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36 TOP BEST THINGS TO DO IN BAGUIO THAT YOU NEED TO ADD TO YOUR TRAVEL ITINERARY
WHAT'S IN THIS GUIDE?
Baguio is the “Summer Capital of the Philippines”
Baguio, on the Philippines’ Luzon island, is a mountain town of universities and resorts. Called the “City of Pines,” it’s particularly popular in summer due to unusually cooler weather. At its center is Burnham Park, with gardens and a lake. – Wikipedia
Traveling to Baguio for the first time? This detailed and curated travel guide will make it easy for you to plan a trip, save money and maximize your time. This guide will also make sure that you get the best out of your money while traveling to the Island.
TOP BAGUIO TOURIST SPOTS & ACTIVITIES
There are so many fun places to go and activities to do in Baguio. However, these are some of our top suggestions!
Check out these Must-Do activities on Baguio.
1. Take a Dip at the Asin Hot Springs
2. Feel the Rush and Thrill at Tree Top Adventure of Camp John Hay
3. Visit the Historical Bell House
4. Trek the Yellow Trail
5. Don’t Bring Negativity at Cemetery of Negativism
6. Bring a Date and Enjoy a Picnic at Camp John Hay
7. Visit the La Trinidad Strawberry Farm
8. Get Some Insta Worthy Pics at Colors of StoBoSa, La Trinidad
9. Chinese Experience at Bell Church
10. Be a kid at Sky Ranch Baguio
11. Stroll and Feel the cold air at Baguio Night Market
12. Enjoy the Scenery of Burnham Park
13. Have a Baguio Museum Day Date
14. Say A Prayer at Baguio Cathedral
15. Experience Bargaining in Ukay-Ukay the Local’s Way *wink*
16. Experience Session Road at its Best
17. Have a Day off at Baguio Public Market
18. Ride horses at Wright Park
19. Immense in Culture at Tam-awan Village
20. Release the Botany in you at Baguio Botanical Garden
21. Get a Sight of The Mansion
22. 360 degree view of Baguio at Mines View Park
23. Be a Good Samaritan at Good Shepherd
24. Be adventurous in sampling local dishes/food
25. Look at Art at Oh My Gulay Artist Cafe
26. Immerse in art at Ili-Likha Artist’s Wateringhole
27. Sam’s Agritourism Park: A Hidden Gem in the City of Pines
28. Hunt for Baguio’s Delicacies
29. Enjoy the View at Mount Costa
30. Be Amaze at Bahong Sunflower Farm
31. Fall in love at Mirador Hill and Eco Park
32. Enjoy Scenery at Igorot Stone Kingdom
33. Keep it Moving with Baguio Walking Tour
34. Scare Yourself at Diplomat Hotel (Joke!)
35. Museum Date at Bencab Museum, Tuba
36. Head to the Easter Weaving Room
1. Take a Dip at the Asin Hot Springs
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- Location/Jump-off: Sitio Asin, Brgy Tuel, Tublay, Benguet
- Travel Time: 30-45 minutes from Baguio City
- Asin Hot Springs Entrance Fee: Php 20 per person
- Extra Sights: Bayokbok Falls, Rock Formations, Tuel River
By now, it should be clear that Baguio is a city of surprises. In addition, this city’s other natural attractions will astonish you. As if the one mentioned above wasn’t enough.
The hot springs of Tuba, Benguet are located 16 kilometers northwest of Baguio. These thermal and healing springs, also known as the Asin Hot Springs, are the ideal location for rest and renewal.
Asin Hot Springs is one of the most underappreciated tourist attractions in the province of Benguet due to its great distance from the city center.
The waters that fill the pools, despite being tiled, are natural and originate in the mountains. Even those claimed to have therapeutic qualities are the springs.
Read More: Asin Hot Springs Benguet: Must-Visit Destination for Travelers
2. Feel the Rush and Thrill at Tree Top Adventure of Camp John Hay
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- Address: Scout Hill Dr, Camp John Hay, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: The usual daily schedule is from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The schedule may change depending on the weather. When we last visited (first week of March 2022), the property was CLOSED.
- Dress Code: A pair of shorts are allowed but make sure that it will be no shorter than two inches above the knee.
