The 11 Food Experiences in the Philippines That Earn Their Price

1.Boracay Sunset Cruise with Party DJ & Unlimited Food and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 211 reviews · from $70Our pick

Join Red Whale dayclub at Bulabog Beach for a four-hour yacht party around Boracay. You will stop at Angol Beach, Balinghay, and Puka Beach for snorkeling, breath-hold swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, rooftop jumps, snacks, cocktails, mocktails, and a sunset water-gun party with an onboard DJ. An underwater GoPro and 360 camera add fun souvenirs.

“Red Whale Hopping Tour with a friend, Thank you for making good memories I really liked the tour schedule, and the service of the staff is excellent They gave us precious memories Even if I go back to Boracay, I will definitely book the Red Whale Hopping Tour”

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2.Manila Food Tour: Explore World’s Oldest Chinatown

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 158 reviews · from $60

Explore Binondo, Manila’s historic Chinatown, with guides such as Jian, Nel, Chloe, and Rian. Over about three hours, you’ll try eight sweet and savory specialties, including fresh lumpia, handmade dumplings, mami, dim sum, and hopia. The small-group format makes it easier to reach busy food stalls and lesser-known eateries.

“Lots of food. It was an awesome experience. If you do a morning tour, don’t eat breakfast. Our guide Jenelle was cheerful and bubbly. She loves people and cats.”

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3.Street Food and Drinks Walking Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 114 reviews · 2 hours · from $68

Start at Grand Cafe 1919 in Binondo, then follow an English-speaking guide through local streets and food stalls for 6 to 10 tastings. Expect banana cue, kwek kwek, pancit, grilled seafood, halo-halo, drinks, and a ride by jeepney or tricycle. Guides such as Mari and Tess add local stories and practical help.

“A tour off the tourist areas to markets where locals shop and eat from stalls on the street The guide was fun and explained the area, and obviously the food as well We moved from place to place using the local means of transport, an added bonus”

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4.The Original Cebu City Historical and Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 81 reviews · from $69

Meet at Ayala Terraces at 4 pm for a guided walk through Cebu’s historic center, with stops at ancestral homes, churches, Magellan’s Cross, Carbon Market, and local food stalls. Guides including Kyle, Lorelei, Phillip, and Necian lead the way. Expect public transport, Filipino snacks, and an end point at Freedom Park rather than hotel drop-off.

“We had a great time with Lorelei! She really has a passion for Cebu street food and is very knowledgeable, friendly and insightful! Highly recommend!”

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5.Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 68 reviews · 6 hours · from $58Best value

Spend six hours with an English-speaking guide such as Jen, Eric, or Grace, tasting Filipino and Chinese food in Quiapo and Binondo before riding local transport to Intramuros. Walk markets, sample dumplings, hopia, fruits, and desserts, then circle the walled city on a traditional bamboo bike. Expect heat, crowds, and plenty of walking.

“An excellent well organized tour that enabled me to see Manila and experience many different modes of transport and food. I would not change anything about the tour. Jen was an awesome, very knowledgeable guide.”

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6.Manila’s Culinary Expedition: The Ultimate Food and Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $115

Start at 12:30 pm with hotel pickup, then follow a guide through Binondo, Manila’s Chinatown, on a three-hour food walk. You’ll sample about 10 dishes, visit several eateries and market areas, and hear how Filipino food reflects Chinese and other cultural influences. Guides may include Mark, while drivers such as Kyle or Pedro handle transfers.

“Awesome experience! We enjoyed everything! Guide was super friendly and nice and the tour was fun and delicious.”

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7.Guided Food Tour of Binondo with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 38 reviews · 3 hours · from $60

Meet Chloe, Nel, Jian, or another English-speaking guide at Binondo Church for a three-hour walk through Manila’s historic Chinatown. You’ll sample fresh lumpia, handmade dumplings, mami, dim sum, and hopia at local eateries and a bakery. Come very hungry, wear comfortable shoes, and leave large bags behind.

“Huge quantities and incredible food- Chloe was a really wonderful guide, with great tips for Manila and history of the area. If you have the time this tour is so worth it it’s not funny!”

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8.Makati Street Food Experience end with a Rooftop Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $65

Join V of Manila Experience for a three-hour Makati food night with sisig, balut, kwek-kwek, grilled intestines, local beer, Filipino desserts, and photo stops. You will order without an English menu, visit the 1950s-style Filling Station, then end at Antidote rooftop bar in I'M Hotel.

“Great food tour in Manila! V had great communication with us pre tour and on the night she showed us places we might not have found ourselves in Manila. A mix of the street food market and a retro 1950s style diner for dessert! Make sure you leave plenty of room as there is so much food! Highly recommend if you're new to Manila.”

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9.Intramuros & Chinatown Manila Tour – Walking, Food & Culture

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · from $62

Spend five hours discovering Manila with a guide such as Mike, Fred, George, or Jen. Visit Quiapo Market, taste Filipino food in Binondo, explore Intramuros by bike, and experience local transport along the way. The group is limited to 18 people, with food tastings, transport, entrance fees, and bike rental included.

“Our guide Fred was very knowledgable and created a fun experience! He also recommended things to do that we tried afterwards such as the Barbara’s Heritage Dinner/Show and drinks at the penthouse bar at Bayleaf Hotel- both were excellent!”

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10.Historical Street and Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 31 reviews · 3 hours · from $90

Meet an English-speaking guide for a three-hour walk through Cebu’s markets, churches, and old streets. Taste balut and other Filipino street foods, see the 1680 Yap Sandiego Ancestral House, visit Basilica Minore del Sto. Niño, Magellan’s Cross, and Carbon Market. Groups are limited to 10, with guides including Philip, Philipe, Nacien, and Kyle.

“Always best when there is more people but this experience was special being able to have the guides only attention. I was able to ask many questions about the history and the food. I also got to know the guide pretty well, Nescian is great at his job and a fun person.”

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11.Manila Street food and Night Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 21 reviews · 2 hours · from $68

Join Floyd or Venus for a two-hour Manila street-food walk from Tutuban Night Market through Divisoria and Binondo to Pasig Esplanade. Try Filipino favorites such as isaw, balut, kwek-kwek, taho, banana cue, siopao, and dumplings, with short rides by tuk-tuk or jeepney and help ordering like a local.

“Venus is amazing, knowledgeable, very professional but more importantly very nice to be around. We were 3 people and what we experienced was the "real" Manila with its food, its people and how they live. I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to experience something unique.”

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