Start this morning with a visit to Rizal Park, named in honor of Dr. Jose Rizal, the national hero of the Philippines. After a brief photo stop, the journey continues to the Walled City of Intramuros, showcasing the remnants of Spain's conquistadores. The first stop in Intramuros is Fort Santiago, an old Spanish fortress at the mouth of the Pasig River, where significant events in Philippine history took place. Next, stroll through the cobbled streets to San Agustin Church, the oldest stone church in the country, and admire its extensive collection of ecclesiastical icons, vestments, and other religious artifacts. Across the street is Casa Manila, a replica of a 19th-century house, featuring a blend of European decor and Philippine antique furniture. Afterward, board a horse-drawn carriage called a 'calesa' and head to Chinatown in Binondo, crossing the Pasig River and continuing to Binondo Church, a historic landmark built by the Spaniards in 1596. Disembark at the church entrance for a brief stop and then walk towards Ongpin Street, known for its Chinese-style arches at the entrance. This narrow street leads to a network of alleys and side streets filled with small shops, Chinese drugstores, restaurants, and residential houses. Binondo's commercial activity includes banks, retail and wholesale shops offering a variety of items, from Chinese delicacies to textiles, jewelry, and construction materials. A leisurely walk will take you to numerous gold jewelry shops at the other end of Ongpin, near the entrance to Sta. Cruz Church. Make a brief stop at Sta. Cruz Church, built in 1608 by Jesuit priests, then proceed to Escolta, just a few blocks away. Rich in history, Escolta was once a convoy route for the British Navy from 1762 to 1764 and served as a shopping center for the elite during the Spanish and American eras. Today, two notable pre-World War II buildings remain: the neo-Classical Regina Building and the Philippine art deco Perez-Samanillo Building. Spend some time exploring the area before returning to your hotel.