Makati Pub Crawl with Optional City Tour

The night starts before the first bar. This Makati pub crawl gives you an easy way to meet people, collect four free shots, and explore Poblacion’s late-night scene without planning every stop yourself. I like the four-bar route and the included Mad Monkey singlet, which gives the evening a clear social focus. I also like the free entry at Sanctuary, a useful saving on a night when cover charges can add up.

The main consideration is the long warm-up at Mad Sky Bar. The crawl officially gets moving at 9 PM, but the first outside bar does not arrive until about 11 PM. If the room turns to slow karaoke, as happened during one evening, you may feel ready to leave before the night has really started.

At $18 per person, or about 800 PHP, this is a fairly priced party package if you use the included shots and Sanctuary entry. You should come for company and music rather than for a serious guided look at Makati. Comfortable shoes, cash, and a valid ID will make the night much easier.

Key points to know before 9 PM

• Four bars in Poblacion: The route includes Almacen, Kampai, Annex House, and Sanctuary, each with a different theme or feel.
• Free drinks are built in: You receive a Mad Monkey singlet, the Thriller in Manila location shot, and a shot at each bar.
• The social part starts early: You can arrive at Mad Sky Bar from 6 PM for Monkey Time, beer pong, karaoke, and a chance to meet the group.
• Sanctuary includes free entry: The usual saving is listed as 500 PHP, making this stop especially useful for your budget.
• The walking tour is optional: A free Poblacion walking tour runs daily from 4 PM to 6 PM and is separate from the main pub crawl.
• This is for adults only: You must be at least 18, and you need one valid ID plus your voucher at the front desk.

What the 800 PHP price really covers

The advertised price is about $18, though the local price is given as 800 PHP. Currency conversion will change the exact dollar figure, but the local amount is the more useful reference once you are in the Philippines.

You receive a Mad Monkey Manila singlet, a welcome shot called the Thriller in Manila, and one shot at each of the four bars. That is five included shots in total, assuming you take every one. You also get free entry at Sanctuary, listed as a 500 PHP saving.

I see the value here in the structure, not only in the alcohol. A solo visitor can arrive at one place, join an organized group, and follow a set route instead of paying separate entry fees or guessing which bars to try. The singlet also marks you as part of the crawl, which can make introductions easier.

Still, the package does not include food, extra drinks, or gratuity. Five shots over several hours can also be more than you want, so you do not need to take every included drink. If you plan to buy cocktails, eat along the way, or stay out after the official end, your total cost will rise.

Arriving at Mad Sky Bar from 6 PM

The meeting point is Mad Sky Bar at Mad Monkey Manila. You can arrive any time between 6 PM and 9 PM to meet the crew and sign up. Arriving at 8:30 PM is enough for the formal start, but I would come earlier if meeting people is one of your main reasons for booking.

The early period is called Monkey Time and runs from 6 PM to 9 PM. Beer pong and karaoke are used to get the group talking before leaving for the bars. You also collect your free singlet during this period.

This part can be a strength or a weak spot, depending on the mood in the room. A lively beer pong game can make it easy to join in, even if you arrive alone. Karaoke can also help break the ice, but the music choice matters. One evening included slow, low-energy songs before the group left, which made the wait feel longer. If that happens, you may prefer to arrive closer to 9 PM rather than spending the full three hours at the starting bar.

The official advice is to arrive 30 minutes before the tour begins, and you should show your voucher and one valid ID at the front desk. In practice, that means arriving around 8:30 PM if you are joining at the stated start time.

The optional Poblacion walking tour from 4 PM

Mad Monkey also offers a free walking tour each day from 4 PM to 6 PM. It is optional, so you can join it before the pub crawl or skip it and arrive later.

The walk is designed to show you Poblacion’s lesser-known corners before the nightlife begins. The information provided does not give a route, group size, or exact stops, so you should not book it expecting a detailed historical tour. Its main value is practical: you get a sense of the neighborhood before visiting its bars at night.

A free drink at Mad Sky Bar after the walking tour is included. That gives you a smooth way to finish the afternoon and stay on for Monkey Time. If you want to use both activities, your day becomes a long one, running from 4 PM until around 2 AM. Plan your energy accordingly.

9 PM: beer pong, karaoke, and the social warm-up

At 9 PM, the group settles into the social part of the evening. Beer pong and karaoke are meant to build the mood before the first outside stop.

This is where the pub crawl succeeds most clearly for people who are alone or newly arrived in Makati. You do not need to organize a group from scratch. The games give you a reason to speak with people, and the matching singlets create an obvious shared connection.

The drawback is timing. The crawl does not reach Almacen until around 11 PM, so two hours can pass before the route properly begins. One verified account praised the later bars but disliked the slow karaoke during this opening stretch. My advice is simple: use this time to meet the group, but do not feel you must arrive at 6 PM unless you want the full social program.

11 PM: the Thriller in Manila and Almacen

At about 11 PM, you receive the Thriller in Manila shot before leaving Mad Sky Bar. It is described as a location shot, so it functions as both a welcome drink and a small Mad Monkey ritual.

The first outside stop is Almacen, a Mexican-themed bar. You receive a free shot on arrival. The schedule gives the group roughly 45 minutes here, enough time to settle in, talk, and see how the night feels before moving on.

A themed first stop is a sensible choice for a crawl. It gives the group a clear change of scene after the long opening at Mad Sky Bar. The provided details do not specify the drink menu, music, seating, or food at Almacen, so you should treat the free shot as the guaranteed part and any additional order as extra.

If you want food, this is also a sensible point to buy it when available. Food is not included, and drinking on an empty stomach is a poor bargain, even when several drinks are free.

