Malabon Food Trip and Tourist Spots: Travel Guide
Malabon is one of the best-kept secrets in Metro Manila. With its rich history, vibrant culture, and mouth-watering food, Malabon is perfect for your next food trip and sightseeing adventure. If you’re a foodie who enjoys exploring new places, you're in for a treat!
This guide will walk you through the must-visit tourist spots in Malabon, where to stay, and of course, where to eat the most delicious Filipino dishes.
About Malabon
Malabon City is a vibrant and historic city located in the northern part of Metro Manila (NCR). Known for its rich cultural heritage, Malabon is renowned for its annual fiestas, such as the Karnabal Festival, and its mouth-watering delicacies, including Pancit Malabon.
The city is also recognized for its deep historical roots, with many Spanish-era structures still standing today. Geographically, Malabon is situated along the banks of the Tullahan River and is bordered by other cities, including Navotas, Caloocan, and Valenzuela, thus part of what we call the CAMANAVA area.
Why Malabon is the Ultimate Food Trip Destination
Food is the heart of every Filipino trip, and Malabon definitely knows how to feed you right. If you’re a fan of Filipino food (and let’s face it, who isn’t?), prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable experience. Malabon is renowned for its rich culinary heritage, featuring the famous Pancit Malabon and a variety of kakanins.
Malabon Day Trip Itinerary: Food Trip and Travel Destinations
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Time |
Place to Visit |
What to Do |
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7:00 AM |
Breakfast at Aling Mely’s Carinderia |
Malabon’s most famous turo-turo-style carinderia, known for its famous ‘beef mechado’ |
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8:00 AM |
Jog around Dampalit Megadike |
Great place to jog and bike while enjoying province-like scenery with fish ponds and mangrove trees |
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9:00 AM |
Visit Malabon Heritage and Library Museum |
Small museum filled with history, arts, and heirlooms to learn more about Malabon’s history |
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11:00 AM |
Sightseeing at Raymundo Ancestral House |
An old ancestral house with a concrete arch and a wide wooden frame gate, perfect for picture-taking |
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11:10 AM |
Lunch at Judy Ann’s Crispy Pata |
Malabon’s best crispy pata with sweet, tangy pork skin, just right across the Raymundo Ancestral House |
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1:00 PM |
Dessert at Betsy’s Cake Center |
Known for their famous ‘broas’ and pastry pasalubongs you can bring home, located across the San Bartolome Church |
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2:00 PM |
Visit San Bartolome Parish |
The oldest church in Malabon with a unique Baroque structure, built in the year 1614. |
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3:00 PM |
Stop by Original Dolor’s Kakanin |
The original Dolor’s Kakanin, famous for their ‘assorted kakanin’ and ‘black kutsinta’ for takeout |
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3:30 PM |
Snack at Nanay’s Pancit Malabon |
The best and OG pancit malabon in the city, perfectly paired with puto |
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4:30 PM |
Try Fishing at Moimoi Fishing Spot |
Best place to unwind and try your luck to catch tilapia and bangus |
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6:30 PM |
Dinner at Balsa sa Niugan |
Floating restaurant and fishing garden serving Filipino food; kubo-style dining available for the probinsya feels |
Malabon also has malls, including Robinsons Town Mall Malabon and Fishermall Malabon. If you want to buy fresh seafood, watch your favorite movie, or simply take a break from the intense heat in Malabon, you can go to Fishermall Malabon.
Where to Stay in Malabon
Planning an overnight trip in Malabon? Malabon has a lot of budget hotels where you can stay for the night:
■ Malabon Grand Hotel and Casino
■ Victoria Court Malabon
■ Meaco Royal Hotel
However, we suggest that you stay in a private resort in Malabon. Malabon is known for its numerous resorts and Airbnbs, offering a more relaxed stay for day and night swimming.
Top resorts in Malabon include:
■ M&A Resort Malabon
■ Rosalia Resort Malabon
■ Costiera Garden Resort Malabon
■ Jemaica Private Resort
■ Crystaland Resort
*Some of them do not offer night accommodations, so please check their respective pages for more details.
*If you’re staying in these Airbnbs or private resorts in Malabon, be sure to bring all your essentials, including a portable bath towel, as not all of them provide toiletries.
Your Malabon Adventure Awaits
Ready to start your Malabon food trip and explore the tourist spots? Whether you’re here for the food, the sights, or the relaxing resorts, Malabon has everything you need for an unforgettable trip. Happy travels, and see you on your next adventure!