Makati City
Philippines · National Capital RegionPH
Highly urbanized city in Metro Manila, Philippines
Makati, officially the City of Makati, is one of the highly urbanized cities that make up Metro Manila, the capital region of the Philippines. Makati is a center for finance, commerce, culture, the arts and fashion, academics, and as the home to numerous diplomatic missions and embassies, is the center for the country's international diplomacy. With 432 high-rises and skyscrapers, Makati has the largest skyline in the Philippines, 138 of which exceed 100 m (328 ft). According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 309,770 people.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 309,770
- Coordinates
- 14.550, 121.033
- Timezone
- Asia/Manila
- Elevation
- 32 m
Overview of Makati City
Makati City — a sizeable city in National Capital Region, Philippines — is worth a place on your map. Records put its population near 309,770. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. Plan around nightlife, culture and adventure and you will not run out of ideas. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in Makati City
Nightlife in Makati City
(8)Nightlife in Makati City covers Bars, Clubs, Disco, Events and Music. The full list runs to 8 activities. The list follows Makati City's own activity tags.
Culture in Makati City
(5)Our data lists Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Castles, Museums and Towers as culture options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Makati City.
Adventure in Makati City
(3)Adventure in Makati City covers Abseiling, Climbing and Escape Room. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Makati City's own activity tags.
Wellness in Makati City
(3)The wellness shortlist for Makati City: Spa, Therms and Wellness. It is a direct read of Makati City's activity profile. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Shopping in Makati City
(2)Our data lists Food and Shopping as shopping options here. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. This reflects only what is documented for Makati City.
Sports in Makati City
(2)Makati City records Hunting and Tennis under sports. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Makati City. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Family in Makati City
(1)Family in Makati City covers Playgrounds. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Makati City.
Nature in Makati City
(1)On the nature side, Makati City offers Walkways. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Makati City. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Water Sports in Makati City
(1)Water Sports in Makati City covers Water Sports. Plan them together and you have a full day. The list follows Makati City's own activity tags.
Best time to visit Makati City
The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best. April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. Museums, food and nightlife keep Makati City viable all year.
Getting there & around
Makati City works as a gateway: long-distance arrivals, then buses, trams or metro on the ground. Set your clock to Asia/Manila on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Makati City that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Makati City known for?
- Travellers associate Makati City with nightlife, culture and adventure. It sits in National Capital Region, Philippines and counts about 309,770 residents.
- What can you do in Makati City?
- Makati City is tagged with Bars, Clubs, Disco, Events and Music, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Makati City?
- The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best. April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. Museums, food and nightlife keep Makati City viable all year.
- Where is Makati City located?
- Makati City belongs to National Capital Region, Philippines, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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