San Pedro Macati Church, also known as Saints Peter and Paul Parish Church, was constructed in 1620 in the Baroque architectural style. During the British occupation of Manila in 1762, the Church was destroyed. In 1849, it was reconstructed. From 1899 to 1902, the Church was a hospital for American soldiers. I found old photos, which I included later in this post.
The image of the Virgen de la Rosa is the Church’s altarpiece, or reredos, and is still the original.
I took these photos of San Pedro Macati Church for a journal write-up on Makati City’s heritage conservation efforts three years ago. It’s nice to see a part of history still existing in a highly urbanized city.
San Pedro Macati Church in 1899 and 1902
The Church is pretty visible “at the back” of this image. During one of the Church’s restorations, the church bell was added.
Location
San Pedro Macati Church is located in Poblacion. From the Church, it is a short walk to the bars and restaurants in the barangay. It’s a good quick stop before checking out the “hidden gems” in the area. 😉
Plaza Cristo Rey
Adding Plaza Cristo Rey to this post because it is just across from the Church. 🙂
Last updated on 14 September 2026.
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