Street Market in Manila Philippines…read more This is the largest street market in Manila. When i hear people say "mura" (cheap) I immediately think of Divisoria where you can haggle for the final price. The place is dirty and crowded and hot but it was fun seeing the many vendors and browsing through the many merchandise. We had our cousin come with us and she was the one who haggled for us LoL! I actually found some cool items here including clothing, and knock off "authentic replica" stuff. LoL! We also found a classic mahjong set for mom and a nice embroidered "barong Tagalog" (a traditional Filipino attire) for my brother-in-law for P450 which equals to $8. Oh man, we tried some street food too like corn on the cob, melon juice and Calamansi juice. I could shop and eat here all day. The place is huge. There are banks accessible around if we wanted to exchange currency. All cash here so bring enough. I guarantee you will not leave here empty handed. Review #3289

NIGHT MARKET MORE LIKE NIGHTMARE MARKET!!!! If I could rate…read morethis a zero star, I would the smell was so bad there's little kids running around barefoot and screaming and crying the smell mixed with the food and all the animals makes the smell so bad I was crying from how bad the smell was and from all the loud noises we were stuck there for half an hour, trying to find a way out of this market. Please don't go here at your own risk.

If you love bargain hunting, this is definitely the place to be. I thought Greenhills was…read moreimpressive, but this place takes shopping to another level. I always considered Divisoria top-notch for deals and variety, and this shopping center did not disappoint. The mall has about six floors packed with countless aisles and shops to explore. The lower floor is not air-conditioned, but as you go higher, the atmosphere becomes more comfortable and boutique-style. Unlike Greenhills, the vendors here don't constantly hound or pressure you while shopping, which made the experience much more enjoyable. The prices are already relatively cheap, so there's not much need to bargain aggressively. I didn't even make it to the top floors because there was just so much to see. I'm already looking forward to coming back and exploring more.

168 Shopping Mall (MANILA Philippines)…read more There are 7 malls in Divisoria and this is the shopping mall we spent the most time. This is an indoor mall with three levels and over 300 stalls/stores. It is air-conditioned inside for shoppers' comfort. When you hear Divisoria it is synonymous to cheap bargains and you can haggle the price and get it more cheap. They have everything here, especially off-the-rack clothing, purses and shoes, novelty items, gadgets... well, almost, everything. I tried to look for a Sacramento Kings jersey but they didn't have it LoL! They also have food stalls. Mom was able to buy a Filipiniana (aka 'Maria Clara'). It was a fun shopping experience here. Cash is king so have some handy before coming to Divisoria. I guarantee you'll find something and you won't be able to leave empty handed, that's for sure. Review #3293

I enjoyed this mall as it was beautifully decorated for Lunar New Year. There's many shops &…read morerestaurants and street vendors. There's a wide variety of foods. There's so much to do here. There's plenty of game areas for the kids too.

Shopping Mall in Metro Manila (MANILA Philippines)…read more This mall is located in the heart of Binondo. The place is modern and air conditioned inside. We came here and ate in one of the restaurants after shopping at Divisoria. It wasn't too crowded, but then again it was New Year's Day when we went. Stores were open on a holiday! The mall is impressive with five floors of shopping, dining and entertainment. It has over a hundred stores which I was only able to see a few including Marks & Spencer (a British-based store) and 4 movie theaters. I wish we had more time to walk around this mall because the stores were unique unlike the Mall of Asia or Seaside Cebu where many of the stores were just like the ones in our malls here in the U.S. We dined at King Chef's Seafood Restaurant on the 2nd floor. Review #3290

Hit up Dapitan Arcade on a random Saturday morning last month looking for some cute plates to…read morespruce up my dinner parties, and holy crap, I walked out like a kid in a candy store. The place is this chaotic maze of stalls bursting with everything--gorgeous ceramic plates in patterns you won't find in malls, stacks of mason jars for peanuts (grabbed a bunch at like ₱40 each), quirky little gnomes, funky lighting, and even those trendy gold-rimmed teacups that make instant coffee feel fancy. Prices are stupidly low, so my ₱800 budget turned into three full bags of treasures I didn't even know I needed. Haggling was half the fun--smiled, asked nicely, and knocked off a good chunk every time. Yeah, it's hot, a bit crowded, and smells like the wet market next door, but that's part of the charm. Left feeling like I scored big and already planning my next trip for Christmas lights. Absolute treasure hunt heaven. 5 stars, no contest.

