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Metro Manila Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

metropolitan area and region of the Philippines

About Metro Manila

Locals and foreigners refer to Metro Manila simply as Manila. Administratively speaking, however, "Manila" is the name of one of the cities that composes the Metro Manila. Consisting of 16 cities and 1 municipality in 630 km², the metro is the national capital region, and the center of Philippine culture, arts, commerce, industry, and tourism. Metro Manila likewise serves as the pivot point to other exciting, popular destinations in the Philippines such as Boracay, Cebu City, and Davao City. Metro Manila is a multi-polar city with major business, shopping and leisure areas scattered across the city, rather than concentrated in a compact Downtown. However, southern Metro Manila containingMakati,Bonifacio Global Cityand theEntertainment Citycontains a large share of the city's most upscale a

Top Attractions in Metro Manila

Explore the best things to see and do in Metro Manila:

  • Redemptorist Church
  • Remedios Church
  • San Agustín Church

Where to Eat in Metro Manila

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Chowking
  • 🍴Goldilocks
  • 🍴GotoKing
  • 🍴Greenwich Pizza
  • 🍴Jollibee
  • 🍴Mang Inasal

Metro Manila Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 18 sections including:

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