Do you depend on adrenaline? Then your playground is Camp John Hay’s Tree Top Adventure! You’ll experience heart-pounding activities at this adventure park.
The Superman Zipline, Canopy Ride, and Tree Drop are the top attractions (harnessed free fall). Your non-extreme activity-loving buddies can still spend the P100 consumable admission ticket for trekking or to take the cable cars or chairs to a viewpoint. The 100 peso admission price will be subtracted because it is consumable even if each ride or attraction requires an extra purchase.
Here are the rates:
- Superman Ride: P300
- Silver Surfer Ride: P200
- Canopy Ride: P250
- Skywalk + Trekking: P150
- Tree Drop: P150
There are also combo packages offered. Here are the rates:
- Canopy Ride + Silver Surfer: P400
- Canopy Ride + Superman Ride: P500
- Canopy Ride + Silver Surfer + Superman Ride: P700
- All activities: P900
Note: You can customize the package to your liking; the rate will vary depending on your choices.
READ MORE: Tree Top Adventure Baguio: A Breathtaking Adventure in the Clouds
3. Visit the Historical Bell House
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- Address: Historical Core, Camp John Hay, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee: P75 (Historical Core Entrance Fee). This fee also allows entrance to the Cemetery of Negativism.
The Bell House, which bears General J Franklin Bell’s name, is situated beside Tree Top Adventure and also within Camp John Hay’s boundary.
The Commanding General of the Philippines’ former official vacation home has been turned into a museum. The well-maintained structure showcases American colonial architecture. There is an amphitheater there that doubles as a garden.
Read More: Bell House Baguio: A Historical Gem in the City of Pines
4. Trek the Yellow Trail
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- Address: Camp John Hay (Scout Hill or Le Monet Hotel), Baguio City
- Opening Hours: The trail is open 24/7, but it is advisable to hike during the day.
- Entrance Fee: FREE
The Yellow Trail, also called Forest Bathing Trail, meanders about 1.5 kilometers across the pine-covered Camp John Hay.
Le Monet and Tree Top Adventure, the two starting places, are connected by a walking trail. The trek continues past the Tree Top Adventure to Scout Hill, the destination.
Take the steep path that leads from Le Monet Hotel to Scout Hill if you want to test yourself. Take the inverse downhill path, starting at Scout Hill and finishing at Le Monet Hotel, if all you want to do is relax in nature.
You can choose the simpler route and relish every moment spent in the great outdoors.
Read More: Yellow Trail Baguio: A Scenic Hike through the Pine Forests
5. Don’t Bring Negativity at Cemetery of Negativism
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- Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Address: Historical Core, Camp John Hay, Baguio City
- Entrance Fee: P75. This fee also allows entrance to the Bell House.
The Cemetery of Negativism, also known as the Lost Cemetery, is situated between Bell House and Camp John Hay Picnic Area. It was established in the early 1980s by John Hightower, the base’s commanding general.
However, this cemetery serves as a metaphorical graveyard for negative emotions rather than the conventional location for incinerating human remains. The “eulogies” on the tombstones were humorous and punny, and occasionally they needed a dash of irony to make sense.
One gravestone bears the inscription “Itz Not Possible,” still unborn as of November 11, 1905. Another one has “Know Dam Way” and “Conceived New Years’ Eve 1910” carved on it. did not succeed.
Head over here to frighten the negative vibes away if you’re seeking something special, humorous, and motivating all at once.
Read More: Cemetery of Negativism Baguio: A Unique Tourist Attraction
6. Bring a Date and Enjoy a Picnic at Camp John Hay
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- Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Address: Camp John Hay, Baguio City
Visitors are drawn to outdoor activities like enjoying a picnic with friends or family in Baguio because of the city’s mild climate. Bring your own food, and have everything set for a pleasant time of bonding with your loved ones while taking in the natural surroundings.
You can set out a mat in a designated area or locate a picnic table. Rentable picnic tables are scattered across a picnic area at Camp John Hay. If you stay more than three hours, the charge increases to P300 from P200.
Read More: Camp John Hay Baguio: A Hidden Gem in the Heart of Baguio City
7. Visit the La Trinidad Strawberry Farm
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Situated about 30 minutes north of Baguio is the most popular Strawberry Farm in the area. It’s often associated with Baguio City but is actually part of La Trinidad.