If you're a person who loves cheap finds, gets kilig when you see unusual stuff, and doesn't mind…read moresweating when you're bargain-hunting, the Dapitan Arcade is a place that you should visit. Situated along Dapitan St. and Kanlaon St., the arcade is a collection of small stalls and kiosks that sells glassware, murals, ceramic plates, lighting fixtures, decorations, and a multitude of home furnishings at very affordable prices. There are some stuff here that will make you say, "hmm.. I don't really need this thing but it's cute and inexpensive, might as well get it." By the time you leave, you'll have two hands worth of shopping bags. I frequent Dapitan Arcade whenever I need ceramic and wood plates, mason jars and other glasses, and other things that I might need for my cooking and plating. They have a lot of plate designs that are not available elsewhere. When I use them for plating my dishes, it makesmy food feel more sosyal, meaning I can charge more haha. The very trendy mason jars are available here. The normal size ones go for around P50.00. They sell per piece and by bulk. The latter will always get you an ever better price. As early as September, the arcade takes on a more festive look because they start selling Christmas decorations and lights. You want to have a miniature Santa Clause swinging from a light post? Or a robotic St. Nick jiggling his merry booty to some Christmas tunes? Well, they got 'em. And a whole lot of other fun stuff too! When you visit, make sure to bring your "kapal" face so you can ask for discounts. Take away: unusual finds and good deals. Your P1000 pesos will go a long way here!

A bussling chaotic go-go place that somehow still manages to function, but that is how things work…read morein the Philippines. Just doesn't rate close to the order/organization of the clothing district in Taipei, for instance, but one can find great deals here: in our opinion, go here mostly for the Bangladeshi branded over-runs in t-shirts, polo shirts, shorts, denims, etc. But pay attention to quality? Is similar to the bargain markets in 168, 1188, QQ, Taytay, and Baclaran: if you do pay attention to quality - seam stitching, workmanship faults, material softness and thickness, print design - can get great deals here that easily outmatch SM, Robinson's and Ayala operations that have such high overheads that they are only kept open by deceiving the buying public! Also have many Chinese and Pinoy muslim shops, but not at all attractive to us. Check 999 out?

999 Mall is one of the newest establishments in Divisoria, and I have no recollection of even…read moreseeing this place being built. It wasn't there one day, and then - voila! - new mall. It was even situated right beside the venerable 168 Mall, and looks just about the same. Being a newer mall, the place is still quite empty last time I was there, but maybe it was because I just got so used to the cramped hallways of 168 where you can't help but rub buttcheeks with whoever's going in the other direction. Here, the thoroughfares are wider, the aircon cooler, and the prices pretty much the same.

Robinsons Place Mall is a huge lifestyle center, located in the Ermita district of Manila. It's a…read morebit of an oasis; Robinsons Place is very nice, but the area surrounding it is drab by comparison. And it is more than just a "shopping mall". In addition to retail and grocery stores, restaurants, and salons--it has offices for government services! During my stay in Manila, I purchased meals, goods and services here. It was also interesting to people watch; examine products and brands new to me; and compare the price of goods in the PHL, versus back home.

Robinsons Mall in Manila is one huge shopping mall. I believe I counted 7 levels at this shopping…read moreplace. We only had about an hour to explore, and we only saw a tiny fraction of what Robinsons has to offer. Wifey and I only ate food while we were here, and did some walking to burn off some of the calories. Robinson is one very clean mall. The air conditioning works really well which is great to have in the Philippines. Personally, I enjoy visiting shopping malls in the Philippines as compared to in the U.S.A. Robinsons Mall in Manila is a terrific spot to visit, shop, and cool down all at the same time.

