Fort Pilar

The Real Fuerza de Nuestra Señora del Pilar de Zaragoza (Royal Fort of Our Lady of the Pillar of Zaragoza) also Fort Pilar is a 17th-century military defense fortress built by the Spanish colonial government in Zamboanga City, Philippines. The fort, which is now a regional museum of the National Museum of the Philippines, is a major landmark of the city and symbol of its cultural heritage. Outside the eastern wall is a Marian shrine dedicated to Our Lady of the Pillar, the patroness of the city.
The Real Fuerza de Nuestra Señora del Pilar de Zaragoza (Royal Fort of Our Lady of the Pillar of Zaragoza) also Fort Pilar is a 17th-century military defense fortress built by the Spanish colonial government in Zamboanga City, Philippines. The fort, which is now a regional museum of the National Museum of the Philippines, is a major landmark of the city and symbol of its cultural heritage. Outside the eastern wall is a Marian shrine dedicated to Our Lady of the Pillar, the patroness of the city.

Popular places to visit

National Museum of the Philippines – Zamboanga

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at National Museum of the Philippines – Zamboanga during your travels in Zamboanga. Make time to visit the shops and monuments while you're in the area.

National Museum of the Philippines – Zamboanga

Paseo del Mar

Explore the great outdoors at Paseo del Mar, a lovely green space in Zamboanga. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its cathedral.

Paseo del Mar

Plaza Pershing

Find out about the history of Zamboanga with a stop at Plaza Pershing. Stroll along the beaches or visit the cathedral while you're in the area.

Plaza Pershing

Zamboanga City Hall

After visiting Zamboanga City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Zamboanga. Wander the beaches or discover the area's waterfalls.

Zamboanga City Hall

Metropolitan Cathedral of Immaculate Conception

Find out about the history of Zamboanga when you take a trip to Metropolitan Cathedral of Immaculate Conception. Wander the sandy beaches or discover the area's waterfalls.

Metropolitan Cathedral of Immaculate Conception

KCC Mall De Zamboanga

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at KCC Mall De Zamboanga during your trip to Zamboanga. Stroll along the sandy beaches or discover the area's waterfalls.

KCC Mall De Zamboanga

Top Fort Pilar Hotel Deals

Ever O Business Hotel

Ever O Business Hotel

3 out of 5
Tomas Claudio St. corner La Purisima St Zamboanga
Ever O Business Hotel
Winzelle Suites

Winzelle Suites

3 out of 5
Almonte Street, Beside Gateway Mall Zamboanga
Winzelle Suites
Hotel Primera

Hotel Primera

3 out of 5
Canelar Moret Zamboanga
Hotel Primera
Two Seasons Executive Suites

Two Seasons Executive Suites

3.5 out of 5
Two Seasons Hotel Zamboanga Zamboanga Peninsula
Two Seasons Executive Suites
GC Hotel

GC Hotel

3 out of 5
19 Tomas Claudio St Zamboanga Zamboanga Peninsula
GC Hotel
Marcian Garden Hotel

Marcian Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Governor Camins Avenue Zamboanga
Marcian Garden Hotel
Garden Orchid Hotel

Garden Orchid Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Gov. Camins Avenue Zamboanga
Garden Orchid Hotel
Grand Astoria Hotel

Grand Astoria Hotel

3 out of 5
Mayor Jaldon St. Zamboanga Zamboanga
Grand Astoria Hotel
Krishatel Leisure Inn

Krishatel Leisure Inn

3 out of 5
Veterans Ave. Ext. Zamboanga Zamboanga Peninsula
Krishatel Leisure Inn
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