Santa Cruz
Manila
Visit Santa Cruz
Popular places to visit
Lucky Chinatown Mall
During your trip to Manila, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Lucky Chinatown Mall. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Manila Chinese Cemetery
You can learn about the history of Manila with a stop at Manila Chinese Cemetery. Discover the great live music and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
SM Mall of Asia
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit SM Mall of Asia, a popular shopping spot in Pasay. Visit the churches and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
SM North EDSA
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to SM North EDSA, a favourite shopping spot in Quezon City. Discover the great live music and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Venice Grand Canal Mall
During your visit to Taguig, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Venice Grand Canal Mall. Visit the churches and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Fort Bonifacio
Fort Bonifacio is just one of the places to see in Taguig, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Makati Nightlife: VIP Access to Clubs, Rooftops & Go-Go Bars
Tagaytay Ridge & Manila City Tour
Top hotels in Santa Cruz
Red Planet Manila Binondo
Clean room
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central
Friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful staff. Clean, well appointed rooms. Super convenient location for food and shopping.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay
Room was spotless. Bathroom could do with a sliding door as the current door obstructs the shower area.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Savoy Hotel Manila near Airport NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
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Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Grand Westside Manila Bay
It’s clean and smells great but the service is slow.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Belmont Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Excellent clean room friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz
Intramuros
Intramuros is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by San Agustin Church and Fort Santiago while in the area.
Ermita
National Museum of Fine Arts and Manila Metropolitan Theatre are top sights in Ermita, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at United Nations LRT Station or Central LRT Station to see more sights in the area.
Malate
Travellers choose Malate for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Quirino Avenue LRT Station or Vito Cruz LRT Station and check out top sights like Manila Zoo.
Makati Central Business District
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Makati Central Business District. Make a stop by Ayala Triangle Gardens or Greenbelt Shopping Mall while you're exploring the area.
Makati Downtown
Makati Downtown is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Power Plant Mall and Century City while in the area.
Bel-Air
If you're spending some time in Bel-Air, Ayala Triangle Gardens and Century City are top sights worth seeing.
