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Introduction to Philippine History
Introduction to Philippine History
Quaint little corners
Introduction to Philippine History
Introduction to Philippine History

Introduction to Philippine History

By Explore Manila Tours
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Free cancellation available
Price is $75 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Overview

Intramuros was the heart of the archipelago for hundreds of years, here we begin a crash course in Philippine history.

A glimpse at the Philippines' colonial past and how the events of history has shaped the current Philippines.

Join us on this adventure through the old city of Manila as we take routes less traveled and discover wonderful corners and side streets very few get to see.

Activity location

  • San Agustin Church
    • Gen Luna & Real Sts, Intramuros
    • 1002, Manila, Philippines

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • San Agustin Church
    • General Luna Street
    • 1002, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines

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Introduction to Philippine History
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h4h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
$75.00 x 1 Adult$75.00
Total
Price is $75.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll Entrance Fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPrivate transportation

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

San Agustin Church
  • 10m
We'll see the oldest stone church in the entire country and the only survivor of the bombing of Manila during WW2.
Museo San Agustin
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
The Museum beside the Church, here we learn more about the Spanish Galleon Trade that spanned the whole world. We shall also learn about the Catholic Church and see the various artifacts through the centuries.
Casa Manila
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
A turn of the 19th century house, we will see firsthand a recreation of what homes of the upper crust of society looked like in old Manila.
Memorare Manila Monument
  • 10m
A monument to remember the innocent casualties of WW2. Here, we learn a bit more about the Philippines and its role in the second great war.
Manila Cathedral
  • 10m
The seat of the Catholic Church in the Philippines.
Fort Santiago
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
The old Spanish military fort. Here, we learn more about one of the Philippine's heroes and the movement for independence from Spain.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSan Agustin Church
    • Gen Luna & Real Sts, Intramuros
    • 1002, Manila, Philippines

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLESan Agustin Church
    • General Luna Street
    • 1002, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines

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