Partner up for an adventure in the city!
Don’t have Valentine’s Day date plans yet? Take this as your sign to do more action-filled and interesting activities to fire up your February 14. If you’re not sure where to start, we’re here to help. Here are 20 date ideas for adventurous couples in Metro Manila.
COVID-19 Reminders:
- Check with the city’s respective LGUs and establishments regarding updates on guidelines.
- Carry your Vaccination card at all times
- Maintain a safe distance and mask up
Get on the roadside coffee shop trend
Take a break from mainstream coffeehouses and search for the best brew in underrated places!
1. Papakape
Sip on ginger-infused beverages while in a glasshouse. Yup, that’s exactly what you can do at Papakape. This cafe, one of Makati’s best-hidden gems, promises an adventure for the tastebuds and a break from the hustle and bustle of life.
Papakape
Address: 5641 Ampere St, Makati City
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday – Breakfast: 7 am to 11 am | Merienda: 4 pm to 8 pm
2. The Ugly Mug Cafe
Remember the times you bought soft drinks from your local sari-sari store as a kid? The Ugly Mug Cafe will give you the same feeling but in a modern setting. Enjoy coffee and vegan-friendly food instead of carbonated drinks here.
The Ugly Mug Cafe
Address: 36 J. Fabella St., Mandaluyong City
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday – 8 am to 10 pm | Saturday to Sunday – 7 am to 8 pm
3. Coffee ArTea
Love rice or ube in your morning joe? This quaint and cozy coffee shop in Makati uses those ingredients in their blends! You can explore its mini gallery filled with local artists’ works while you wait for your order.
Coffee ArTea
Address: 5966, 1209 Fermina, Makati City
Opening Hours: Monday to Wednesday – 9 am to 7 pm | Thursday to Sunday – 8am to 9pm
Contact Details: 0977-077-7796
4. Ahon Cafe
This cafe in Quezon City, which is a favorite among bikers (peep its logo), offers not just coffee but also comfort food such as grilled cheese, baked macaroni cookies. The best way to get to this place, of course, is by biking with your loved one.
This cafe in Quezon City, which is a favorite among bikers (peep its logo), offers not just coffee but also comfort food such as grilled cheese, baked macaroni cookies. The best way to get to this place, of course, is by biking with your loved one. Ahon Cafe
Address: 51 Calamba St, La Loma, Quezon City
Opening Hours: Wednesday to Friday – 10 am to 1 pm & 4 pm to 9 pm | Saturday to Sunday – 8 am to 1 pm & 4 pm to 9 pm
Contact Details: 0917-502-6115
Revisit the past on a historical escapade
Go on an adventure within Manila, experience its wonders through taste and a glimpse at history.
5. Intramuros Tour: An Interactive Walk-in Manila
Take a stroll through Manila’s iconic sites and discover more of the past beyond the pages of history books with an expert when you book through Klook!
Intramuros Address: Plaza Roma, Intramuros, Manila City
6. Old Manila Full Day Tour
Discover what’s behind remnants of the past in Escolta, and dine at iconic restaurants of Manila. Book your visit through Klook!
Old Manila
Address: Rizal Park, Roxas Blvd Ermita, Barangay 666 Zone 72, Manila City
7. Old Manila – Heritage Full-Day Tour
Immerse yourself in the country’s rich history by visiting Intramuros, Rizal Park, and the National Museum. Feed your tummy after feeding your mind at Bistro Remedios in Malate. Book now through Klook.
Old Manila Heritage Tours Address: Rizal Monument, Rizal Park, Manila City
Try gallery-hopping
Marvel at Filipinos’ artistry as you walk through these galleries.
8. Drawing Room
Looking to learn more about the human experience from different perspectives? Check out The Drawing Room, which features both local and international artists’ creations made with various mediums.
Drawing Room
Address: GF, Building C, Karrivin Plaza 2316 Chino Roces Ave Ext., Makati City
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday – 10am to 6pm
9. Provenance Art Gallery
Locals take centerstage in this sophisticated art gallery in Taguig. Take your date on a visual journey with eye-popping art installations by the local art scene.
Provenance Art Gallery
Address: Shangri-La Hotel at the Fort, 2nd Floor, 5th Avenue corner 30th, BGC
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday – 11am to 9pm
10. Finale Art File
Located in Makati, this 450 square-meter art gallery is the place to be if you’re looking to witness experimental creations that challenge the boundaries of art.
Finale Art File
Address: Warehouse 17, La Fuerza Compound (Gate 1), 2241 Chino Roces Ave., Makati City
Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday – 10 am to 5 pm
Try creating art
Create your masterpiece with your beau as your muse.
