No need to go far to show your love!
Are you looking for a place or activity where you could take your special someone on a special occasion? It does not need to be expensive or far, as long as you could spend some quality time together, right?
If you agreed to all this, then you are on the right page.
Here are some affordable date ideas to take your special someone in Manila.
1. Visit the National Museum
One great date idea is to go on an educational field trip together and visit the National Museum of the Philippines where the admission is free. Appreciate Philippine history, culture and the arts as you explore the different exhibitions in the museum. Not only that, you may also visit the neighboring museums within the National Museum Complex including the National Museum of Fine Arts, National Museum of Anthropology and the National Museum of Natural History.
Source: National Museum Facebook
Source: National Museum Facebook
National Museum
Address: P. Burgos Drive, Rizal Park, Manila
Contact information: inquiry@nationalmuseum.gov.ph
Social: Facebook
2. Go on a gastronomic adventure via the Big Binondo Food Wok
A date idea in Manila for food lovers, take your foodie special someone on a gastronomic adventure. Eat your way through local delicacies on the streets of Chinatown as you take your partner to try the Big Binondo Food Wok.
For only P1600, you will be treated to try the specialties of different local restaurants and stores already for three and a half hours. Not only will your stomachs be full but your minds will also be nourished with information as the tour guide takes you around the famous landmarks of the world’s oldest Chinatown.
Big Binondo Food Wok
Address: Chinatown, Binondo, Manila
3. Get fascinated with science at The Mind Museum
Marvel at the wonders of nature and technology when you and your partner visit The Mind Museum that was described to be the first-world class science museum in the country.
Expect many interactive exhibits and informative galleries to see in this 5000-square meter space of learning and fun.
The Mind Museum
Address: JY Campos Park, 3rd Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
Contact information: inquiry@themindmuseum.org
Social: Facebook
4. Tap your inner artist at Sip and Gogh
Tap your inner Van Gogh with this date idea in Manila when you and your partner schedule a painting session at the Sip and Gogh.
Source: Sip and Gogh Facebook Page
A session typically comes with food and drinks, plus the art materials for your painting activity. As a souvenir, you may also bring home your artwork after.
Aside from the main atelier, the studio has many branches. They have one in Ayala Heights, Eastwood, Kapitolyo, Alabang, Century Mall, The Podium, and Congressional Avenue.
Sip and Gogh
Address: Sip and Gogh Main Branch at 2/F 429 Sumulong Highway, Brgy. San Isidro, Cainta Rizal, Philippines
Contact information: info@sipandgogh.com
Social: Facebook
5. Be fascinated with marine life at the Manila Ocean Park
Go on a fun afternoon at the first world-class marine theme park of the country – the Manila Ocean Park!
There are different exciting attractions and shows at the oceanarium. Good thing, Klook offers an exclusive attraction pass at discounted rates.
Manila Ocean Park
Address: Manila Ocean Park Luneta Manila Philippines 1000
Contact information: (+632) 8567-7777
Social: Facebook
6. Bike through historical sites with the Bambike Intramuros Tour
Onboard a bambike or a bike made with bamboo, take your date on a fun and informative field trip around the important sites of Intramuros, Manila.
Bambike Intramuros Tour
Address: Bambike HQ, Plaza San Luis Complex. Real St .cor, M General Luna St, Intramuros, Manila, 1002 Metro Manila
Contact information: 0977 781 5322
Social: Instagram
7. Shop together at the Taytay Tiangge
Taytay Tiangge is famous for its uber-affordable fashion items! Did you know that a lot of retailers also get their supplies from here? So if your date likes local finds, take him or her on a shopping spree here where there are different stalls filled with clothes, footwear and accessories.
Source: Taytay Rizal Tiangge Inc. Facebook
Taytay Tiangge
Address: Muzon, Taytay, Rizal
8. Take lots of couple pics at the Lakbay Museo
Lakbay Museo is a modern art museum featuring the best of the Philippines! Rediscover the country while you stroll along this fun and vibrant museum. There are also photowall installations where you and your date could take a couple pics for the ‘gram!
Lakbay Museo
Address: Level 1, S Maison, Marina Way, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City
Contact information: (+63) 917-629-6493
Social: Facebook
IMPORTANT NOTE: Be a responsible traveler! All information on this post are accurate from the time of writing. Rules, regulations and guidelines are updated frequently and may change without Klook’s prior notice. For your safety, check with the respective LGU’s and establishments directly before your travels.
