Casa Manila Museum inside Intramuros in Manila will show you how it was like in old days in Manila during the Spanish colonial era.

It is a colonial lifestyle museum which is part of Plaza San Luis Complex. The house which is rebuilt of the original house that stood on the same site was patterned after a mid-19th century house that stood along Calle de Jaboneros in San Nicolas, Binondo. The house features antique and furnishing from China and Europe dating back to the 19th century.

Some of the famous collections inside are the crystal chandeliers, Persian rugs, Chinese ceramics, four poster ebony bed, religious images, antique piano and harp, marble tables and such other items that show luxury of the era.

Reasons why visit Casa Manila

• The museum will give you an understanding of how the Filipinos lived during 19th century.
• Nurture one’s mind on the culture and some heritage that left a deep impact on the way of life today of many Filipinos.
• Each room here is preserved to represent the style of a particular 19th century Manila residence. Here one would find the antique furniture, chandeliers, lamps, paintings, vases and bric-a-brac.
• There are some collections in the museum that reflects the unique style of architecture and furniture that blends the Spanish and the Asian styles. The adobe staircase, old well, the courtyard and fountain are some of it.
• The visit to the Casa Manila would be a time to step back into the past that is in contrast to the fast pace of the city life.

The Casa Manila Museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday; 9 am-12 pm, 1 pm-6 pm.

Getting around Manila

From north of Metro Manila, get down in Malate and Ermita districts via Roxas Boulevard. Getting around in Manila is easy as the city has a vast network of transport modes. Buses, jeepneys, LRT, and taxis are modes of transportation in Manila that are easy to use. Manila city has an extensive and good network of highways that connect it with other cities and municipalities. Public transport is cheap however during the peak hours in the morning and evening it may get crowded.