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Makati
ℹ️Practical info — Makati
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💡 Tips
- Make use of the extensive network of elevated skywalks and underpasses to navigate the CBD safely and avoid the sun.
- Visit on a Sunday when the business district is quiet, traffic is light, and the streets are more walkable.
- Check out the Salcedo Saturday Market or Legazpi Sunday Market for a wide variety of local and international artisanal food.
- Be aware that Makati has very strict anti-littering and anti-smoking laws in public spaces; use designated areas only.
- Download a ride-hailing app like Grab, as finding a taxi on the street during rush hour or rain can be difficult.
🍽 Food
Explore this trendy neighborhood for eclectic food concepts, rooftop bars, and hidden speakeasies.
Visit the Salcedo or Legazpi markets for freshly cooked local delicacies like Ilocos empanada or grilled seafood.
A lesser-known spot near Cinema Square offering authentic Japanese cuisine in a traditional setting.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
A massive interconnected shopping area comprising Greenbelt, Glorietta, and SM Makati.
Found inside SM Makati, this is the best one-stop shop for high-quality Philippine souvenirs and local products.
A quiet, well-manicured park in Legazpi Village featuring sculptures and a peaceful koi pond.
Adjacent to SyCip park, this gives more green space and a calm environment for a morning stroll.
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Makati, considered the financial center of the Philippines, is the heart of the nation's trade and commerce. Its central business district is defined by an impressive skyline of skyscrapers that house the headquarters of multinational corporations, major Philippine companies, and financial institutions. Ayala Avenue, often dubbed the 'Wall Street of the Philippines', cuts through the heart of this district. Makati is also a premier destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment, with upscale malls like Greenbelt and Glorietta. Despite its busy atmosphere, the city features well-maintained parks like the Ayala Triangle Gardens. Makati is known for its well-planned urban infrastructure, cleanliness, and efficient local government. It is also a cultural hub, with museums like the Ayala Museum showcasing Philippine history and art.
- Location: Philippines
- Top sights: Ayala Museum · The Mind Museum · Museo ng Makati
- Nearby: Pasig (4 km)
- Population: ~36.007 (2025)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan–Mar.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 24 | 24 | 25 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 |
| Rain mm | 148 | 148 | 119 | 102 | 171 | 248 | 312 | 289 | 301 | 341 | 345 | 393 |
Geography
Facts
- Makati has the highest concentration of local and multinational corporations in the Philippines.
- Poblacion is the old town center and now a popular nightlife district.
- The Philippine Stock Exchange Plaza is located in Makati.
- The city is divided into 33 barangays.
- The Guadalupe Ruins are the remains of an old 17th-century church.
- Makati is known for its strict enforcement of traffic rules.
- The Salcedo Saturday Market and Legazpi Sunday Market are popular weekend markets.
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Sights in the town Makati (15)
Nova Art Gallery🎭 culture
Art gallery in Makati with rotating exhibitions.
Silverlens🎭 culture
Contemporary art and photography gallery in Makati.
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