Ermita Travel Guide

Manila

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Ermita featuring a hotel
National Museum of the Filipino People featuring interior views

In the heart of Manila lies a compact district packed with museums, malls and parks, making it a sightseeing hub in the Filipino capital city.

One of the most important regions of Manila City, Ermita is a district filled with major educational, political and health institutions. Wander the streets here and find the University of the Philippines, the General Hospital and government buildings such as the Department of Justice. The importance of Ermita within Manila is increased by the presence of major museums and parks.

Stroll around Ermita and pass elegant political building such as the waterfront U.S. Embassy and the Court of Appeals, a classically styled building fronted by four Doric columns. Don’t miss Ermita Church, a vast 20th-century structure known for its statue of Our Lady of Guidance, which was brought to the Philippines in 1521.

Visit one of Ermita’s many museums and spend the day discovering the history of the Philippines. The National Museum of the Philippines encompasses the National Art Gallery and the Museum of the Filipino People. Learn about the ethnographic diversity of the nation in exhibits dedicated to its cultural heritage.

Take your children to Museo Pambata. Interactive exhibits on the environment, Manila and the planet make learning exciting for kids. Walk through a giant reconstruction of a human body to learn about how our organs work.

Stroll through the parks of Ermita. Rizal Park spreads across 140 acres (57 hectares) and features many examples of public art. Come back here at night to watch a light and sound presentation dedicated to Filipino heroes, when the statues are lit up in a rainbow of colors. Stop by the Chinese Garden to see oriental architecture and plants.

In the north of Ermita, discover the walkways of Arroceros Forest Park, a haven of green in the heart of Manila. Escape the heat of the sun on the shady walkways that wind through the forest.

Ermita is one of the tourist hubs of Manila and public transportation runs to and from the district. Ride a bus to outside Rizal Park and explore the region on foot to see its various sights.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Ermita

Manila Prince Hotel

Manila Prince Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1000 San Marcelino St, Ermita, Manila
The price is ₹3,361 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
₹3,361
₹3,880 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Manila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (513 reviews)
"Third time staying will stay there again. Breakfast was the best. The mattresses are great. Didn’t wake up with a sore back the staff was amazing. I will give a shout out to Bryant who took care of us during meals and our last day there"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Manila Prince Hotel
Hotel H2O

Hotel H2O

4 out of 5
Luneta, (Behind the Quirino Grandstand), Manila
The price is ₹5,306 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹5,306
₹6,093 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Manila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"my daughter enjoyed the aquarium on the room. rooms are clean. overall a very good experience."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Hotel H2O
Rizal Park Hotel

Rizal Park Hotel

4 out of 5
South Road Drive, T.M. Kalaw Ext., Ernita, Manila
The price is ₹6,121 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹6,121
₹7,028 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Manila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (487 reviews)
"Clean and very helpful staff. Next to U.S. Embassy which is why I was there."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

Rizal Park Hotel
City Garden Suites Manila

City Garden Suites Manila

3 out of 5
1158 A. Mabini St. Ermita, Manila, Manila
Fully refundable
The price is ₹3,474 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹3,474
₹3,988 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Manila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff were very welcoming and always smiling. Breakfast was great. Bed and pillow are very comfortable."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

City Garden Suites Manila
The Manila Hotel

The Manila Hotel

5 out of 5
One Rizal Park, Manila
The price is ₹10,351 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
₹10,351
₹11,884 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Manila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"The Manila hotel is an icon in the Philippines. Presidents and diplomats stay there and MacArthur is a famous tenant. So much history and they have a museum, original art, Nara furniture, luxury chandeliers. I love that all the employees wear traditional Filipino dressings. The bed mattresses are ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

The Manila Hotel
Red Planet Manila Bay

Red Planet Manila Bay

3 out of 5
Arquiza St. cor Alhambra St., Ermita, Manila
The price is ₹2,652 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
₹2,652
₹3,045 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Manila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a 24-hour business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (901 reviews)
"Staff are friendly, easy checkin, clean facilities. Complement to Mr. Julius for helping me my children's trash bag, and providing us with what we needed! Highly recommended place!"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Red Planet Manila Bay
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Ermita

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 Manila Cathedral while in the area.

Intramuros
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
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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
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Legazpi Village

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

While visiting Legazpi Village, you might make a stop by sights like Greenbelt Shopping Mall and Ayala Center.

Legazpi Village
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Salcedo Village

4/5(8 area reviews)

Shopping, restaurants and churches are some highlights of Salcedo Village. You might stop by Ayala Triangle Gardens or Greenbelt Shopping Mall while you're in the area.

Salcedo Village
Manila showing a cemetery

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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