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Malabon
One day is enough for Malabon: see the historic church, stroll the people’s park, and try pancit Malabon; arrive early to fit everything.
Malabon is a compact city north of Manila with a few key sights—San Bartolome Church, the zoo, and a waterfront market—plus a reputation for seafood and the noodle dish pancit Malabon. All are reachable by jeepney or tricycle within 15 min, so a half‑day visit covers the highlights; a full day allows a relaxed meal and a bike‑trail sunset.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- PHP
- Best months
- Nov–Feb (dry, cooler)
- avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season)
- Airport
- MNL
- Nights
- 1
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- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Philippines ↗Complete the free eTravel registration on the official government site within 72 hours before arrival; ignore lookalike sites that charge.
- Philippines ↗Typhoon season runs roughly June to November: flights and boats are cancelled at short notice; buy flexible tickets and keep a spare day.
- Philippines ↗Carry pesos in small notes; many stalls, jeepneys and taxis are cash-only.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Malabon117 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Malabon, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Philippine pesos (₱) in small notes for jeepneys, market stalls, tips and taxis; malls and hotels take cards.Philippines-wide
- SIM or eSIMGlobe and Smart sell SIMs at airports; SIM registration with passport is required by law.Philippines-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations cheap.Philippines-wide
- TippingRestaurants: 10% if no service charge.Philippines-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B/C. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Philippines-wide
- SafetyMalabon is generally safe for daytime visits; stay alert in crowded transport and keep valuables hidden.
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- RestroomsCalled 'CR' (comfort room); bring tissue; many lack toilet seats.Philippines-wide
- Emergency numbers117 police · 117 fire and ambulance · 911 National emergency
- Sundays & holidaysHoly Week shuts much; malls open daily; banks closed weekends.Philippines-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMNL Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Main gateway to Metro Manila, about 30 min by jeepney or bus to Malabon).
- Getting aroundJeepneys and tricycles run every few minutes from Manila; use sakay.ph to plan routes.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealFish market snack₱50–₱150 (≈ US$1–3)
- Budget bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₱1,800 (≈ US$35)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₱2,500 (≈ US$45)
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₱3,500 (≈ US$65)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱500 (≈ US$9) · Mid ₱800 (≈ US$15) · High ₱1,200 (≈ US$25)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MNL Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Main gateway to Metro Manila, about 30 min by jeepney or bus to Malabon)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Feb
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Mar
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
May
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C) low), wettest Jul (16 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Malabon: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
2 rd
Feb
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
2 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Apr
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
8 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
8 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
4 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Jeepneys and tricycles run every few minutes from Manila; use sakay.ph to plan routes. Walking is feasible between the church, park, and market (5–10 min).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Obando
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Jeepney from Malabon terminal, about 30 min
Famous for the Obando Fertility Rites on Sundays.
Navotas Fish Port
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Jeepney or tricycle, 15 min
Great for fresh seafood and sunset views.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Meaco Royal Hotel – Malabon
Budget hotel, 2 PM check‑in, ₱1,400 per night
Victoria Court – Malabon
Mid‑range, ₱1,400 per night
Hidden Garden Private Resort
Boutique, price check
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₱1,200–₱2,000 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₱2,000–₱3,500 (≈ US$40–65) excl. bed
- High
- ₱3,500 (≈ US$65)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel1 × 1 night × ₱2,500 | ₱2,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₱800 | ₱1,600 |
| Jeepney ride from Manila (round‑trip)2 × ₱100 | ₱200 |
| Meal (pancit Malabon, 2 dishes)2 × ₱250 | ₱500 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₱480 |
| Trip total≈ ₱2,640 per person per day, bed included | ₱5,280≈ US$95 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Pancit Malabon (plate) | ₱150–₱250 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Fish market snack | ₱50–₱150 (≈ US$1–3) |
| Jeepney fare (Manila‑Malabon) | ₱15–₱30 (≈ under US$1) |
| Tricycle ride (short trip) | ₱20–₱40 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Traffic can be heavy during rush hour; allow extra travel time from Manila.
- Check opening hours of the zoo and church before visiting.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 117
- Fire and ambulance
- 117
- National emergency
- 911
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- Fire and ambulance117
- National emergency911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Manila → Malabon (jeepney, round‑trip): ≈ ₱30 total (check)
- Tricycle within Malabon (5 min): ≈ ₱20 (check)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Malabon. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Feb (dry, cooler) · avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a short‑term stay at a budget hotel for night‑cap after dinner.
- Use a bike‑share for the Dampalit Megadike trail sunset shoot.
Sources
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