How much does a trip to Manila cost
A week in Manila runs roughly $269–$1256 per person, excluding flights.
Accommodation
Hostel / GuesthouseBudget
3-4★ HotelMid
5★ Luxury SuiteComfort
Indicative price — see live rates via the link.
Tours & Activities
Popular tickets, guided tours, and experiences to book online.
Intramuros & Fort Santiago Historical Walking Tour
Explore the walled city: Fort Santiago, Rizal Shrine, Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church and a traditional kalesa ride
Manila Ocean Park Ticket
The Philippines' premier marine theme park with aquarium tunnels, sea life exhibits and shows — 1M+ tickets booked
Binondo Chinatown Food Tour
Taste Filipino street food in the world's oldest Chinatown: Binondo Church, the Friendship Arch and authentic Chinese restaurants
National Museum of Fine Arts Visit
The Philippines' national gallery: masterpieces including Juan Luna's Spoliarium in a grand neoclassical building
Mobile internet (eSIM)
The easiest way to stay online in Manila is an eSIM — activated right on your phone, no local SIM needed.
Prices on the ground
Buy public transit tickets or use contactless cards before boarding in Manila. Use official taxi apps to avoid meter scams and verify flat airport rates. Dine away from main tourist sights for authentic local meals at fair prices.
Total budget range
| Backpacker | Mid-range | Comfort | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food | $140 | $315 | $630 |
| Transit | $28 | $28 | $28 |
| Stay | $98 | $266 | $595 |
| eSIM | $3 | $3 | $3 |
| Total per person | $269 | $612 | $1256 |
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What’s next
- Itinerary
- Trip budgets for nearby cities
FAQ
- How much money to bring to Manila for a week?
- A week in Manila costs roughly $269–$1256 per person, excluding flights.
- Is food and transit expensive in Manila?
- Food runs $20–$90 a day and city transit about $4. Buy public transit tickets or use contactless cards before boarding in Manila. Use official taxi apps to avoid meter scams and verify flat airport rates. Dine away from main tourist sights for authentic local meals at fair prices.