- Address: Barangay Betag, La Trinidad, Benguet
- Opening Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee: FREE. The rate for Strawberry-Picking Group Experience is P600. This rate is good for five (5) people already. If you will buy strawberries, the price is P360/kilo for small strawberries and P400/kilo for large strawberries.
You may get strawberries for between P250 and P300 per kilo here. You must spend an extra P200 if you wish to participate in this location’s major feature, selecting your own strawberries. The time period for strawberry picking is from November through May.
The farm also contains a pasalubong center with a number of gift shops. Strawberry taho and strawberry ice cream should not be missed! The farm sells fresh food and plants in addition to strawberry-related items.
Benguet State University is in charge of and owns the La Trinidad Strawberry Farm.
Read More: La Trinidad Strawberry Farm Baguio: A Great Place to Get Fresh Strawberries
8. Get Some Insta Worthy Pics at Colors of StoBoSa, La Trinidad
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- Address: Barangay Balili, La Trinidad, Benguet
- Opening Hours: 24/7
- Entrance Fee: FREE
Another well-liked tourist destination in La Trinidad is The Colors of StoBoSa. Its official name is StoBoSa Hillside Homes Artwork, and it was created by the DOT-CAR in partnership with the Tam-Awan Village group, which included more than 500 residents and volunteers and produced many design suggestions.
The name “StoBoSa” refers to the enormous painting, which includes the hillside homes of three sitios in Barangay Balili: Stonehill, Botiwtiw, and Sadjap. In 2016, The Colors of StoBoSa was introduced to the general audience.
Read More: Colors of StoBoSa: A Colorful New Way to Experience La Trinidad, Baguio
9. Chinese Experience at Bell Church, La Trinidad
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- Address: FA 347 Bell Church Road, La Trinidad, Benguet
- Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Note that it closes at lunchtime between 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM. The opening hours might change, so please check the official web
- Entrance Fee: FREE
The Bell Church is a temple that was established in 1960 by Chinese immigrants from Canton (Guangzhou), also in Barangay Balili close to StoBoSa on the boundary of Baguio and La Trinidad.
The temple is a popular tourist site because of the peaceful ambiance and the views one may enjoy when wandering around the courtyard. There is a tiny lily pond there as well.
Read More: Bell Church La Trinidad: A Beautiful and Historic Site
10. Be a kid at Sky Ranch Baguio
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- Address: Luneta Hill, Upper Session Road 2600 Baguio City, Philippines
- Opening Hours:11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Daily. The opening hours might change, so please check the official web
Sky Ranch is not exclusive to Baguio since comparable theme parks with essentially the same rides and experiences can also be found in Tagaytay and Pampanga. However, if you haven’t visited one yet, you might want to include Sky Ranch Baguio in your schedule.
Here are the prices of tickets to some of the most popular attractions inside:
- Baguio Eye: P150
- Super Viking: P100
- Sky Cruiser: P100
- Drop Tower: P100
- Double-Decker Carousel: P50
If you plan on trying multiple rides, consider getting a RIDE-ALL-YOU-CAN DAY PASS! It will give you access to the amusement park’s 11 best attractions at a lower rate.
Read More: Sky Ranch Baguio Opens Its Doors to the Public
11. Stroll and Feel the cold air at Baguio Night Market
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- Address: Harrison Road, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
Although the idea of night markets in the Philippines may not be as elaborate, it is gradually influencing market consciousness.
A vibrant night market scene is emerging in Baguio, bringing travelers to the Central Business District’s Harrison Road neighborhood. This is ideal for people who want to get good deals or satisfy their bellies without having to dig further into their wallets.
NOTE: Always keep a watch on your stuff when visiting this area to buy or eat.
