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42 BAGUIO TOURIST SPOTS + ITINERARY (2024)

by thepinay solobackpacker | Mar 18, 2024 | Baguio , Philippines , Tourist Spots | 0 comments

Comprehensive travel blog of Baguio tourists spots, includes how to get there and nearby tourist destinations.

The Baguio City that we see today was designed by the Americans, this is why you’ll find some tourist spots here with American names like Camp John Hay and Burnham Park.  After the Spaniards surrendered the Philippines to the United States, they established a hill station in Baguio City because they were beckoned by the  pleasant weather and pine-fringed hills here. But long before the said foreigners arrived here, Baguio City was already inhabited by the Kankana-ey and Ibaloi indigenous peoples of the Cordillera Region, an area known as Kafagway back then.

Fast forward today, Baguio is a melting pot of cultures and where the modern and the traditional thrive and blend beautifully.  Baguio has long been my favorite vacation spot, yes, it’s now pretty crowded especially during holidays and weekends, but it holds a special place in my heart because this is where I traveled during my first solo trip over a decade ago. There’s this good, unexplainable feeling whenever I visit this bustling city.

If you plan on visiting Baguio, for a few days or as a weekend getaway, here’s a list of some of the top tourist spots in Baguio.  If I miss something, feel free to suggest and comment below.

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Here’s a sample Baguio Itinerary for 2 days. I included the entrance fees on the expenses. I will write a more detailed Baguio Itinerary blog soon.

*Expenses listed above is for entrance fees only. I will write a more detailed Baguio Itinerary blog soon with sample budget/expenses.

BEST BAGUIO TOURIST SPOTS

1. MIRADOR HERITAGE AND ECO-SPIRITUALITY PARK

• Entrance Fee: ₱100 ($1.79), Kids 12 years old – FREE, Senior/PWD discounted
• Parking fee : ₱25 ($0.45)
• Open Hours: Daily 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Mirador Heritage Park)
• Location: 15 Street, Theresa Extension, Baguio
• How to get to Mirador Heritage Park: Take the jeepney en route to Dominican Hill. Tell the driver you are going to Mirador Heritage Park. Fare is roughly ₱13 ($0.23). Alternatively, you may also take a taxi to Mirador Heritage Park, fare is about ₱70 ($1.26) – ₱100 ($1.79).
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Lourdes Grotto, Diplomat Hotel

This is probably the most popular Baguio tourist spot now because it is reminiscent of Japan – from the Bamboo Forest that’ll remind you of Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto to the red torrii gate with a hanging bell that is actually a repurposed bomb dropped during the World War II called Mirador Peace Memorial.

Mirador Heritage Park also has limestone rock gardens with glorious pine trees. Here you’ll find the Lourdes Grotto, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Ifugao Houses, Mirador Peace Memorial, Blue Moon Gate, Cordillera Heritage Garden, and more. The view here of the colorful Baguio houses and buildings is majestic especially during foggy days. This new Baguio tourist attraction is situated in Mirador Jesuit Villa and Retreat House, it’s actually where the classic Baguio attraction – Lourdes Grotto is located.

2. HERITAGE HILL AND NATURE PARK GARDEN (DIPLOMAT HOTEL)

• Entrance Fee : Adult -₱10 ($0.18), Child – ₱5 ($0.090)
• Parking Fee:
• Location: Dominican Hill, Diplomat Road Baguio
• How to get to Diplomat Hotel:
• Make your way to the jeepney terminal of jeepneys bound for Dominican Hill.  Ask the driver if it will pass by Diplomat Hotel, ride the jeepney, and tell the driver to drop you off at the path going to Diplomat Hotel. Fare starts at ₱13 ($0.23).
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Attraction: Mirador Heritage Park, Lourdes Grotto

Another famous Baguio tourist spot is Diplomat Hotel or Dominican Hill Retreat House, known by many as a haunted building because of its tragic past.  It’s officially declared as a historic site in 2013.  The Diplomat Hotel was originally designed as a vacation house for the American Friars of Dominican Order, hence the name of the hill.

During the World War II, the building was taken over by the Japanese soldiers, who made it as their barracks. It is said that they raped, tortured, and killed refugees, nuns, and priests.  Eventually, the Americans bombed a portion of the Diplomat Hotel and the Japanese soldiers committed suicide.

In 1973, the Diplomat Hill was acquired and turned into a hotel, managed by Baguio-based businessman Tony Agpaoa.  Unfortunately, he died due to a heart attack.

  3. IGOROT STONE KINGDOM

• Entrance Fee: (Adult) ₱100 -$1.79, (Senior/PWD with ID) ₱80 – $1.43, (Kids 4-12 y) ₱80 – $1.43
• Open Hours: Daily 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• How to get to Igorot Stone Kingdom: Make your way to Otek Street. Take the jeepney with “Long-Long” or “Tam-awan” signage. Tell the driver to drop you off at Igorot Stone Kingdom. Fare is roughly ₱22 ($0.39). Alternatively, you can take a taxi or grab to Igorot Stone Kingdom, fare is roughly ₱100 ($1.78) from downtown Baguio.
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Tam-awan Village, Arko ni Apo Gallery

One of the new Baguio tourist spots that is slowly gaining attraction is the Igorot Stone Kingdom.  This latest park in Baguio, situated along Long-Long Street in Pinsao Proper Village, flaunts the new and old Igorot Culture and tradition as well as the values of the Cordillera People. The towering stone wall is reminiscent of an old-world castle and its key attraction is the tower that portrays the story of Gatan and Bangan of the Igorot Legend.

Among the main attractions at the stone kingdom is a tower that depicts the fantasy story of Gatan and Bangan, an Igorot man and woman who survived the great holocaust, a fertility stone tower, and a Kabunyan (Igorot God) tower.

• Only pets with diapers are allowed to enter the park.
• Smoking/vaping inside the park is strictly prohibited.

4. TAM-AWAN VILLAGE

• Entrance Fee: (Adult) ₱60 -$1.08, (Senior/Student) ₱40 – $0.72, (Kids under 10 y.o) ₱30 – $0.54, (Kids under 3 y.o) FREE
• Picnic Fee: ₱200 – $3.59 for group of 10 persons (entrance fee excluded)
• Bonfire (6:00 PM – 11:00 PM) : ₱120 – $2.15 (entrance fee excluded)
• Use of Hut without beddings: ₱500 – $8.97 hut per day (entrance fee excluded)
• Function Fee: ₱8,000 -$143.47 per day (maximum of 40 persons)
• Open Hours: Daily 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• How to get to Tam-awan Village: Make your way to Kayang Street. Take the jeepney with “Long-Long” or “Tam-awan” signage. Tell the driver to drop you off at Tam-awan Village. Fare is roughly ₱22 ($0.39).
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Igorot Stone Kingdom

Situated in Pinsao Proper, Tamawan Village is the place to go in Baguio if you don’t have the luxury of time or resources to trek to the remote villages of the Cordillera.  This place was founded by Chanum Foundation Inc. sometime in 1998 as sort of a living museum where visitors can witness and experience a place reminiscent of a traditional Cordillera village.  Here, you’ll find around 7 Ifugao huts (namely, Bangaan Hut, Dukligan Hut, Anaba Hut, Nagor Hut, Batad Hut, and Kinakin Hut)  and 2 Kalinga houses from Bugnay and Luccong, made of indigenous materials such as cogon and pinewood. Tourists can also stay in one of these houses for ₱500 ($10) per person.

If you are an art lover, you’ll be amazed at the interesting local art pieces on display and for sale here.  Tamawan Village has become a haven for workshops and exhibits to foster deeper understanding of the Cordillera heritage.

5. BENCAB MUSEUM – BAGUIO TOURIST SPOTS

• Entrance Fee (Museum): (Regular) ₱200 – $3.59, (PWD/Seniors) ₱150 – $2.69, (Student) ₱120 -$2.15, Child no taller than 42” is FREE
• Eco-Trail Tour: (Regular) ₱200 – $3.59, (PWD/Seniors) ₱150 – $2.69, (Student) ₱120 -$2.15, ₱150 – $2.69 Guide fee per group
• Open Hours: Tuesdays to Sundays 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (last entry at 5:30 PM), closed on Mondays, Christmas Day and New Year
• How to get to BenCab Museum: Make your way to the jeepney terminal in Kayang Street  near Baguio City Hall. Ride the jeepney bound for Asin Road. Fare is ₱25 ($0.45). Tell the driver to drop you off at Bencab Museum.
• Photography for personal use is permitted.
• Video recording, flash photography, drones, tripods and selfie-sticks are not allowed anywhere in the property.
• Selfie sticks are allowed only in the Farm and Gardens

Bencab Museum is owned by National Artist for Visual Arts – Benedicto Reyes Cabrera, a painter and print maker, who is dubbed as a master of contemporary Philippine arts. Bencab Museum, another must-see tourist attraction in Baguio, is situated in Asin Road with a scenic view of the pine forest, garden, farm, and the surrounding mountains. This contemporary museum houses a collection of his works, and other Filipino contemporary artists. Here, you’ll also find varied indigenous crafts, sculptures, and arts of the Cordilleras. My friend said it’s not as big or jaw-dropping as the Pinto Art Museum, so if you’ve already been there, don’t expect much.

