Commonwealth Travel Guide
Manila
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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
During your visit to Quezon City, you can enjoy retail therapy at SM North EDSA. Discover the great live music and churches in this culturally rich 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.
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.
City of Dreams Manila
Why not roll the dice with a visit to City of Dreams Manila during your travels in Parañaque? Visit the churches 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
Manila: Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings
Manila: Walled City Intramuros Walking Tour
Manila: Mount Pinatubo 4X4 & Hiking Trip
Top hotels in Commonwealth
Grand Westside Manila Bay
Clean and ample size rooms
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Dusit Thani Manila
Excellent customer service
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Savoy Hotel Manila near Airport NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Convenient, close to airport, welcoming staff an clean room
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
The Peninsula Manila
The staff. The staff was simply amazing. Everyone from the valet to reception to the concierge to the executive lounge and everyone in between. Each person was friendlier than the next. The rooms are great, the amenities are excellent but the staff was next level. When I return to Manila this is ...
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay
Courteous staff members, but the furniture are a little dated.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Seda BGC (Bonifacio Global City)
First time to use Club lounge, but it was excellent place! same or better than the 5star hotels in BGC.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Commonwealth
Cubao
Consider a visit to Smart Araneta Coliseum and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Cubao. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Cubao Station or Araneta Center-Cubao LRT Station.
Eastwood
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Eastwood. You might consider stopping by Eastwood Mall while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Ortigas Center
Travellers to Ortigas Center praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by PhilSports Complex and Asian Development Bank Headquarters.
Poblacion
If you're spending some time in Poblacion, Power Plant Mall and Century City are top sights worth seeing.
Makati Downtown
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.
Bel-Air
If you're spending some time in Bel-Air, Ayala Triangle Gardens and Century City are top sights worth seeing.
