Intramuros Travel Guide
Manila
Visit Intramuros
Popular places to visit
Manila Cathedral
This richly decorated Roman Catholic Basilica has made it through the centuries despite being destroyed by fires, bombs and earthquakes.
San Agustin Church
You can find out about the history of Manila with a stop at San Agustin Church. Visit the shops and churches in this culturally rich area.
Fort Santiago
What was once Manila’s most important defensive structure is now a park and memorial to national hero Jose Rizal.
Casa Manila Museum
Discover how the city’s wealthy lived by visiting this reproduction of a Spanish colonial mansion that’s filled with period furniture.
Baluarte de San Diego
This stone fort once repelled attacks by invading armies and is today a popular tourist spot and venue for wedding ceremonies.
Baluarte de San Andres
For more than 500 years this large stone fortification has stood watch over the city. Visit to inspect cannons and admire the views over Manila.
Things to do
From Manila: Pangasinan Hundred Islands Guided Tour
Private Manila Marvels Tour with Personalized Photo Journey
Manila: Intramuros, Chinatown, and Old Manila Half-Day Tour
Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours
Express Bamboo Bike Tour inside Intramuros
Manila: Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings
Top hotels in Intramuros
Grand Westside Manila Bay
Shower leaked all over the floor due to not having proper closure. Beds hard room so small
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
The Peninsula Manila
The lobby was grand but the room was dated despite it being a grand room (which was a VIP upgrade) but no different from the original room booked. Excellent breakfast selections and all the fresh coconut water you can drink. The seafood buffet was great too.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Dusit Thani Manila
Room was clean, Staff are very nice and accomodating, Breakfast was good too.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Savoy Hotel Manila near Airport NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
5/5 for me
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay
Thin walls and floors could hear walking above me and muffled voices in next room.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Belmont Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Excellent Hotel the staff were very professional and sympathetic to all our needs.. I recommend this hotel to everyone ,, we are coming back here agin in Two weeks !!!!!! 😃
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Intramuros
Ermita
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.
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 Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
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.
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.
Barangay 76
While visiting Barangay 76, you might make a stop by sights like SM Mall of Asia and The Mall of Asia Bay Area Amusement Park.
