About
Makati is the central business district of Metro Manila, in the Philippines. It is the country's main financial hub, and its skyline is shaped by skyscrapers and the offices of many multinational corporations. For visitors, it offers a clear view of how the capital works as a commercial centre, with modern towers, busy avenues and a steady flow of professionals through the day.
What a visit is like
- The skyline: Makati is best appreciated on foot or from a window, where the density of high-rise buildings is most evident.
- Business life: The district is built around office work, so the atmosphere is lively on weekdays and quieter at other times.
- Area and access: It sits within Metro Manila, so it can be reached as part of a wider stay in the capital.
Around the district
Because Makati is a working centre, much of what surrounds it is shaped by that role: hotels, restaurants and shops that serve people who come for business as well as travellers exploring the city. It suits those who want to see the commercial heart of Metro Manila and to plan their days around the city's wider attractions.
If you are considering a trip, Makati makes sense as a base for seeing how the Philippines' financial life is organised, or simply as a place to observe the rhythm of a major Asian city at work.