January in Manila
Manila in January. One of the best months to visit Manila. Typical daytime highs around 86°F (30°C).
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What to see
Start with the sights.
01What to seeIntramurosExplore →
This walled Spanish colonial-era district, Manila's original city center, preserves centuries-old fortifications, cobblestone streets, and stone churches from the 16th century.
02What to seeSan Agustin ChurchExplore →
Completed in 1607, this UNESCO World Heritage church is the oldest stone church in the Philippines, notable for its trompe-l'oeil ceiling murals and a facade that has survived earthquakes, fires, and wars intact.
03What to seeFort SantiagoExplore →
This citadel guarding the mouth of the Pasig River was the last stronghold of Spanish colonial Manila and later a Japanese wartime prison, most famous today as the site where national hero Jose Rizal spent his…
04What to seeRizal ParkExplore →
This sprawling urban park honors national hero Jose Rizal with a bronze-and-obelisk monument marking the site of his 1896 execution, surrounded by gardens, fountains, and open lawns in the heart of Manila.
05What to seeManila Ocean ParkExplore →
This oceanarium beside Rizal Park lets visitors walk through an underwater acrylic tunnel surrounded by sharks, rays, and reef fish, alongside additional exhibits like a trail-to-Antarctica zone and jellyfish displays.
Binondo Chinatown arch glowing red and gold at night
skyscrapers rising behind the City Hall clock tower
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February in Manila
Manila in February. One of the best months to visit Manila. Typical daytime highs around 88°F (31°C).
March in Manila
Manila in March. One of the best months to visit Manila. Typical daytime highs around 90°F (32°C).
December in Manila
Manila in December. One of the best months to visit Manila. Typical daytime highs around 86°F (30°C).
Make a plan
Before you go.
Transport, fares & local advice
Getting there
Fly into Ninoy Aquino International (MNL).
Know before you go
- Intramuros, the old Spanish walled city, is the essential historic core - go early to beat the heat and crowds.
- Traffic is notoriously heavy; budget significant extra time for anything cross-city.
- Most travelers use Manila as a one- or two-night stop before flying on to Palawan, Cebu, or Boracay.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Manila?
The best time to visit Manila is Dec–Mar, in Philippines.
Where is Manila?
Manila is in Philippines. The nearest major airport is Ninoy Aquino International (MNL).
What is Manila known for?
Intramuros' Spanish colonial walls, a sprawling modern metro, and the gateway to the Philippines' islands.
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