Ahead of the Philippines hosting the 49th ASEAN Summit, media delegates and journalists took a tranvia ride through the historic Walled City of Manila on November 13, 2026 — the second day of an official Media Familiarization Tour, according to the Intramuros Administration.
Fort Santiago Serves as Starting Point for the Tour
Delegates gathered first at Fort Santiago, before boarding the tranvia. The group then toured the area's key cultural and historical sites, according to the Intramuros Administration.
Among the landmarks covered along the tranvia route were San Agustin Church, Baluarte de San Diego, the ASEAN Garden, and the Centro de Turismo Intramuros, the Intramuros Administration noted.
Filipino Cultural Performances Showcase Heritage
As part of the welcome, Filipino cultural performances were presented, the Intramuros Administration said.
Summit Proper Set for November 15 to 17
The Philippines is scheduled to host the 49th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits from November 15 to 17, 2026.
The Intramuros Administration posted details of the tour on its official Facebook page under the hashtags #LoveIntramuros, #DiscoverMoreToLove, #LoveThePhilippines, #ASEAN2026PH, and #TayoAngHost.
Source: Intramuros Administration. Photos: Intramuros Administration