11. Craft MNL
A fan of scented candles? Why not make a day out of it and create your own at Craft MNL? It also offers in-studio private workshops for screen printing, woodworking, and cold-pressed soap-making.
Craft MNL
Address: Unit 302 Pamana-Languages bldg, 926 Arnaiz Ave., Makati City
Contact Details: Telephone: (02)744-5509 | Email: [email protected]
Website: www.craftmnl.com
12. Tahanan Pottery
Get your ‘Ghost’ moment (sans the NSFW parts) at this studio where you and your beau can learn how to make your own mugs, bowls, and more.
Tahanan Pottery
Address: 27 Scout Tobias, Cor Sct Lozano 1103 Quezon City
Opening Hours: Monday to Wednesday – 9 am to 6 pm | Friday to Sunday 9 am to 6 pm
Contact Details: 0917-127-7207
13. Wabi Sabi Studio PH
Learn the art of ceramics at this studio in San Juan. Unleash your inner creative by molding a one-of-a-kind piece—the studio encourages it. You can even exchange mugs with your significant other as your V-Day date!
Wabi Sabi Studio PH
Address: 187 N. Averilla Street, San Juan City
Website: www.wabisabistudioph.com
Explore experiential dining concepts
Be transported through taste in places that give you an experience you’ll never forget!
14. Seoul-Sky 100 Revolving Restaurant
Enjoy Korean food and the Metro Manila skyline while you dine at this revolving restaurant. Yes, it slowly spins, so you get a 360-degree view of the city while enjoying modum-jeon, bibimbap, and more.
Seoul-Sky 100 Revolving Restaurant
Address: 33rd Flr. MDC 100 Eastwood Ave. Corner E. Rodriguez Bagumbayan Quezon City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday – 11:00 am to 8 pm
Contact Details: 0917-622-3968
15. Lemuria Gourmet Restaurant
Hidden in Quezon City, this gem offers an adventure for your tastebuds with its French Mediterranean cuisine. The cosy and quiet ambience is a plus too.
Lemuria Gourmet Restaurant
Address: 5 Julieta Circle, Horseshoe Village, Quezon City
Opening Hours: Lunch: exclusive booking only | Dinner: Tuesday to Sunday 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Contact Details: 0927-428-4202
Website: www.lemuria.com.ph
Try going on a gritty food crawl
Experience all the flavors Manila has to offer.
16. The Big Binondo Food Wok
Go on a gastronomic adventure in the historic Chinatown, home to many special treats and delicacies. Treat you and your partner to delectable local dishes like lumpiao, siopao, pancit, champoy, and many more classic Binondo cuisines!
The Big Binondo Food Wok
Address: Minor Basilica of St. Lorenzo Ruiz (Binondo church), Plaza L.Ruiz, Binondo, Manila City
17. Old Manila Filipino Food Crawl
Taste Filipino fusion dishes and even learn a thing or two about their history. Treat your tastebuds to fusion creations by Spanish, Chinese, and other influences in each Filipino dish. Some foods to watch out for are paella, tapa, salpicao, and more!
Old Manila Filipino Food Crawl Address: Rizal Park, Roxas Blvd Ermita, Barangay 666 Zone 72, Manila City
Try something active
Face your fears by trying out a more adventurous approach to dates! Don’t worry, you’ve got your partner to motivate and support you through fearlessly fun activities.
18. Intramuros Bambike Tour
Ride a bamboo bike through Manila’s historical landmarks and enjoy a meal at a lunch buffet after the trip.
Intramuros Bambike Tour
Address: Bambike HQ, Plaza San Luis Complex. Real St .cor, M General Luna St, Intramuros, Manila City
19. Pretty Huge Obstacles
Thinking of taking on a challenge with your special someone? Pretty Huge Obstacles’ facility offers various activities that’ll surely keep you on your toes.
Pretty Huge Obstacles
Address: Unit 266, Level 2, SM Aura Premier, 26th. Street corner Mckinley Parkway, BGC, Taguig City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday – 7 am to 7 pm
Website: www.prettyhugeobstacles.com
20. Climb Central
Looking to see what it takes to be Spider-Man? Try Climb Central Manila, the country’s biggest rock climbing venue.
Climb Central
Address: The Portal, Mayflower St., Greenfield District, Mandaluyong City
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday – 1 pm – 9 pm | Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays – 10 am – 9 pm
Website: www.climbcentral.ph
IMPORTANT NOTE: Be a responsible traveler! All information on this post are accurate from the time of writing. Rules, regulations and guidelines are updated frequently and may change without Klook’s prior notice. For your safety, check with the respective LGU’s and establishments directly before your travels.
