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Which tourist sites in Intramuros are open? Miss Manila shows you around

The gates of Intramuros are finally open again to tourists who wish to explore Manila's rich history.

So what can we expect inside the Walled City in the "new normal"?

"Unang Hirit" gave viewers a full virtual tour with the help of none other than Miss Manila Alexandra Abdon.

Fort Santiago, the great fortress used by the Spanish as a prison and artillery, and Baluarte de San Diego, where beautiful ruins of a circular watch tower used to defend Manila from enemies can be viewed, are now open to tourists.

The famous Casa Manila and White Cross marker that commemorates the hundreds who died in World War II are taking in visitors, as well.

Alexandra also showed viewers two fun ways you can explore the Walled City: Guests can rent a kalesa for P1,000, or rent a bicycle for as low as P200 (2-3 hours).

As for food, tourists can visit Patio de Conchita, a historically famous yet affordable eatery located inside a 40-year old Spanish ancestral home.

According to the report on March 3, Baluarte de San Diego is only open on weekends (Saturday and Sunday) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Entrance fee: P75.

Patio de Conchita, on the other hand, is located on Beaterio Street, Intramuros, Manila. For more inquiries, you may contact 09772880904.

More and more tourist sites are opening in the City of Manila as vaccination programs roll out. On Tuesday, the National Museum of the Philippines reopened with new safety protocols. — Margaret Claire Layug/LA, GMA News