Manila Old and New: Sightseeing Tour Including Intramuros and Fort Santiago
Overview
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4 hours
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Immerse yourself in Manila’s past and present as you travel by comfortable air-conditioned vehicle through the City of Makati and on to Old Manila. Step back in time as you stroll through ancient ruins in historic Intramuros, where you’ll visit UNESCO World Heritage-listed San Agustin Church and Fort Santiago. From your expert and friendly local guide, hear about the Philippines’ interesting Spanish colonial period, as well as its modern-day culture.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age is 2 years
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Rizal Park
Rizal Park, also known as Luneta Park or simply Luneta, is a historic urban park located in Ermita, Manila, Philippines which is considered as one of the largest urban parks in Asia. Here you will see the statue of our national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal.
San Agustin Church - Immaculate Conception Parish
San Agustin Church, also known as the Archdiocesan Shrine of Nuestra Señora de Consolación y Correa or the Immaculate Conception Parish, is a Roman Catholic church under the auspices of the Order of St. Augustine, located inside the historic walled city of Intramuros in Manila.
What‘s Included
Local English-speaking guide
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off on selected hotels only
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Departure
BOTTLED WATER
VAN
Pickup included
Reviews
398 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Brilliant guide and...
Nicole A,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Brilliant guide and overall a very interesting few hours showing a few jey moment's in history, would certainly recommend this tour.
A great knowledgeable...
Michael D,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great knowledgeable guide, together with a safe driver, is a super combination and winning team for any tour. We had both.
A good overview of Manila...
Martin G,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A good overview of Manila with a knowledgeable guide. The pick up and drop off went smoothly. There were enough restroom breaks.
After lunch encounter
Gary B,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had half a day to kill between flights, 1.30 pick up from Grand Hotel, Mataki City & this tour filled the spot perfectly. Quick trip around some of the new & historical sites, with an exceptionally knowledgeable guide. Even paced, mostly driven, some easy walking.
I enjoyed the walking...
MARY B,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our Guide (Bernardo) was great!! He shared plenty of historical information but also inquired about the guests & where they were from. I really appreciated seeing the Manila American Cemetery and Memorial Site. I enjoyed the walking tour (Fort Santiago) but it seemed others did not anticipate the amount of walking. Not sure if it was displayed in the tour information.
Excellent discovery of Manila
W3382KUricharda,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really interesting and valuable tour of the old and new parts of Manila. Helpfully picked us up and dropped is off at our cruise ship. Great insights from our guide, Frank
Fantastic introduction to Manila’s old charm and new energy!
Manuel M,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We booked the Manila Old and New: Sightseeing Tour Including Intramuros and Fort Santiago, and it was the perfect way to see the city's contrasts in just a few hours. Coming from a cruise/port stop with limited time, we wanted an efficient yet immersive experience, and this delivered exactly that—no rushing, no crowds at the key spots. Our guide (huge shoutout to Honorio "Rodi"—he was outstanding!) was incredibly knowledgeable, passionate about Philippine history, and spoke excellent English. He shared fascinating stories about the Spanish colonial era, WWII impacts, and heroes like Dr. Jose Rizal, making every site come alive. The driver was prompt, the van clean and comfortable with AC, and pickup/drop-off from our close cruise ship hotel was seamless. We started from Manila Ermita and then in the bustling modern heart of Makati, Bay City, Pasay City and many other places like BGC and US Memorial cementery, then headed to historic Old Manila. The highlight was strolling through the walled city of Intramuros—UNESCO-listed San Agustin Church was stunning with its baroque beauty and peaceful atmosphere. We explored Fort Santiago (walked the grounds, saw the Rizal Shrine and dungeons—very moving), Plaza de Roma, Manila Cathedral, and soaked in the cobblestone streets and colonial architecture. Everything was well-paced, with plenty of photo ops and time to absorb the history. The tour blended old-world charm with glimpses of today's Manila perfectly. Our guide even pointed out local tips and fun facts we wouldn't have known otherwise. It felt informative, engaging, and not overwhelming—ideal for first-timers or short visits. Thanks again to Rodi and the team—you made our Manila day memorable!
Informative tour.
Thomas C,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great informative tour. Opportunity to learn a lot about the history of the Philippines. Pick up time at hotel was as instructed.
Great tour for people with limited time in Msnils
Evelyn E,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great tour in a limited period of time which was all we had. My friend Carol and I learned so much historical information from our excellent guide Nori from Baron Travel. Most of the 4 hour tour was a drive-by through the old sections of old Manila and new Manila. The walking was limited to less than an hour in Intramuros and less than half hour at the American Cemetery which were the 2 sites where we stopped. My friend and I are in our early 80s so the limited walking was perfect for us. Appreciated our visit to the Manila Cathedrdl and St. Augustine Church. The only suggestion we would make is for the person doing pickups to have identification that would allow the participants to easily spot him/hetmr. We were told the meeting place was the lobby of the Manila Hotel which is a huge place. We arrived a bit earlier than the meeting time and didn’t know which part of the lobby we should be looking for the pickup tour rep. We were asking hotel personnel if they knew where the Vistor rep would be and nobody knew, not even the concierge. Bit frustrating since there was no way the Viator rep would know us.
Very Good City Tour
TIMOTHY W,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I took the tour with RJ (tour guide) and Rod (driver). Picked up on time in a clean van. Saw all the sites listed. RJ was very knowledgeable about the tour, the sites, and his Philippines. I had a very good time. I highly recommend this tour
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