See Art Deco architecture at Escolta Street
Manila, Philippines • INR 2200 approx.• 
Popular
PopularManila, Philippines
• INR 2200Popular
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
22°C – 30°C, cooler and relatively dry, with occasional light rain, medium crowds, peak season
22°C – 30°C, cooler and relatively dry, with occasional light rain, medium crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Street is mostly flat, but historic buildings have stairs, elevators.
Street is mostly flat, but historic buildings have stairs, elevators.
Value for money
Medium
Exploring is free, but some attractions charge fees.
Exploring is free, but some attractions charge fees.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Stroll
Couples loved the historical buildings and the romantic atmosphere while strolling Escolta Street.
Hidden Gem
Visitors felt Escolta Street offered a unique and off-beat experience for couples seeking culture.
Photo Ops
Couples found Escolta to be a great location for photos, with unique architecture and cafes.
Building Decay
Some couples noted the lack of maintenance on some buildings detracted from the experience.
Weekend Crowds
Travelers found weekends to be crowded, which detracted from a relaxed couples' experience.
Limited Options
Couples felt that the limited number of open shops and cafes was disappointing on some days.
Hours of operation
Monday
06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Tuesday
06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Wednesday
06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Thursday
06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Friday
06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Saturday
06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Sunday
06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
April
MEDIUM
24-33°C
Hot and humid, with increasing chance of short afternoon showers. Still mostly dry.
Hot and humid, with increasing chance of short afternoon showers. Still mostly dry.
Open
Venues open, but some may close or adjust hours during Holy Week (usually first half of April).
Venues open, but some may close or adjust hours during Holy Week (usually first half of April).
Recommended
April offers mostly dry and hot weather for exploring Escolta’s Art Deco architecture. Availability is high except during Holy Week, when some venues may have limited hours.
April offers mostly dry and hot weather for exploring Escolta’s Art Deco architecture. Availability is high except during Holy Week, when some venues may have limited hours.
May
MEDIUM
26-34°C
Hot and humid, with frequent afternoon showers and thunderstorms as the rainy season begins.
Hot and humid, with frequent afternoon showers and thunderstorms as the rainy season begins.
Open
No major restrictions; Escolta Street and the First United Building are accessible to the public. Occasional events may affect opening hours.
No major restrictions; Escolta Street and the First United Building are accessible to the public. Occasional events may affect opening hours.
Not recommended
Escolta Street is accessible, but visitors should prepare for heat, humidity, and potentially heavy rainfall. Art Deco buildings and creative spaces are open, with possible pop-up events.
Escolta Street is accessible, but visitors should prepare for heat, humidity, and potentially heavy rainfall. Art Deco buildings and creative spaces are open, with possible pop-up events.
June
LOW
25-32°C
Rainy season in full swing, with frequent and sometimes heavy showers, high humidity, and occasional flooding.
Rainy season in full swing, with frequent and sometimes heavy showers, high humidity, and occasional flooding.
Open
Open to the public, but heavy rain or flooding can affect accessibility and transport.
Open to the public, but heavy rain or flooding can affect accessibility and transport.
Not recommended
June is not ideal for walking tours due to rain. Indoor attractions like the First United Building Community Museum remain open.
June is not ideal for walking tours due to rain. Indoor attractions like the First United Building Community Museum remain open.
July
LOW
25-31°C
Peak of the rainy season brings frequent downpours, occasional storms, and a risk of urban flooding.
Peak of the rainy season brings frequent downpours, occasional storms, and a risk of urban flooding.
Open
Open, but accessibility may be affected by weather-related transport disruptions or temporary closures.
Open, but accessibility may be affected by weather-related transport disruptions or temporary closures.
Not recommended
Outdoor exploration is often hampered by rain. Art Deco sites are open but may have reduced activities or events.
Outdoor exploration is often hampered by rain. Art Deco sites are open but may have reduced activities or events.
How to get there
Metro
Recommended
Bus
Car
Taxi
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
