Matandang Balara Travel Guide
Manila
Visit Matandang Balara
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 stunning cathedral 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 churches and shops in this culturally rich 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 casinos 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: Taal Volcano and Lake Boat Sightseeing Tour
1.5-Hour Express Bike Tour in Intramuros (tour using a bamboo bicycle!)
Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours
Manila: Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings
Top hotels in Matandang Balara
Savoy Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
Belmont Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
The Heritage Hotel Manila
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
The Peninsula Manila
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025
Grand Westside Manila Bay
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
Dusit Thani Manila
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Matandang Balara
Diliman
While you're in Diliman, take in top sights like Quezon Memorial Circle or U.P. Town Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Quezon Avenue Station or GMA-Kamuning Station.
Cubao
Consider a visit to Ali Mall 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 Estancia at Capitol Commons 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.
- Royale Place
- SM Mall of Asia
- Manila Ocean Park
- Venice Grand Canal Mall
- Rizal Park
- Alabang Town Center
- Philippine Arena
- Smart Araneta Coliseum
- Bonifacio High Street
- SM City Fairview
- St Luke's Medical Center Global City
- SM Aura Premier
- Glorietta Mall
- BGC Arts Center
- SM City BF Parañaque
- Philippine General Hospital