Despite being born in Manila, Benedicto Cabrera has long been fascinated by Baguio and the Cordilleras, where he chose to live and nurture his artistic career. As per the official website of Bencab Museum, this place is committed to the promotion of the arts, and the preservation, conservation, and protection of the environment and the heritage of the Cordillera Region.

Below the museum, you will also find an artsy café, Café Isabel where you can enjoy some drinks and meals.  Take note that outside drinks and food aren’t allowed in the museum premises

6. IFUGAO WOOD CARVER’S VILLAGE

• Entrance Fee: FREE
• Location: Asin Road, Baguio, Benguet
• How to get to Ifugao Carver’s Village: Make your way to the jeepney terminal in Kayang Street  near Baguio City Hall. Ride the jeepney bound for Asin Road. Fare is ₱25 ($0.45).

While you’re in Asin Road, do drop by at the Ifugao Wood Carver’s Village. A 3 km stretch of road along KM 5 oozing with woodcarver shops. Based on anecdotes, the first woodcarvers who settled and made this place known as Ifugao Woodcarver’s Village were the late village chief Reynaldo Lopez-Nauyac and his son Wigan Warren. Both of them are originally from Hapao, Hungduan in Ifugao. So, back in the 70’s and 80’s, woodcarvers from Hapao eventually started transferring to Baguio when they heard that they can earn a living doing woodcarving.  Back then, many tourists from the US Naval base and Japan ordered 6-foot wood carvings of different designs – Buddha, American Indian, warriors, deer hunters, etc. Today, woodcarvers have shifted to furniture making due to the rising condominiums in Baguio.

If you’re looking for bulol (Ifugao rice god), pasiking bag, and other Baguio souvenirs made from wood, bamboo, and rattan, this is the place to be.

7. BURNHAM PARK – BAGUIO TOURIST SPOTS

• Boat: ₱100 ($2) per 30 minutes (good for 5 persons) + ₱50 ($1) if with rower
• Go Kart: ₱50 ($1) per 30 minutes
• Chopper: ₱75 ($1.50) per 35 minute
• Open Hours: 24/7
• Location: Jose Abad Santos Drive, Baguio City
• How to get to Burnham Park: Ride a jeepney with Baguio City – Camp 6 signage. Fare is about ₱10 ($0.20).
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Session Road, Oh My Gulay, Baguio Cathedral, Ukay-Ukay,

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My friend once told me, if you get lost in Baguio, just go back to Burnham Park and you’ll find your way again. Indeed, she’s right. Baguio has always been special to me, as it is my first solo travel destination over a decade ago.  Whenever I feel like getting lost, I travel to Baguio and stroll along Session Road and go people watching in Burnham Park. It may be crowded and chaotic most of the times, especially during weekends and public holidays, but I don’t know why I still feel at peace when I see its timeless beauty.

Burnham Park is situated at the heart of downtown Baguio, fringed by hotels, restaurants, and shops.  It’s an ideal place for a leisurely walk due to its paved walkway. This sprawling park was the brainchild of the eponymous Daniel Burnham, who designed the park when Baguio was first developed as a retreat for the US military due to its cold weather.   You can actually find his statue at the park’s main entrance, enveloped by a rose garden.

The park features a man-made lagoon surrounded by tropical flowers, where visitors enjoy riding and rowing the swan boats.  Also, inside the confines of Burnham Park is Melvin Jones Grand Stadium, fronting the soccer field.  This place is often used as venue for concerts, parades,  political rally, and Panagbenga Festival, Baguio’s biggest festivity.

8. ILILIKHA ARTISTS VILLAGE

• Open Hours: Daily 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Address: #32 Assumption Road, Brgy. Kabayanihan, Baguio City
• How to get to Ililikha Artists Village: Make your way to Session Road. It’s about a 5 minute walk from there. Make a turn to Assumption Road.
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Our Lady of Atonement Cathedral, Burnham Park

Another creation of  Kidlat Tahimik (Eric de Guia), a National Artist for Cinema is Ililikha Artist Village. Situated in Assuption Road. It’s also a restaurant, just like Oh My Gulay café. It’s a good place for photo op, but it’s reserved for customers only. So, please, order food here if you want to take photos. Ililikha Artist Village is made of assorted materials, crafted by many Ifugao artists and wood carvers.

9. OH MY GULAY – BAGUIO TOURIST SPOTS

• Open Hours:
• Monday –  11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Tuesday – Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Friday-  11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
• Sunday – 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Food Prices: Starts at ₱130 ($2.56)
• Location: 108 La Azotea Building Session Road, Baguio
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots : Session Road, Burnham Park, Baguio Cathedral

10. SESSION ROAD

• Open Hours: 24/7 but shops and restaurants will most likely be closed by midnight.
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Burnham Park, Baguio Cathedral, Oh My Gulay, Baguio Night Market, Museo Kordilyera, Baguio Museum,

Session Road is divided into 2 areas: Lower Session Road and Upper Session Road . The Lower area is the business hub of Baguio city, fringed with banks, hotels, restaurants, shops, bakeries, and Art Deco buildings. It runs eastward from Magsaysay Street near Malcolm Square through Baguio Cathedral and Governor Pack Road. Meanwhile, the Upper area runs from the Post Office Loop and SM Baguio to Baguio Country Club, Camp John Hay, PMA, and Itogon’s mine areas.

11. SM BAGUIO

I don’t usually include shopping malls on places to visit, but SM Baguio has the Sky Terrace that offers one of the best sunset views in Baguio.  SM Baguio is also the first SM Supermall that doesn’t use an air-conditioning system upon its completion.

12. SKY RANCH BAGUIO

Located just beside SM Baguio is Sky Ranch Baguio, an amusement park that offers carnival games and thrilling rides such as Super Vikings, Sky Cruiser, Red Barron, Flying Bus, etc. You can book tickets in advance below to skip the lines.

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13. baguio street arts (baguio murals).

Baguio is home to massive, dramatic painted murals showcasing the people and culture of the Cordillera region. The famous ones are part of Project Hila-Bana Mural, mostly created by Venazir Martinez, a young Filipina visial artist who believes in the power of street art as an additional learning tool for the local culture bearers. You can find one of the Project Hila-Bana Mural at PNR Compound where jeepneys are parked. It’s just across the Victory Bus Terminal in Baguio.

You can also find Baguio murals at the façade of Tam-awan Village, Magsaysay Avenue, and inside  UP Baguio.

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14.bell house.

• Entrance Fee (Bell House + Cemetery of Negativism): (part of the Camp John Hay Historical Core)
• Adult: ₱85 ($1.53)
• Blistt Resident (with ID): ₱55 ($0.99)
• Student/Senior/ PWD: ₱40 ($0.72)
• Children below 4 Feet: FREE
• Address: Camp John Hay, Baguio City
• How to get to Bell House: This is within Camp John Hay and walking distance to the Cemetery of Negativism. Ride the jeep bound for Scout Barrio, Loakan, or Kias-PMA, fare is roughly ₱13 ($0.23).  Their jeepney terminal is situated at the east side of Burnham Park across Tiong-San Department Store, Harrison Road. Best to ride a taxi though, as it is more convenient. I paid less than ₱100 ($1.80) to get there by cab.
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Bell Amphitheater, Cemetery of Negativism, Camp John Hay, Tree Top Adventure Baguio

This historic house is inspired my American colonial architecture. It was named after General Franklin Bell who converted Camp John Hay into a military resort.  This modest building served as the residence of the Commanding General of the Philippines.

The Bell House is embraced by a garden, a pine forest, and the Bell Amphitheater, a beautifully manicured garden with concentric circles as steps.  Interestingly, these steps was designed using indigenous Ifugao terracing technology.

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Don’t miss the totem pole with the heads of the figures of Admiral George Dewey, General Emilio Aguinaldo, Secretary John Milton Hay, William Cameron Forbes, President Theodore Roosevelt, General Franklin Bell, Lieutenant Colonel L.W.V Kennon, Mayor E.J Halsema, General Douglas MacArthur, and Major Angelito Hernandez, the men from Camp John Hay who shaped Baguio. This fascinating history lesson totem pole was created by Ernesto Dul-ang, it’s right before the entrance to the Bell Amphitheater.

15. CEMETERY OF NEGATIVISM

• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Bell House, Bell Amphitheater, Camp John Hay, Tree Top Adventure Baguio

While you are in Camp John Hay, don’t miss the Cemetery of Negativism or the Lost Cemetery.  It’s a unique kind of cemetery as no dead person is buried here, instead, it’s meant to remind people to bury their negative traits.  It was established by the former commanding general John Hightower sometime in 1980. The cemetery is not really eerie, it is beautifully surrounded by towering pine trees and just walking distance to the age-old Bell House.

One of the reminders engraved on the stone marker here is:

“Negativism is man’s greatest self-imposed infliction, his most limiting factor, his heaviest factor.”

