Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Manila

Chinatown, Manila #LifeAtExpedia
Chinatown, Manila #LifeAtExpedia
The Binondo Church is in the center of the Chinatown community in Manila Philippines. The Chinatown is the oldest in the world. The church is the Minor Basilica of San Lorenzo Ruiz - the first Filipino Saint. #architecture #Manila #Philippines
Binondo
This...hand-pulled noodles. Fresh ones made upon order and prepared in front of you. Located in China town area in Manila.

Popular places to visit

Temple and ceremonial hall at Chinese Cemetery in Manila Philippines.

Manila Chinese Cemetery

You can learn about the history of Manila with a stop at Manila Chinese Cemetery. Discover the great live music and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Manila Chinese Cemetery
Enjoying the sunset at the bay!..🌤🌥❤️❤️❤️ #nofilter#sunset

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 Mall of Asia
A giant Christmas tree along North EDSA by Firefly. 'Tis the season to be jolly.

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.

SM North EDSA
Stayed in this beautiful Hotel for few days while i'm in Manila, Philippines

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.

City of Dreams Manila
Bonifacio Globe City Fort featuring outdoor art

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.

Fort Bonifacio
The mall’s grand canal offers mall guests an Italian experience with gondola ride tours by singing gondoliers. The mall also has replicas of St. Mark’s Campanile in Piazza San Marco, the Rialto Bridge, which is inspired by the famous bridge in Venice and the Ponte de Amore bridge, where mall guests can participate at the mall’s love locks installation.

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.

Venice Grand Canal Mall

Top hotels in Santa Cruz

Red Planet Manila Binondo

Red Planet Manila Binondo

3 out of 5
251-61 Juan Luna St., Binondo Manila
The price is 531.986 ₫ per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
531.986 ₫
595.824 ₫ total
14 Jan - 15 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (327 reviews)
Nice clean room. Courteous staff

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Red Planet Manila Binondo
Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central

Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central

4 out of 5
Ongpin cor. Quintin Paredes Streets Manila Manila
The price is 2.388.397 ₫ per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
2.388.397 ₫
2.675.005 ₫ total
13 Feb - 14 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (400 reviews)
Staff were great! Wifi was horrible until the last few days

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central
Winford Resort & Casino Manila

Winford Resort & Casino Manila

4 out of 5
Winford Leisure & Entertainment Complex Manila
The price is 2.943.363 ₫ per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
2.943.363 ₫
3.590.904 ₫ total
14 Jan - 15 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Manila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (200 reviews)
Across SM San Lazaro

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Winford Resort & Casino Manila
The Peninsula Manila

The Peninsula Manila

5 out of 5
Corner Of Ayala And Makati Avenues Makati Manila
The price is 4.397.022 ₫ per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
4.397.022 ₫
5.390.749 ₫ total
13 Feb - 14 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makati. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Clean room, courteous and efficient staff.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

The Peninsula Manila
Grand Westside Manila Bay

Grand Westside Manila Bay

4 out of 5
Bagong Nayong Pilipino, Westside City Parañaque National Capital Region
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Parañaque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions SM Mall of Asia and City of Dreams Manila ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (962 reviews)
Phenomenal hotel. Not far from casinos.

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

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Grand Westside Manila Bay
Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay

Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay

3.5 out of 5
Bagong Nayong Pilipino Parañaque NCR
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Parañaque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,174 reviews)
Friendly, they accommodate all, clean and faster

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

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Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz

Baluarte de San Diego featuring heritage elements, a castle and heritage architecture

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.

Intramuros
Ermita featuring a hotel

Ermita

4/5(56 area reviews)

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.

Ermita
Malate showing a statue or sculpture, religious aspects and a church or cathedral

Malate

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Malate
Makati Central Business District showing street scenes and a bridge

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.

Makati Central Business District
Buildings at Rockwell Center during Christmas.

Makati Downtown

4/5(53 area reviews)

Makati Downtown is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Power Plant Mall and Century City while in the area.

Makati Downtown
The spirit of christmas is already here in the philippines the different color of christmas light..

Bel-Air

4/5(10 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Bel-Air, Ayala Triangle Gardens and Century City are top sights worth seeing.

Bel-Air

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