Fort Santiago
The stone citadel guarding the Pasig River, and the final prison of national hero José Rizal.
Don't miss at Fort Santiago
- ◆ 16th-century citadel
- ◆ Rizal Shrine
- ◆ Pasig River ramparts
Insider tip
Follow the brass footprints tracing Rizal's last walk to his execution.
Fort Santiago — visitor questions
What is Fort Santiago known for?
The stone citadel guarding the Pasig River, and the final prison of national hero José Rizal. Highlights include: 16th-century citadel; Rizal Shrine; Pasig River ramparts.
Where is Fort Santiago?
Fort Santiago is in Intramuros, Manila — Santa Clara St, Intramuros, Manila.
Any tips for visiting Fort Santiago?
Follow the brass footprints tracing Rizal's last walk to his execution.
Can Chauffyr take me to Fort Santiago?
Yes — Chauffyr provides a private, fixed-price chauffeur to Fort Santiago and between every stop on your Manila itinerary, with no parking or driving to worry about.
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The 16th-century walled city at Manila's core — Spain's oldest stronghold in Asia.
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The oldest stone church in the Philippines and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Manila's great central park, built around the memorial to José Rizal.
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