Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Manta December 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Manta](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Hotels.d6053676.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Manta](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Manta.d6053676.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Manta Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Manta.d6053676.Car-Hire-Guide)[Manta Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta.d6053676.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Manta ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Manta Types of activities Where to stay [Manta travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta.dx6053676) ![Manta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/57f46fd2e97fa56d05db31d635f60c62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Manta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/e264d7f9102cb1d76c96d663db053218.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Manta Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Manta has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Manta, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Manta with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Manta Manta is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Manta, and make it a breeze to explore Manta and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Manta to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Manta, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Manta. #### Manta attractions Manta has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Manta to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Manta. Looking for things to do in Manta can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Manta or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Manta attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Manta | Number of things to do | 9 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Manta's highlights & Montecristi Hats](/things-to-do/mantas-highlights-montecristi.a2054972.activity-details): £57 | | Top 5 things to do | [Chocolate & Coffee farm Cruiseship Tour in Manta](/things-to-do/half-day-shared-chocolate-and-coffee-tour-in-manabi.a46940594.activity-details)[Montecristi & The Rain Forest](/things-to-do/montecristi-the-rain-forest.a2054968.activity-details)[Manta's highlights & Montecristi Hats](/things-to-do/mantas-highlights-montecristi.a2054972.activity-details)[The ultimate Cocoa farm experience](/things-to-do/toak-the-most-expensive-chocolate-in-the-world.a4774559.activity-details)[Rainforest Wildlife, Panama Hat makers, Traditional Cuisine. SHORE TOUR](/things-to-do/rainforest-wildlife-panama-hat-makers-traditional-cuisine-shore-tour.a2096970.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [Chocolate & Coffee farm Cruiseship Tour in Manta](/things-to-do/half-day-shared-chocolate-and-coffee-tour-in-manabi.a46940594.activity-details)[Montecristi & The Rain Forest](/things-to-do/montecristi-the-rain-forest.a2054968.activity-details)[Manta's highlights & Montecristi Hats](/things-to-do/mantas-highlights-montecristi.a2054972.activity-details)[The ultimate Cocoa farm experience](/things-to-do/toak-the-most-expensive-chocolate-in-the-world.a4774559.activity-details)[Rainforest Wildlife, Panama Hat makers, Traditional Cuisine. SHORE TOUR](/things-to-do/rainforest-wildlife-panama-hat-makers-traditional-cuisine-shore-tour.a2096970.activity-details) | ## What to do in Manta --- ### Popular places to visit #### Manta Port Explore the waterfront in Manta with a trip to Manta Port. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Port-Manta.d6287354.Attraction) #### Mall del Pacífico You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall del Pacífico during your visit to Manta. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mall-Del-Pacifico-Manta.d794683002800848896.Attraction) #### Universidad Laica Eloy Alfaro de Manabi Walk around the campus at Universidad Laica Eloy Alfaro de Manabi during your stay in Manta. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Universidad-Laica-Eloy-Alfaro-De-Manabi-Manta.d6287358.Attraction) #### Avenida Malecón After visiting Avenida Malecón, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Manta. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Avenida-Malecon-Manta.d794680721946722304.Attraction) #### Playita Mía Artisanal Shipyard Enjoy an outing to Playita Mía Artisanal Shipyard during your stay in Manta. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playita-Mia-Artisanal-Shipyard-Manta.d860818683440693248.Attraction) #### Playita Mía Fish Market You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Playita Mía Fish Market during your trip to Manta. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playita-Mia-Fish-Market-Manta.d860818833645010944.Attraction) #### Port of Manta Explore the waterfront in Manta with a trip to Port of Manta. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Of-Manta-Manta.d553248621563218145.Attraction) #### Central Bank Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Central Bank Museum in Manta. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Bank-Museum-Manta.d6287348.Attraction) #### Manabí Fisherman Statue You can find out about the history of Manta with a stop at Manabí Fisherman Statue. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manabi-Fisherman-Statue-Manta.d553248621532375292.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Manta ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Las Vegas While Las Vegas isn't home to many top sights, Playita Mía Artisanal Shipyard and Playita Mía Fish Market are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Las-Vegas.dx553248635976396615) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Santa Marianita When in Santa Marianita, you can plan a visit to Mall del Pacífico and Manta Port, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Santa-Marianita.dx553248635976399083) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barbasquillo While visiting Barbasquillo, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza La Quadra and Umiña Tennis Club. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Barbasquillo.dx953417999495655424) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/e264d7f9102cb1d76c96d663db053218.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Parroquia Tarqui While visiting Parroquia Tarqui, you might make a stop by sights like Playita Mía Fish Market and Manabí Fisherman Statue. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Parroquia-Tarqui.dx553248635976386180) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ciudadela Universitaria Though Ciudadela Universitaria may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mall del Pacífico and Murciélago Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Ciudadela-Universitaria.dx961888320013783040) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Centro de Manta When in Centro de Manta, you can plan a visit to Manta Port and Mall del Pacífico, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Centro-De-Manta.dx953418666958323712) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Manta ![Photo by Katharina Ebert](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/42229de6f99829b0d775afdf18de04d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Montecristi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Manta worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Manta? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Manta? ### Is three days enough to stay in Manta? ### Is Manta a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Manta with kids? > - [Chocolate & Coffee farm Cruiseship Tour in Manta](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-shared-chocolate-and-coffee-tour-in-manabi.a46940594.activity-details) > - [Montecristi & The Rain Forest](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/montecristi-the-rain-forest.a2054968.activity-details) > - [Manta's highlights & Montecristi Hats](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mantas-highlights-montecristi.a2054972.activity-details) > - [The ultimate Cocoa farm experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/toak-the-most-expensive-chocolate-in-the-world.a4774559.activity-details) > - [Rainforest Wildlife, Panama Hat makers, Traditional Cuisine. 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