BOOKMARK: Treat Dad to these Fun Experiences in and around Manila for Father’s Day
From booze to sports, we've got you covered.
by Ina Louise Manto | June 14, 2024
From side-eye-inducing jokes to driving us to places, Dads know how to give us the best time in unique ways. They may not be the most expressive bunch most of the time, but they know how to make us feel loved! Do you have any plans for the weekend yet? Give dad the gift of time by treating him to these fun experiences this upcoming Father’s Day:
Play golf at Driving Range Nuvali
Location: Nuvali, Sta. Rosa, Laguna
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While there are several driving ranges around the metro, you might want to take Dad to a location outside the city because we all need that ~fresh air~. If he’s been interested in golf, go for a short drive to Laguna and spend a day at this newly-opened range. There are good restaurants around Nuvali, too, so you don’t have to go too far when you get hungry throughout the day.
Rates: PHP300 an hour in the morning and PHP400 an hour in the afternoon.
Operating hours: Open daily from 6 AM to 10 PM
Sample craft beers at PAPA BOLO
Location: Corner Crisanto De Los Reyes Avenue and Tagaytay-Nasugbu Road, Tagaytay City
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If your dad is a beer enthusiast, PAPA BOLO is the place to be. This Tagaytay-based craft brewery offers a unique experience, championing locally-made drinks best paired with delicious grub. Its interiors are picture-worthy, too, as you get to sit in booths made to look like barrels. P.S. Papa Bolo offers Sunset Sessions daily, where you can purchase Buy 1 Take 1 Beer from 5 PM to 7 PM.
Operating hours: Open from 10:30 AM to 12 PM on Wednesdays to Saturdays and 10:30 AM to 9 PM on Sundays to Mondays
Feel like a movie star at Armscor Shooting Center
Location: First Basement, Makati Central Square, Makati City
Make your dad feel like he’s the leading man of his favorite action movie when you treat him to a shooting session at ARMSCOR. The PHP1,500 entrance fee already includes 50 rounds of bullets, a gun rental fee, a range fee, a target paper, and an instructor.
Operating hours: Open daily from 10 AM to 6 PM
Hit strikes at Superbowl Bowling Center
Location: 3F Makati Central Square, Chino Roces Ave., Makati
While you’re in MCS already, make the Father’s Day c celebration jam-packed by challenging the family to go bowling. It only costs PHP140 per player.
Operating hours: Open daily from 10 AM to 12 M.N.
Experience an authentic Korean spa at Lasema.
Location: 8846 Estrella Ave., Makati City
Even Dad deserves a little spa day. Lasema is a traditional Korean spa called “jjim jil bang.” Remember the spas where people eat good food with a cute towel wrapped around their heads, as we see in K-dramas? They offer the same experience here! Rates start at PHP500 for a maximum two-hour stay. The Lasema Package at PHP1,500 each is the best, as it provides a 12-hour stay with access to all of Lasema’s facilities, including the sauna, kilns, and jacuzzi.
Operating hours: Open 24/7
Spend a night under the stars at Camp Morri
Location: Veterans Kaysakat Rd., Antipolo, Rizal
Nestled just a few hours’ drive from Metro Manila, Camp Morri offers picturesque camping grounds for families who enjoy the great outdoors. You can drive in and set up camp, stay at a villa, or rent a tent. This is also perfect for dads and his friends – a Tito getaway full of booze, good food, and never-ending stories!
Rates: Camping rates start at PHP300
Get your groove on at 78-45-33
Location: GF 44, LPL Mansions, San Agustin St, Makati
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Industrial interiors and black decor – 78-45-33 is your neighborhood jazz bar in Salcedo Village. They play live music, have a library of records, and good alcoholic drinks. Don’t miss out on their famous truffle popcorn!
Operating hours: Open daily from 4 PM to 2 AM
See Intramuros in a different light with Intramuros After Dark.
Location: Cafe Mercadillo, Fort Santiago, Intramuros
If your dad has a knack for history, join him on a unique walking tour around the old Walled City. Intramuros After Dark covers the Philippine history and heritage during the Spanish, American, and Japanese periods. These walks feature ten stops in the area, including Jones Bridge, Manila City Hall Clock Tower, and Escolta. Join the evening tour from 5 PM to 9 PM on Saturdays and Sundays.
Rate: PHP 1,300 per head
Father’s Day buffet at Westin
Location: San Miguel Ave. cor. Lourdes Dr., Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong
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The culinary team at Westin Hotel Manila is ready to serve Italian-style porchetta, Australian Beef Rump, Pork Baby Back Ribs, and other international and local delights for its Father’s Day Buffet. You can walk in for the lunch buffet from 12 PM to 2:30 PM or the dinner buffet from 6 PM to 10 PM.
Rate: PHP2,900 net per person
Bring out your most creative poses at Space & Time Cube
Location: G/F S Maison Conrad, Seaside Blvd., Pasay City
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The first immersive museum in the Philippines is finally open, and every corner is picture-worthy! Dads might usually shy away from activities like this, but it’s time to bring out his goofy side and let him enjoy the immersive lights and sound experience.
Operating hours: Open daily from 10 AM to 10 PM
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