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National Museum of the Philippines

The National Museum is an iconic tourist spot in Manila that showcases the rich culture and vast heritage of the Filipino people.

The huge edifice located in Ermita, Manila is home to the most important national treasures that can give visitors a deeper knowledge of the country. Guests can peruse collections from archaeological discoveries, artworks that defined Philippine history and origin, and items that show the country’s ethnography in the National Museum. Located near other significant sights like Intramuros and Rizal Park, a visit to the National Museum is a great way to start, or cap a history tour.

 

Location

National Museum is located at Padre Burgos Ave, Ermita, Manila.

 

Opening Days and Hours

The museum is open Tuesdays to Sundays from 10:00 to 17:00.

 

 

Entry Fee and Booking

Admission is free. Groups comprised of more than 20 people should make reservations.

 

How to Get There

National Museum can be accessed through taxi or ride-hailing apps like Uber and Grab, which are widely available around the Metro.

 


Suggested For

  • Solo Travelers/Backpackers
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups

 

Time to Spend

Spend at least 2 hours inside the museum to see all the different galleries.

 


Popularity and Best Time to Go

It’s best to visit the museum just after it opens. Around this time, the place is less crowded and parking space is not yet packed.

 

Food

After touring the museum, you can grab some bites from some of these restaurants:

  • Cafe Ilang-ilang
  • Recipes
  • Hungry Juan Ermita
  • Cabalen

 

Nearby Attractions

  • Fort Santiago and Intramuros
  • Rizal Park
  • Bambike Ecotours Intramuros
  • San Agustin Church
  • San Agustin Museum
  • Manila Bay
  • Manila Cathedral
  • Manila Ocean Park
  • Casa Manila

 

Stay

There are a number of hotels and inns near National Museum such as The Bayleaf Intramuros, Pearl Manila, Corporate Inn Hotel, and Time Travelers Hotel. Room rates range from USD 20 to 200.

 

Good to Know

One of National Museum’s famous and sought after art pieces, Juan Luna’s “Spolarium,” welcomes visitors at the entrance.

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History and culture    90

Natural Beauty    10

Nightlife    0

Adventure    20

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History and culture

90

Natural Beauty

10

Nightlife

0

Adventure

20

Family Fun

20

Cost -USD

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