National Museum of the Philippines: located at the former Finance Building in Rizal Park, the National Museum of the Philippines contains some of the country’s most important archaeological relics and historical artefacts. It also houses Juan Luna’s Spoliarium, a famous painting depicting a historical significant massacre.
Padre Burgos Street. Open: Tuesday to Sunday: 09:00 to 17:00.

Museo Pambata (Children’s Museum): this museum offers eight theme rooms featuring educational displays on a wide range of subjects, including art, history, and science. It is the first interactive museum in the Philippines.
Roxas Boulevard. Open: Tuesday to Saturday: 08:00 to 17:00 (August to March); 09:00 to 17:00 (April to July) and Sunday: 13:00 to 17:00.

Philippine Army Museum and Library: founded only two years ago, this museum is dedicated to the history of the Philippine Army and the Armed Forces, with pictures of war heroes, antique weapons, and pieces of equipment from World War II. It also features a tunnel leading to different exits and a garden where children can climb and explore old army vehicles and tanks.
McArthur Drive. Open: Monday to Saturday, 08:00 to 17:00.

Casa Manila: aptly located in a quaint Spanish house, the Casa Manila offers a glimpse of into the lives of the elite Filipino society during the Spanish colonial period. The displays include furniture, artworks, rugs, and other furnishings showing the luxury of the era.
General Luna Street. Open: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00 to 12:00 and 13:00 to 18:00.