16. CAMP JOHN HAY – BAGUIO TOURIST SPOTS

• How to get to Camp John Jay: Ride the jeep bound for Scout Barrio, Loakan, or Kias-PMA, fare is roughly ₱13 ($0.23).  Their jeepney terminal is situated at the east side of Burnham Park across Tiong-San Department Store, Harrison Road. Best to ride a taxi though, as it is more convenient. I paid less than ₱100 ($1.80) to get there by cab.
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Cemetery of Negativism, Bell House, Bell Amphitheater

Camp John Hay is synonymous to Baguio and one of the best tourist spot in the pine city.  This place is surrounded by pine trees and serves as a forest watershed reservation. It was established by the Americans as a military reservation on a site owned by Ibaloi leader Mateo Cariño. During the World War II, the Japanese warplanes bombed the gates of Camp John Hay.  Later on, it became the headquarters of General Tomoyuki Yamashita during the Japanese occupation.  It is here where Yamashita surrendered. After the devastating war, Camp John Hay was transformed into an airbase by the American forces, until it was returned to the Philippines. Today, Camp John Hay is undoubtedly one of the most scenic tourist spots in Baguio.

17. LAPERAL WHITE HOUSE

• Entrance Fee: ₱50 ($1)
• Open Hours: Daily 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Address: Leonard Wood Road, Baguio City
• How to get to Laperal House: Take a jeepney bound for Mines View Park at the terminal in Gov Pack Road.   The jeep will pass through Teacher’s Camp, Laperal Whitehouse, Pink Sister’s Convent, Botanical Garden, The Mansion, Wright Park, Good Shepherd, and Mines View Park. Fare is approximately ₱13 ($0.23) and travel time is about 10 minutes.  Alternatively, you can take a taxi from downtown Baguio for around ₱70 ($1.26).

The longstanding Laperal House is believed to be a haunted house, that is why is it usually featured on popular TV shows.  Constructed in the 1930’s by Roberto Laperal, it is built of narra and yakal wood and exhibits a Victorian architectural flair.   It used to be a vacation house of the Laperal family until it was occupied by the Japanese soldiers during the World War II and used as a barracks. It is alleged that the warriors tortured many spies and raped many women here, leading to the rumors of the ghost sightings, who are purportedly the victims

18. BAGUIO BOTANICAL GARDEN

• Baguio Botanical Garden Entrance Fee:

• Address: 37 Leonard Wood Road, Baguio City
• How to get to Baguio Botanical Garden: Take a jeepney bound for Mines View Park at the terminal in Gov.Pack Road.  The jeep will pass through Teacher’s Camp, Laperal Whitehouse, Pink Sister’s Convent, Botanical Garden, The Mansion, Wright Park, Good Shepherd, and Mines View Park. Fare is approximately ₱10 ($0.20) and travel time is about 10 minutes.
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Wright Park and The Mansion

A classic tourist spot in Baguio City is the Botanical Garden, also called Centennial Park.  At the entrance, you’ll be welcomed  by the amazing bronze sculpture featuring the Cordillera indigenous people, the Chinese, the Japanese, and the Americans working together.  This masterpiece was crafted by Ben-hur Villanueva, a Filipino Artist.  There’s not much to do here, but it offers a quiet respite from the hustle and bustle of Baguio City.  As the name suggests, this place is sprinkled by plants and surrounded by pine trees.  It also houses an Art Gallery and souvenirs stalls.

19. WRIGHT PARK AND THE MANSION

• Entrance Fee : FREE
• Horseback Riding: ₱ 300 ($5.39) per hour or ₱200 ($3.60) per 30 minutes
• How to get to Wright Park and The Mansion: Take a jeepney bound for Mines View Park at Governor Pack Road.  The jeep will pass through Teacher’s Camp, Laperal Whitehouse, Pink Sister’s Convent, Botanical Garden, The Mansion, Wright Park, Good Shepherd, and Mines View Park. Fare is approximately ₱13 ($0.23) and travel time is about 10 minutes.  Alternatively, you can take a taxi from downtown Baguio for around ₱100 ($1.80).
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Botanical Garden

Wright Park is known for its horse-back riding for beginners, it’s an age-old tourist spot in Baguio.  Here, you’ll find stables full of colorful horses taken care by the “Pony Boys”, horse owners.   You can try riding one for beginners for ₱300 ($5.39) per hour or ₱200 ($3.60) per 30 minutes. This park is clad by pine trees and plants, don’t miss the canal where the water reflects the pine trees.

Right across Wright Park is The Mansion.  This massive summer place for The President sits beautifully in a well-manicured lawn.  Going inside is no longer allowed, but can take souvenir photos outside.

20.MINES VIEW PARK

• Entrance Fee:
• Adult and Children (13 years old & above): ₱10 ($0.20)
• Children (12 years & below): ₱5 ($0.090)
• 2 Years Old and below: FREE
• How to get to Mines View Park: Take a jeepney bound for Mines View Park at Governor Pack Road Terminal.   Fare is approximately ₱13 ($0.23) and travel time is about 10 minutes.  Alternatively, you can take a taxi from downtown Baguio for around ₱100 ($1.80).
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Good Shepherd

Several activities, souvenir shops, and silver stores have sprung up here, including the popular photo op with the St. Bernard dogs and colorful horses. Only accredited dogs of the members of the Mines View St. Bernard Dog Association are allowed to ensure the safety of dogs and visitors. You can also rent a traditional Cordillera outfit like headdress, bahag , vest, and spear and have your photo taken with Itogon mountains as backdrop

21.GOOD SHEPHERD BAGUIO

• How to get to Good Shepherd Baguio: Ride a Baguio – Plaza – Mines View jeepney at  Gov.Pack Road. Fare is about ₱13 ($0.23) and travel time is about 10 minutes.  Alternatively, you can take a taxi from downtown Baguio for around ₱100 ($1.80).
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Mines View Park

After a visit to Mines View Park, make time for Good shepherd Baguio nearby.   This convent is pretty popular for its delicious food products especially the best-selling Good Shepherd ube jam.   The production of this sought-after ube jam started sometime in 1976   when Sister Fidelas Atienza, as suggested by a friend, started making ube halaya similar to that of Tantamco’s, the original maker of ube halaya in Baguio.  As time goes by, she perfected it and student workers started helping stir the ube. Nowadays, they are said to use machines for easier processing, but the ube jam undoubtedly remains mouth-watering, and one of the best souvenirs from Baguio.

22.BAGUIO FOOD TRIP

Don’t miss trying out the artsy local restaurants while you are here, it’s definitely one of the top things to do in Baguio! It may not be known as a food haven like Pampanga or Cebu, etc., but since it’s a melting pot of cultures, you’ll be pleasantly surprised if you go on a food trip.  I’ll create a separate blogpost, probably in the future, but to give you an idea, some of the best known restaurants here includes: Good Taste,  Café by the Ruins, Maeve Café at Ilikha Artist Village, The Farmer’s Daughter, Grumpy Joe, Foggy Mountain Cookhouse, among others.

23.BELL CHURCH 

• Opening Hours: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
• How to get there: Ride the jeepney bound for La Trinidad at the jeepney terminal.  Get off at the jumping off point to the Bell Church, near the border of Baguio City and La Trinidad. It’s near the Valley of Colors (Stabosa Colorful Houses). Fare is roughly ₱25 ($0.45). Walk for a few minutes to Bell Church.
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Stobosa Colorful Houses

If you are headed to Stabosa Colorful House (Valley of Colors) or to La Trinidad Baguio, the jeep that you’ll take will pass by the Bell Church.  Thus, you can drop by at this distinctly Chinese Buddhist temple on your way there or on your way back to Baguio city.

The Bell Church is an old temple established in 1960 by the Chinese immigrants from Guangzhou (formerly Canton, China) headed by Ng Pee. It is situated in Brgy.Balili La Trinidad, Benguet, near the border of Baguio City.

I remember visiting Baguio over a decade ago, and I told myself I wanted to see something different, so I went to the Bell Church. When I first set foot on its ground, I feel like being transported to a different place. Everywhere I look it’s distinctly Chinese, the ornate pailou, the towering pagoda, the dragons, and the images of Buddhas and saints.

  24. STOBOSA COLORFUL HOUSES (Colors of Stobosa)

• Entrance Fee: Donation
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Bell Church

  When you visit Baguio and Benguet, you’ll most likely notice the house-fringed hills that clad the city.  A rising tourist destination is Stobosa, composed of 3 sitios: Stonehill, Botiw-tiw, and Sadjap in Brgy.Balili, La Trinidad. The site is now referred to as the Colors of Stobosa, known for its colorful houses, which is somehow inspired by the Favelas of Rio de Janiero in Brazil.  The solar artist Jordan Mang-osan led a team of Tam-Awan Vilage artists, including Ged Alangui, Jenny Lorenzo, and Clinton Aniversaryo with the help of the DOT Cordillera Region and Davis Paint to revitalize the area as part of the RevBloom (revitalize and bloom) campaign.  They painted almost all the houses (except for the original blue house) here as if it is one big mural as homage to what they believe as the area of origin of mountains of sunflowers and limestone rock formations.  The residents here hoped that through this, their livelihood will be boosted.

25. LA TRINIDAD STRAWBERRY FARM

• Strawberry Picking : ₱700 ($12.51) per kilo
• How to get to La Trinidad Strawberry Farm : Make your way to Shuntag Road in front of Baguio City Hall. Ride the jeepney en route to La Trinidad and tell the driver to drop you off at La Trinidad Strawberry Farm. Fare is ₱30 ($0.54) per person. Alternatively, you may take a cab from Baguio City to La Trinidad Strawberry Farm for roughly ₱160 ($2.88) – ₱200 ($3.60), good for 3-4 persons.

