Secret Manila: Courtyards, Street Art & Quiet Belief
Drift through Manila’s quieter corners, courtyards, creative spaces, and hilltop shrines on a flexible walk shaped by what catches your eye.
Match with one of our local hosts
Be matched with a host based on your interests and preferences, to tailor your perfect day.
100% Flexible: Adapt in real time
Your host will fine-tune the experience in real time to match your mood.
Experience Overview
Time:
3 hoursWhat to expect:
Fully tailored to your preferencesLanguage:
Hosted in English (Other languages may be requested)Transport Mode:
Walking experience (may use public transport for long distances)Meeting point:
Plaza San Luis Complex, HXQG+V52, General Luna St, Intramuros, Manila, 1002 Metro Manila, PhilippinesCancellation:
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat’s Included:
What’s Excluded:
What makes it special
In just a few hours, you’ll slip into spaces even locals pass by, part street scene, part soul-searching, and entirely shaped around what you’re drawn to.
Key Highlights:
- Begin your walk in a courtyard-rich corner of Intramuros, paced to your curiosity
- Follow your host’s insight into Manila’s quieter past, if that’s where your interest lies
- Choose to pause at small studios or keep moving through Escolta’s layered facades
- Hear how younger creatives are reimagining the city, if that story resonates with you
- Ask your host to guide you to a little-known shrine hidden above a Caloocan street
- Linger by koi ponds or incense coils, or keep the momentum flowing
- Let your host shape the experience around what draws you in most
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Here’s what your experience could look like
These are just suggestions from our hosts to inspire your day. Your host will tailor the experience to suit your interests and tastes
Meeting point
Plaza San Luis Complex, HXQG+V52, General Luna St, Intramuros, Manila, 1002 Metro Manila, Philippines
Courtyards & a Glimpse into Manila’s Past
Wander through shaded courtyards in old Intramuros
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What you’ll do
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FAQs
Your questions, answered
Is this a traditional tour or something different?
This isn’t a traditional tour with a fixed script. It’s a fully personalized day shaped around your interests, whether it’s culture, history, neighborhoods, or hidden local spots. Your host is a knowledgeable local, more like a friend showing you their city. It’s flexible, one-on-one, and tailored entirely to you.