Located in the very heart of Manila and nearby the Quiapo church, the Raon Shopping Center is…read morealways so full of people and bustling with businesses left and right. Everything from used karaoke machines to local gayumas (potions) are sold here but what people come to Raon for is the military apparel. I came to this place for the sole reason of helping my cousin out with his company's team building needs aka finding costumes for close to 300 people. The theme was military and this is the only place where you can buy military apparel by the bulk and have it in a week. From navy and cadet uniforms to bags, shoes, and just about every accessory a soldier needs, this place has it. It's not only a matter of finding the place with the best prices and haggling for the lowest possible price. You don't need a tour guide to take you around. Just be ready to face a sea of people and haggle for dear life.

A self-confessed ukay ukay addict dared me to check out this place, saying that I would be shocked…read moreat what they have. I wasn't expecting much. to be honest. I know that some of these thrift shops are better than others, but how much better can one be over the rest? Since I had some time to kill, I decided to give it a shot. Guess what? My ukay ukay junkie was absolutely right. I won't comment on the branded ladies clothes, shoes and bags that she raves about. I admit knowing next to nothing about women's wear and accessories. But I do know enough about men's wear to recognize a bargain when I see one. There were Levi's jeans as well as other brands of denim pants and trousers. The price? An unbelievable three for P100. I had to take a second look at that price tag, but there it was. That comes to P33 per pair of pants, doesn't it? The best thing about denims is that the more worn they look, the more comfortable they feel. Jamzel's Ukay Ukay is a small shop, but man do they have a lot of terrif bargains. They have rubber and leather shoes that all look newish and sell for a low P200 a pair. If you have no qualms about buying and wearing pre-owned clothes, head for this store pronto!

This is not one store but dozens across multiple buildings…read more Booth after booth of gold items, rings, chains, bracelets, earrings, after a while it all looks the same. They will charge an extra 3 to 6 percent on top of price if you use a credit card. It's cheaper than mall prices here.

Scammer Sale u gold with out know the weight of the unit…read more,so u don't know what u get , if it's good investment or not U r all ther Scammer Your policy r scams

I first learned of this place after trawling various forums in my search for cheap acoustic foam…read morefor my girlfriend's apartment's paper thin walls. Her dog suffers from separation anxiety and whenever she leaves the apartment for work, the dog cries for hours, so much so that the neighbors have started complaining to the building admin. A bunch of music lovers suggested that I abandon my egg carton idea (hey, I'm a cheapskate) and go for acoustic foam instead - it's cheap, more effective, and can be bought by the yard in Tabora. Tabora St. is very much inside Divisoria. For those of you who think of Divisoria only as airconditioned 168 Mall, you're in for a rough surprise. But once you get over the heat and the stench from the estero, you'll see a lot of cool finds on Tabora Street. I found my acoustic foam, and a whole bunch of cool-looking mason jars too. Bargain!

I'm a DIY, arts and crafts kind of girl. I've dabbled on one hobby to the next; from making silk…read moreflower clips to covering our cabinet holders with washi tapes, I just love the thought of turning plain ordinary things to beautiful ornaments. And if you're a girl with multiple projects like me, then Tabora is the place to be. They have everything you need for every project you may ever have - ribbons in all colors and sizes, feathers boas, muslin bags, hats and costume materials, handicrafts, sewing supplies, mason jars, it's all there at a really cheap price! You know those tacky souvenirs you hate receiving at parties? That's where they came from too. Of course, there are also a lot of classy and unique finds there, if you just have the patience to look. Imagine all the pretty things you can make with that wide selection of supplies. The prices are really cheap, even cheaper when you buy in bulk, so go ahead and hoard! Of course, one must not forget the golden rule(s) when shopping in Divisoria: never wear flashy clothes and accessories (save your 24 carats and diamonds for the swanky places you go to) and always keep an eye on your belongings.