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Baguio is the first place in the Philippines known for strawberries that are grown in Benguet.  Strawberry picking is one of the top things to do when in Baguio and Benguet.  The La Trinidad Strawberry Farm is situated in Brgy.Betag, a high altitude place, best for growing strawberries. It is actually owned by the Benguet State University who leases the land to farmers for strawberry cultivation.  Lettuce and other vegetables are also grown here.  You can go strawberry picking for ₱500 ($10) per kilo.

The best months to for strawberry picking in Benguet are November to February when strawberries are ripe for picking.  March is also a good time to visit since it’s the month when the locals celebrate the Strawberry Festival.

Also, you can buy strawberry product souvenirs here like Strawberry wines and jams, and other Baguio souvenirs.

26. PANAGBENGA FESTIVAL

The Panagbenga Festival is where you’ll witness street parades with participants clad in their native costumes or flower costumes. Don’t miss the highlight of the festivity which is the Panagbenga float parade when massive floats flaunt the streets of Baguio.

• Location: Harrison Road, Session Road, Burnham Park

27. NORTHERN BLOSSOM FLOWER FARM

If you have the luxury of time, you can make a side trip to Northern Blossom Park from Baguio, which is situated in Brgy. Sayangan in Atok, Benguet.  This place is peppered with colorful flowers rarely seen in most parts of the Philippines.  The view of the surrounding massif here will make you feel alive and appreciate nature more.

For a detailed direction to Northern Blossom Park, check out my comprehensive blog below, click the lin.

  ALSO READ: NORTHERN BLOSSOM FLOWER PARK

28. mt. ulap.

If you’re the adventurous type you can go climb Mt.Ulap, a perfect day hike from Baguio. It’s about 1 hour away from downtown Baguio by public jeepney to Ampucao, Itogon, Benguet. It is dubbed as a beginner’s hike with 3/10 difficulty level. However, according to beginner hikers who have tried climbing this beauty, it’s not an easy feat. It may take 4-11 hours to hike Mt. Ulap depending on your endurance. You can climb Mt.Ulap DIY but you can also join a group hike though the link below.

MT.ULAP DAY HIKE: BOOK HERE

29.mt. pulag.

Mt. Pulag National Park is a sacred mountain inhabited by different indigenous groups such as the Ibalois, Ifugaos, Karao, Kankana-eys, and Kalayunga. It is the highest mountain in Luzon Philippines, and the 3 rd highest in the country. It is under 2 administrative jurisdiction: Cordillera and Cagayan.

Mt. Pulag is pretty popular for its “Sea of Clouds”, and is dubbed as the “Playground of the Gods”.  It is pretty scenic because this mountain features vast grasslands, mossy forest, pine forest, and its slopes are covered by dwarf bamboos.

There are 4 major trails to Mt. Pulag summit: Ambangeg, Akiki, Tawangan, and Ambaguio (via Nueva Vizcaya). If you’re a beginner, Ambangeg is the recommended trail.

MT.PULAG HIKE (From Baguio): RESERVE HERE

Mt.pulag hike (2 days 1 night): reserve here.

While you are in Baguio, you can take a side trip to Bokod, Benguet. This sleepy town is home to scenic tourist spots such as Ambuklao Lake and Dam, Daclan Sulfur Spring, and Jang Jang Bridge. For a hassle free tour of Boko, you can join a group tour below.

BOKOD (Spring, Dam, Falls Tour): BOOK HERE

Other baguio tourist spots, 32.ifugao woodcarver’s village.

While tourists usually know Asin Road for Bencab Museum, sculpture lovers flock here for the Ifugao Woodcarver’s Village, also called Itogon Woodcarver’s Village.  Based on anecdotes, the history of Ifugao woodcarving traces its roots in the village of Hapao in Hungduan. But after the World War II, due to the increasing demands of foreign tourists to take home local handicrafts, five migrants from Hungduan and Banaue migrated here and brought some Ifugao woodcarvers. Thus, the Ifugao Woodcarver’s Village was born.  Most of the woodcarver’s shops are concentrated along Asin Road. Here, you can buy high quality Ifugao sculptures, wood craft, and other local handcrafted products.  The woodcarver’s can also made to order goods.

Interestingly, they also celebrate the Pa-ot Festival in Asin Road to celebrate the Ifugao woodcarvers’ skills in creating, as well as honor the old Asin Munpa-ot (carvers).  The residents here dance the streets during the festivity wearing their crafts, like spears, shields, and carved fertility statues.

• Address: Asin Road, Baguio

33. MARY KNOLL ECOLOGICAL SANCTUARY

• Entrance Fee: ₱75 ($1.35)
• Open Hours: Daily 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
• Location: #25 North Santo Tomas Road, Baguio, Benguet
• How to get there: Make your way to Igorot Park and ride a jeepney with Campo Sioco sign. Tell the driver you drop you off at Mary Knoll Ecological Sanctuary. Fare is roughly ₱13 ($0.26). Alternatively, you can also take a taxi, far is roughly ₱65 ($1.17) to ₱80 ($1.44), and travel time is approximately 10 minutes.

This timeless green sanctuary in Baguio aims to restore and preserve nature. A leisurely walk here will take you the 14 Stations of the Cosmic Journey, which aims to tell the story of how the universe was created.

34.UNCLE SAM’S AGRI-TOURISM PARK

This new Baguio tourist attraction is located between the borders of Baguio and Tuba, Benguet. It is oozing with stone sculptures, artworks, and greenery.

• Adults – ₱100 ($1.79)
• Seniors & PWD – ₱80 ($1.44)
• Kids (12 y.o and below) – ₱50 ($0.90)
• Open Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 3 hours maximum stay
• Location: KM5 Asin Road, Baguio City
• How to get to Uncle Sam’s Farm Baguio : Head to the jeepney terminal at Kayang, near Julie’s Bakeshop and Panadero. Ride the jeepney with a signage KM6 Asin Road, Baguio City “Cinco”. Tell the driver to drop you at the first checkpoint. Uncle Sam’s Farm is about 10 minute walk from the highway.

35.PINE TREES OF THE WORLD PARK

This place was initially planned to be planted with different varieties of pine trees, hence the name “Pine Trees of the World Park”.  It’s not as famous as the Camp John Hay Eco-Trail, but it is also home to towering pines trees. And this is pretty easy to reach as it is near UP Baguio and Museo Kordilyera.

• Location: Governor Pack Road, Baguio

36. BAGUIO MUSEUM

  The charming Baguio Museum’s architecture is inspired by the traditional Ifugao house is another famed Baguio tourist attraction. It was built in 1975 and situated at the corner of Governor Pack Road and Harrison Road.  Baguio Museum houses a variety of artifacts originating from the 6 provinces of the Cordilleras (Abra, Apayao, Benguet, Kalinga, Ifugao, and Mountain Province) as well as Ifugao artworks and woodcarvings and exhibits. Ernesto Dul-ang is Baguio Museum’s resident wood carver, some of his great works include that can be found here are “The Surrender of General Tomoyuki Yamashita”, the totem pole of the Mayors who assisted in the development of the Baguio Museum, and the dioramas at the entrance of the Museum.

• College – ₱70 ($1.26)
• Highschool – ₱60 ($1.08)
• Elementary – ₱40 ($0.72)
• Seniors & PWD – ₱50 ($0.90)
• Open Hours: Tuesday to Sunday – 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Location: DOT – PTA Complex Gov’t Pack Road, Baguio City
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Museo Kordilyera – UP Baguio

37. MUSEO NG KORDILYERA

  Located inside UP Baguio is the Museo ng Kordilyera, which aims to cultivate understanding for the Indigenous People of the Cordillera and Northern Luzon. Displayed here are artifacts from the Cordillera region, and contributions from Bencab Museum, Baguio Museum, Saint Louis University Museum, and UP Baguio Library and Archives.

• Adults – ₱60 ($1.08)
• Students – ₱30 ($0.54)
• Seniors & PWD – 20% discount
• Open Hours: Tuesday to Friday – 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Location: University of the Philippines Baguio Campus, 30 Gov. Pack Rd, Baguio, 2600 Benguet

38. BAGUIO CATHEDRAL (OUR LADY OF ATONEMENT CATHEDRAL)

• Address: Mary Hill, Cathedral Loop, Baguio City, Benguet
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Session Road,  Burnham Park, Baguio Cathedral, Ukay-ukay,

The famed pink Romanesque revival-inspired church with twin spires and belfry is one of the top Baguio tourist spots.  Baguio Cathedral  stands proudly on Mount Mary Hill, formerly called Kampo.  This biggest church in the city is dedicated to Our Lady of the Atonement. It survived the bombing back in 1945 and served as an evacuation center during that time, thereby saving many lives.

39.UKAY-UKAY

• Open Hours: Depends on each shop, but usually they’re open until 8:00 PM only.
• Location: Along Session Road and Harrison Road
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Session Road, Burnham Park, Baguio Cathedral, Oh My Gulay

One of the top things to do in Baguio to to go to ukay-ukay or wagwagan. Many thrift shops mushroomed over the years around and near its central business district, offering cheap clothes, jackets, shoes, toys, bags, etc. My go to ukay-ukay shops in Baguio are located at the corner of F.Calderon along Session Road . This place is quite clean compared to other shops, but the apparels are quite expensive compared to the usual ukay-ukay, perhaps because of its popularity.

