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Manila has some decent attractions for children of all ages. A handful of amusement and water parks provide plenty of thrills, fun and entertainment, while Rizal Park is a great all-around spot for playing in the grass and getting some fresh air. For a more cultural experience, check out the city’s Repertory Children’s Theatre which puts on a regular schedule of kid-based plays.

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Feast of the Black Nazarene: one of the major religious festivals in January centres on a life-sized wooden statue of Jesus with dark skin. This unique portrayal of Christ was brought to Manila from Mexico centuries ago and is now enshrined in Quiapo. On the day of the feast, devotees go to the basilica in this district and parade the image around town.

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There’s little doubt among visitors that Manila is loaded with interesting things to see and do. The sheer mass and history of this city lends itself to a wide range of attractions covering the Spanish colonial era through to the city’s modern age of democracy. Excellent museums provide an educational background, while ventures into the bustling Divisoria Market and the shopping mecca of Glorietta show the social face of Manila. Spend some time in Intramuros and Rizal Park, which both warrant travel guides of their own, then soak in the views and history of Manila Bay before exploring Chinatown and some of the other pockets of cultural diversity that are sprinkled around this mega-city.

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Banks: 09:00 to 15:00, Monday to Friday
Post Offices: 09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday
Department Stores and Shops: 10:00 to 21:00, daily
Museums: 09:00 to 17:00, Tuesday to Sunday
Business Offices: 09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday

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