Knot Stranded Getaways

Weekend getaways from Manila

5 places within about 5 hours of Manila, closest first. Locals go to get out of town, and visitors can add one to a city trip. Get there by car or by plane.

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5 getaways, closest first

  1. 1 hrby plane Boracay White Beach's powdery sand, island-hopping and paraw sailboat sunsets.
    • Beach
    • Nightlife
    • Romantic
  2. 1 hr 30 minby car Tagaytay A cool ridge town overlooking Taal Volcano and its lake, famous for bulalo and views.
    • Relaxing
    • Romantic
    • Food
  3. 2 hr 30 minby car Batangas and Anilao The diving capital of Luzon, with coral reefs and beach resorts on the bay.
    • Beach
    • Adventure
  4. 3 hrby car Subic and Zambales A former naval base turned free port, with beaches, coves and camping islands nearby.
    • Beach
    • Adventure
    • Friends
  5. 4 hr 30 minby car Baguio The summer capital in the pine-covered Cordillera, with strawberry farms and night markets.
    • Mountains
    • Culture