Read More: Baguio Night Market: A Fun And Affordable Way To Spend An Evening In Baguio
12. Enjoy the Scenery of Burnham Park
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- Address: Burnham Park, Jose Abad Santos Drive, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: 24/7
- Entrance Fee: FREE
- Rental Rates: P75/30 mins (Chopper/Big Bike); P50/30 mins (Go Kart); P125/30 mins (Grand Tour); P100/30 mins (Boat, good for 5 pax) + P50 if you want to hire a rower
The most well-known landmark in Baguio is Burnham Park, which is situated in the city’s center. Burnham Lake (or Lagoon) dominates the area, which is also home to other notable locations such as the Rose Garden, a park featuring a skating rink for recreation, the Orchidarium, the Children’s Park, and the Melvin Jones Grandstand.
Numerous enjoyable activities, like renting paddle boats (swan boats), motorcycling, and go-karting, are available at the park. There are several food booths and street food sellers in the neighborhood, so you and your stomach are pretty much covered if you feel hungry while taking part in the events around the park or if you just want to go food-tripping in the area.
Read More: Burnham Park: A Beautiful And Serene Oasis In The Heart Of Baguio
13. Have a Baguio Museum Day Date
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- Address: Dot-PTA Complex, Gov. Pack Rd, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Tuesday – Sunday); CLOSED (Mondays). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee: P40 (Regular); P10-20 (Student Discount)
The Baguio Museum is located within a short distance from Burnham Park. The University of Baguio, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio City National High School, and SM Baguio are all close together, making it easy to find.
The museum’s holdings depict the history of the city and the Cordillera region’s culture. All of the collections, which are divided into the Alternative Gallery, Cordillera Gallery, and Baguio Gallery, are located on the four levels.
A training floor and a multipurpose hall are also included in the structure. In order to complete the repair and refurbishment of the museum by 2020, work began in 2017.
Read More: Baguio Museum: A Treasure Trove Of Cordilleran Artifacts
14. Say A Prayer at Baguio Cathedral
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- Address: Our Lady Of Atonement Cathedral, Session Road, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: Tourists are welcome anytime but please be considerate when mass is ongoing. You can check the mass schedule on the official Facebook page.
- Entrance Fee: FREE
Our Lady of the Atonement Cathedral, often known as Baguio Cathedral, is a hilltop church with views over Session Road and the bustling downtown streets. It was introduced in 1936 and honors the Virgin Mary.
Its architecture is neo-Romanesque and includes stained glass windows, a rose window (facade), and twin belfries/spires. It is situated next to Saint Louis University and is a well-known landmark in Baguio.
Visitors must up a number of steps to reach the courtyard and cathedral from Session Road. As an alternative, you can head to the Porta Vaga Shopping Mall and utilize the escalator that goes up to the courtyard of the church.
Read More: Baguio Cathedral Guide: A Beautiful and Historic Church
15. Experience Bargaining in Ukay-Ukay the Local’s Way *wink*
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Without “SM” — Segunda Mano shops, Baguio wouldn’t be Baguio. These second-hand shops, known as wagwagan locally but as ukay-ukay to tourists, were all over the bustling streets and alleyways of downtown Baguio. The abundance of possibilities for used goods will make it easy for tourists to become lost. Clothing, purses, shoes, belts, scarves, and other items are included.
Since there are so many options, it may be quite difficult to decide. You could find some old and unique goods, though, if you have the perseverance and patience (haha). The most well-known ukay-ukay locations are Bayanihan, Hilltop, and Skyworld (all on Session Road) (near Burnham Park). At the night market, you’ll also discover some, er, nice buys!
Happy shopping for discounts!
Read More: The 5 Best Ukay-ukay Shopping Spots In Baguio
16. Experience Session Road Nightlife at its Best
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- Address: Session Road, Baguio City, Philippines
- Nearest landmarks: Burnham Park, Session House, Baguio Cathedral
- Entrance Fee: FREE
Session Road, one of the city’s main thoroughfares, is the most well-known avenue in Baguio. During the day, it is bustling with locals and visitors going about their daily lives, but at night, it comes alive with bars and hangout spots pulsating with fantastic music and stimulating discussions.
Session Road is home to a wide variety of foreign eateries and fast-food outlets if you want to have dinner beforehand before getting wasted on music and alcohol with friends and perhaps new acquaintances.
However, it also has a number of locally owned eateries, like Sizzling Plate, Ocha Asian Restaurant, Vizco’s Restaurant, Volante, Oh My Gulay, and Drop Out, among others, if you wish to experience the cuisine.
