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Manila Bay

Roxas Blvd, Manila, Luzon, Philippines
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Ranked #33 of 78 attractions in Manila
Type: Bodies of Water
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: <1 hour
Description: This natural harbor is an excellent place from which to view a most elegant sunset.
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Manila, Philippines
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

I'm a local and have been passing this area ever since. Nothing much special about it, I only find it amusing during sunset and sundown. Writing this review just made me realized that even thou the water smells bad, or there are a few trash on the water, there's always a bright side. Same thing with real life. It's a... More

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Davao, Philippines
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

I really felt in love seeing the "sunset by the day"... But what annoys me, is the smell of the bay itself. Let's not forget, that what we do with our environment, will also go back to all of us.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

You cannot enjoy the beautiful sunset because of the bad odor coming from the filthy water. At night it now has lots of beggars and people picking pockets. I do not feel safe there and would advise no one to go there alone especially at night.

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Manila, Philippines
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

The view of the Sunset at Manila Bay is beautiful. Specially for the months (summer) where the sun is big and has a dark-orange color. Every time i pass by here, makes me really look-and not stay. Though the scene is pretty the water is another thing. :)

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Makati, Philippines
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Im very fortunate to live in the area where i can just look over our balcony and have a good view of manila bay. Each morning you have a good view of a warm and beautiful sunrise or a very romantic sunset in the evening. You can just stroll along the area, bike around, bring ur friends or family and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013 via mobile

Loved sitting at the outdoor Restaurants in SM Mall Of Asia while overlooking the nice Manila Bay and watching the beautiful sunset. Manila bay has nice scenery but not much to do so if your looking for something to do I suggest going to SM Mall Of Asia. It his huge, has lots and lots of eating choices, lots of... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

I love witnessing the sunset here. I just hate the smell of the breeze. I can't help but be sad knowing that the ocean has been polluted by the people who lives around it.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

After the demolition of bars and restaurants (should I say the night life) in Roxas Boulevard few years ago. The beauty of the park replenished and more and more runner squeezing their sweats all time of the day. Although the bay condition is not so good because of pollution. The scenic view of the sunset in Manila Bay is one... More

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Penang
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Manila bay refers to a big bay and its shore. Some parts of the shore are not suitable for a walk. Even though there is a walkway it might be unsafe or the pavement might be missing. My suggestion is to visit the SM Mall of Asia and reach the bay, then walk toward south or north. Find and empty... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

Cruising can be fun, but actually, Fun-er if you travel with your partner on a romantic night out. Manila Harbor square is a very tranquilizing bay to be in, but visitors sometimes might get turned off by the strange odor that fills up the bay sometimes. The entire cruising experience can be ruined if you cannot enjoy the food because... More

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