Bayanihan along Shanum Street is also a pretty famous  ukay-ukay haven. Most of the products here are upscale, so expect the price to be quite expensive compared to the usual ukay-ukay prices.

Another great place to shop for ukay-ukay are the shops around U-need Supermart along San Perfecto Street corner Session Road , it’s fronting Malcolm Square

40. BAGUIO NIGHT MARKET

• Open Hours: 09:00 PM to 2:00 AM
• Location: Harrison Road, Benguet
• Nearby Baguio Tourist Spots: Burnham Park, Baguio Cathedral, Oh My Gulay

About 1,081 stalls open from 9:00 PM to 02:00 AM along Harrison Street, it is popularly known as Baguio Night Market and a key tourist attraction in Baguio City. It is a popular tourist attraction in the city where vendors sell old and new apparels, goods, decors, and food at reasonable prices. It was founded about a decade ago as a means for the traders who don’t have stalls to earn a living. But recently, officials of the city are thinking of relocating it, because of the heavy traffic it causes.

41. BRIDAL VEILS FALLS

There’s a waterfall in Baguio? Yes. It’s found along Kennon Road, so if you’re using a private vehicle, you might want to drop by the Bridal Veils Falls.  It’s a few steps away from the highway via a metal  hanging bridge.  The waterfalls is quite tall, and makes for a great photo op.

 42.LION’S HEAD (KENNON ROAD)

 HOW TO GET TO BAGUIO

1.From Manila, take a bus bound for Baguio. Victory Liner has buses to Baguio from Cubao and Pasay. Alternatively, you may also take Genesis Bus or Joy Bus to Baguio. Regular Aircon Express bus fare from Baguio to Cubao is roughly ₱626 ($11.14), while from Pasay to Baguio bus fare is around ₱640 ($11.39). See Victory Liner Bus fare below.

MANILA TO BAGUIO BUS (PITX & Cubao): BOOK HERE

Manila to baguio bus (pasay, cubao, pitx): reserve here.

VICTORY LINER BUS FARE  (Cubao to Baguio)

*If you are traveling on a Friday night or over the weekend via Victory Liner, make sure you buy your ticket in advance as the line can get pretty long.  It took us 2.5 hours as chance passenger to ride the bus to Baguio. Otherwise, go to the other bus companies like Genesis and Joy Bus, they also have terminals in Cubao and Pasay.

If you are traveling in group, you may want to consider renting a van to Baguio from Manila, Tagaytay, La Union, Baguio, and more.

PRIVATE VAN TRANSFER (MANILA TO BAGUIO): BOOK HERE

Getting around baguio, baguio by tour package.

If you want a hassle-free tour of Baguio, there are several  DOT-accredited tour operators in Baguio. It is best to book a tour with them. If your time is limited,  you can also book a day tour from Manila to Baguio. SEE THE TOURS ABOVE THIS BLOG UNDER BAGUIO TRIP ESSENTIALS.

BAGUIO BY TAXI

Touring by taxi in Baguio is also a good option,  that’s because taxi drivers in Baguio are generally honest, they would use the meter and give you the exact exchange.  The current flag down rate is roughly ₱40 ($0.72) for the first 500 meters, with ₱2 ($0.040) per 100 meter increments thereafter.  Baguio taxi tour rate depends on how many hours you plan to tour Baguio.  Usual rate per day now for hiring a taxi in Baguio for 1 day is ₱3,500 ($62.94) to ₱4,000 ($71.93)  that’s good for 3-4 people and tour is from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

BAGUIO BY JEEPNEY

It is possible to get around in Baguio by jeepney. The starting rate for the classic jeepney is ₱13 ($0.23).  This is good if you want to do a DIY Baguio Travel, but make sure you know the Baguio jeepney routes (which is quite confusing) to avoid getting lost.  There’s also the airconditioned jeep now in Baguio but I haven’t tries riding it yet.

You can also hire a jeepney in Baguio to see some of the new Baguio tourist spots, as well as the classic destinations if you are a large group, say group of 10 or more. There’s a jeepney terminal just outside Victory Liner, you may ask the drivers for per day rate.

WHERE TO STAY IN BAGUIO

Baguio is peppered with hotels for all types of budget. I recommend staying near Burnham Park or Session Road as it is near to most establishments.  But many of the newer hotels in Baguio are located outside the downtown area. Anyway, it’s easy to get to the city center via taxi or Grab, fare here is pretty cheap. And also, most taxi drivers in Baguio are honest. They will really give you an exact change.

• Sotogrande Hotel Baguio
• Location: Baguio City Proper
• CHECK RATES HERE OR RESERVE HERE

Stayed in Sotogrande Hotel last time. This is a new hotel. Room has enough space to move around. Their breakfast buffet is pretty generous. They have an in-house restaurant, and I like their crispy pata, pizza and pasta. For dessert, try their sansrival cake.  

• The Forest Lodge at Camp John Hay
• Location: Camp John Hay

Stayed here before and I really like the cozy lobby of this hotel as well as the restaurant. Rooms are spacious too. Food at the restaurant is just okay.

• G1 Lodge Design Hotel
• Paladin Hotel
• Location: Baguio City Proper (near Burnham Park)
• The Orchard Hotel Baguio

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Baguio itinerary: 30+ best baguio tourist spots and things to do (travel guide blog 2024 for first-timers).

Traveling to Baguio City this 2024? Check out this updated Baguio Travel Guide Blog with a list of top things to do in Baguio, best tourist spots, awesome places to visit, recommended hotels and sample Baguio itinerary to help you plan your trip!

30+ things to do in baguio city + tourist spots and attractions 2024.

• Lion's Head
• Baguio Cathedral
• Burnham Park
• Camp John Hay
• The Bell House
• Cemetery of Negativism
• Baguio Tree Top Adventure
• Mines View Park
• Strawberry Farms in La Trinidad
• Bencab Museum
• Baguio Museum
• Tam-Awan Village
• Old Diplomat Hotel
• Baguio Night Market
• Lourdes Grotto
• Wright Park
• The Mansion
• Baguio Botanical Garden
• Laperal Mansion
• The Bell Church
• Asin Hot Springs
• Colors of StoBosa
• Philippine Military Academy
• Mt. Cabuyao
• Baguio Public Market
• Session Road
• Good Shepherd Convent
• Baguio Food Trip
• Baguio Staycation
• Sky Ranch Baguio
• Panagbenga Festival
• Mirador Heritage and Eco Park
• How to Get to Baguio City?

WHERE TO STAY: Hotels in Baguio City

• AWESOME DEALS! Hotels in Baguio with Promos and Discounts
• Sample Baguio Day Tour Itinerary from Manila
• Sample Baguio Itinerary (3 Days and 2 Nights)

Important Reminders Before Traveling to Baguio City

• More Travel Guide Below!

1. Take a photo of the Lion’s Head

2. Visit and Pray at the Baguio Cathedral

3. Jog, Bike, or Go Boating at Burnham Park

4. Explore Camp John Hay

5. Visit The Bell House at Camp John Hay

6. Visit the Cemetery of Negativism

7. Have fun at Baguio Tree Top Adventure

8. Head to Mines View Park

9. Visit Strawberry Farms in La Trinidad

10. Appreciate Art and Nature at BenCab Museum

11. Visit Baguio Museum

12. Discover Tam-Awan Village

13. Explore the Old Diplomat Hotel

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14. Go Bargain-Hunting at Baguio Night Market (Ukay-ukay)

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15. Go up and offer flowers at the Lourdes Grotto

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16. Try Horseback Riding at Wright Park

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17. Take a leisurely walk at The Mansion

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19. Take a photo of the Laperal Mansion

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20. Admire the intricate Taoist Architecture of Bell Church

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21. Take a Dip at the Asin Hot Springs

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22. Check out the Colors of StoBoSa (Valley of Colors)

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23. Visit the Philippine Military Academy

24. Go hiking at Mt. Cabuyao in the nearby town of Tuba

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25. Buy fresh goods at Baguio City Public Market

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26. Enjoy the nightlife at Session Road

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27. Buy Pasalubong at the Good Shepherd Convent

28. Go on a Baguio Food Trip

29. Enjoy a Baguio Staycation

Awesome hotels deals and promos in baguio city.

• Up to 40% off! - The Manor at Camp John Hay Discounted Room Package
• Up to 20% off! - The Forest Lodge at Camp John Hay
• Up to 30% off! - Kamiseta Hotel Baguio Discounted Room Package
• Up to 25% off! - Grand Sierra Pines Baguio Hotel
• Up to 15% off! - Safari Lodge Baguio by Log Cabin Hotel
• Up to 15% off! - Microtel by Wyndham Baguio (Near Victory Liner and SM Baguio)

More Hotels and Transient Houses in Baguio City with Promos and Discounted Rates, HERE !

30. Enjoy Sky Ranch Baguio

31. Experience Panagbenga Festival

32. Mirador Heritage and Eco Park

HOW TO GET TO BAGUIO CITY?

