Overview
First built in 1581 and rebuilt eight times after earthquakes and wars, Manila Cathedral (the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception) is a symbol of Philippine Catholicism. The current eighth incarnation, completed in 1958, features a grand Romanesque facade, stained glass, and a 4,500-pipe organ. At the heart of Intramuros, it forms a key pilgrimage circuit with Fort Santiago and San Agustín Church. Free admission (outside Mass times). In central Intramuros.
Opening Hours
Daily 07:00-18:00 (except during Mass)
Travel Tips
Entry is limited during Mass — check the schedule. Pair with nearby San Agustín Church (UNESCO World Heritage).
Hotels near Manila Cathedral
Hotels and guesthouses in Manila, Intramuros, Manila
Other attractions in Manila
Intramuros
A Spanish-built walled city home to Fort Santiago and Manila Cathedral.
Rizal Park (Luneta Park)
Manila's largest urban park, dedicated to national hero Jose Rizal.
Bonifacio Global City (BGC)
Manila's modern business and cultural district where skyscrapers, restaurants, and street art coexist.
Fort Santiago
The stone fortress in Intramuros where national hero Jose Rizal was imprisoned before execution.
San Agustin Church
The Philippines' oldest stone church, completed in 1607 — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Binondo Chinatown
Founded in 1594, the world's oldest Chinatown — a food and history hub.
Manila Bay Sunset
Manila Bay's world-famous golden sunset.