Getting Around Manila

16-seat Jeepneys will take you on pre-set routes for a fixed fare of P7.50. The colourful Jeepneys were originally made from converted US war jeeps. Routes are written on the front of the vehicle. Just flag the driver down and let him know when you want to go.

Manila has a rail system comprising the two lines of the Manila Light Rail Transit System (LRT) and the single line of the Manila Metro Rail Transit System (MRT), also known as the Metrostar Express or Metrostar. The LRT is open from 05.00-21.30, the MRT for one hour later. Pricing is different for each line but for P250 you can buy a Flash Pass for a week's unlimited use on all three lines.

Taxi
Most meters do not work so agree on a fare before getting into the cab. Most fares within Manila will be between P100-150.When flagging a taxi in the street or booking by phone, use only one of the firms listed below:

Dollar (red cabs)
Tel. +63 (0)2 921 2383.

EM (white with yellow stripes)
+63 (0)2 293 5930.

MGE (white with green stripes)
+63 (0)2 366 6214.

R & E (yellow with green stripes)
+63 (0)2 362 9089.