About The Port Of Manila
Manila, the sprawling capital of the Philippines, sits along the eastern shore of Manila Bay, a natural harbor that has drawn traders and travelers for centuries. At its heart lies Intramuros, the old walled city built during the Spanish colonial era, where cobblestone lanes lead past Fort Santiago and the baroque San Agustin Church, one of the country's oldest stone churches. Nearby, Rizal Park honors the national hero José Rizal and offers a green counterpoint to the dense urban surroundings.
Beyond the old town, Manila unfolds into a lively mix of neighborhoods, from the historic streets of Binondo, one of the world's oldest Chinatowns, to modern districts filled with shopping and dining. The port area places Intramuros within easy reach for those wishing to explore on foot, while the wider city serves as a practical gateway for excursions to other islands and provinces across the archipelago.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Manila.
Explore Fort Santiago
Wander the citadel's stone ramparts and gardens, and visit the shrine marking José Rizal's final steps before his execution; allow about an hour on foot within Intramuros.
Tour San Agustin Church Museum
Step inside the trompe-l'oeil ceiling and ornate altar of this UNESCO-listed baroque church, then browse the adjoining monastery museum of colonial-era relics.
Wander Binondo's Chinatown Lanes
Stroll narrow streets lined with apothecaries, temples, and dumpling stalls in one of the world's oldest Chinatowns, a short taxi ride from the port and easily paired with an Intramuros visit.
Last Minute Cruise Deals From Manila
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 3, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Muse | 14 | $8,600 | ||
| Jan 6, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Vista | 244 | $123,249 | ||
| Jan 6, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Vista | 180 | $87,099 | ||
| Jan 8, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 139 | $76,200 | ||
| Jan 10, 2027 | Cunard | Queen Victoria | 110 | $18,069 | ||
| Jan 10, 2027 | Cunard | Queen Victoria | 112 | $19,539 | ||
| Jan 17, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Muse | 28 | $16,200 | ||
| Jan 19, 2027 | Cunard | Queen Victoria | 101 | $22,269 | ||
| Jan 31, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Muse | 14 | $8,500 | ||
| Feb 5, 2027 | Cunard | Queen Victoria | 84 | $12,989 | ||
| Feb 14, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Muse | 28 | $18,850 | ||
| Feb 14, 2027 | Holland America | Westerdam | 14 | $3,089 | ||
| Feb 24, 2027 | Cunard | Queen Victoria | 67 | $11,619 | ||
| Feb 24, 2027 | Cunard | Queen Victoria | 65 | $12,989 | ||
| Feb 24, 2027 | Cunard | Queen Victoria | 19 | $3,159 | ||
| Feb 24, 2027 | Cunard | Queen Victoria | 26 | $5,689 | ||
| Feb 26, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Vista | 58 | $30,499 | ||
| Feb 26, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Vista | 129 | $62,199 | ||
| Feb 28, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Muse | 14 | $8,300 | ||
| Mar 7, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Riviera | 51 | $25,749 |
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