Fort Santiago in Intramuros Manila

Fort Santiago is a 16th-century citadel in Intramuros, Manila's walled city, built by the Spanish and later held in turn by British, Japanese, and American forces. A visit takes you through stone fortifications, a moat, and plazas that once defended the city and now sit quietly beside the Pasig River.

You enter past the old moat, where Spanish colonial stonework is visible in the walls and gateways. Inside, the Rizal Shrine Museum holds the writings, artwork, and personal items of Dr. Jose Rizal, the Philippine national hero who was imprisoned in the fort's dungeon; bronze footprints on the ground trace the route of his last walk from his cell toward his execution. Below the museum, you can step into the underground dungeons once used to hold prisoners. From there, the path opens onto Plaza Moriones, a landscaped garden and gathering space that once gave sentries a clear view of any approaching threat, before ending near the fortified walls overlooking the river.

Give yourself time to walk the ramparts and gardens at an easy pace before moving on to the rest of Intramuros. Rayna's local team handles your booking and voucher, so the visit itself stays simple.

• Relive the rich colonial history of the Philippines at the 16th-century Fort Santiago in Intramuros.
• See a fort once occupied in turn by Spanish, British, Japanese, and American forces, each using it as their headquarters.
• Visit the Rizal Shrine Museum, dedicated to Dr. Jose Rizal, who was imprisoned in the fort's dungeon before his execution in 1896.
• Walk through underground dungeons where prisoners were once held, part of fortifications preserved since the 16th century.
• Enjoy the fort's gardens and Plaza Moriones, with views over the Pasig River.

• Admission to Fort Santiago

• Personal expenses such as shopping and photography charges
• Meals and beverages unless specified as included
• Any optional add-ons not listed in inclusions

1. Complete your booking online.
2. You will receive a tour confirmation voucher by email shortly after booking; check your spam or junk folder if it does not arrive.
3. Download the voucher and present it, printed or on your phone, at Fort Santiago.

• This is your booking voucher; present it, printed or on your phone, at the venue.
• Bookings are subject to availability; time slots are confirmed within 24 hours of booking.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• This ticket is not valid for Philippine passport holders.
• No refunds, amendments, or cancellations are offered for unused, missed, or partially used bookings.
• Outside food and beverages may not be allowed inside the fort, as per venue rules.
• Entry may be denied for non-compliance with venue rules, safety guidelines, or dress code.
• The operator and suppliers are not responsible for loss, injury, damage, or delay during the visit.