Poblacion
NCR · Makati
Poblacion in Makati is the Philippines' most vibrant bar and restaurant district -- a dense maze of craft cocktail bars, street food stalls, jazz venues and speakeasies. It gets busy from Thursday nights through Sunday. Everything is walkable within a few blocks. Budget-friendly Filipino street food lives alongside upscale Japanese and European restaurants. The place Makati locals actually spend their weekends.
Getting there
Direct flights and buses connect Metro Manila to everywhere in the Philippines.
Best time to visit
December to May — dry season; avoid June-November rainy season.
Things to do
Intramuros historical tour, Makati nightlife, shopping in BGC, museums and art galleries.
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