Looking for something to do?
Why not brush up on your rich cultural heritage? Visit any of these 50 museums to satisfy intellectual craving of understanding the true Pinoy.
I’ve compiled a list of 50 must-visit museums in Metro Manila that will blow your mind and teach you something new. These places aren’t just fun; they also offer great educational value.
If you’re looking for a place to spend your free time, these museums are perfect because they won’t cost you anything. They’re usually open every day but you will have to check their schedules individually by either checking on their website or the social media page listed below.
50 Museums to Visit in Metro Manila
National Museum of Natural History | https://www.nationalmuseum.gov.ph/ | Sabah Malaysia, Teodoro F. Valencia Cir, Ermita, Manila, 1000 Metro Manila | |
National Museum of Anthropology | http://www.nationalmuseum.gov.ph/ | P. Burgos Drive Rizal Park, Metro Manila | |
National Museum of Fine Arts | http://www.nationalmuseum.gov.ph/ | Padre Burgos Ave, Ermita, Manila, 1000 Metro Manila | |
Museo ng Sining, GSIS | http://www.gsis.gov.ph/special-programs/culture-and-arts/gsis-museo-ng-sining/ | Metro Manila, Financial Center, GSIS Building, Roxas Blvd, Pasay, Metro Manila | |
Ayala Museum | http://www.ayalamuseum.org/ | Greenbelt Park, Makati Avenue, corner Dela Rosa Street, Ayala Center, Makati, Metro Manila | |
Yexel’s Toy Museum | http://facebook.com/yexelstoymuseum | 52 Sampaguita Rd, Las Piñas, 1740 Metro Manila | |
The Mind Museum | http://www.themindmuseum.org/ | JY Campos Park, 3rd Ave, Taguig, 1634 | |
Museo Pambata | https://www.facebook.com/museopambata/ | Roxas Boulevard, cor South Drive, Manila | |
Upside Down Museum | http://www.upsidedown.com.ph/ | Boom Na Boom Grounds CCP Complex, Roxas Blvd, Pasay, 1300 Metro Manila | |
Yuchengco Museum | https://yuchengcomuseum.org/ | RCBC Plaza, Corner Ayala Avenue and Senator Gil J. Puyat Avenue, Makati, 1200 Metro Manila | |
UST Museum | https://ustmuseum.ust.edu.ph/ | 3f Museum Directors Office, España Blvd, Sampaloc, Manila, 1015 Metro Manila | |
Lakbay Museo | http://www.lakbaymuseo.ph/ | Level 1, S’Maison, Seaside Blvd, Coral Way, Pasay, Metro Manila | |
Museum of Contemporary Art and Design | http://www.mcadmanila.org.ph/ | Ground Floor, De La Salle-College of St Benilde, School of Design and Arts, Dominga Street, Malate, Maynila, 1004 Kalakhang Maynila | |
Chinatown Museum | https://www.facebook.com/ChinatownMuseum/ | 4th floor, A along Lucky Chinatown Mall, Reina Regente St, Binondo, Manila | |
Vargas Museum | https://vargasmuseum.org/ | Roxas Ave, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila | |
The Dessert Museum | http://www.thedessertmuseum.com/ | Seaside Boulevard, Coral Way, Pasay, 1300 | |
Jose Rizal Museum | http://nhcp.gov.ph/ | HXV9+RW6, Sta. Clara St, Intramuros, Manila, 1002 Metro Manila | |
QCX: Quezon City Experience | https://www.facebook.com/QuezonCityeXperience | M322+JHJ, Quezon Memorial Circle, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila | |
Museo de Intramuros | http://intramuros.gov.ph/ | HXQF+X9G, Corner Arzobispo, Anda St, Intramuros, Manila, 1002 | |
Fundacion Sanso | https://www.facebook.com/FUNDACIONSANS0/ | 32 V. Cruz, San Juan, 1500 Metro Manila | |
Blessed Jose Maria de Manila Museum | http://www.facebook.com/LourdesSchoolManda | Barangay, Saint Francis Street, corner Shaw Blvd, East, Mandaluyong, 1552 Metro Manila | |
Museo Marino | http://museomarino.webs.com/ | 1004, 814 Julio Nakpil, Malate, Manila, 1004 Metro Manila | |
PNP Museum | http://pnp.gov.ph/portal/index.php/component/content/article/107-copwalk2/1325-entry-form | J353+XQH, Quezon City, Metro Manila | |
Museo ni Manuel Quezon | http://nhcp.gov.ph/ | M22X+88P, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila | |
Ateneo Art Gallery | https://ateneoartgallery.com/ | Ateneo de Manila University Arts WIng, Katipunan Ave, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila | |
Artiste Museum | http://www.artiste.com.ph/ | 406 Mc Gregor St, Matandang Balara, Quezon City, 1110 Metro Manila | |
THE FREEDOM MEMORIAL MUSEUM | http://thefreedommemorial.org/ | J3X6+WQP, Emilio Jacinto St, Diliman, Quezon City, 1101 Metro Manila | |
Destileria Limtuaco Museum | https://destileria-limtuaco-museum.business.site/ | 481 San Juan de Letran, Intramuros, Manila, 1002 Metro Manila | |
Palacio de Memoria | http://palaciodememoria.com/ | 95 Roxas Blvd, Tambo, Parañaque, Metro Manila | |
Iglesia Ni Cristo Museum | https://m.facebook.com/incmuseum/ | 25 Central Ave, Quezon City, 1128 Metro Manila | |
Iglesia Ni Cristo Museum | http://iglesianicristo.net/ | M27X+4JR, 170, Lungsod Quezon, Metro Manila | |
