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Top 15 Walking Tours in the Philippines

24 tours  ·  from $18

Good walking tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Manila: Street Food and Drinks Walking Tour with Tastings - Starting at Grand Cafe 1919 in Binondo
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Manila: Street Food and Drinks Walking Tour with Tastings

1.Street Food and Drinks Walking Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 114 reviews · 2 hours · from $68Our pick

Meet at Grand Cafe 1919 in Binondo for two hours of Filipino street food, local drinks, neighborhood stories, and short rides on a jeepney or tricycle. Your English-speaking guide may serve banana cue, kwek kwek, pancit, grilled seafood, halo-halo, and more. Come hungry, wear good walking shoes, and expect a lively local setting.

“Mari was an excellent tour guide and very organized with a positive personality. I liked the meeting point for the tour as the cafe provided a nice atmosphere to meet the group, have a beverage, and use the facilities before starting the tour. The pacing of the tour was just right as there was time to chat and learn about the sites we would walk by without feeling rushed or overly burdened with information. It felt more like doing a walking tour with friends. The steet food stops for me were mostly of food I was familiar with since I grew up with Filipino cuisine, but I still enjoyed the…”

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Viva Old Manila: Intramuros Walking Tour - Meeting at the Fort Santiago entrance
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Viva Old Manila: Intramuros Walking Tour

2.Viva Old Manila: Intramuros Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 104 reviews · 3 hours · from $27

Spend three hours on foot in Intramuros with a DOT-accredited English-speaking guide such as Russell, Steven, or Jerome. Visit Fort Santiago, the Rizal Shrine, Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church, and Casa Manila while hearing clear stories about Spanish rule, wartime Manila, and Philippine independence. Admissions, bottled water, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent are included.

“Steve was excellent! He is knowledgeable, patient and very informative!”

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Manila's Walled City: Intramuros Walking Tour - Fort Santiago: one hour at Intramuros’ military heart
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Manila’s Walled City: Intramuros Walking Tour

3.Manila’s Walled City: Intramuros Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · from $35Top rated

Spend about three and a half hours exploring Intramuros with an English-speaking guide such as Andre or Ann. Visit Fort Santiago, the Rizal Shrine, Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church, the Memorare Manila Monument, and Casa Manila, with a kalesa or Tranvia ride, snacks, and bottled water included.

“Very interesting tour to learn more about the history of the Philippines, excellent guide. Really enjoyed it.”

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The Original Cebu City Historical and Food Walking Tour - Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House brings history indoors
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The Original Cebu City Historical and Food Walking Tour

4.The Original Cebu City Historical and Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 81 reviews · from $69

Start at Ayala Terraces at 4 pm and walk through Cebu’s historic core with a local guide such as Kyle, Lorelie, Phillip, or Necian. Visit ancestral homes, churches, Magellan’s Cross, and Carbon Market, with street food stops and a possible jeepney ride. The tour ends at Freedom Park and does not include your ride back.

“Kyle is a lovely guide, his enthusiasm helped me try new foods. You feel safe navigating the city with him.”

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Manila: Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings - Starting at Quinta Market and entering Quiapo
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Manila: Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings

5.Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 68 reviews · 6 hours · from $58

Spend six hours with an English-speaking guide such as Jen, Eric, or Grace, sampling food in Quiapo and Binondo, riding local transport, and cycling Intramuros on a bamboo bike. Expect plenty of walking, market noise, Filipino-Chinese flavors, Spanish-era sights, and a full day of local stories.

“I highly recommend this tour. Our guide Jen was amazing. She was friendly, funny and extremely knowledgeable. It was great getting to experience some real-life Manila in the markets and catching all the different types of transport, as well as seeing some of the more touristy sights. We did do many different things, the boat, the bikes, churches, viewpoints, the old town, markets, so much food, but everything was really well organised so there was no waiting around. There was plenty of food stops to try different things, much more so than any other food tour I’ve done. It was a full on day and I was exhausted by the…”

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Manila: Intramuros Walking Tour. - Meeting at Figaro Cafe and getting oriented
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Manila: Intramuros Walking Tour.

6.Intramuros Walking Tour.

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 63 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $54

Spend 2.5 to 3 hours walking Manila’s walled city with an English-speaking guide such as Mari or Tess. Visit Fort Santiago, San Agustin Church, Casa Manila, and Manila Cathedral, hear personal Filipino stories, and enjoy a short ride on a three-wheeled Lamborghini bike. Entry fees and water are included.

“"The walking tour of Intramuros with Mari was an excellent experience. Mari's extensive knowledge of the area's history and culture was evident throughout the tour, and her explanations were clear, insightful, and well-paced. She provided valuable context for the landmarks we visited, making the experience both informative and enjoyable. The tour was well-organized, and I can. highly recommended for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of Manila’s history."”

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Intramuros Walking Tour with Transportation by Don't Skip Manila - Key points to know before booking
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Intramuros Walking Tour with Transportation by Don’t Skip Manila

7.Intramuros Walking Tour with Transportation by Don’t Skip Manila

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · from $83

Spend 4 to 5 hours exploring Manila’s historic Intramuros with a guide such as Andre, Andrei, or Anne. The tour includes hotel pickup where offered, air-conditioned transport, museum admissions, bottled water, and a horse-drawn carriage ride when more than four people join. Expect history, stories, and plenty of walking.

“History tours can get boring quick, but this is the most engaging tour I have ever been in. Our tour guide, Andre, was animated, informative, and funny! He brought back life to Old Manila and I am grateful to have been able to book this tour.”

