Why is Intramuros

considered the best

historical tourist spot in
the Philippines?
Intramuros is one of the well-known
tourist spot in the Philippines. It is
located in Manila and it built on the
south bank of Pasig River around 1571.
Due to it being established a long time
ago, it has become rooted with history
and culture, mostly influenced by the
Spaniards. Because of its structure, it
has been called the “Walled City”.
What was once a military base became
famous attraction for locals and tourists.
Every angle of the place is picture-
perfect and “Instragram-able”. People
can also learn about how the Spaniards
colonized the Philippines by visiting Fort
Santiago, which was used as a dungeon
during the 300-year regime.
Places to Visit in Intramuros:

1. Fort Santiago
2. Manila Cathedral
3. San Augustine Church
4. Casa Manila
5. Silahis Center
6. Baluarte De San Diego
7. Barbara’s Heritage
Restaurant
8. Light and Sound Museum
9. Museo de Intramuros
10. Bahay Tsinoy
Fort Santiago- Fort Santiago
Intramuros is the oldest
Hispanic stone fortress in the
Philippines, making it a notable
Intramuros tourist spot. There
are kalesa or carriages, old
dungeons, an old theater, and
gardens surrounding Fort
Santiago Intramuros to keep
your eyes and ears busy as you
take in all the history. It is also
the place where Dr. Jose Rizal
was imprisoned before his
execution.
Manila Cathedral- The Manila
Cathedral in Intramuros is the
Premier Church of the
Philippines as it was the first-
ever cathedral in the country.
Manila Cathedral represents
life cycle; its rich history is a
reference to trails and
timelines that call for a
dynamic continuance
San Augustine Church- It is the
oldest stone church in the
Philippines and the only church
which is a UNESCO World
Heritage Site in Manila. The
church also has intricate
paintings on its ceilings. It
exhibits remarkable features
such as retablos (altars) of high
Baroque style and wall
buttresses separating cripto
collateral chapels. What makes
it unique is its ceiling paintings
in the tromp l’oeil style.
Casa Manila- The main
attraction of this Intramuros
tourist spot is a fully-furnished
home-turned-museum that
shows how Filipinos lived
during the colonial era. While
every corner is beautiful and
Instagrammable, visitors are
not allowed to take photos.
Casa Manila also shows how
beautiful Intramuros at night is.
This spot is also one of the
most romantic destinations in
Intramuros.
Silahis Center-It is a place that
emphasizes the Filipino’s
creativity showcased through
various products made from
wood, shells, and other native
materials that you can buy as
souvenirs. There are also
antiques, artifacts, and other
Filipino artworks available in
the store. If you love antiques,
this place is a must visit.
 Baluarte de San Diego- This
used to be a drowning
chamber during the Spanish
era. Today, Baluarte de San
Diego is surrounded by
beautiful gardens, adorned
with lush plants, pathways,
fountains, and an attractive
pergola that will remind you of
fantasy land. That is why it has
become a popular place for
weddings, family parties, and
other special occasions.
Barbara’s Heritage Restaurant-
If you’re looking for authentic
Filipino food to add to your
historical day trip, Barbara’s is
the perfect place to go to. Try
all of the dishes from their
grand buffet, while enjoying
cultural dance performances.
Plus, Barbara’s is a perfect
place for a romantic date that
will give you the best vibe of
Intramuros at night.
Light and Sound Museum- For
someone who loves history or
just fancy adding knowledge,
this Intramuros attraction is
perfect. Its one-hour show
about the story of Jose Rizal
from his early life to his
execution, which combines
different visual effects,
soundtracks, and other
technologies is a perfect treat
for you.
Museo de Intramuros- It
houses about 500 religious
artifacts found in old churches
near and around the Walled
City in the Philippines. It is an
ecclesiastical museum.
Bahay Tsinoy- In here, you can
see the life-sized dioramas of
Chinese traders, goldsmiths,
and more. The most interesting
masterpiece in the museum is a
sari-sari store that played an
important role in the lives of
early Chinese settlers in the
Philippines.