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Carlos Celdran takes visitors on a leisurely stroll around a selection of Intramuros' structures with an irreverent yet informative analysis of Philippine architecture, culture, and society from Pre-Hispanic Manila until the present.more

Suggested duration: More than 3 hours

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Santa Clara St | Fort Santiago, Intramuros, Manila, Luzon 1008, Philippines

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David M

101

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Tour, Theatre and History

Truly unique way to learn about Manila’s history. Hundreds of years of history explained in a combination of lecture, walking tour and stand-up comedy. Passionate and brutally honest in parts but always entertaining. If you only do one tourist thing in Manila, do this.

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Jaime B

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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Must see if you are in Manila

The tour with Carlos is one of the best things I have ever done. Carlos explains the history and identity of Manila and the Filipinos in a way that is highly engaging and doesn’t hide anything from the highs to the lows. Thank you Carlos....More

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Markus U

Mödling, Austria

11182

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Entertaining 1-man-show takes you through Manila's history

Carlos is his own one-man show taking visitors on a tour through Manila's short but rough history. Partially by audiovisual means, partially singing and dancing his way through the locations, always with a very good sense of humour and self-irony, explaining why Philippines is what...More

Thank Markus U

Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed the tour as much as I did. :) Cheers and hope to see you in Manila again.

RobertW4635

San Diego, California

61

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Nicest area of Manila

A very nice day of touring thru the Old Spanish Quarter. I am an American living in Manila. There is not a great deal of tourist sights in Manila. When I have visitors, it is here on the awesome tour with Carlos, or a day-trip...More

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IgorotaTraveler

London, United Kingdom

5866

Reviewed 13 September 2018

Hats off to Carlos Celdran! Captivating! Must Do When In Manila!

Hats off to Carlos Celdran! His ‘Walk This Way’ performance art in the guise of a walking tour of the ancient walled city of Intramuros is brilliant, captivating and very well put together! Learned and unlearned a lot about Philippine history with Celdran’s clever narration...More

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GBaller

Singapore, Singapore

8310

Reviewed 8 September 2018

Must do tour for Manila - entertaining and educational!

Take this tour to understand and appreciate Manila. Learn the history to know the present. Carlos Celdran's tour de force takes one through different eras that have shaped Manila's, the Philippines, and Filipinos history, present and perhaps future. Whether you have Filipino roots (such as...More

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Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed the tour as much as I did! Carlos

TravelllingPUMPKIN

Manila, Philippines

5511

Reviewed 2 September 2018 via mobile

It’s worth it!

It’s worth it! You wannna know more about Manila in its deep beautiful history? Take this tour! It’s worth the time & money. Never a dull moment.

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Allysson Camill... V

1122

Reviewed 27 August 2018

A Real Eye-Opener!

Extremely entertaining, informative, and at times, heartbreaking. I'm not a big fan of history but this tour was so interesting that I'm actually thinking of joining again. Carlos Celdran was amazing! Highly highly recommend this tour!

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Paul P

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

215

Reviewed 22 June 2018 via mobile

Great tour

very entertaining and informative tour indeed. I like it as its not just a typical tourist thingy but also educational tour about the history of the country and people which was conducted in a humorous and dramatic manner. its almost like a show and it...More

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Vikster_17

Melbourne, Australia

6538

Reviewed 28 May 2018 via mobile

Educational, entertaining and heartfelt all in one package

This was a great tour. I can't recommend it enough. There is not much walking, we learned about the history of Manila including the Spanish colonisation, the revolution, the American period, the devastating second world war and why the city is the way it is...More

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Verdier J

how much it will cost ? and pick at the hotel mercure ortigas ?what time ?how is the sun and the temperature when we make the tour in 1 week of june ? thanks in advance to answer

31 May 2017|

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I would ask the hotel to book you a car and driver as Ortigas is far from where the tour takes place. Expect heavy traffic - I would allow 2 hours. It is always hot in Manila so bring water, wear light clothing. Cost is... More

moonriver22

Hello, I'm interested about feedback from senior citizens, and if you could share this please. I'm thinking of tagging along my folks. They're healthy for their age; but, I'd still like to know how really feasible this is. Am planning to have the tour around Aug/Sept. Thank you very much!

26 March 2017|

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It's very feasible for seniors. No large staircases and there are wheelchairs available should they need it. At that time of year, I hold my tours later in the afternoon so it isn't so hot. No worries at all.