For the bus schedules, fares, travel time and more tips on how to get to baguio city from manila, please check out my post: how to get to baguio from manila by bus and private car.

The Manor at Camp John Hay

Azalea residences baguio, c boutique hotel, microtel inn & suites by wyndham baguio, for my reviews on these hotels, please visit: ultimate list of best hotels in baguio city ..

• Azalea Hotels & Residences Baguio
• 3D2N at Chalet Baguio with Dining Credits
• Safari Lodge Baguio by Log Cabin Hotel
• Microtel by Wyndham Baguio (Near Victory Liner and SM Baguio)
• The Orchard Hotel Baguio
• Grand Sierra Pines Baguio Stay with PHP 1,000 Dining Credits and Perks

SAMPLE BAGUIO DAY TOUR ITINERARY FROM MANILA

• 05:00 am - ETA in Baguio
• Present ID & QTP at triage center
• Morning tour stops and highlights: Philippine Military Academy, Camp John Hay, Wright Park, The Mansion, Mines View Park, Good Shepherd (Pasalubong Shopping) , Botanical Garden
• 12:00 nn - Lunch
• Afternoon tour stops and highlights: Stobosa Mural/Colorful Houses, Bell Church, Strawberry Farm (if open), Lourdes Grotto, Diplomat Hotel, Burnham Park √ Book a Guided Burnham Park Tour here!
• 07:00 pm - ETD from Baguio City
• 12:00 mn - ETA in Manila

SAMPLE BAGUIO ITINERARY (3 Days and 2 Nights)

Day 0 - departure.

• 12:00 mn - departure from Metro Manila

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL + CITY TOUR PART 1

• 05:00 am - arrival in Baguio City / Present ID & QTP at triage center
• 05:30 am - breakfast
• 07:00 am - visit or attend mass at the Baguio Cathedral
• 08:30 am - proceed to the hotel √ See here list of hotels in Baguio City
• 09:00 am - early check-in (if allowed) or leave your bags
• 10:00 am - go to Camp John Hay
• Tree Top Adventure
• 01:00 pm - Lunch
• 02:00 pm - proceed to Burnham Park √ Book a Guided Burnham Park Tour here!
• 03:00 pm - go biking, boating, or just hang out at Burnham Park
• Baguio Instagram Walking Tour
• Baguio Historical Walking Tour
• Baguio Creative Walking Tour
• University Guided Walking Tour in Baguio
• 05:00 pm - Walk along Session road
• 06:30 pm - Baguio Night Market or Sky Ranch Baguio √ Buy Discounted Tickets Here!
• 08:30 pm - dinner
• 09:30 pm - back at the hotel

DAY 2 - BENCAB MUSEUM + LA TRINIDAD

• 07:00 am - go to Bencab Museum
• 08:00 am - explore Bencab Museum
• 10:00 am - brunch at Sabel Cafe inside Bencab Museum
• 11:00 am - go to The Bell Church
• 12:00 nn - explore The Bell Church
• 01:00 pm - walk to Colors of Stobosa
• 01:30 pm - proceed to Strawberry Farms √ Book a Strawberry Tour here!
• 02:00 pm - strawberry picking
• 03:00 pm - go back to Baguio City
• 04:00 pm - shop for pasalubong at Baguio Public Market
• 05:30 pm - walk along Session Road, rest at Burnham Park √ Book a Guided Burnham Park Tour here!
• 07:00 pm - dinner
• 09:00 pm - back at the hotel

DAY 3 - CITY TOUR PART 2 + DEPARTURE

• 05:00 am - sunrise viewing at Mines View Park
• 06:00 am - shop for souvenirs
• 07:00 am - walk to Good Shepherd Convent and buy Ube Jam
• 08:00 am - visit Laperal House, Wright Park, have Stawberry Taho for breakfast, The Mansion and Baguio Botanical Garden
• 11:00 am - back at the hotel, prepare for check-out
• 12:00 nn - check-out
• 01:00 pm - lunch
• 02:00 pm - departure

Indeed, Baguio City 's cold weather, breathtaking views, charming ambience, delectable food offerings , endless list of scenic attractions and awesome things to do are just some of the reasons why it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Philippines. There you have it, my top things to do in Baguio City that you should include in your itinerary! I hope this Baguio Travel Guide Blog help you decide where to go and what to do in Baguio City. For first-time travelers heading north of Luzon, save this and use it as your guide in planning your trip. Tara, let's visit Baguio City soon!

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Baguio Itinerary: Ultimate Travel Guide 2023

Baguio City is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Philippines. Filipinos love visiting this place because of its cool climate, stunning views, affordable food, and rich culture and heritage. Our team regularly travels to this beautiful city in the mountains; thus, we created the Ultimate Baguio Itinerary Travel Guide.

Post Updated: September 7, 2023: We updated the travel requirements mandated by Baguio City’s tourism office. We also added the new 24-hour tourism hotline for any concerns. You can call the tourism office at (074) 446 2009. Additionally, we created a Google Map List of places to eat and tourist spots to visit that you can add to your smartphone for easier access. Head to the best restaurants and places to visit section of this post.

• Basic Information and Brief History

Create a Visita Account and Generate QTP

• Baguio Accredited Travel and Tours Agencies
• 2 Days and 1 Night
• 3 Days and 2 Nights

Best Hotel in Baguio

Best restaurants in baguio, tourist spots in baguio.

• Best Month to Visit and Festivals

Baguio City: Basic Information and Brief History

Baguio is a highly urbanized city located in the province of Benguet. It is also known as the Summer Capital of the Philippines due to its chilly year-round environment. The city sits 4810 feet (1466 meters) above sea level, and its location is conducive to cultivating different root crops and vegetables.

Baguio City is also abundant in history. During the American Colonial Period in the 1900s, the US Military used Baguio as a hill station. Daniel Burnham, an urban designer, plans the whole city’s distinct layout. Unfortunately, during World War II, the Japanese attacked Camp John Hay, turning the city into ruins.

Currently, Baguio City is one of the most famous tourist spots in the country. But, who could imagine this mountainous city has a lot of historical moments that shaped the Philippines today?

Baguio Travel Requirements 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected tourism not just in the Philippines but also around the world. Tourism is one of the economic sources of Baguio City, dramatically influencing people’s livelihood. As the city tries its best to recover from the pandemic, the local government decided to lift some of its travel restrictions to accommodate more tourists around the world.

Before visiting Baguio City, you need to have the following:

• QR-Code Traveler’s Pass (QTP)
• Vaccine Card/Certificate

To generate a QTP needed for your travel, please follow these steps:

• Create a  Baguio Visita Account  at  http://visita.baguio.gov.ph/
• Click ‘Schedule a Visit.’
• Create and schedule your travel by filling out the fields of information given (travel details, accommodation, travel agent details, place of origin, transportation details, and vaccination category), then click the “PROCEED” button.

As per Baguio’s tourism office, registration through the Visita Website is still mandatory for non-residents and non-employees of Baguio City. Additionally, group registration is also available on the Visita Website. You can do that by doing the following:

• Inside your Visita Account, go to My Travels.
• Click the ‘Add a Companion’ button and type the details needed.

Please visit the Baguio Visita Website at http://visita.baguio.gov.ph/ for more details. You can also contact their 24-hour tourism hotline at (074) 446 2009 for any concerns.

Baguio Accredited Travel and Tours Agency

For a seamless travel experience in Baguio City, we recommend contacting a Baguio-accredited travel agency or tour guide before your visit. You can access the list of accredited travel agencies and tour guides through this link: https://visita.baguio.gov.ph/explore/6 . The local government recommends contacting a tour guide or travel agency before your visit.

Baguio Itinerary

It is important to have a planned itinerary for every vacation. This is vital for everyone to experience a seamless and hassle-free trip. Exploring Baguio City is easy. With proper planning, we can visit the city’s best spots efficiently. This section will feature several itineraries that will fit your needs.

Update: September 7, 2023: These itineraries are designed for DIY purposes. You can still check out these itineraries, which will give you an idea of where to go and what to visit in Baguio City. Again, contacting a travel and tour agency is highly recommended before visiting this beautiful city. Please see the link above for the complete list of accredited travel and tour agencies.

Baguio Itinerary 1 Day: Exploring East Side Only

This itinerary is suitable for a one-day tour. It is designed for travelers who plan to visit Baguio City as a side trip (for example, coming from Sagada ). It explores the city’s east side with a mix of chill and adventurous notes. The day will start at the stunning view of the Amburayan Valley in Mines View Park and ends in a relaxed way at Starbucks Camp John Hay.

Check the map below for the location of each tourist spot or restaurant mentioned. The map enumerates the places in chronological order.

Baguio Itinerary 2 Days 1 Night: Exploring Part of Baguio + La Trinidad and Tuba in Benguet

The 2 Days 1 Night Baguio Itinerary explores the tourist spots outside Baguio City with a combination of the previous example. The first day will start at the luscious  Strawberry Farm of La Trinidad in Benguet and follow a southward fashion. The second day will be similar to the Day Tour Itinerary Sample.

The map below chronologically presents the places to visit for Day 1 of the 2D1N Baguio Itinerary. Day 2 is similar to the previous itinerary, so check the last map for reference.