Read More: Experience Session Road Nightlife at its Best
17. Have a Day off at Baguio Public Market
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- Address: 38 Raja Soliman Street, Baguio City, Philippines
- Opening Hours: 4:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Daily). However, some stalls may close earlier or later, depending on the vendor. It is best to visit the market early in the morning to avoid the crowds.
- Entrance Fee: FREE
Visit the Baguio Public Market for pasalubong, which has a ton of vendors offering local specialties including fresh Sagada oranges and strawberries, strawberry and ube jam, peanut brittle, fresh veggies, and gifts.
Read More: Have a Day off at Baguio Public Market
18. Ride horses at Wright Park
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Wright Park
- Address: Wright Park, Pacdal Circle, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee: FREE
- Horseback Riding Rate: P200 for 7 rounds
The Wright Park, which bears the name of the late governor general Luke Edward Wright, is yet another huge green space.
Both locals and visitors consider this a top destination for recreation. A green park with rest areas, bicycle pathways, and walking and running trails. The concrete pathway connecting the Wright Park Kiosk and The Mansion front is nearly entirely covered by a lengthy pond or pool. Along with the horse stable, it also features a hill in the forest covered in pine trees.
Wright Park has quite a few horses for you to pick from if you want to go horseback riding in Baguio, and it’s not too far from the city center.
Read More: Ride horses at Wright Park
19. Immense Culture at Tam-awan Village
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- Address: 366-C Pinsao Proper, Long Long Benguet Road, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee: P60 (Adults); P40 (Students & Seniors); P30 (4-10 y/o); FREE (3 y/o and below)
Tam-Awan Village, also known as Garden in the Sky, is a short distance from the Igorot Stone Kingdom. The Chanum Foundation ordered it in 1998 to build a model village showing restored traditional Cordillera homes and make them more widely available.
The community showcases the local artists’ work as well as the area’s traditional craftsmanship and elegance. The community presently contains nine traditional buildings, including two Kalinga houses and seven Ifugao huts, which were replaced by three Ifugao huts. The majority of the original materials were used to build these structures again.
You may also make your hotel reservations here if you wish to immerse yourself even deeper.
Read More: Immense Culture at Tam-awan Village
20. Release the Botany in you at Baguio Botanical Garden
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- Address: 37, Leonard Wood Road, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee: Tourists are P100 for adults and children who are 13 years old and above; P25 for children who are 12 years old and below; and a 20 percent discount for senior citizens and persons with disabilities.
For Baguio City residents, upon presentation of proof of Baguio City residency, the entrance fee is P50 for adults; P25 for children and students who are 13 years old and above; free for children and students who are 12 years old and below; and P25 for senior citizens and PWDs.
One of the many green spaces in the city, the Baguio Botanical Garden (renamed Centennial Park) is located between Wright Park and Teacher’s Camp, along Leonard Wood Road.
This is another popular attraction in the city where visitors can enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the verdant surroundings. The extensive garden park is just a short drive from Baguio’s Central Business District. It has many walking paths where you can see many photo-worthy spots. It also harbors the Baguio Arts Guild and the Igorot Village.
Read More: Release the Botany in you at Baguio Botanical Garden
21. Get a Sight of The Mansion
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- Address: The Mansion, Baguio-Bua-Itogon Road, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: 24/7 (Mansion Gate). Most of the time, the Mansion is closed to the public, so visitors can only get a glimpse of the actual mansion from the entrance gate.
- Entrance Fee: FREE
The Mansion House, often known as The Mansion, has a long concrete path that leads to a pool in Wright Park. It was given a commission in 1908 to act as the US Governor-official General’s home in the Philippines. It underwent reconstruction in 1947 as a result of the Second World War’s significant devastation.
It serves as the President of the Philippines’ official summer residence at the moment. Other significant state events and international meetings take place there as well.
Read More: Get a Sight of The Mansion
22. 360 degree view of Baguio at Mines View Park
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- Address: Mines View Park, Gibraltar Road, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM. The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee: Php 20.00 (Adult); Php 10.00 (Children)
Mines View Park is undoubtedly one of the most popular tourist destinations and is frequently congested with throngs of visitors. My neighbors claim that this is more of a tourist trap, but because we’re visitors, we should still check it out to see why it’s so well-liked in the first place.
