This has the potential to be a really great museum. I went this morning, paid my entrance fee (475 pesos) and off I went. The exhibitions of ceramics and gold are very good. However, what I really wanted was to learn about the history of the Philippines. When I got to the diorama section I found that the audio information... More

This is a well designed, user friendly, educational and beautiful museum. It contains a magnificent collection of porcelains dating from the 9th century on which are all professionally displayed and give you the opportunity to view each object 360 degrees. There is also a pre Columbian gold exhibit showing many different examples of the gold smithing that was done in... More

Ayala Museum is well known for the dioramas. One must watch out for the lectures - they are the biggest draw. The gift shop has interesting items - a cut above what one gets in souvenir shops. I recommend a visit to the museum for better pieces of souvenirs/artifacts. This museum is an institution and deserves a visit. Can be... More

Small Museum but very well organised and helpful staff. It gives complete history of Manila. Also, not very huge so doesn't bore you. Simple and worth a visit. fees for foreigners are high but thats ok.

Next to the Greenbelt Mall an amazing collection of gold artifacts with detailed description of how such intricate work is managed by the goldsmiths at that time. Gold chains and jewelry was considered a sign of the status of the individual. One of the most spectacular pieces is a magnificent woven/braided golden chord. Considering its age, the workmanship is outstanding.... More

There's a lot to see here, but very little to do. Don't expect much interaction with the exhibits here. The building itself is very nice and clean. The souvenir shop seems like a slightly better sari sari store - i.e. nothing fancy for such a prestigious place. I enjoyed my time there, but got a little frustrated with the lack... More

Lots of great art by famous Filipino artists reside at the musuem. It's been remodeled the past couple of years and added some great facilities like their cafes and shops which makes going to museums not at all boring and more interesting to learn from.

With kids ages 11-13 , a generation who has been exposed to high tech entertainment, we were all impressed with the Ayala Museum. It provides deep insight into our past, our culture , our heritage. The interiors and how the artifacts are presented provides great interest even to the kids. Entrance fees are a bit pricey. Php 225 for adults... More

Excellent blending of the intellectual view of Silk Road history and a quick-and-accessible casual tourists introduction to a local interpretation of local history.