Fort Santiago

This historical park is located across the square from the Cathedral. It is one of the few large green spaces I have noticed in Manila. The Rizal Shrine and museum, is well worth a visit. There are several small restaurants, or really snack places, along with gift shops, within the park.This park is a nice escape from the hustle and bussel of Manila.

One of the tourists attractions in Manila that located in Intramuros area. Totally love the architecture of this fort. Fort Santiago basically full of historical buildings in one area, there's many remains old buildings that really beautiful and maybe usually used as photography object. I visited during evening till nighttime (since going there on hot sunny afternoon is basically burning yourself alive). Totally love the experience and definitely recommend this place to be visited while in Manila.

A very well maintained historical place. There are battle scars of artillery fire on many of the walls One section of buildings has been left as is for people to see the damage from the battles. There is a very moving dungeon display. You can hire a guide for 1000 PHP after the ticket office if you wish. There is an information centre where you can watch an 8 minute video about the history of the place. The fort was built during the Spanish occupation era. There is a row of food and drinks stalls and gift shops next to the information centre which is to the left after you enter. Toilets are located near the entrance and further in. The second one is new and in better condition.

An amazing and peaceful place inside the city walls. Almost across the cathedral it has paid entrance.  Be advice that they don't accept card or foreign money. Don't be fooled by the guard at the entrance.  He offered to pay the entrance with local money but charged us 4 times more in dollars than the real cost The entrance is around 1,5 dollars per person. Inside you will visit several buildings dating the 18th century, such as the iconic gate of the Fort, and areas dedicated to the national hero Jose Rizal. What impressed me the most were the dungeons.  They were used back in the time of the Spanish and Japanese occupation. Most of the city buildings were destroyed by the end of World War II and inumerous civilians died in the dungeons. You will have amazing views of the old and new parts of the city.  There are small cafés and gift shops (not expensive) inside and also bathrooms. Totally worth the visit.

Very large and historical place to visit. Entry is cheap and quick. The site is very large so there is no crowding whatsoever. There is a lot of great history about Jose Rizal and Manila in the fort.After you enter there are a few shops selling souvenirs and refreshments that are comfortable and fairly priced.There is an interesting Lego exhibit of the old churches and buildings that used to be in Manila that were most destroyed by the Japanese when they invaded.There is also access to the prison where many people died and a mass grave so be respectful when in those areas. (There is signage to remind you)I spent about three hours here and loved every inch of it.