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3-Day Family Adventure Itinerary in Manila

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Day 1: Cultural Exploration

Manila, Philippines

8:00AM

Breakfast at The Alley by Vikings

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at The Alley by Vikings, offering a wide array of international breakfast dishes.
Travel via taxi or Grab to The Alley.
PHP 500, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Intramuros

Explore Intramuros, the historic center of Manila, where you can stroll along cobblestone streets and visit Fort Santiago.
Walk or take a short ride via pedicab inside Intramuros.
PHP 100, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Ristorante Delle Mitre

Enjoy a traditional Filipino lunch at Ristorante Delle Mitre, famous for its local dishes and desserts.
Take a jeepney or Grab to the restaurant.
PHP 600, 1 hour

1:30PM

Explore the National Museum Complex

Visit the National Museum of Fine Arts and the National Museum of Natural History, perfect for sparking your children's interest in art and science.
Travel via taxi or Grab to the museum complex.
Free, 2.5 hours

4:00PM

Stroll at Rizal Park

Enjoy some leisure time in Rizal Park, where the family can relax and take photos while exploring its beautiful gardens.
Walk from the museum complex.
Free, 1 hour

5:30PM

Dinner at The Old Spaghetti House

End your day with a delightful Italian dinner at The Old Spaghetti House, perfect for the whole family.
Take a short taxi ride from Rizal Park.
PHP 800, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Nature and Adventure

Manila, Philippines

7:30AM

Breakfast at Café Ilang-Ilang

Fuel up with a buffet breakfast at Café Ilang-Ilang, known for its wide selection of breakfast dishes.
Take a taxi to the hotel.
PHP 700, 1 hour

9:00AM

Travel to Manila Ocean Park

Head to Manila Ocean Park, a marine-themed park where the kids can learn about marine life while enjoying interactive exhibits.
Travel via taxi or Grab.
PHP 1,000, 2.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at The Ocean Restaurant

Dine in at The Ocean Restaurant while watching the underwater world around you—a unique dining experience!
Located inside Manila Ocean Park.
PHP 1,200, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit the Planetarium

Witness the wonders of the universe at the Manila Planetarium, an exciting adventure for curious minds.
Travel via taxi to the planetarium.
PHP 200, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Explore the Cultural Center of the Philippines

Enjoy an educational visit to the Cultural Center of the Philippines, which often features kid-friendly exhibits and performances.
Take a taxi from the planetarium.
Free, 2 hours

5:30PM

Dinner at Barcino

Unwind with dinner at Barcino, which offers a casual, family-friendly dining experience with a great selection of tapas.
Take a taxi back towards the Bay area.
PHP 900, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Final Day Fun

Manila, Philippines

8:00AM

Breakfast at Locavore

Start the day with a farm-to-table breakfast at Locavore, specializing in local ingredients and flavors.
Take a taxi to Locavore.
PHP 600, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit the Ayala Museum

Take your family to the Ayala Museum to explore Filipino history through engaging exhibits and information.
Travel via taxi.
PHP 500, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Greenbelt Food Court

Satisfy everyone’s cravings at the Greenbelt Food Court, offering a variety of local and international options.
Located near the Ayala Museum, short walk.
PHP 600, 1 hour

1:30PM

Explore Bonifacio High Street

Enjoy a stroll at Bonifacio High Street, filled with shops, art installations, and parks, making it a family-friendly spot.
Travel via taxi from Greenbelt.
Free, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Visit to KidZania Manila

Engage your children with a fun and educational experience at KidZania, where they can role-play various professions.
Travel via taxi to KidZania.
PHP 1,200, 3 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Dads Ultimate Buffet

Wrap up your Manila adventure with a buffet dinner at Dads Ultimate Buffet, offering a plethora of delicious dishes for the family.
Take a taxi back from KidZania.
PHP 1,500, 1.5 hours
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