If you are searching for a Metro Manila accommodation, pick a place located in the Ermita area. Because aside from the availability of a wide choice of hotels, renowned restaurants, and other key establishments, staying here will grant you easy access to many attractions in the city and beyond.
1. Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Complex
If you have a liking for art and culture, then the Cultural Center of the Philippines should be on top of your places to visit. There are performances held here on a regular basis, but the best time to check out shows is from July to August during the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival. Here, you can catch thought-provoking and substance-rich movies from the best and brightest underground filmmakers in the country and the rest of Asia.
2. Star City
Star City is just a few minutes from the CCP Complex. This theme park can provide mindless fun for hours, with rollercoasters, bumper cars, a Ferris wheel, various play areas, carousel, laser tag arena, and 4D simulator ride.
3. Manila Ocean Park
A visit to this park will give you greater knowledge and appreciation for the ocean and aquatic life. This place features large tanks filled with different kinds of sea creatures, like sharks, rays, and various fishes. There's also a dolphin and sea lion show that both kids and adults will enjoy. A spa is also located inside this theme park so you can get some pampering before heading back to your hotel in Manila.
4. Robinsons Manila
Feeling hungry after all those movies and rides? Hail a cab and go to this shopping center in Downtown Manila. It has a large selection of restaurants, fast food diners, and food carts. No matter what your preferences are, you will find a place that offers American, Italian, Asian, or even Persian specialties.
5. Luneta Park
Probably the most well-known and frequented site in Metro Manila is Luneta or Rizal Park. This is where the Philippines' national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal, was executed via firing squad in 1896. In addition to being an important historical spot, it is also a popular picnic destination for families and tourists.
6. Intramuros
Join a tour of Manila by controversial tour guide/pundit Carlos Celdran and have a fun, amusing, and very educational stroll inside the centuries-old walled city of Intramuros. Learn about the different churches, buildings, and institutions here, which should all be just a few minutes away if you're staying at a hotel accommodation in Manila's Ermita district.
7. SM Mall of Asia
One of the biggest shopping and entertainment complexes in the world, SM Mall of Asia or MOA does not run short of activities, shops, restaurants, and other leisure options. Before calling it a day at your Ermita, Manila accommodation, stick around to catch the must-see nightly fireworks exhibition.
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