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Ermita in Manila

Things to Do in Ermita, Manila

A center for finance, education, culture, and commerce in Manila, with a mix of business and entertainment activities. It features landmarks like the Manila Bay and is known for its nightlife and dining options along streets like Pedro Gil.

A center for finance, education, culture, and commerce in Manila, with a mix of business and entertainment activities. It features landmarks like the Manila Bay and is known for its nightlife and dining options along streets like Pedro Gil.

  • Fort SantiagoFort SantiagoCastle
  • Manila Metropolitan TheaterManila Metropolitan TheaterTheater
  • National Museum of Fine ArtsNational Museum of Fine ArtsArt Museum
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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Ermita

  • Fort Santiago in Ermita, Manila

    Fort Santiago

    ★ 4.5 · 12.6k
    Castle★

    citadel built by Spanish conquistador for the city of Manila, Philippines

    Every day
    8 AM – 11 PM
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  • Manila Metropolitan Theater in Ermita, Manila

    Manila Metropolitan Theater

    Theater

    This historic Art Deco building embellished with local tropical fruits had fallen into disrepair before a recent restoration.

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  • National Museum of Fine Arts in Ermita, Manila

    National Museum of Fine Arts

    ★ 4.7 · 9.6k
    Art Museum

    Massive museum with collections of Filipino fine art, archaeology, botany, natural history & more.

    Every day
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Rizal Park in Ermita, Manila

    Rizal Park

    ★ 4.5 · 30.5k
    City Park

    Grand 57-hectare park featuring lawns, gardens, outdoor events & a monument to hero José Rizal.

    Every day
    5 AM – 10 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • National Museum of Natural History in Ermita, Manila

    National Museum of Natural History

    ★ 4.7 · 6.2k
    Natural History Museum

    Zoological, botanical & geological specimens displayed in an elegant venue with a soaring atrium.

    Every day
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Mehan Garden in Ermita, Manila

    Mehan Garden

    ★ 4.6 · 278
    Botanical Garden

    Urban green space & onetime colonial-era botanical garden with tree-lined paths & benches.

    Mon–Fri
    7:30 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    8:30 AM – 9:30 PM
    Sun
    7:30 AM – 8 PM
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  • Robinsons Place Manila in Ermita, Manila

    Robinsons Place Manila

    ★ 4.4 · 21.6k
    Shopping Mall

    shopping mall in Manila, Philippines

    Every day
    10 AM – 10 PM
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  • Manila Clock Tower in Ermita, Manila

    Manila Clock Tower

    Historic Landmark

    This iconic clock tower is the largest in the Philippines.

  • Solidaridad in Ermita, Manila

    Solidaridad

    ★ 4.7 · 137
    Bookstore
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    Closed
    Website ↗Map ↗

Where to eat & drink in Ermita

  • Coffee Shop illustration for Café Y Ruedas

    Café Y Ruedas

    ★ 4.6 · 1.2k
    Coffee Shop· ₱1–500
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    11 AM – 9 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 9 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 9 PM
    Map ↗
  • Filipino illustration for Gerry's SM Manila (Gerry's Grill)

    Gerry's SM Manila (Gerry's Grill)

    ★ 4.9 · 4.5k
    Filipino· ₱500–1,000

    Filipino & Asian specialties served in a family-friendly setting with occasional live music.

    Every day
    10 AM – 9 PM
    Map ↗
  • Gerry's Robinsons Place Ermita (Gerry's Grill) in Ermita, Manila

    Gerry's Robinsons Place Ermita (Gerry's Grill)

    ★ 4.8 · 5.9k
    Filipino· ₱500–2,500 per person

    Filipino & Asian specialties served in a family-friendly setting with occasional live music.

    Mon–Thu
    10 AM – 9 PM
    Fri
    10 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 10 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Italianni's - Robinson Place Manila in Ermita, Manila

    Italianni's - Robinson Place Manila

    ★ 4.8 · 3.7k
    Italian· ₱500-2,500
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  • TGI Friday's in Ermita, Manila

    TGI Friday's

    ★ 4.8 · 2.5k
    American· ₱500–2,500

    Casual chain restaurant with a festive vibe serving beer, cocktails & a wide menu of American fare.

    Every day
    10 AM – 10 PM
    Map ↗
  • Lugang Cafe Robinsons Manila in Ermita, Manila

    Lugang Cafe Robinsons Manila

    ★ 4.8 · 1.0k
    Taiwanese· ₱500-1,000
    Every day
    10 AM – 9 PM
    Website ↗Book ↗Map ↗
  • Honolulu Cafe in Ermita, Manila

    Honolulu Cafe

    ★ 4.6 · 484
    Asian· ₱500-1,000
    Every day
    10 AM – 9 PM
    Map ↗

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Map of Ermita with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Fort Santiago
  2. 2Manila Metropolitan Theater
  3. 3National Museum of Fine Arts
  4. 4Rizal Park
  5. 5National Museum of Natural History
  6. 6Mehan Garden
  7. 7Robinsons Place Manila
  8. 8Manila Clock Tower
  9. 9Café Y Ruedas
  10. 10Gerry's SM Manila (Gerry's Grill)

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