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Manila Intramuros Walking tour with Local Tour Guide - Manila Cathedral and Plaza de Roma
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Manila Intramuros Walking tour with Local Tour Guide

8.Manila Intramuros Walking tour with Local Tour Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $55

Walk through Manila’s walled city with a local guide such as Mari or Victor, visiting Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church, Fort Santiago, and Casa Manila. Expect a clear introduction to Philippine history, stories of the Battle of Manila, a small group of up to 10 people, bottled water, and a short ride on the three-wheeled Lamborghini bike.

“Mari gave us lots of historical context and was a lot of fun to spend the afternoon with! We came away with such an appreciation for the Filipino experience. We particularly enjoyed the Old Manila house. Highly recommend this tour and ask for Mari!”

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Intramuros & Chinatown Manila Tour – Walking, Food & Culture - Quiapo Market: Manila before the guidebook version
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Intramuros & Chinatown Manila Tour – Walking, Food & Culture

9.Intramuros & Chinatown Manila Tour – Walking, Food & Culture

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · from $62

Spend about five hours walking, eating, riding, and sightseeing across Manila. Start at Quiapo Market, taste Filipino food in Binondo, then cycle through Intramuros. Guides such as Mike, Fred, George, Erick, Carmen, Eric, and Jen bring local stories to the route. Transportation can include boats, jeepneys, buses, tricycles, and bikes.

“The tour part of this experience was five stars. The guide was super knowledgeable and fun. I learned a ton and the various modes of transportation was definitely a key part of the trip. The food was mostly just ok except the fruits in the Read more”

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Manila: Intramuros Walled City Guided Walking Tour - Meeting Jane at Casa Manila
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Manila: Intramuros Walled City Guided Walking Tour

10.Intramuros Walled City Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $50

Meet Jane at Casa Manila for a 2.5-hour English-language walk through Intramuros. See San Agustin Church, Manila Cathedral, Fort Santiago, Casa Manila, and the Jose Rizal Museum while learning how Manila’s old defensive city worked. Expect plenty of walking, local stories, photography, and water, with no hotel transport included.

“A great intro to the history of Manila. A very knowledgeable guide (Jane) showed us around the walled city area of old Manila”

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Manila: Binondo Walking Tour ( Oldest Chinatown ) - Walking Through Chinese-Filipino Manila
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Manila: Binondo Walking Tour ( Oldest Chinatown )

11.Binondo Walking Tour ( Oldest Chinatown )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $55

Walk through Binondo, Manila’s old Chinatown, with local guide Mari or a member of the team. You’ll visit historic streets, a Filipino market, Chinese food stops, and photo-friendly corners, with a short ride in a local tricycle. The tour lasts about two hours, and food costs are paid separately.

“Mari was so knowledgeable and friendly. She was so great and attentive to our 4 year old. She is also happy to accommodate requests along the way as she helped us pick and get the best price for some dragon fruit ( which my daughter loves but is hard to get back home). This was a great tour with even better food tastings”

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Manila: Binondo Chinatown Guided Walking Tour - Old buildings and the Spanish-era layer
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Manila: Binondo Chinatown Guided Walking Tour

12.Binondo Chinatown Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 2 hours · from $50

Spend two hours exploring Manila’s Binondo Chinatown with Mari, Maria, or Mary, depending on the guide assigned. Expect historic buildings, Chinese Filipino food suggestions, local stories, and a friendly small-group pace. Food costs extra, and the experience is described as both a walking tour and a tuk-tuk adventure, so confirm the exact format before booking.

“Mari is a gem, she knows all the good food spots in Binondo. Definitely recommend this trip if you’re interested in the history but mostly where to get the best food. P.s. food is not included but it’s overall cheaper for foreigners”

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Solo Traveler Friendly Manila Walk w/ Mobile Photography - Rizal Park and Manila’s public spaces
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Solo Traveler Friendly Manila Walk w/ Mobile Photography

13.Solo Traveler Friendly Manila Walk w/ Mobile Photography

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 8 hours · from $45

Meet Edison or Bryl at Manila Cathedral for a private, eight-hour walking tour through Intramuros, Rizal Park, museums, Aroceros Forest Park, and the Pasig River Esplanade. Your guide adapts the route to your interests and pace, takes polished mobile photos throughout the day, and sends edited images afterward.

“My experience with Edison was incredible! It felt more like having a local friend taking you to relevant places than a formal tour, which is much closer to what I prefer. The itinerary he proposed was fascinating and adaptable to my tastes and needs, and I had the chance to truly explore Manila through the eyes and perspective of a Filipino. I strongly recommend this tour for people who want to get off the traditional group tour circuit and would like a relaxed and informative experience, and who don't mind walking and exploring the city in a more natural way. The photos he took also turned out great, and even…”

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Manila: Walled City Intramuros Walking Tour - Key points to know before booking
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Manila: Walled City Intramuros Walking Tour

14.Walled City Intramuros Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 17 reviews · 3 - 3.5 hours · from $31

Walk through Intramuros with an English-speaking guide such as Andre or Andrei, visiting Fort Santiago, the Rizal Shrine, Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church, Memorare Manila 1945, and Casa Manila. Expect about 5,000 steps, cobblestones, a kalesa or tranvia ride, refreshments, and a clear look at Manila from Spanish rule through World War II.

“Operator knew nothing about the booking. What more can I say?”

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Manila: Filipino Historic Walking Tour in Intramuros - San Agustin Church and Museum: begin with the oldest stone church
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Manila: Filipino Historic Walking Tour in Intramuros

15.Filipino Historic Walking Tour in Intramuros

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Spend three hours walking Intramuros with a Tagalog- or English-speaking guide. Visit San Agustin Church and Museum, Casa Manila, Fort Santiago, Manila Cathedral, and the Memorare Manila 1945 memorial. Expect colonial stories, old artifacts, Catholic history, and practical context about the Filipino fight for independence.

“Very informative, funny and engaging tour guide. We loved it.”

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