It has an observation platform with a panoramic view of the mountains beyond and the historic gold and copper mines of Itogon town below. One of the greatest places to see the dawn is also here.
Go there early in the morning to escape the crowds.
Numerous stores, kiosks, and street vendors selling plants, clothing, trinkets, and souvenirs are all over the place. Along Gibraltar Road is where the park’s entrance is situated.
Read More: 360 degree view of Baguio at Mines View Park
23. What’s in Good Shepherd?
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- Address: Good Shepherd Convent, 15 Gibraltar Road, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee: FREE
You may get the renowned ube jam not far from Mines View Park. Tourists eagerly queue up at this iconic Baguio pasalubong stop to purchase the store’s renowned ube jam and other top picks.
Its advocacy is what distinguishes and fulfills Good Shepherd purchases. Good Shepherd has established a solid reputation for creating high-quality goods with a purpose. What happens to your money then? Examine the package for the statement “You help send us to college each time you buy our products” (often printed on the lid). The money would go toward funding college tuition for young people in the Cordillera.
Other items include seasonal jams like strawberry and blueberry jam, peanut clusters, cashew brittle, lengua, snowballs, angel cookies, choco flakes, alfajor cookies, banana chips, and sampaloc candies. There is a rigid ordering procedure: write down your orders first, line up, then give the attendant your order and money.
Additionally, don’t forget to sample some of their takeout products, which are essentially meriendas and snacks. Keep in mind that there is a per-person order restriction and that the queues might get excessively lengthy at the busiest times. When all of their items are gone, they close the place early.
Read More: What’s in Good Shepherd?
24. Be Adventurous in Sampling local dishes/food
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Baguio is proud of its thriving local food culture. Making the most of the abundant supplies, the residents devised a plethora of inventive methods to make cuisines and culinary items that exemplify the Cordillera area and nearby Ilocos region, the impact of which also pervades the city.
Many of these foods may be found at numerous restaurants and cafes across Baguio. Pinikpikan (chicken soup), pinuneg (blood sausage), and kinuday (smoked meat) are among the most well-known, as are dinakdakan (boiled, diced, and grilled pig’s head pieces) and bagnet (deep-fried pork).
If you want to try a variety of dishes at once, go to The Farmer’s Daughter Restaurant, which is located just adjacent to Tam-awan Village. They mostly offer authentic Cordilleran and Ilocano cuisine.
Cafe by the Ruins is a well-known brand in the city’s dining scene if you prefer a more contemporary spin.
Local eateries also give other Pinoy staples a Baguio spin. Strawberry sinigang and strawberry adobo are served at Mines View Park Hotel’s ZENZ Bar and Restaurant.
Food tripping may also be done in the night market, Burnham Park, Ili-Likha, Good Shepherds, and Session Road, to mention a few.
25. Look at Art at Oh My Gulay Artist Cafe
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- Opening Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Monday, Wednesday – Thursday); 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM (Friday – Sunday); CLOSED (Tuesdays). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Address: Session Road Fifth Floor La Azotea Building 2600 Baguio City, Philippines
Baguio’s pioneering vegetarian restaurant cum art space for emerging talents from the Philippine Cor
The restaurant offers two levels of seating. The upper level is divided into two portions that are linked by a small wooden hanging bridge. The lower-level dining room provides both indoor and terrace seats with a view of the city. The venue, a partnership between Oh My Gulay and Vocas, also includes display areas for local artists. The restaurant delivers economical vegetarian and vegan cuisine, as the name implies.
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26. Immerse in art at Ili-Likha Artist’s Wateringhole
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- Address: Ili-Likha Artists Village, 32 Assumption Road, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee: FREE
The unusual Ili-Likha Artist’s Wateringhole, also known as Ili-Likha Artist Village, is located along Assumption Road. Eric de Guia (Kidlat Tahimik), an artist and filmmaker, converted a barren lot into this charming treehouse-themed food park in 2014.
Through arts and food, the location emphasizes the significance of maintaining environment and culture. It is a work of art in progress with various unique corners and recognizable characteristics such as the mosaic-covered stairway.
