, Glorietta. Excellent dining options. The rooms were well maintained.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Grand Westside Manila Bay
This hotel is Amazing! The staff, room, lobby, and amenities are 5 star!! We had an Amazing stay!
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Savoy Hotel Manila near Airport NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
It was great
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Belmont Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Convenient, great service throughout our stay.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay
The room was great. Only issue we had was the bathroom. Wasn't cleaned thoroughly. Skipped most of the edges on the floor and counter top. Also the tiles in the shower did not drain properly. It tended to overflow on the outside of the shower stall. It gets pretty slippery when soap hits the tile ...
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
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
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 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.
Legazpi Village
While visiting Legazpi Village, you might make a stop by sights like Greenbelt Shopping Mall and Ayala Center.
Bel-Air
If you're spending some time in Bel-Air, Ayala Triangle Gardens and Century City are top sights worth seeing.
