Manila Travel - Transportation
Getting Around Manila
Getting around the city of Manila during your travel trip there is fairly easy, and you have a few different options when deciding how to navigate the city.
Bus
There are air-conditioned and non air-conditioned buses available that will run along most major routes in metro manila. The air-conditioned buses are of course more expensive and may me worth the extra money depending on the time of year.
On most bus trips you simply tell the driver your destination and off you go.
Taxi
Taxis are availble within Manila, but we advise to be careful and make sure you know the rules for fares before taking a ride. Tips are expected as with taking a taxi ride anywhere else would be. As with buses, air-conditioned and non air-conditioned varieties are available. A taxi can be a could solution for leaving the airport on a tight schedule.
Jeepney
Taking a jeepney is one of the most common and cheap ways to get around the area. They are not air-conditioned generally, and have large open windows that riders can use to view the scenery. They travel all around the city at slower speeds to allow travelers to hop on and off in an easy fashion.
Car Rental
Car rental is available from most of the major rental agencies, and if you want to travel around Manila on your own terms this is the way to go. Rates are reasonable and there are deals to be had.
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Ferry Boat
A ferry boat can be taken to get from one island to another, most of the ferry boats available are clean and air-conditioned.
Airplane
Besides taking a flight to get to the city of Manila itself, airplanes can be used to travel between the islands of philippines. Prices vary depending on where you are going, and availability also depends on your location and time of travel.
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