Rodolfo

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  • I live in Manila
  • I speak Deutsch, English
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 6 hours

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Rodolfo

Only in a foreign country is a foreigner a stranger.

That is Karl Valentin from Bavaria.

I hope to introduce you to my home, the Philippines, and

help you feel at home here.

  • I live in Manila
  • I speak Deutsch, English
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 6 hours

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Reviews

Ian
6 March 2025
We enjoyed our visit to a very hot Manila (42 degrees in the shade) with Rodolfo. He is kind, generous, thoughtful, and very knowledgeable about his home town. We particularly liked our authentic and reasonably priced lunch which Rodolfo helped us choose. Other memorable moments included giving ice-creams to street children; the museum of José Rizal; the dungeon with which Rodolfo has a personal connection; the Cathedral where Christians were queuing to go in; the view from the top of the hotel; the ride in a jeepney, and many more. We would recommend Rodolfo as a perfect host and guide when visiting Manila.A hot day in Manila
Unknown
22 February 2025
Rudolf
22 February 2025
10Einfach Super
Kimberley
21 February 2025
Spending a couple of days in the bustling metropolis of Manila can feel overwhelming, especially for first-time visitors and those traveling with children. Whenever I visit a new city, I like to use *With Locals* to get my bearings and gain a deeper understanding of both the destination and its people—beyond just the tourist highlights. This time, we were fortunate to find Rodolfo, a kind and knowledgeable guide with a wealth of local insights. One of the restaurants he took us to held a special place in his heart—his mother used to bring him there as a child, though it was originally tucked away in a different alley, which we also got to explore. As we walked through the city, he shared stories from his life over the decades, giving us a richer perspective on Manila’s history and culture. We opted for a combined food and history tour, which proved to be an excellent choice. Rodolfo was incredibly flexible, willing to tailor the experience to our interests and schedule. We could have easily explored more—tasted more, seen more—but after six hours, our children were understandably exhausted. I highly recommend Rodolfo. He made us feel both well-informed and well cared for, and nothing was ever too much trouble. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️A flavoursome journey of food and culture.
Rudolf
20 February 2025
10 PunkteSehr interesanr, war toll
Unknown
17 February 2025
Hi there, We only had two days in Manila before we took off to Visit the remaining Islands in the Philippines. We are a family of 4, and our two girls are 9 and 12. We wanted first to get the most out of the street food and history which we are keen for, but knowing there is so much to see and do we were quite apprehensive in what we were actually able to do. Than the morning arrived for our tour, and we met out tour guide Rudolfo!!! And wow, what a gentleman! Nor just he was a highly cordial yet fun guide as he is a walking encyclopaedia not just of the history of the Philippines as from the general history of the world. Vey educated person. More important was our greeting and pick up. He arrived before the hour with the car we rented, which he picked up, and than in a very calm and professional way he made us feel very comfortable and secure. He gave us a detailed briefing of possibilities and timings and all went just perfect. In the end it felt we went out with a friend or a family member with whom we spend the day. He really took us off the beaten track, with all is local expertise, trying excellent street food and as we travelled seeing a few sites. After in the afternoon was all about embracing the history whilst walking through sites and streets. I work in tourism for many years and it was an absolute pleasure to spend the day with Rudolfo!!! I take my hat off!! Congratulations, thank you and well done!!!What a Gentelman and what a tour!!!
Michael
17 February 2025
We spent a really enjoyable afternoon with Rodolfo learning about the food of the Philippines and China town. Rodolfo was very knowledgeable and provided great company, would definitely recommend.Great afternoon
David
8 February 2025
Rodolfo was well organised and we had no problem meeting him when our cruise docked. In Manila. He checked with us about what we wanted to and adapted his tour accordingly. He was very informative and we had a great walking tour. We would highly recommend him.Rodolfo is an informative tour guide
Erich
6 February 2025
Wir hatten das große Vergnügen, mit Rodolpho die Altstadt von Manila zu erkunden, und es war einfach fantastisch! Rodolpho spricht nicht nur ausgezeichnet Deutsch und Englisch, sondern überzeugt auch mit tiefgehendem Wissen über die Geschichte, Kultur und Sehenswürdigkeiten der Stadt. Unsere Kleingruppe von sieben Personen wurde durch die faszinierenden Straßen von Intramuros geführt, wo wir bedeutende historische Orte besuchten und spannende Hintergründe erfuhren. Besonders beeindruckt hat uns Rodolphos lebendige Art, mit der er Geschichte zum Leben erweckt. Ein weiteres Highlight war die kulinarische Erfahrung: Wir durften verschiedene lokale Spezialitäten probieren – ein absolutes Muss für alle, die authentische philippinische Küche entdecken möchten. Wer Manila besucht, sollte sich diese Tour mit Rodolpho auf keinen Fall entgehen lassen. Eine rundum empfehlenswerte und bereichernde Erfahrung! Outstanding City Tour with Rodolpho in Manila! We had the great pleasure of exploring Manila’s old town with Rodolpho, and it was simply fantastic! Rodolpho not only speaks excellent German and English but also impresses with his deep knowledge of the city’s history, culture, and landmarks. Our small group of seven was guided through the fascinating streets of Intramuros, where we visited significant historical sites and learned captivating background stories. What stood out the most was Rodolpho’s engaging way of bringing history to life. Another highlight was the culinary experience: we had the chance to try various local specialties – an absolute must for anyone wanting to discover authentic Filipino cuisine. If you’re visiting Manila, you should definitely not miss this tour with Rodolpho. A thoroughly recommendable and enriching experience! Herausragende Stadtführung
Chris
5 January 2025
We were very happy with Rodolfo's tour. He catered to our personal wishes and is very knowledgeable about Manila's past and present. He showed us places, food and drinks we would not have found ourselves and even took us to a specific store in Chinatown to find a product we were looking for. Would definitely recommend spending a morning or day with Rodolfo. Thank you! Captivating storyteller & personal touch

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