Philippines · MANILA FOOD AND CHINATOWN TOURS
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Binondo is the oldest Chinatown anywhere and it eats like it. These 15 food walks take in the fried-lumpia stalls, the hopia bakeries and the street food that needs pointing out, plus the Filipino cooking classes if you would rather learn to make it. What you eat and what it costs are below.
See Tondo Market, Binondo Chinatown, and Intramuros in 3 hours. Tricycle, tuktuk, jeepney rides plus stops like Fort Santiago.
“We had a 9 hour layover in Manila and this was a fun way to fill in the time and see some Classic Manila. Highly recommend, to get an inside look into life in Manila and learn a bit of history.”
A small-group Manila street food tour with tricycle rides, 10+ tastings, local beer, and a sweet finale for $60 in 3 hours.
“Outstanding! So much fun. Amazing tour with HUGE quantities of food and a really, really enthusiastic guide.”
Private Cebu and Lapu-Lapu tour with uphill spots and House of Lechon lunch, free pickup, major landmarks, and optional guide.
“-Visiting historic places and uphill spots. -Jomz, our driver, did an excellent job. -Interior of the car needs upgrade.”
Taste Binondo’s oldest Chinatown on a small-group 3-hour walk with 8 Filipino-Chinese snacks, mami, dim sum, dumplings, and hopia.
“Nelly was very friendly. Thank you for taking us around. The dumpling spot she took us to is no doubt the best dumplings I've tried, including those in the San Francisco Bay Area. The places we went to were places I wouldn't have stumbled upon on my own.”
Taste 6 to 10 Filipino street snacks in Binondo, Manila, with a guide plus a jeepney or tricycle ride and sweet halo-halo.
“I had a great time, Mari was excellent, a MUST DO when visiting Manila.”
Taste Cebu street food and walk historic landmarks with a friendly guide, jeepney vibes, and included entrances, in about 4 hours.
“The tour was great, very chilled and plenty of time to chat with the other people in the group. Definitely recommend!”
Hands-on Manila meryenda cooking class in Makati with Chyl, small-group stations, noodles, spring rolls, and sweet snacks, plus take-home skills.
“I have just finished my leftovers from this wonderful class with the fabulous Chyl. I learnt how to make a tasty traditional Filipino snack all while chatting away with Chyl about food, the Philippines as well as life in general. It was like cooking witRead more”
6-hour Manila Walk Eat Explore tour through Quiapo and Binondo food stops, jeepney ride, and bamboo-bike Intramuros sights, $58.
“One of the best tours I've been on. Jen our guide was absolutely brilliant, extremely knowledgeable, helpful & organised. I loved seeing the markets and trying different modes of transportation. Really exciting tasting and learning about different foods, desserts and fruits. Jen made sure it was all safe, and the tour was done at a good pace, nothing felt rushed and we had time for toilet breaks, buying water and asking questions. If you're visiting Manila you need to do this tour!”
Guided 2-hour night market walk in Divisoria, Binondo, and nearby streets, with tuk-tuk, train rides, and street food stops.
“Floyd excelled as our tour guide through Manila’s bustling food markets. Starting at the entrance, his composed demeanor created a seamless, immersive experience without any rush. His extensive knowledge of the stalls included historical insights, local ingredients, and street food traditions, turning the tour into a captivating story. Floyd’s enthusiasm shone as he revealed hidden gems. He was attentive, managing pace, breaks with sustainable sourcing talks, and mindfulness tips for savoring flavors. He expertly handled questions and our mixed group of beginners and experts. For a top Philippine culinary escape, book Floyd now—you’ll leave invigorated, informed, and inspired. Five stars; ca...”
Hands-on Makati cooking class where you make a full Filipino meryenda, often pancit, lumpia, and turon, with local stories in 2 hours.
“Really great experience- highly recommend, so much fun and delicious foods.”
Manila’s Chinatown and Binondo food tour with hotel transfers and about 10 tastings in 3 hours. Small group, come hungry.
“Awesome experience! We enjoyed everything! Guide was super friendly and nice and the tour was fun and delicious.”
Taste your way through Binondo, Manila’s Chinatown, with guided stops for lumpia, dumplings, mami, dim sum, and hopia.
“Chloe was the perfect guide! She was knowledgeable and fun to talk to. She made sure me and my partner were okay the entire tour. The tour itself was great! Definitely come hungry!!!!🥰 I would highly recommend this tour to anyone!”
A half-day Manila tour mixing Intramuros, Binondo Chinatown, and Divisoria market life with a small-group guide, for $75.
“You will go off the beaten path and enjoy a unique experience. Something you wouldn't experience on your own.”
Makati street food plus a 360 rooftop finish, with local beer, Filipino ordering help, and included photos for a 3-hour night out.
“Great food tour in Manila! V had great communication with us pre tour and on the night she showed us places we might not have found ourselves in Manila. A mix of the street food market and a retro 1950s style diner for dessert! Make sure you leave plenty of room as there is so much food! Highly recommend if you're new to Manila.”
Walk Quiapo, taste Binondo street food, and bike through WWII-scarred Intramuros with expert guides, transport, snacks, and bike rental for $62.
“Bike ride in the old town and food tasting in China town were my favorite moments. Jen was a great guide telling us lots of stories and history.”