The homegrown eateries provide organic, preservative-free meals. Balbacua, Leandro’s Bistro, Yomichee, Ibana, Little Milkyway Vegan Café, Oh My Gulay, Café Cueva, Kape Kullaaw, Waynu, Scout Burrows, and Natengan Ed Ili are among the eateries.
It also has arts and crafts stores and organizes various events and courses. The entire location is photogenic, and guests will appreciate the peaceful and creative environment.
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27. Sam’s Agritourism Park: A Hidden Gem in the City of Pines
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- Address: K.M 5 Asin Road, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee:
- 100 PHP for Adults
- 80 PHP for older citizens
- 50 PHP for kids (12 y/o and below)
- LANDMARK: First Checkpoint. No checking is required as it is still part of Baguio, but for assurances, we suggest non-Baguio residents to still prepare the necessary documents.
The park is home to a variety of plants and animals, including orchids, vegetables, and livestock. Visitors can also enjoy the park’s many amenities, such as a swimming pool, a playground, and a picnic area.
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28. Hunt for Baguio’s Delicacies
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Baguio City, also known as the City of Pines, is a popular tourist destination in the Philippines. It is known for its cool climate, pine trees, and beautiful scenery. Baguio is also home to a number of delicious products and delicacies.
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29. Enjoy the View at Mount Costa
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- Address: Lamtang Pico Road, Barangay Puguis 2601 La Trinidad, Philippines
- Opening Hours: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee:
- Adults – P350.00
- Students – P250.00
- Older Citizens and PWDS – P250.00
- Children ( below 3 years old) – Free
- Contact: https://www.facebook.com/mountcosta
The park is home to a variety of plants and animals, including orchids, vegetables, and livestock. Visitors can also enjoy the park’s many amenities, such as a swimming pool, a playground, and a picnic area.
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30. Be Amaze at Bahong Sunflower Farm
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- Address: Brgy. Bahong, La Trinidad, Benguet (30-40 min. Away from Baguio; landmark- Bahong warehouse Pink Building)
- Opening Hours: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee:
- Adults – Php 150.00
- Older Citizens, Children ages 6-14 y/o and PWDS – Php 130.00
- Children ( below 5 years old) – Free
- Contact: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068273378799
Bahong Sunflower Farm is a popular tourist attraction in La Trinidad, Benguet. The farm is home to over 8,000 sunflowers, which are in full bloom from November to February. Visitors can enjoy walking through the fields of sunflowers, taking photos, and learning about the different types of sunflowers. The farm also has a cafe where visitors can buy snacks and drinks.
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31. Fall in love at Mirador Heritage and Eco Park
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- Address: Mirador Hill, Barangay Dominican Hill-Mirador, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee: Php100 (Regular); Php 50 for children, FREE (Below 12 y/o)
The Mirador Heritage and Eco-Spirituality Park, easily a highlight of our most recent trip, is a burgeoning tourist destination with a mix of indigenous and Japan-inspired activities.
Hiking routes crisscross this 5-hectare area, leading to several attractions such as the Rock Gardens, the Pandemic Healing Memorial, the La Storta Garden, the Ifugao Houses, and the Circular Seismic Chamber (closed when we visited). The landmark Mirador Peace Memorial, a red-painted torii gate atop a hill overlooking the city and the surrounding hills, is possibly the most popular. Many tourists come here to take pictures.
Aside from the park, Mirador Hill also harbors the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, Kapilya ni Hesus at Maria, Café Iñigo, and the Mirador Jesuit Villa Retreat House.
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31. Learn More History in Igorot Stone Kingdom
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- Address: #86 Long-long Benguet Road, Pinsao Proper, Baguio City
- Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee: P100 (Regular); P80 (Senior & PWD with ID); P80 (Kids 4-12 y/o); FREE (3 y/o and below)
The Igorot Stone Kingdom, which opened to the public in the second half of 2021, is Baguio’s newest tourist destination. Certain areas are still under development because they are so new. The park displays the ideals of the Cordillera Region as well as both contemporary and traditional Igorot culture.