Baguio Itinerary 3 Days and 2 Nights: Exploring Baguio and Certain Parts of Benguet

This Itinerary explores the popular tourist spots and never-seen places in Baguio. The first day of this Baguio Itinerary will explore the outskirts of the city, specifically the elusive Café in the Sky. The rest of the days will combine the two previous itineraries.

As of September 7, 2023, Cafe in the Sky is closed to the public. We suggest being flexible in your itinerary and visiting other city breakfast cafes.

The map below features the places to visit for Day 1 of the 3D2N Baguio Itinerary. Kindly check the maps posted above for Days 2 and 3 of this trip.

These are our sample itineraries. We have used these itineraries in Baguio City for the last five years, and we hope this information will guide you in planning your next Baguio City Getaway. Now that you know our itineraries, it’s time to see our recommended hotels, restaurants, and other tourist spots in this marvelous city.

When choosing your accommodation, you must consider your budget and preferences. We are here to explore Baguio, not to hit the sack all day in our hotel room. That’s why a cheap yet comfortable room is enough. So please take a look at our recommended hotels and stays in Baguio.

Our Choice: Microtel by Wyndham Baguio City

This is our favorite hotel in Baguio City. Microtel is a three-star hotel that provides outstanding comfort and service to its guest. What we like the most about this place is its location. Microtel is located beside Victory Liner Bus Station and is also accessible to different tourist spots in the city. They also have a complimentary breakfast buffet included in the room package.

Microtel’s rates are slightly expensive, and their standard deluxe room costs around PHP 4,000 a night. But with Agoda, you can book a room online at discounted rates of up to 50% off.  Click this link to see the discounted rates in Microtel.

Baguio City is also best when it comes to food trips. Most restaurants here offer big servings at an affordable price. The servings are so huge that you can share them with friends and family. Here are five of our recommended restaurants and cafes that you should try:

• Good Taste Restaurant  – Best 24-Hour Restaurant. This food place offers a variety of Filipino Cuisine with huge servings at an affordable price!
• Oh, My Gulay!  – An artsy place and restaurant located at the heart of Session Road in Baguio.
• 50’s Diner  – Travel back to the 50s and enjoy the food of the American Era.
• Baguio Craft Brewery  – Chill at night and have a glass of the best-tasting crafted beers in the city.
• Lemon and Olives  – The First Greek Restaurant in Baguio City!

For more details and a complete list of our recommended food places in Baguio,  check out our trending post: Where to Eat in Baguio . In this article, we listed more than ten restaurants and cafes in Baguio, so check it out. If you would like to add a list on your Google Maps on your smartphone, click this link and follow the list that will pop up on your phone: https://goo.gl/maps/P9rsKR7oEC6ebDmf7

Baguio City has many tourist attractions that are great for family bonding or spending time with friends. You will surely enjoy exploring these places while savoring the city’s cold climate. Here are five tourist spots you can visit in Baguio City:

• Burnham Park
• Baguio Cathedral
• Camp John Hay
• Mines View Park
• Tam-Awan Village

For more details, you can check our 18 Baguio Tourist Spots to Visit article . It’s a trending article that you should read, and it can also help you plan your vacation in Baguio City. You can also add and follow our tourist spot list on Google Maps on your smartphone. Click this link to add our list on your smartphone: https://goo.gl/maps/Kyz7NE8CWdQcPtQk8

Other Information

When is the best month to visit baguio city.

It is best to visit Baguio during December, January, and February. These periods are also the most congested since travelers all over the country want to experience a pleasant cool climate. Furthermore, Baguio City celebrates the Panagbenga Flower Festival annually in February .

Visiting Baguio City during March, April, and May is also good, but it will be slightly warmer than the previous months. Avoid visiting Baguio City from September to November due to heavy rains, and some major highways are impassable because of the increased risk of landslides.

Any additional travel tips in Baguio City?

• One important keyword:  Follow . Follow your itinerary, the city’s safety standards, and the travel and tour agency.
• Bring your jackets . The night is colder than you think, and wearing a jacket is an added layer of protection against the city’s cold climate.
• Always keep yourself hydrated . Baguio City is a high-altitude city, and you might experience altitude sickness if you explore the place on foot. Always bring a water bottle with you to avoid getting altitude sickness.
• Always bring a small bag . In traveling, you might bring a big 30L to 40L backpack full of clothes and things you need for the following days of your trip. Of course, you will not be getting your heavy bags with you during the tour. Keep your main bag in your hotel room or accommodation. Bringing a small bag helps explore the city without the excess weight.
• Reservations are king . It’s better to reserve things in advance before any trip or activity. Many travelers visit the city daily, and full accommodation is a common problem. Always book your accommodation in advance, it’s better this way than letting yourselves stay in the street braving the cold night.
• Have an open mind and be responsible . We are all visitors to this place; be sensitive and respect their culture, values, and norms. Avoid throwing trash and be responsible.
• If you wish to contact any tourism officials in Baguio City, you can visit their tourism Facebook page at:  https://www.facebook.com/baguiotourism/ .

Did you find this post helpful? Please share it with your friends, and let us know in the comments section for any updates and suggestions for this post. This post was initially written by Blaine Lucero on February 7, 2019. Updated by Blaine Lucero on September 7, 2023.

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This is so informative and helpful. Thank you so much! We’re excited to experience strawberry picking specifically my son.

Hi po, thank you so much, these will surely help us on our upcoming Baguio Trip…

Just want to ask lang po, if we’re planning for a 4D3N – 4 pax trip to Baguio+Sagada, do you think its better to book for a joiners trip going to Sagada? cheaper po ba if ganun? ehehehe salamuchhhhhh.

hi. what time po open ang cafe in the sky?

The last time we visited Cafe in the Sky was in 2017. We arrived at 5 AM and the cafe was already opened. I don’t know if it’s still the same today since that area is closed to the public. Only residents of Baguio City are allowed to enter the area.

Have a safe trip!

Hi, totoo bang mahirap ang parking area sa mga tourist attraction? My friend told me na mas better iwan ang kotse sa accomodation then mag-taxi nalang?

Hi Carlo, Yes! The traffic is even worse during the holiday season. Most tourists keep their vehicles in their accommodation and ride a cab instead. Pero, it depends on the tourist attraction na pupuntahan ninyo. If you are planning to visit the most crowded places like (Wright Park, Mines View, Botanical Garden, and Session Road), I advise na mag-taxi na lang kayo. For places like BenCab and Strawberry Farm, you can bring your vehicle since medyo malayo na mga ito and baka mapa-mahal pa kayo if mag taxi kayo. Enjoy your upcoming vacation in Baguio!

Hello! True bang di na need ng QTP/Visita requirements pag nagpuntang Baguio?

Hi Key, I asked the staff from local Baguio Tourism Office and said that QTP is still required when visiting Baguio City. However, based on the experience of my fellow blogger on his recent trip, they are not implementing the QTP strictly anymore. To be safe, just apply for a QTP in case they look for it.

So helpful . Thank you!

My pleasure, Jessica! Enjoy your trip to Baguio City 🙂

So detailed. Btw, may we ask how much is the estimated amount for the itinerary of 3 days and 2 nights? Thank you so much!

Hi Belle, for a group of 4 people. The estimated budget would be around PHP 2000 to PHP 3000 per head.

Very helpful and detailed information indeed. Thank you so much. Do you have any updates to these places as of now in 2022? My family is planning to spend Christmas in Baguio City.

Hi Christine, I’m glad that we’re able to help! Enjoy your trip! 😁

Thanks a lot this is rly helpful! Hope you can update this for the Christmas season if you have time.

Hi Queeni, just hang in there. We will post the updated itineraries by the end of this week. Thanks!

Thank you for updating this and for creating itineraries we can follow.

It’s our pleasure! Our team is at Baguio City right now and we will update this post even further in the coming weeks. Stay safe always!

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Baguio is the most beautiful place to visit in Philippines. I like it so much and thanks for sharing the detailed information which was really very helpful. Thank you and keep posting!

Glad you like our post and thank you as well for the motivating words. 😀😀

Your blogs and vlogs are very informative and not boring. Keep eating guys! 🙂

Hello Pheng! Thank you! Your kind words encouraged us to do better for the blog. God bless! ^_^

I love the part you mentioned Baguio having bigger servings that’s very helpful. This was a great and informative read!

Thank you so much for visiting our blog. I’m glad to know that you find our content helpful. ^_^

Hi is there entrance fee in Secret garden ?

Want to avail this tour, asking for assistance and contact details?

Thank you for visiting our blog Andy. We are not offering tours. This post serves as a guide for DIY travelers and if you need a travel and tours company to help you in your Baguio Vacation, I can recommend one.

Thank you! I’ve booked a solo 7-day trip to Baguio and I honestly don’t know where to go. This itinerary helps a lot!

It’s our pleasure Reeseruna. I hope you had a wonderful trip ^_^

Strawberry ice cream is really something that no one should miss when visiting La Trinidad farms.

Di ko knows yung Cogcoga. Akala ko bundok lang nandoon.

It was an unexpected turn haha. We discovered a high-altitude community filled with joyous and enthusiastic people 🙂

Baguio will always be my second favorite city after Legazpi City, Albay where I grew up.

