This museum is owned by a former Doctor who has built this wonderful place to share his art…read morecollection. It's such a beautiful place. I've never seen anything like it before! Everything about this place is beautiful: the art, the buildings, the decor, the plants, etc. It is a very "instagram-able" worthy place. I can see why people come here to do engagement photo shoots and why they come dressed up as they model around the property. The buildings are white, Spanish style architecture that I would want to build a house like! It is absolutely beautiful. I wish this place was my own personal house. It's surrounded by such beautiful landscape which includes blooming bougainvilleas! They have cafe on site called Cafe Rizal, which is delicious. We went with the pizza and a couple of pasta dishes. Though they do have some Filipino options on the menu as well! The carbonara dish was tasty, and of course, a bit on the heavy side but that's expected with any creamy pasta dish. I highly recommend visiting this place. Anticipate spending at least 2 hours here. If you have any big bags, you will need to check it in front. There's a guard who watches all of your stuff and gives you a claim ticket.

My family and I always enjoy museums-- no matter if they're…read moremodern art or classic, natural history or science/tech; they're all good in their own way. We were finishing up a day trip in the Antipolo area and had to pass by the Pinto MODERN ART Museum. First thing I will say is this museum is NOT for senior citizens. It's a lot of stairs and awkward walking/spaces. My parents and Tias/Tios did not like that. Another negative would be the lack of air flow in the buildings. It was almost stifling in a lot of areas. And we all know that when the air is hot and sticky, the mosquitos come in droves. So even when you're walking around TRYING to appreciate the artwork, you become preoccupied with swatting the mosquitos trying to drain your blood. It was very annoying. Other than that, it's an interesting collection of MODERN art. Definitely NOT for everybody's taste. The architecture of the buildings were amazing though! We really enjoyed imagining the heyday of those houses/buildings. It can be a bit confusing navigating the different buildings; the museum definitely needs to update their signage. Especially during the dusk /evening hours, outdoor signage was greatly lacking and was frustrating many people who were trying to go towards the "exit" --and NOTE, this museum is majority an OUTDOOR/Open-air museum, with a LOT of stairs/steps; NOT good for people with mobility issues. :( The staff were friendly enough and somewhat polite; and for that, they get the 3stars. Otherwise it's an interesting experience and probably NOT for everyone. They do have an eatery on site for those who get hangry when they get lost in the maze. ;)

A very painful reminder of a very horrific period of Philippine/US history. Over 80,000 military…read moresurrendered here, and many were tortured by forces of Imperial Japan before, during, and after the death march. The museum preserved many artifacts from this horrible day in WWII history to include the latrine turned into a torture chamber. Like Dachau and Buchenwald, this museum must remain for future generations to preserve and prevent recurrence... even though it often feels today like the rest of the world isn't paying attention. There are important lessons here. That freedom is not free, that good people risked their lives to aid other humans under less than human circumstances, and that even evil can be overcome by good once people's hearts are converted. A must visit ... but one that is sobering so prepare yourself. Honor them by respecting their memory and their sacrifice that allows you today to remain free... then...pass the lesson on...

Unfortunately we showed up 1/2 ofter it closed. We were approached by the night watchman…read more He told us to come back the following day. He did show us the small building that the Japanese use to torture the prisoners. And a few other facts were told to us. He was so nice and willing to help. He even told us about a visitor he gets once in awhile . He got chicken skin., thank Sir

Made famous by the movie Rescue At Dawn. This is the memorial dedicated for those that participated…read morein the most successful rescue operations during WWII. US Rangers accompanied by filipino guerrillas forces conducted the raid that rescued 516 POW's from sure death under the Japanese. If you ever find yourself in this part of the Philippines. Take time to visit this memorial. It could use a little TLC but whomever designed it definitely captures the significance of that raid that took place in the dawn hours of that faithful day. The rooftop memorial has an hour by hour breakdown of the events that took place surrounding a sundial design. Take a glimpse from the satellite view. This Ninja marks this historical sight as a must see!

Great place to go to learn about the history of Baler!…read more There's parking on the side and there's a 30 pesos entrance fee. Be aware that it's HOT inside. Yes, there are fans, but it's difficult to go around and read when you're sweating like crazy so bring a fan!

One of my favorite place, because its full of history inside and it's good to hanging around hereread more

After an exotic lunch at Balaw-Balaw, my travel companions and I crossed the other side of the…read morestreet for this gallery and cafe. The Atelier Museum and cafe has colorful papier-mâché sculptures, similar to the ones used in Angono's Higantes Festival. I like the multi-colored carabao head. Unlike Balaw-Balaw, the cafe here serves more regular Pinoy food fare like sinigang and caldereta. My travel companions ordered drinks while I walked around. To get to the Nemiranda Arthouse, you pass by an arched entrance to a courtyard, where a mermaid sculpture on another arched entrance leads to the gallery. Nemiranda is short for the full artist's name Nemesio Miranda, and he is well-known for "imaginative figurism" in his art and depiction of folklore and family, among other things. He is a leader in the art community, founding the Angono Culture and Art Council, Angono Atelier Art Association, and the Higante Makers and Sculptors' Society. Looking at his works, I saw Mariang Makiling, a woman giving birth, personas of the habagat and the amihan wind, and many more. There is also an exhibit of family members in another room. There are interesting details like the toilets, which are also works of art - you could see a sculpture of a naked Malakas for the males, and of Maganda for the females. In fact, the toilets are called "Malakas" and "Maganda" instead of "male" and "female."

