Check in at Conrad Manila (Bay City) and drop bags; request vegetarian preferences for your stay and any bespoke meal options. Good time to confirm transport / day-trip arrangements with hotel concierge.
Have an easy vegetarian lunch at the Conrad’s restaurant (they accommodate veggie diets) or head to SM Mall of Asia (wide food options and vegetarian stalls) for a casual meal. SM MOA food courts are typically open 10:00–22:00.
Explore SM Mall of Asia for light shopping and walk along SM By the Bay (Baywalk) — great for sunset views over Manila Bay. Mall hours typically 10:00–22:00; Baywalk is open public space.
Watch the Manila Bay sunset from the Baywalk — one of the city’s iconic sunset spots. Arrive before sunset and enjoy street food (look for vegetarian-friendly stalls) or sit at a cafe.
Dine at Conrad Manila’s restaurant or a nearby vegetarian-friendly place in Mall of Asia complex; hotel can prepare Filipino vegetarian options on request. Confirm kitchen hours with concierge (hotel restaurants often open until 10–11pm).
Hearty vegetarian breakfast at Conrad (buffet or à la carte) to fuel a walking day — ask for local vegetarian specialties like tortang talong (eggplant omelette).
Stroll through Rizal Park’s gardens and monuments; it’s an open-air urban park and a good intro to Philippine history. Park is typically open early morning to evening (approx. 5:00–18:00–19:00 depending on sections).
Visit the National Museum of Fine Arts and neighboring museums to see Filipino masters, pre-colonial artifacts and natural history; the National Museum is usually free and generally open 10:00–17:00 (often closed Mondays) — check current schedule before going.
Lunch at Ilustrado or Barbara’s Heritage Restaurant inside Intramuros; both are historic restaurants that can prepare vegetarian Filipino/Spanish-inspired dishes on request — call ahead for special requests. Typical hours 11:00–22:00 for dinner service; lunch from 11:00–14:00.
Walk through Fort Santiago (historic Spanish fort) and Casa Manila (museum recreating a colonial home). Fort Santiago typically opens ~8:00–18:00; Casa Manila commonly 9:00–18:00 but check for seasonal changes.
Visit Manila Cathedral (open most days mornings and late afternoons) and enjoy the cobblestone streets of Intramuros at golden hour — pleasant for photos and low-traffic evening strolls.
Head to nearby Binondo for Chinese-Filipino flavors; many restaurants will prepare vegetable dishes, tofu specialties and mock-meats — mention vegetarian needs and avoid fish sauce if you prefer. Binondo restaurants typically open through dinner hours (18:00–22:00).
Explore the world’s oldest Chinatown on foot — check out old churches, tonyala streets and sample vegetarian-friendly Chinese dishes (steamed vegetable dumplings, tofu, veggie pancit). Many tours depart mid-morning; self-guided walking possible. Hours vary by shop (many open 09:00–18:00).
Choose a restaurant offering vegetable and tofu dishes; ask for no oyster/fish sauce and for vegetable-only versions of staples like pancit and fried rice.
Visit Quiapo Church (Black Nazarene) and the surrounding market for local herbs, handicrafts and herbal teas; the market is lively and a place to find inexpensive snacks and souvenir finds. Market activity is all day but busiest mornings to early afternoon.
If you like historic architecture, stroll through Escolta (heritage buildings and cafes) — some galleries and shops open later in the day. Check specific gallery hours in advance, often 10:00–18:00 or event-based.
Head back toward Pasay/MOA for comfortable seaside dining or try vegetarian-friendly spots in Malate; many restaurants will accommodate vegetarian diets when requested.
Breakfast at Conrad then travel (~20–40 minutes depending on traffic) to Makati, the city’s business & arts district. Aim to leave before peak commute (8:00–9:00) if possible.
Visit Ayala Museum for Philippine art, history and design exhibits (note: Ayala Museum hours and ticketing may vary — common hours Tue–Sun 9:00–18:00; check ahead).
Lunch at Pipino Vegetarian, a long-standing vegetarian restaurant known for Filipino-style veggie dishes and salads; call ahead to confirm branch hours (often 11:00–21:00).
