Activities and experiences, from markets and classes to outdoor trips and evening entertainment, for filling your time in a destination.
5 places · Updated October 27, 2026
Our top 3 things to do in Philippines
Thing to do
Eat your way along Ongpin Street in Binondo, founded in 1594 and often described as the world's oldest Chinatown, with dim sum, tea houses and a basilica on the way.
View details — Binondo Chinatown Food CrawlThing to do
Follow the Spanish-era walls around Manila's 64-hectare walled city, passing restored gates, bastions and the ace-of-spades Baluarte de San Diego.
View details — Walk the Walls of IntramurosThing to do
Home of the revered Jesus Nazareno image, Quiapo Church and the busy square in front of it offer an intense look at Manila's popular faith and street trade.
View details — Quiapo Church and Plaza MirandaThing to do
A Saturday morning market in a leafy Makati park, with regional Filipino dishes, international food, produce, plants and crafts around a communal dining area.
View details — Salcedo Saturday MarketThing to do
A short walk along Escolta, laid out in 1594 and once Manila's leading business street, past Art Deco and Beaux-Arts buildings from the early 20th century.
View details — Escolta Street Heritage Walk