Manila Quiapo

Quiapo can be a daunting place to visit. But with proper guidance through its dizzying streets, there's a lot to like in this Old Town of Manila. There's wonderful chaos and hidden gems to find. You just have to know where to look. This route brings you back in time, to the turn of the century, when Hidalgo Street was called Calle San Sebastian, known as the most beautiful street in all of Manila and Quiapo was a cosmopolitan neighbourhood with grand homes and even grander churches for the business elite and high society intellectuals. The characteristic wooden houses and old-school favourite shops and cafes are a reminder of its rich heritage; a testimony to the many different cultures that have made Quiapo their home over the years.
  • 3 hours
  • 12,000 steps (5 km)
  • Story Walk
  • 36 things to see and do

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last updated on June 2023

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San Sebastian Basilica Conservation and Development Foundation

Inc. is a SEC-registered non-profit, composed of professionals and members of the Order of Augustinian Recollects (building owners), managing the scientific and sustainable 10-year restoration project of San Sebastian Basilica, Manila. The restoration is headed by a full-time local team that is aided by a wide network of consultants in the fields of historic preservation, architecture, engineering, fine arts, and community development.

www.facebook.com/savessbasilica
Kapitbahayan sa Kalye Bautista (KKB)

Kapitbahayan sa Kalye Bautista (KKB) is a volunteer organization based in Quiapo, Manila that advocates sustainable cultural heritage conservation through restoration programs and socio-cultural development of the community. KKB organizes activities such as documentation and research on Quiapo's heritage houses, and conduct tours called Lakbay Lakaran to raise awareness on the cultural heritage of Quiapo.

www.facebook.com/KapitbahayansaKalyeBautista
Patty Ferriol

Patty Ferriol is a designer and illustrator from Metro Manila who loves working with things that interest her such as culture, travel, music, and art.

www.behance.net/pattyf/appreciated

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This walk is

last updated on June 2023

Created by

Designed by

About

San Sebastian Basilica Conservation and Development Foundation

Inc. is a SEC-registered non-profit, composed of professionals and members of the Order of Augustinian Recollects (building owners), managing the scientific and sustainable 10-year restoration project of San Sebastian Basilica, Manila. The restoration is headed by a full-time local team that is aided by a wide network of consultants in the fields of historic preservation, architecture, engineering, fine arts, and community development.

www.facebook.com/savessbasilica
Kapitbahayan sa Kalye Bautista (KKB)

Kapitbahayan sa Kalye Bautista (KKB) is a volunteer organization based in Quiapo, Manila that advocates sustainable cultural heritage conservation through restoration programs and socio-cultural development of the community. KKB organizes activities such as documentation and research on Quiapo's heritage houses, and conduct tours called Lakbay Lakaran to raise awareness on the cultural heritage of Quiapo.

www.facebook.com/KapitbahayansaKalyeBautista
Patty Ferriol

Patty Ferriol is a designer and illustrator from Metro Manila who loves working with things that interest her such as culture, travel, music, and art.

www.behance.net/pattyf/appreciated

Download Map

Like an old-fashioned paper map? We've got you covered! Download and print this illustrated map. So you can get lost without getting lost.

Download Map