A contemporary castle and an antiquated stone wall stand in opposite directions and dominate the about 6,000 square meter territory. The contemporary castle, which is made of hollow blocks and cement, is engraved with paths that are interrupted by statues, picture ops, and viewing decks. It was completed with a food court that mostly served Filipino foods.
The stone wall, on the other hand, is reminiscent of the Igorot people’s rock-laying abilities found in the rice terraces. The Fertility Stone Tower, the Temple of Kabunyan, Bangan’s Dome, the Tower of Gatan, the Face in the Rock, and many more may be seen as you ascend.
Other attractions are the Igorot Gold Mine, the Wishing Well, and the Igorot Golden Bridge. Soon, the park will also have life-size statues of prominent Igorots.
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33. Keep it Moving with Baguio Walking Tour
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Because of its cool weather, Baguio is one of those places that is ideal for a stroll! And, while you may easily come across beautiful and unusual treasures, you can also learn about history or uncover attractive sites while you stroll about, especially if you’re accompanied by a local guide.
If you want to learn more about the areas you wish to see, you may join one of Baguio’s guided walking tours.
34. Scare Yourself at Diplomat Hotel (Joke!)
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- Address: Dominican Hill, Diplomat Road, Baguio City. The best way to get there is to take a cab from the city center.
- Opening Hours: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee: P10 (adult), P5 (kids)
The Dominican Hill Retreat House, officially known as the Diplomat Hotel, is a 17-hectare property perched atop the Dominican Hill. It was initially erected in the early part of the twentieth century as a retreat home for Dominican priests and nuns until World War II, when the Japanese took possession and transformed it into a military garrison and war jail.
The Diplomat Hotel reopened and functioned throughout the 1970s and 1980s after extensive renovations and refurbishing. Given its history, particularly the tragedies of WWII, it has garnered popularity for paranormal phenomena, frequently ranking among the Philippines’ most haunted locations.
The municipal government of Baguio has proclaimed the entire hill area a history and historical landmark, and it has been renamed Dominican Heritage Hill and Nature Park. The property is being renovated and developed for tourism, and it is available for photoshoots, filming, wedding receptions, and other events and gatherings.
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35. Museum Date at Bencab Museum, Tuba
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- Address: Kilometer 91, #6 Asin Road, Tadiangan, Tuba, Benguet
- Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Tuesday – Sunday). Note that last entry is at 5:30 PM. CLOSED on Mondays, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.
- Entrance Fee: P150 (General Admission); P120 (Students); P100 (Senior Citizens and PWDs); FREE (Children below 42″ height)
The BenCab Museum in Tuba is only a short drive from Baguio. Benedicto Reyes Cabrera (BenCab), a Philippine National Artist for Visual Arts, developed and manages the private museum.
The museum opened to the public in February 2009 and features works by BenCab as well as other notable artists and young modern artists. It seeks to promote environmental protection and cultural preservation of the Cordilleras legacy, in addition to encouraging the arts. There is a café, an organic farm, and a tiny forest at the museum.
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36. Head to the Easter Weaving Room
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- Address: Easter Weaving Room is located at #2 Easter Road, Guisad, Baguio City. It is about a 15-minute drive from Burnham Park.
- Opening Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (daily). The opening hours might change, so please check the official website or Facebook page before visiting.
- Entrance Fee: FREE
Visit the Easter Weaving Room to round up your tour of the city and surrounding areas of Baguio. Easter Weaving Room was founded in 1909, making it as ancient as Baguio.
It is also one of the few locations in Baguio where you can see real, traditional weaving methods used by Cordillera indigenous. A day excursion to Baguio would benefit greatly from it.
You may observe weavers doing their magic on the looms using different colored threads in the Easter Weaving Room’s work area.
You can also see how intricately the gorgeous Montanosa fabric, a vibrant hand-woven textile that is exclusive to the Cordillera Region, is made.
In addition to observing weavers at work, you may wander the Easter Weaving Room and view the exhibits.
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TIPS, NOTES, AND REMINDERS
- Bring extra clothes so that in every corner, the outfit is different.
- Visit on weekdays to avoid the crowd.
- Bring water so that you can’t be dehydrated.
- Plan ahead and prepare.
- Dispose of waste properly so bring a trash bag if possible.
- Respect wildlife.
- Be considerate of other visitors.
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