Wander Greenbelt Park (chapel, outdoor gardens) and Glorietta malls for shopping and boutique browsing; many cafes here have vegetarian options and opening hours typically 10:00–22:00.
Afternoon tea or chill at Ayala Triangle Gardens — a pleasant green space tucked between skyscrapers with cafes nearby. Public park open during daylight hours.
Dine at The Wholesome Table for farm-to-table vegetarian-friendly salads, bowls and mains; excellent for vegans/vegetarians and typically open for dinner 11:00–22:00.
Have breakfast at Conrad and travel to BGC (allow 30–50 minutes depending on traffic). BGC is modern, walkable and good for galleries, public art and dining.
Interactive science museum with hands-on exhibits and planetarium shows; ideal for 1.5–3 hours. Typical hours Tue–Sun 9:00–18:00 and closed Mondays — check before you go.
Bonifacio High Street has several vegetarian-friendly cafés and restaurants; choose a light bowl, salad or veggie sandwich and relax in the open-air retail strip. Shops usually open 10:00–22:00.
Walk through BGC’s public art installations and small galleries, then browse Bonifacio High Street and surrounding malls. It’s an easy, modern contrast to older Manila neighborhoods.
Enjoy sunset drinks and a vegetarian-friendly dinner in Serendra or Uptown area — many restaurants can prepare vegetable-focused mains and international cuisine.
Leave Conrad early (around 7:00) for Tagaytay to beat traffic; drive time is roughly 1.5–2 hours depending on traffic. Bring a light jacket — Tagaytay is cooler than Manila.
Enjoy panoramic views of Taal Volcano from Tagaytay Ridge and visit People’s Park in the Sky for sweeping vistas. Viewpoints open early; parks typically open 8:00–18:00.
Choose Sky Ranch for light rides or Picnic Grove for zipline/hammocks and photo stops; many attractions open 9:00–18:00 though hours vary by attraction.
Lunch at Bag of Beans, a Tagaytay staple with good vegetarian options—salads, veggie pastas and local vegetable dishes. They typically open for lunch from 9:00–21:00 but call ahead for seating at peak times.
Have a relaxed dinner at Conrad or nearby restaurant after a day trip; request a light vegetarian plate if you prefer something simple after a day out.
Visit Pinto Art Museum for contemporary Philippine art in garden settings — wander galleries and outdoor installations. Pinto commonly opens 9:00–18:00 but check seasonal hours and ticketing.
Visit the Hinulugang Taktak park (waterfall park) or a viewpoint for city panoramas; note that some sites may have limited facilities, so check opening times (typically daytime hours).
Use this evening to try a highly recommended vegetarian restaurant you didn’t get to earlier (Pipino, The Wholesome Table or a local vegan café). Confirm hours online; many open until 21:00–22:00.
Visit Salcedo Market (typically 7:00–2:00 on Saturdays) for fresh produce, vegetarian-friendly stalls, healthy bowls and artisanal food — ideal for breakfast/brunch and souvenir foodie finds.
Stroll through Legazpi and Greenbelt parks and boutique shops; stop at cafes with vegetarian pastries and smoothie bowls. Malls generally open 10:00 onwards; parks are public.
Lunch at a healthy café in Greenbelt or Glorietta offering vegetarian bowls, vegan burgers or local veggie mains — ideal for refueling and people-watching.
Book a spa treatment (hotel spa at Conrad or a recommended day spa in Makati) to relax before your final full day in the city. Most spas accept bookings from 10:00–21:00; reserve in advance.
Consider a short Manila Bay sunset cruise (check operators for schedules) or rooftop dinner with bay views — many cruise operators and restaurants require advance booking and operate around sunset hours (approx. 17:00–19:30).
Opt for a final spa treatment at Conrad or an easy walk along the Baywalk for last photos and souvenir shopping — hotel spas usually open mid-morning and require reservations.
Have one last Filipino vegetarian meal at the hotel or a nearby vegetarian-friendly restaurant; ask the chef for a local vegetable specialty before you leave.
Check out from Conrad and arrange your transfer to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). Allow ample time for Manila traffic and airport check-in, especially for international flights.
Depart Manila with time buffer for security and immigration; if you have a later flight, consider one last quick stop at a mall for snacks or duty-free.