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Most travelers complain about Manila. Unless they\u2019re catching a flight or have just landed from overseas, it\u2019s uncommon to see backpackers spend much time here. Yes, the traffic is a constant headache and it\u2019s hard to get around, but scheduling in a long weekend in Manila is totally worth it if you have time to explore Makati City. The Makati neighborhood is the financial center of Manila and is home to many more upscale businesses, residences and attractions than the rest of the city. While some areas of Makati are super fancy, another area is considered one of Manila\u2019s red-light districts. The diversity and vibrant action throughout the neighborhood is what drew us and kept us entertained. We’ve gotten to know Makati City pretty well, so Expedia.com<\/span> asked us to share our knowledge. Here are our top picks for what to do while in Makati City.<\/p>\n

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Greenbelt Shopping Center<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Even if you\u2019re not big on shopping, the Greenbelt Shopping Center in Makati City is a must-see. It\u2019s without a doubt one of the most extravagant malls we\u2019ve ever seen (think Beverly Hills plopped in the middle of Manila). Luxury stores line the walkways. We\u2019re talking Gucci, Burberry and Coach; not much within the budget of a backpacker, or anyone short of a millionaire really. But the landscaping throughout the shopping center is beautiful with green patches, koi ponds and lawn areas to sprawl out on a summer day. There is also an impressive amount of restaurants and lots of coffee shops with free Wi-Fi, perfect for a day of catching up on blogging!<\/p>\n

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See<\/em><\/h2>\n

Nightlife<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Sure, you can go to Manila and experience the culture through museum visits. But the real reason to stay in Makati is to the experience the city\u2019s thriving red light district. The neighborhood\u2019s streets turn into pulsing epicenters of nightlife as soon as the sun goes down. From midget boxing to \u201clady bars,\u201d Makati City is anything but tame. If you\u2019re not into a wild night on the town, we enjoyed simply walking the main strip and taking in the craziness as spectator.<\/p>\n

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Sunday Market<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Legazpi Sunday Market was one of our favorite places to eat in Manila. Each week part of Legazpi Park is transformed into a pleasant farmer\u2019s market. Some of the city\u2019s best restaurants set up stands and sell incredible food. There are lots of options, so we recommend to pace yourself and try a bit from a bunch of stalls. We loved the dumplings, mee goreng and churros for dessert! They also have organic vegetables and delicious fresh ginger ale for sale. Live music gives the event a lively, communal atmosphere.<\/p>\n

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Drink<\/em><\/h2>\n

Speakeasies<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a fun night out but aren\u2019t interested in the seedy activities of the street bars, check out Makati City\u2019s speakeasies. These \u201cunderground\u201d bars have been popping up all over Manila, especially in the Makati area. We highly recommend The Curator, coffee shop during the day and classy cocktail bar by night. The bartenders here at the best in the biz and will whip you up a specialty cocktail depending on your particular taste. I had the best espresso martini of my life here. Don\u2019t miss it. Other fun speakeasies in the area include Exit and The Blind Pig.<\/p>\n

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Stay<\/em><\/h2>\n

Z Hostel<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Makati is popular with travelers so there\u2019s no shortage of hostels and hotels. Unfortunately for backpackers, Makati is on the pricier side with private rooms often costing $30+. Skip the annoying walk around the neighborhood trying to find a bargain and just head directly to Z Hostel. Owner Ben de Vera has created a haven within the chaotic streets of Manila. Z Hostel is an upscale boutique hostel that mixes the luxury of a hotel with the social atmosphere of a hostel. They host weekly parties and events that we recommend you check out even if you don\u2019t stay there. You can read our full Z Hostel review here.<\/a><\/span>
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See more photos of the vibrant Makati City\u00a0<\/span>in the Expedia Viewfinder Image Library!\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":5755,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[618],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nMakati City Guide - Don't Forget To Move<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Spending time in Manila may not be your first choice while traveling the Philippines, but if you're headed to the capital, check out this Makati City Guide.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/dontforgettomove.com\/makati-city-guide\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Makati City Guide - 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