38 Churches to Explore in Metro Manila

Located in San Juan, Metro Manila, along Santolan Road, Pinaglabanan Shrine is one of the historical landmarks we usually tend to overlook. this monument bears significance to the armed struggle of our forefathers for the independence from foreign control. The name in Tagalog means “fought over”.

The Rizal Shrine, located in Fort Santiago, was built in honor of Dr. Jose Rizal, the Philippines ’ national hero. It exhibits various displays of Rizal memorabilia. It contains a reliquary, consisting of one of his vertebrae, and a copy of Mi Ultimo Adios. The museum was built in 1953 and was modernized in 2013. Witness the displays, such as Rizal’s books, hat, medical instruments, coat, even business cards, and much more.

Located in the Las Pinas city. It is known for its 19th-century pipe organ made entirely from bamboo. It is declared as a national cultural treasure of the country. the architecture of the church is so interesting and also in the church complex is St. Joseph's Academy, a primary and secondary education school established in 1914.

San Agustin Church in Manila should be on the itinerary of anyone with an interest in history or architecture. Located inside the historic Walled City of Intramuros, this Roman Catholic Baroque-style church is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Built by the Spaniards in the 16th century, the church has survived a major earthquake in 1863 as well as the ravages of World War II.

The San Bartolome Parish Church is located at Rizal Avenue, Malabon City. It is under the jurisdiction of the Diocese of Caloocan, particularly the Vicariate of San Bartolome. It is one of the oldest and most historical among all the Catholic Churches in the Country.

An old parish which was located in the heart of Valenzuela which was opened in 1632. The belfry and entrance are the only parts of the four-century-old edifice that remain today. They have been preserved by the citizens of Polo. The other parts are been modified and now it is one of the famous places in this area.

It is the oldest Catholic Church in Mandaluyong City. The Parish is under the jurisdiction of the Archdiocese of Manila. It was one of the oldest churches in this area and is also one of the most visiting places in Mandaluyong.

This is a seat of the Cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese. The parish started as a small visita in 1765 but now it was one of the huge buildings in this area.

San Sebastian Basilica dates to 1891and is part of a complex that includes a college (1947) and a seminary and courtyard (the 1950s). This was one of the oldest buildings in this area which was also a historically important place. The site was included in the 1998 World Monuments Watch because of structural threats.

A huge church that was built in 1608. It was strategically located on the outskirts of Chinatown near Binondo to cater to the Chinese converts in Manila. The initial structure of Sta. Cruz Church had been partially damaged by two earthquakes and was completely devastated by the Battle of Manila in 1945 during the Japanese occupation. Now it has a new face and it attracts a lot of peoples here.

The Shrine of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus is a Roman Catholic church located in Pasay, Philippines, across the main entrance of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3. Dedicated to Saint Thérèse de Lisieux, the church is classified as a diocesan shrine governed by the Military Ordinariate of the Philippines.

One of the modern edifices which was located in the heart of Metro Manila. This Parish is dedicated to Saint Andrew the Apostle, the patron saint of Metro Manila and Bel-Air Village. Built by National Artist for Architecture Leandro Locsin in 1968 in a unique way. It is now one of the famous places in this area.

Also known as San Miguel Church is a Catholic church of the Latin Rite dedicated to the seven archangels. The shrine is also known as Malacañang Church as it adjoins the Malacañang Palace complex, the official residence of the President of the Republic of the Philippines. The church building and the interior is one of the main examples of Philippine architecture and it is now one of the main tourist points in Metro Manila.

The Saints Peter and Paul Parish Church, popularly known as the "Poblacion" Church is just beside the Saint Paul College Makati. It is under the jurisdiction of the Archdiocese of Manila, and is one of the oldest and most historical among the Catholic Churches in the Philippines. It was built in the Year 1620. It was one of the famous tourist and pilgrimage centre in Mandaluyong.

The Cathedral Parish of St. Andrew, with St. Andrew as its Patron Saint, has been considered as one of the oldest church in the Philippines. It was established and have been around since 1580 by Spanish Augustinian Friars. The Church serves the local communities of Parañaque City. oday, the church serves as the seat of the diocese of Parañaque, which comprises the cities of Parañaque, Las Piñas and Muntinlupa.

A huge Roman Catholic cathedral which was located in the heart of Manila. It is the episcopal seat of the Roman Catholic Bishop of Cubao. The church and the surroundings are really interesting by its architecture and by its historical importance.

The Manila Cathedral-Basilica is the Premier Church of the Philippines because of all the Churches in the archipelago, it was the one chosen to become the Cathedral in 1581 when the Philippines was separated from the Archdiocese of Mexico and became a new diocese with its episcopal seat in Manila.

This is the biggest church in Manila and it is also called as the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of La Naval de Manila. It is also one of the biggest churches in Asia.