Manila Intramuros Tour with VIP Shopping and Personal Shopper

Walk through four centuries of Manila's past, then shop with your own guide at SM Store

A private, guided tour of Manila covering the walled city's major historical sites (Fort Santiago, San Agustin Church, Casa Manila and Plaza Roma) followed by a personalized shopping experience at SM Store with a dedicated shopper and exclusive discount voucher. Your guide handles the route and commentary. A driver manages transport and parking. The tour runs eight hours with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Fort Santiago1h · entry included
2. San Agustin Church and Museum30m
3. Casa Manila15m

Explore Manila's historic sites and shop

• Visit Fort Santiago in Intramuros
• Explore Baluarte de San Diego bastion
• See the Manila Cathedral
• Walk through Plaza Roma
• Visit Memorare, Manila 1945 memorial
• Tour San Agustin Church and Museum
• Explore Casa Manila house-museum
• Enjoy personal shopping at The SM Store

The experience

The tour starts in Intramuros, Manila's oldest district, where a guide walks you through Fort Santiago (built 1571), San Agustin Church (the oldest stone church in the Philippines, dating to 1607), Casa Manila (a reconstructed 19th-century colonial house), and the Baluarte de San Diego. You'll also see Plaza Roma and the Memorare war memorial. The guide provides historical context at each stop. Entrance to Fort Santiago is included, though Casa Manila and Baluarte de San Diego charge separate fees (PHP 75 for adults, PHP 50 for children) payable on-site.

After Intramuros, you move to SM Store for a curated shopping experience. A personal shopper meets you there and walks the store with you, helping you find what you want: fashion, beauty, souvenirs, local goods. You'll receive an exclusive voucher to use during your visit. This part of the day is built around your pace and interests, not a fixed itinerary.

Private transportation runs the whole day: pickup from your hotel, air-conditioned vehicle, driver, fuel and parking fees are all included. The eight-hour window gives you time to move between sites without rushing. Note that Casa Manila closes Mondays, so the guide adjusts the schedule if needed, and some Intramuros attractions may occasionally close for private events.

What’s included

• Private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off.
• air-conditioned vehicle and driver.
• entrance fee to Fort Santiago.
• guided tour of Intramuros landmarks with a live English-speaking guide.
• personal shopper at SM Store.
• exclusive SM Store shopping voucher.
• fuel and parking fees.
• souvenir item.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 13:00

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (3 to 80 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?This is a private tour with a dedicated guide and driver, so the pace and stops are yours to shape within the eight-hour window: ideal if you want to linger at a site or move quickly through others. The personal shopper at SM Store means you don't navigate the store alone. If you prefer to browse independently or skip the shopping portion altogether, a different Manila tour may suit you better.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Fort Santiago and why is it significant?

Fort Santiago is a fortress built in 1571 by Spanish conquistador Miguel López de Legazpi in Intramuros, Manila. It served as a key military defense structure during the Spanish colonial period and remains one of the most significant historical sites in the Philippines. Entrance is included in your tour.

Is San Agustin Church really the oldest stone church in the Philippines?

Yes. San Agustin Church, dating to 1607, is the oldest stone church in the country and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's part of the Baroque Churches of the Philippines and is known for its architecture and historical importance. Your guide will take you through it as part of the Intramuros portion of the tour.

What does the personal shopper do at SM Store?

The personal shopper meets you at SM Store and accompanies you through the store, helping you find items you're interested in, whether fashion, beauty, souvenirs or local goods. They guide you through the selection and assist with your purchases. You also receive an exclusive shopping voucher to use during your visit.

Do I need to pay extra to enter Casa Manila?

Yes. Entrance to Casa Manila is not included in the tour price. You can pay the entrance fee directly at the site (PHP 75 for adults, PHP 50 for children). Your guide will assist you. Note that Casa Manila is closed on Mondays, so the guide will adjust the day's schedule if your tour falls on that day.

How does hotel pickup work?

Your driver picks you up from your hotel at the start of the tour and drops you back there at the end. The vehicle is air-conditioned, and all fuel, parking and toll fees are included in the price.