The 13 Best Walking Tours in the Philippines

1.Street Food and Drinks Walking Tour with Tastings

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

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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2.Viva Old Manila: Intramuros Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 104 reviews · 3 hours · from $27Best value

Spend three hours walking Manila’s Walled City with an English-speaking DOT-accredited guide. Meet at Fort Santiago, then visit the Rizal Shrine, Manila Cathedral, Memorare Manila 1945, San Agustin Church, and Casa Manila. Guides such as Russell, Steven, Jerome, and Jonathan mix clear history with humor, old photos, and local stories.

“Great walking tour in Intramuros ! Our guide Steven was very friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend if you want to get a good first view of the old Manila and its history !”

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3.Manila’s Walled City: Intramuros Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · from $35Top rated

Walk Manila’s Intramuros with an English-speaking local guide, visiting Fort Santiago, the Rizal Shrine, Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church, Memorare Manila, and Casa Manila. Ann, Anne, and Andre are among the guides praised for clear storytelling and humor. Expect a kalesa or Tranvia ride, snacks, bottled water, and about three and a half hours on foot.

“Learned so much, and the stories helped add meaning to the ruins and structures we saw. Pace was good, my teen and 6yo could keep up. An interesting way to learn about the city.”

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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 $58

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.Intramuros Walking Tour.

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 63 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $54

Walk Manila’s walled city with an English-speaking guide such as Mari or Tess, visiting Fort Santiago, Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church, and Casa Manila. Expect personal stories, wartime history, a short ride in a three-wheeled pedal bike, entrance fees, bottled water, and a Filipino halo-halo stop. Allow up to three hours.

“Mari gave us a fascinating insight to the history of the Philippines in the cool of The Belfry cafe. We then did the walking tour taking in the sights and additional information. This worked very well and brought the history to life. Mari was a great guide with very good English and a good sense of humour. Thank you so much.”

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7.Intramuros Walking Tour with Transportation by Don’t Skip Manila

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · from $83

Spend four to five hours exploring Manila with a guide such as Andre, Andrei, or Anne, depending on the departure. Visit Fort Santiago, Rizal Shrine, Manila Cathedral, Intramuros, and Casa Manila, with museum fees, bottled water, air-conditioned transport, and a horse-drawn carriage ride included when more than four people join.

“The whole thing was amazing and informative. I'm definitely glad i didn't skip Manila! Glad it made the trip!”

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8.Manila Intramuros Walking tour with Local Tour Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $55

Spend two to three hours walking Intramuros with a local guide such as Mari or Victor. Visit Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church, Fort Santiago, the Dr. Jose Rizal Shrine, and Casa Manila while learning how Spanish rule and World War II shaped Manila. The small group has up to 10 people, with water included.

“The Intramuros tour was fantastic! I learned so much while enjoying the beautiful views. The tour guide was incredibly helpful, answered all our questions, and made the experience fun. Highly recommend this tour for both newcomers and those who have been to Intramuros before!”

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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.Intramuros Walled City Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $50

Walk Manila’s historic Intramuros with an English-speaking guide, meeting Jane at Casa Manila. Over about 2.5 hours, see San Agustin Church, Manila Cathedral, Fort Santiago, Casa Manila, and the Jose Rizal Museum while learning how the walled city was built for defense. Expect plenty of walking, sun, and local history.

“Jane was a wonderful guide! She had knowledge, humour and passion for Filipino history. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and felt we were in wonderful hands with Jane. It was the right length of time and Jane looked after us so well. If you're looking for a few hours to learn about more of the Philipines than just the standard tours this is a must.”

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11.Binondo Walking Tour ( Oldest Chinatown )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $55

Walk through Manila’s Binondo district with local guide Mari, sampling Chinese-Filipino street food at your own expense while visiting old buildings, markets, shops, and landmarks. The small group tour lasts about two hours and includes bottled water, local transportation, photo help, and practical tips on what to eat.

“Great tour, amazing food :) Mari knew all about the local area and skipped us past some monster lines :)”

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12.Binondo Chinatown Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 2 hours · from $50

Walk through Manila’s Binondo Chinatown with a local guide such as Mari or Maria, learning about Chinese merchants, old buildings, and Chinese-Filipino food. The two-hour small-group tour visits alleys, landmarks, markets, and food stops. Tastings cost extra, so bring a little cash and arrive hungry.

“Maria is an excellent guide. She knows very well what she talks about. She is very friendly and professional. And she also is a great photographer. Ask her to take a pictures and you will see ;-) Our walking tour was amazing”

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13.Solo Traveler Friendly Manila Walk w/ Mobile Photography

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 8 hours · from $45

Spend a private day with Edison or Bryl exploring Intramuros, Rizal Park, Manila’s national museums, Aroceros Forest Park, and the Pasig River Esplanade. Your English-speaking guide adapts the route to your interests and pace while taking edited mobile photos, making this a strong choice for solo visitors who want company, context, and lasting pictures.

“My goodness!!! Where to start!? This was one of the best activities l did in the Philippines! l want to give 10 stars!! lf you get the chance please don't miss this wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself into the Philippine culture!! Edison met me with a joyful, positive, warm friendly energy and it stayed that way for the whole eight hours of a truly outstandingly day. The knowledge he shared blended with a true passion for the love of art, history and architecture was simply fantastic!! lf you want a premium experience do this tour! The whole day was tailored to my likes, and walkable comfort levels. We laughed, talked…”

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