The museum was wonderful, Mr. Nemiranda was very welcoming, and the food was delicious!read more

This is probably one of the biggest events for all the art lovers in the Philippines. Art in the…read morePark happens only once a year for only one weekend which is why once it opens or even before it does, people are already in the area scouting for possible paintings and artwork that they can get their hands on. I'll tell you honestly, it can get crazy! What I love most about this event is that it allows people like me (who don't have much money, who don't know much about the art world) to be more exposed to all the young and old artists, the famous ones or the rising stars and have a greater appreciation of art. It also gives artists who are not always featured in the big and fancy museums to showcase their work in the public. You never know, you might find the next Manansala or Luna amidst it all.

Deep sigh. This is just going to be a rant on Philippine Art, move on while you still can!…read more Art in the Park is another exercise in showing who-you-know and is more of a"seen and be seen" kind of thing, more than anything else. Sure, there are cool artworks displayed that's under 20,000 pesos, and that brings down art to a level where the "Average" Filipino can afford it (Cause seriously, some paintings? scary. That's my annual income already.) And some works are really simple, letting people understand and experience art in an open, and less stuffy setting than, say, in a museum or one of those international galleries that are intimidating to set foot in. Apart from that? It's a lot of hipster kids dressing up in their weekend best, go around the park with a bottle of beer and a cigarette in the other hand. It's kind of... well. I don't think it brings the community together at all. Oh, well. Maybe next time would be better? (I am one of those kids trying to fit in with the "cool crowd". Haha, please notice me so I can sell artworks too.)

Beautiful place perfect for students and adults to learn and unwind. I recommend for anyone to…read morecheck out with good photo opportunities and experience something new

Art in Island is a beautiful museum. Featuring an assortment of interactive art and an exhibition…read morearea, there is something for every age and every art lover. Some optical illusions of famous work, shadow walls, a state of the art 360 viewing room, and 3D pieces make this place a phenomenal way to spend a few hours. They have nursing rooms and a lovely cafe with indoor and outdoor seating. Oh yeah, wear sox or you will have to buy some; there are no shoes allowed.

If ever you have been sweating too much that you would just want a nice getaway to feel a little…read morecool air, the Tagaytay is your best bet! Located a little south of the metro, Tagaytay is a haven for relaxation away from the hustle and bustle of the city. It's a favorite spot for day trips or even just a lunch out. It offers great dining experiences as well as fun things to do, coupled with the best view of Taal Volcano. If you're into this, pay Tagaytay a visit. There's a lot of buses that has daily trips to Tagaytay at around 120 pesos per person. Whenever you're here, don't miss Picnic Grove and Sky Ranch and of course, a little bit of Bulalo :)

My college barkada introduced me to the brilliant idea of renting a beach house in Tali and staying…read morethere for the weekend. We would usually scour the internet for great houses that are rented out by the owners, and then we would leave on Saturday morning and head out to Nasugbu. What's great about these places is that they are fully-furnished, and some of them have great stuff, too! I have gone on such weekend trips to Tali exactly six times, and every time, my friends and I have rented a different villa. You know, just to keep things fun and exciting. We have stayed in really creepy and haunted places, and we have also stayed in really awesome, very well-maintained houses. I just love how we don't have to bring anything anymore, since most of the beach houses are fully equipped with great stuff that you can use for cooking. I love preparing food for my friends because I hate seeing them endlessly bingeing on crap food like chips and stale pizza, so we always pool our money, stop by a supermarket in Tagaytay and then shop for an entire weekend's worth of food and groceries. The villas in Tali are usually fitted with nice stoves and a fully-equipped kitchens, so preparing meals in a jiffy is such a breeze. You don't have to worry about food going bad either, since there is usually a fridge where you can keep stuff fresh. Most of the time, though, the best beachhouses are actually still a couple blocks away from the shore, so you would really have to walk or drive just to enjoy the beach. Moreover, there isn't really much of a "beach" to enjoy, because the shoreline is actually pretty short, just a small cove that is partially sheltered by the surrounding bay. It is also advisable to make sure that you have all your supplies and sundries before you even go inside the gated community, because going out for groceries is such a hassle. There isn't any well-stocked store for miles. This is a pretty nice place to just hang out with friends. If you don't have snazzy memberships in nearby Punta Fuego or Pico de Loro (Hamilo Coast), this is not too bad an option if you just want an idyllic weekend getaway.

Tali is a popular seaside resort community in Nasugbu, Batangas, about 2-3 hours away from Manila,…read morejust a short distance from Tagaytay. The place is a private subdivision so you need to have a homeowner with you or at least advisement from wherever you're staying. It's not totally private though! You can go online and just look for beach house accommodations, since many of the residents there already put up their own houses as B&Bs or inns for those who want to go to Tali Beach. It's a really nice place, like how you'd wish it would be if there were beach cities in Manila, hahah. Not overly developed either so it's pretty peaceful. Here, you have a whole village full of summer houses and instead of the regular playgrounds or village parks, they have a beach! However, the beach here isn't exactly fit for swimming. It's rather small, rocky, and full of corals. There's no long, wide stretch of sand where you can lie down and sleep or sunbathe. But they do have gazebos and small open spaces to hang out in with the water splashing about beside you. If you wanna go swimming, better go back to your accommodation. This is why most houses there have swimming pools already. People like to do water sports around there though, so don't be surprised to see boats and jet skis in the houses inside the village. It's also normal to spot people just casually kayaking and standup paddle boarding all around. There aren't really any organized water sports services, you just do it on your own. Of course, there's also the popular Tali cliff jump you have to try at least once! They have great, clear blue waters that you can dive safely into and then you just climb back up easily through the big polished rock boulder beside the cliff area. Just be careful not to touch the sharp rocks/corals by the side of the boulder! Only grab the ropes by the ladder area.