kaisa Anglo King Heritage Center | http://kaisa.org.ph/ | 32 Cabildo St, Intramuros, Manila, 1002 Metro Manila | |
Metropolitan Museum of Manila | http://www.metmuseum.ph/ | HX6P+WJ6, BSP Complex, Roxas Blvd, Malate, Manila, Metro Manila | |
Museo ni Jose Rizal – Fort Santiago | http://nhcp.gov.ph/museums/rizal-shrine-fort-santiago/ | HXV9+RV3, Intramuros, Manila, 1002 Metro Manila | |
Sining Kamalig | http://worldexperience.ph/ | Ali Mall, General Romulo Ave, Cubao, Quezon City, 1109 Metro Manila | |
Postal Museum | https://www.phlpost.gov.ph/whats-happening.php?id=868 | Philippine Post, Liwasang Bonifacio, Magallanes Dr, Ermita, Manila, 1000 Metro Manila | |
Music Museum | http://www.musicmuseum.com.ph/music-museum-teatrino-concerts/ | J332+48J, Service Rd, San Juan, Metro Manila | |
Museum Foundation of the Philippines, Inc. | http://www.museumfoundationph.org/ | G/F Museum of the Filipino People, Finance Road 1004, 1000 | |
Adamson Museum | http://www.adamson.edu.ph/ | Adamson University Gym, GF SV bldg,, Ermita, Manila, Metro Manila | |
Armed Forces of the Philippines Museum | http://www.facebook.com/AFP-Museum-191933287536900/ | J366+9QM General Arturo Building, Capinpin Ave, Lungsod Quezon, Kalakhang Maynila | |
Adamson Museum | http://www.adamson.edu.ph/ | Adamson University Gym, GF SV bldg,, Ermita, Manila, Metro Manila | |
The Philippine Army Museum | https://the-philippine-army-museum.business.site/ | Headquarters Philippine Army, MGen Adalem St, Taguig, 1630 Metro Manila | |
Pintô Art Museum | http://www.pintoart.org/museum | 1 Sierra Madre St, Grand Heights Subdivision, Antipolo, 1870 Rizal | |
Senator Art Gallery | https://philippines123.com/Metro-Manila/Places/Senator-Art-Gallery-107445 | 1372 E Rodriguez Sr. Ave, Quezon City, Metro Manila | |
Music Museum | http://www.musicmuseum.com.ph/music-museum-teatrino-concerts/ | J332+48J, Service Rd, San Juan, Metro Manila | |
Philippine Sports Museum | http://www.psc.gov.ph/ | HX6R+VQG, M. Adriatico St, Malate, Manila, 1004 Metro Manila | |
HIRAYA GALLERY | http://hiraya.com/ | 530 United Nations Ave, Ermita, Manila, 1000 Metro Manila | |
Fort Santiago | https://visitfortsantiago.com/ | HXVC+M5V, Intramuros, Manila, 1002 Metro Manila | |
Museum | http://museumglp.org/ | 1000 San Marcelino St, Ermita, Manila, 1000 Metro Manila | |
NIGS Museum | http://nigs.upd.edu.ph/index.php/about/museum/ | J3X9+8VF, P. Velasquez Street, Diliman, Quezon City, 1120 Metro Manila |
4 Tips prepare on before your trip to the museum!
Museums are places where history is preserved. They are museums of culture, science, arts, and technology. Museums are also places where one can learn about ancient civilizations, historical events, and scientific discoveries.
There are many types of museums. Some are small, others are huge. There are also museums that specialize in certain topics such as dinosaurs, space exploration, and architecture.
In this article, we’ll share five tips to do in a Museum. We hope these tips will inspire you to visit a museum.
#1. Visit a Museum During Off Season
Many museums offer discounts during off season. If you don’t live near a major city, you may find yourself visiting a museum during off season.
During off season, most museums offer reduced admission rates. This means you can save money on tickets and still enjoy the exhibits.
Off season is usually between November and March. Many museums offer special exhibitions during this time.
#2. Take Advantage of Free Admission Days
Some museums offer free admission days. On these days, you can enter without paying any fees.
These days vary from museum to museum. Check the website of each museum to find out whether they offer free admission days.
#3. Get Discounted Tickets
Discounted tickets are available at many museums. These tickets give you access to special exhibitions.
Most museums offer discount tickets online. You can purchase these tickets using credit cards.
#4. Bring Cash
Bringing cash is an option if you plan to spend a significant amount of time inside a museum.
Cash is accepted everywhere except restrooms. However, you should note that some museums charge additional fees for using cash.
When you go to a museum, you can buy souvenirs and gifts. You can also buy food items and drinks. Make sure you have enough cash to cover your expenses.
In conclusion, if you haven’t been to any museums lately, now would be a good time to go. There are tons of cool places to explore around the city, and many of them have free admission. Whether you like history, art, science, architecture, design, or anything else, there’s bound to be something here that will inspire you. And if you’re looking for a place to unwind after a long week, there are also lots of fun activities to enjoy during your trip. Happy exploring!