11:45 PM: Kampai brings a Japanese theme

The next stop is Kampai, a Japanese-themed bar, reached at about 11:45 PM. The included shot here is sake-based, giving the route a different flavor from the opening shot and the Mexican-themed stop.

The visit is scheduled for around 45 minutes. That short window keeps the group moving, but it also means you should not expect to settle into every venue for a full night. The point is variety: four stops, four chances to hear different music, meet more people, and decide which place suits you best.

I like this part of the route because the themes give the crawl some shape. You are not simply walking into four unnamed bars. You know the broad character of each stop, even though the exact atmosphere can change from night to night.

12:30 AM: Annex House in Poblacion

Around 12:30 AM, the group continues to Annex House, described as a unique bar in Poblacion. You receive another free shot during the crawl, though the exact timing of that shot is not stated separately from the general promise of one at every bar.

By this hour, the early hesitation at Mad Sky Bar should be behind you. The later stops are where the evening’s momentum matters most. One verified account specifically found the next venues enjoyable after the slower karaoke period, so Annex House is part of the stretch where the crawl appears to find its rhythm.

The schedule allows about 45 minutes here. You will need to keep an eye on the group and be ready to move when the guide calls it. If you find a bar you especially like, you can always note its name and return another night, but the official route continues to Sanctuary.

1:15 AM: Sanctuary and the strongest money-saving stop

The final listed bar is Sanctuary, one of Poblacion’s well-loved nightlife spots. The group arrives around 1:15 AM, receives a free shot, and gets free entry.

This is the clearest financial benefit in the package. A listed saving of 500 PHP can cover a large share of the 800 PHP crawl price by itself. Add the singlet and five included shots, and the package makes more sense for anyone who planned to visit several bars anyway.

Sanctuary is also the last scheduled stop, which gives you a choice. You can stay with the group, continue drinking, and keep meeting people, or use the end of the organized route as a natural point to make your own plans.

The official end is around 2 AM, despite one timetable typo that lists 2 PM. The evening schedule makes clear that the intended finish is 2 AM. After that, you can continue exploring Poblacion on your own, but extra drinks and any further entry fees are not covered.

How much walking and planning should you expect?

This is a walking pub crawl through Makati’s Poblacion area. The supplied information does not give exact walking distances, transport arrangements, or group size, so you should be ready to walk between venues and stay with the group.

Comfortable shoes matter more than stylish footwear here. Wear comfortable clothes too, and bring cash for food, extra drinks, tips, or anything else not covered by the package. Large bags, luggage, handcarts, and sharp objects are not allowed.

The route begins and ends late. You should arrange your own plans for getting back after the crawl, since no return transportation is included in the information provided. Keep your belongings light and secure, especially when moving between crowded nightlife venues.

Who will enjoy this pub crawl most?

I would recommend it most to adults who want a social night and do not want to choose every bar themselves. It is particularly useful if you are staying at Mad Monkey Manila, arriving in Makati alone, or looking for an easy way to meet other young adults.

The event is in English and has a live tour guide. You do not need detailed knowledge of Makati nightlife, since the group follows a set route and the guide handles the movement between stops.

This is not a good match if you want a quiet evening, a food-focused outing, or a carefully explained cultural tour. It is also unsuitable for children under 18, pregnant women, people with back problems or mobility impairments, and people with pre-existing medical conditions, according to the activity restrictions.

Alcohol is central to the night, though you can choose your own pace. The rules prohibit bringing alcohol or drugs, and pets are not allowed.

Booking flexibility and practical rules

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. A reserve-now, pay-later option is also available, which helps if your Makati plans are still changing.

Bring your voucher and one valid ID to the Mad Monkey Manila front desk. You must be at least 18 years old. The activity is listed as five hours, matching the main route from about 9 PM to 2 AM, while the optional walking tour and early Monkey Time extend your evening if you choose them.

The tour provider is MMPH Corporation. Only English is listed as the tour language.

Should you book the Mad Monkey Makati Pub Crawl?

Book it if you want a ready-made social night, four bar stops, included shots, and free Sanctuary entry for about 800 PHP. The route offers more value than a simple bar meetup because it gives you a singlet, a welcome shot, a shot at every stop, and a guide-led plan through Poblacion.

Skip it if you dislike waiting for a late start, karaoke, drinking games, or moving through several venues in one night. You may prefer to arrive at 8:30 or 9 PM rather than 6 PM, then judge the mood before committing to the full route.

My call: this is a good-value party night for social adults, with the strongest benefits coming from the included drinks, free Sanctuary entry, and easy introductions. Keep your expectations focused on nightlife, not sightseeing, and the evening should deliver what it promises.

FAQ

When and where does the pub crawl start?

Meet at the Mad Sky Bar at Mad Monkey Manila. You can arrive between 6 PM and 9 PM, with the official pub crawl beginning at 9 PM.

Which bars are included?

The route visits Almacen, Kampai, Annex House, and Sanctuary in Poblacion.

What is included in the price?

The package includes a Mad Monkey Manila singlet, the Thriller in Manila shot, a free shot at each bar, and free entry at Sanctuary. The optional walking tour and a free drink at Mad Sky Bar after that walk are also included.

Is the walking tour required?

No. The free walking tour is optional and runs daily from 4 PM to 6 PM. You can join the pub crawl without taking the walk.

What should I bring?

Bring comfortable shoes, comfortable clothing, cash, your voucher, and one valid ID. Large bags, luggage, handcarts, pets, weapons, alcohol, and drugs are not allowed.

Can I cancel the booking?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. A reserve-now, pay-later option is also available.