Whether you’re a true blue Manileño, someone who just moved here, or are just visiting, you’ve probably already noticed that there is never a lack of things to do in Manila. This is Coconuts Manila’s guide to everything you need to check out over the weekend. Peruse it, take note of everything that interests you, and don’t forget to let us know all about it.
Visit churches in Intramuros
Date: March 29, Thursday
Venue: Intramuros, Manila
Most of us will get Thursday and Friday off this week and if you’re staying in Manila, here’s a twist to your usual Visita Iglesia (Seven Churches Visitation).
In an effort to promote “faith tourism” in the country, the Department of Tourism opened Manila’s historic walled city Intramuros for Visita Iglesia, which has not been available since World War II.
For those not in the know, Visita Iglesia is a Philippine tradition done on Maundy Thursday. People visit seven churches and pray to the Blessed Sacrament, often making a special wish.
Churches and chapels in Intramuros that will be open are:
Manila Cathedral
San Agustin Church
San Ignacio Church
Guadalupe Shrine in Fort Santiago
Knights of Columbus Fr. Willman Chapel
Lyceum of the Philippines University Chapel
Mapua University Chapel
Staycation in Manila
Date: March 29 – April 1 (Thursday – Sunday)
Venue: Nobu Hotel, City of Dreams Manila, Asean Ave. cor Roxas Boulevard, Entertainment City, Parañaque City
Since most people are going to be out of town this week, there’s really no better time to be in Manila if you hate traffic. So if you’ve got nowhere else to be, why not chill in the city instead?
You can make it fun for the entire family when you stay at Nobu Hotel and avail of their staycation package. Each package comes with two nights’ accommodation and complimentary breakfast for two. Kids will enjoy as well since the package comes with four passes to their DreamPlay park.
If you’re a foodie and love Japanese food, you can also meet Chef Nobu Matsuhisa himself during a meet and greet session on Saturday.
Don’t want to miss Lenten services? The hotel also offers free shuttle services until Black Saturday to the nearby Shrine of Jesus church.
For more information on the staycation package, visit the Nobu Hotel website.
Celebrate Easter with the kids
Date: April 1, Sunday
Venue: Narra Ballroom, I’M Hotel, Makati Ave. cor Kalayaan Ave., Makati City
Instead of the usual egg hunt, you and the kids can enjoy arcade games and “larger than life” board games when you go to I’M Hotel’s Easter Arcade Escapade.
Yes. Arcade games, with machinese and everything.
The event will also have a buffet and candy giveaways for everyone to enjoy.
For more information, visit the Easter Arcade Escapade Facebook event page.
Bonus:
Katy Perry Witness: The Tour
Date: Apr 2, Monday
Venue: SM Mall of Asia Arena, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City
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