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 beautiful museum that combines nature ant Art as a form of healing! Recently visited this…read moremuseum with my friends and I was in awe because I felt so serene while visiting the museum and touring it grounds, you can see soft vintage beds and couches all scattered around its vicinity, we asked our tour guide why is that so and he said because they believe art and nature could both heal the soul. We also visited their cafe and the food was okay, salad was drenched in their dressing but overall I like the aesthetics of the cafe, felt I was in Greece.

A trip down childhood memory lane is the perfect offering of Yexel Toy Museum. For the yuppies and…read morethose young-at-heart. Located inside a subdivision, the museum is quite confusing to find, but don't hesitate to ask a tricyle driver (yes, whenever I am in a small street and needs directions, I always ask a tricycle driver. They never failed me!) and they gave the directions already. Parking is not readily available so, be corteous enough to fellow motorists to park your car properly. Also, ask the house owner if you could park in front of their house. Proper decorum is a must, dear friends. Upon entering the house turned into a toy museum, you'd be envied on how the owner of the toy museum actually took care of their toys. Of course not everything in the toy museum was really the toys they played, but you would feel that sense of "I should have cared for my toys" guilt feel. Roaming around the building, you'd be amazed by the sheer number of toys the museum houses. The best part for me was seeing Optimus Prime and the overall drama of the place is that you feel you are in hanger of Optimus Prime. Yexel Toy Museum is still undergoing expansion but if you cant wait to see Baymax, Ranma 1/2, Batman, and other cartoon characters, then head to this place. It surely will make your weekend or weekday trip memorable.

Better known as the brother of late internet sensation, Jam Sebastian (God bless his soul), yet…read moreanother internet sensation turned toy savant, Yexel, has opened this toy haven for you geeks and geeks-to-be. What to see? Well everything that your geeky heart would desire?! From the various heroes and villains of the Marvel and DC universe, to Star Wars, to Middle Earth up to even the contemporary classics such as Game of Thrones, you'd surely get the goosebumps here, the geeky kind that is. One word of advice? Keep your kids and your geeky significant others on a short, tight leash. Need I to explain further?

The Geronimo B. de los Reyes, Jr. Museum Foundation (GBR Museum) has one of the most extensive…read morecollections of old photographs of the Philippines. The collection starts with pictures from the early 1800s up to present day historical photos. It also has an aviation museum.

We often take for granted how beautiful our neighboring provinces are. Metro Manila is such a…read morebustling city, that we forget that rich natural resources and spectacular ruralscapes are just around the corner. Or actually, just around the lake. I'm talking about the beautiful countryside of Rizal and Laguna provinces that you can visit when on a Laguna Lake Loop tour.There isn't any established itinerary, but it is always good to follow the shores of the lake until you go full circle, passing by small towns and villages in the process. Last year, I went on an overnight backpack tour with a friend through Laguna's quaint little towns. We started our trip in San Pablo and traveled to places like churches and underground cemeteries in Nagcarlan and Pila before we settled in a hotel in Pagsanjan. The next day, we woke up early to catch breakfast and to check out a local barong Tagalog factory in Lumban. Then, we proceeded to Paete, where we caught Palm Sunday mass and celebrated with the rest of the town. Paete is known for its sculptures and its beautiful church, and we went around the town center buying papier mache horses and taking photos of interesting sculptures. We also went to Pakil, where there is a really nice church. Then, we took a jeep from Siniloan all the way to Pilillia, which was our last stop. From there, we went to Shaw Blvd. via Binangonan, Rizal. It was a memorable tour. We didn't even need our own car - the jeeps and the tricycles were able to take us places. It might also be a good day trip if you want to get a quick idea of the small Laguna towns' culture. I heard some people also bike the entire route, and I totally see why.The scenic views and beautiful roads would be a great playground for bikers and adventurers.

Well this is one of the most obscure museums I have visited. This is literally a collection of…read morehundreds of puzzles of all types. I worth a visit but not worth a large chunk of time. Interesting though.

One afternoon in Tagaytay, my friends and I were looking a place to go for a quick bonding (we had…read moreto leave Tagaytay early to avoid the heavy traffic). We had just eaten lunch so another restaurant with a view was out of the picture. We heard about this Puzzle Mansion but we were hesitant to go because it just sounded boring to most of us. But we were almost halfway out of Tagaytay and we needed to go somewhere before we change our minds and just head home. So we took a left turn going to the Puzzle Mansion. The road going to the mansion was quite steep so we decided to park our car nearby and just go for the jeepney shuttle they offer to guests (for 10 pesos). That was the most fun part of the tour for me. The Puzzle Museum was interesting; they showcase over a thousand of puzzles from the most basic ones (think Disney Princesses and Barbie) to the more elaborate ones. The owner also holds the Guinness World Record for completing the biggest puzzle in the world. At the second floor, there's an area where you can have your picture made into a puzzle, and for those inspired by the museum, there are some tables where you can practice your puzzle-solving skills. They also have a garden where they sell different kinds of plants and we bought around five pots. This place was just okay for me. It would probably be a nice stopover for an educational field trip, but it scores low on the fun meter, and is not a place for friends or family bonding.

We've known (and gone to, I hope!) about museums for toys, historical artifacts, artwork…read morecollections, and natural history, but tell me, have you ever heard about a museum for RICE? Yes, rice. You know, that one thing we Filipinos can't live too long without? IRRI Riceworld houses the most extensive collection of technical literature on rice (and everything rice-related) in the whole wide world. It also boasts of its collection of rice grown from different countries and various artifacts used in rice production. I must say, the science nut in me died of too much kilig that day. I immensely enjoyed their interactive exhibits about population growth data. If you love numbers, statistical data, and daydreaming about mankind relocating to an awesome space colony thanks to overpopulation, then you'll love this museum too. It's funny, I actually discovered Riceworld because it's just right across the IRRI cafeteria that used to serve unlimited rice. Ah, I wish I could teleport to LB right now.

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.