Chinatown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Chinatown
Popular places to visit
Lucky Chinatown Mall
During your trip to Manila, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Lucky Chinatown Mall. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
SM Mall of Asia
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit SM Mall of Asia, a popular shopping spot in Pasay. Visit the churches and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
SM North EDSA
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to SM North EDSA, a favourite shopping spot in Quezon City. Discover the great live music and churches in this vibrant area.
Fort Bonifacio
Fort Bonifacio is just one of the places to see in Taguig, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
City of Dreams Manila
Why not roll the dice with a visit to City of Dreams Manila during your travels in Parañaque? Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Venice Grand Canal Mall
During your visit to Taguig, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Venice Grand Canal Mall. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Activities
From Manila: Pangasinan Hundred Islands Guided Tour
Manila: Old Manila Intramuros Area Walking Tour
1.5-Hour Express Bike Tour in Intramuros (tour using a bamboo bicycle!)
Intramuros Walking Tour by Don't Skip Manila
Manila: Sightseeing and Food Walking Tour with Tastings
Our pick of the best Chinatown Hotel Deals
Red Planet Manila Binondo
Clean rooms that smelled good. Staff was super friendly and responsive. Having a 7-Eleven 12 steps away was very convenient. Room was comfortable with Aircon. Had a convenient area for ride pick up, as well as safe, adequate parking.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central
A grand suite with two bedrooms kitchenette, spacious bathrooms. Ample closet space living room, dining room just a top tier accomodation no complaints here.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
The Peninsula Manila
The staff was amazing...warm and welcoming. Breakfast was excellent with so many choices from fresh coconut, freshly squeezed power drinks and international foods. The hotel is showing its age from the run down carpets and towels now grayish...not white nor fluffy. Its still a great hotel.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Grand Westside Manila Bay
Excellent staff, clean rooms, great service from checkin to checkout. Will definitely stay here again , should we come back to Manila, Philippines
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay
The Kingsford is my favorite place to stay in Manila. We've stayed there 4 times in the past 9 months. Until next time...
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Dusit Thani Manila
Dusit has the most exceptional staff. Some the most friendliest and with thorough follow through. Betchie (Angelica) made the trip all the much better. When we had significant issues with our room, she ensured we were taken care of and were moved accordingly. Keeping my rooms all together. The concierge ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Intramuros
Intramuros is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by San Agustin Church and Fort Santiago while in the area.
Ermita
National Museum of Fine Arts and SM City Manila are top sights in Ermita, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at United Nations LRT Station or Central LRT Station to see more sights in the area.
Malate
Travellers choose Malate for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Quirino Avenue LRT Station or Vito Cruz LRT Station and check out top sights like Manila Zoo.
Makati Central Business District
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Makati Central Business District. Make a stop by Ayala Triangle Gardens or Greenbelt Shopping Mall while you're exploring the area.
Salcedo Village
Shopping, restaurants and churches are some highlights of Salcedo Village. You might stop by Ayala Triangle Gardens or Greenbelt Shopping Mall while you're in the area.
Legazpi Village
While visiting Legazpi Village, you might make a stop by sights like Greenbelt Shopping Mall and Ayala Center.
