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Peaceful, secluded, and uncrowded places make up an introvert’s dream! In today’s fast-paced society, introverts yearn for solitude that will allow them to eat, drink, and unwind in peace. If you are also an introverted individual, you might be looking for some places and activities to spend some quality alone time in the metro. If that’s the case, then you’re on the right page.
Time to pin this list for future reference on introvert-friendly spots within Metro Manila.
Drink and eat in your own nook at Café I’m Here
Drink your favorite latte and slurp on a hot bowl of spicy ramen inside your own nook at Café I’m Here. You can get your own private space as the cafe has separate tents inside. Likewise, you can also sit on pads and choose your own study table. They also offer a comprehensive menu, which features different beverages like hot and cold tea, milk tea, coffee, frappes, and even keto drinks. Aside from ramen, they serve pizzas, pastas, steaks, salads, rice meals, and Korean dishes.
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Source: Café I’m Here Facebook
Café I’m Here
Address: 3rd flr, CTTM Bldg, Timog Ave cor Tomas Morato 1103 Quezon City, Philippines
Contact information: 0936-312-0405
Book a private yoga session at Yoga Manila
Calm the mind and soul when you practice yoga at the Yoga Manila. Book a private session with an instructor, and disconnect from a stressful world as you meditate and strengthen the body. Yoga is said to improve one’s physical and mental wellbeing so this is a good opportunity to relieve anxieties and tensions. After a session, your introverted self will surely thank you!
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Yoga Manila
Address: Chi Spa at EDSA Shangri-La, 4 & 5 Floor, Garden Wing, 1 Garden Way, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong, 1650 Metro Manila
Contact information: +63 917 522 9642
Go on a solo art walk at the Eskinita Art Gallery
Admire an alleyway of masterpieces made by art gallery founder and painter Alfredo Esquillo at the Eskinita Art Gallery. Not only that, exhibits and collections from other Filipino artists are on display as well. If you are an artist too, you may want to consider applying to undergo mentorship by Esquillo and gallery curator Renato Habulan via their Tuklas program.
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Eskinita Art Gallery
Address: 59C Paseo de RoxasUrdaneta, Makati 1225
Contact information: +63 9682685837
Read in peace and quiet at the Filipinas Heritage Library
Revisit Philippine history at the Filipinas Heritage Library, which is heaven for introverted book lovers who have a knack for learning. Go through old photographs and rare collections of reading materials from Filipino artists and authors. In a quiet corner, listen to vinyl records from the 1920s to 1980s with the Himig Collection.
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Source: Filipinas Heriatge Library Facebook
Filipinas Heritage Library
Address: 6F Ayala MuseumMakati Avenue cor. De la Rosa St.Makati City, Philippines
Contact information: asklibrarian@filipinaslibrary.org.ph
Go on a self-love date and learn pottery at Wabi Sabi
With a maximum of only five people per studio session, engaging in the pottery workshop of Wabi Sabi is a must-try for any introverted individual. Enroll in a crash course of pottery making where you could peacefully unleash your creative juices. So get your hands ready to mold mugs, plates, and other ceramic items, and design them to your heart’s content.
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Wabi Sabi
Address: 187 N Averilla, San Juan, 1500 Metro Manila
Contact information: 0917 635 5720
Treat yourself to flavorful Filipino dishes at the hidden restaurant Gubat
Tucked within the gardens of Diliman Bonsai Society in the UP Campus lies a hidden restaurant called Gubat. Eat delicious Filipino favorites in a quiet corner in this restaurant that accepts both walk-in diners and private dining reservations. Relish an order of Halabos na Hipon with Adobo Rice, Itlog na Maalat and salad. Dinakdakan sounds good as well! Your introverted self will love this for sure!
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Source: Gubat Facebook
Gubat
Address: 104 C. P. Garcia Avenue, U.P. Campus, University of the Philippines, 1101 Quezon City, Metro Manila
Contact information: 0966 627 1522
Avoid long theater queues and discover indie films at the Cinema Centenario
Introverted movie lovers will appreciate this: Avoid crowded mainstream cinema theaters and discover independent films being shown by Cinema Centenario. Movie screening schedules could be checked through their online platforms. Aside from indie movies, they also show classic ones like Nora Aunor’s Himala and Vilma Santos’ Dekada ’70.
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Cinema Centenario
Address: 95 Maginhawa St., Teachers Village West, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines 1101
Contact information: (+63) (02) 7745 0165
Be one with nature at the Afri Café by Miranda’s Garden
What is an introvert’s life like? It’s being able to happily go on solo dates with yourself. Enjoy a chill meal and an unlimited cup of Barako coffee at the open garden restaurant Afri Café by Miranda’s Garden. Bask in comfort food goodness and order Filipino street food at this hole-in-a-wall laidback find in Alabang.
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Afri Café by Miranda’s Garden
Address: 1522 Sta. Teresita, Villa Donata, Alabang, Muntinlupa City
Contact information: 0977 495 1705