Nakakatuwa kasi Good Taste din ang una kong hinahanap pagbaba ko pa lang ng bus sa VLiner. Fresh and generous!

Nakacheck in na din ako sa Bed and Bath kaso I really don’t prefer dormitory styles at di ko bet CR nila. Though it’s cheap and very accessible sa down town.Pero last time we were there to ask tariffs, pogi yung front desk lols!

I went to Legazpi City last 2011, I think it’s time to revisit your home city again 🙂

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BAGUIO CITY TRAVEL GUIDE | Itinerary + Budget + Map [Updated 2022]

Baguio City has been called a lot of things—the City of Pines, the Summer Capital of the Philippines—but what it is, really, is my favorite city in the Philippines. It is arguably the hub of tourism in Luzon, especially during the month-long festivities of the Panagbenga Festival every February. It has the best thrift shopping places with its ukay-ukay stores. A food trip paradise with its numerous restaurants lining Session Road. And a weekend-getaway haven with its numerous tourist spots and general accessibility from Metro Manila. Its year-round cool and temperate weather only adds to its charm as a tourist destination. I know I’m not alone in nominating Baguio City as their favorite city, but if you’re still unconvinced, here’s a travel guide to convert you to become a certified Baguio Junkie.

UNDERSTAND BAGUIO

Baguio City is located in the Cordillera Administrative Region in the Philippines. Geographically, it is located within the province of Benguet, but it has since separated from the province when it became a chartered city. It is classified as a highly urbanized city with a total of 129 barangays. It is bordered on the north by the town of La Trinidad, west by Itogon, and south and east by Tuba. Elevated 1,470 meters above the sea, it was established by the Americans in 1900 as the Summer Capital and a Hill Station--the only one of its kind in the whole of Asia.

WHAT'S THE BEST TIME TO GO TO BAGUIO

It's generally okay to visit Baguio the whole year round, but the best time to go to Baguio depends on what you're looking for out of your trip. If you want to experience the coldest weather in the Philippines, go during the months of November to February. The cold peaks during January where temperature can go down to 6.3 degrees Celsius. If you want to avoid a massive rush of tourists, avoid the Panagbenga Festival dates which usually happen on February. The summer months of March to May can also be a good time to go to Baguio to get a little bit of respite from the heat. Note, however, that the weather can only go down to 25 to 16 degrees, the latter being during the dawn hours. These are the peak months of Baguio, be sure to book your hotels ahead of time and be prepared for the tourist crowd. The rainy months of June to October can be also a romantically beautiful time to go up to Baguio. It does get really cold during these months plus you get to experience a foggy Baguio. I would suggest these for tourists who have visited before—those who need not go to the usual Baguio tourist spots and can trade these for simple strolls around the city with umbrella on hand and long visits to cafes and restaurants. This is also the best time to avoid the crowd.

BAGUIO TRAVELER ESSENTIAL INFO

● Currency is in Philippine Peso. USD 1.00 is about PHP 58.00. ● ATM machines, banks, and money exchange kiosks are readily available and are spread throughout the city. The main hub is around Session Road. ● Type A (two flat vertical pins) is the electrical outlet used in Baguio City ● Always bring a jacket when traveling to Baguio City—it does get cold, even during the summer months. ● Baguio has a score of low when it comes to crime rates. The city is quite safe during the day, and even at night time. During my numerous visits to Baguio, I have never once felt unsafe or have fell victim to any type of crime. ● In cases of emergency and hospitalization, Baguio has a lot of hospitals plus a couple of General Hospitals and Medical Centers.

HOW TO GET TO BAGUIO CITY

Baguio City is located some 250 kilometers from Metro Manila and is elevated 1,450 meters above sea level. Buses are the usual transportation of choice when going to the city and travel time usually clocks in at six hours (from Manila). There used to be flights in and out of the city in years past, but it has been discontinued indefinitely . Flights will resume to Baguio (Loakan Airport) from Cebu starting December 2022. The city can also be accessed through the Ilocos Region and other parts of Luzon through various provincial bus lines and vans.

GETTING AROUND BAGUIO CITY

Jeepneys and taxis are the main modes of transportation in Baguio. Although it can be said that taxi cabs are more prevalent in the city than jeeps. This is probably due to the fact that taking a taxi in Baguio City is very cheap since most don’t need to use their air-conditioning—saving a lot on gas. Cab drivers are also very honest, giving back your change up to the last centavo. Flag down rate is ₱35.00. It’s still, however, cheaper to ride jeeps whether you’re going back to your hotel or some tourist spot in the city. Most tourist destinations in Baguio is, more often than not, accessible via jeepneys. Most of the terminals are located at the Igorot Park, beside Burnham Park, and the streets along the Baguio Public Market. If you’re not familiar with these places, don’t be shy to ask locals where the terminals are for any given destination. Minimum fare is ₱11.00.

TOURS IN BAGUIO CITY

SPEAK BAGUIO

Filipino and English are widely spoken in Baguio City but their main language is, surprisingly, Ilocano.  I was under the impression that Ibaloi, which is closely related to Pangasinense (another popular language in the city), or Kankana-ey, which is prevalent in the northern parts of Benguet Province would be more dominant. Here are a few phrases in Ilocano then to help endear yourselves to the locals (especially when haggling at ukay-ukay , lol).

Thank you - Agyamanak Good morning - Naimbag a bigat Good afternoon - Naimbag a malem Good evening - Naimbag a sardam How much is… - Sagmamano ti… Where is… - Ayanna ti…

WHERE TO STAY IN BAGUIO CITY

There are uncountable number of lodgings and accommodations in Baguio City. They range from cheap backpacker types to really posh hotels. It would take a dedicated website to list each and every inns, hostels, motels, dorms, homestays and hotels in Baguio City, so I’ll simply list down those where I’ve stayed in. The best area to stay in at Baguio is near Burnham Park since this is where most of good restaurants are in Baguio are. It is also convenient since the jeepney terminals are also just within the area. Granted that most of the big hotels around this area are expensive, you can find cheaper options along the side streets that are still within proximity to the park. And although it’s usually very easy to get a lodging as you arrive in Baguio City, I advise that you book ahead, especially during the busy Panagbenga and Christmas season.

WHERE TO EAT IN BAGUIO CITY

Baguio City is a food-lovers paradise. The city has every cuisine you can think of in every style of restaurants possible. You can dine cheaply on Chinese dishes on one day and splurge on the same dish on a different restaurant the next day. But since you’re in Baguio, might as well chow down on greens more—fresh veggies are quite abundant in the area, making them really affordable. Most restaurants crowd around the Session Road area, but be adventurous and try some out of the way places too. Also, check out curious art cafés that makes dining almost secondary.

BAGUIO ESSENTIAL EATS

When in Baguio, these are some of the essential and unique food and delicacies you need to try at least once. These are the food Baguio is famous for.

• Baguio Garlic Longganisa • Strawberry Taho • Fresh Strawberries • Peanut Brittle, Choco Flakes, & Sundot Kulangot from the Baguio Public Market • Hot Choco from Choco-late De Batirol • Ube Halaya from Good Shepherd • Strawberry Cake from Vizco's

WHAT TO SEE & DO IN BAGUIO CITY

Baguio City is one of the most visited regions in Luzon. With its slew of tourist spots that keep visitors going back, year after year, it really isn’t hard to reckon why. From pine-laden parks, to native villages. Horse-riding to boat-paddling. Trail hiking and strawberry pickings. Art museums and haunted houses. One can say that tourism is Baguio City’s middle name.

FESTIVALS IN BAGUIO CITY

PANAGBENGA FESTIVAL / PANAGBENGA FLOAT PARADE Festival Date: Every February

BAGUIO ARTS FESTIVAL Festival Date: Every November to December

SILAHIS NG PASKO Festival Date: Every December

WHERE TO SHOP & WHAT TO BUY IN BAGUIO CITY

Shopping for pasalubong and keepsakes is part and parcel of visiting Baguio City. One simply cannot go back home without bringing jars of strawberry jams, choco flakes, kinky barrel-man carvings, tacky shirts, keychains, and ref magnets with you. Add the fresh veggies and strawberries that can be bought very cheaply almost everywhere and you’ve got more than you can probably lift back home. You’d definitely run out of space for those walis tambo and giant kutsara at tinidor carvings very quickly if you don’t watch it.

BAGUIO CITY TOURIST SPOT MAP

Printable baguio map.

INTERACTIVE BAGUIO MAP

Baguio city sample itinerary with travel budget.

A two-day weekend tour is usually not enough to cover most of the tourist attractions in Baguio City. A three-day itinerary can do it, but for a more relaxed pace, I advise that you extend your vacation to at least five days. Spend those two extra days to visit the PMA grounds and the Balatoc Mines (now closed), or simply walk around the city—try out various restaurants, have coffee at the numerous cafes, and simply enjoy being in Baguio City. The Baguio itinerary I made can be for a day trip, an overnight stay, or a two-night stay. Traveling to Baguio City is not expensive. There are wide range of lodgings to choose from which can suit everyone’s budget. Food is also no problem since restaurants and eateries abound. Getting around is cheap, you can either ride a jeepney or take a cab, which is also surprisingly affordable, or better yet, walk. The city is both good for both budget backpackers and luxury travelers. Along with this Baguio itinerary is a budget guide. It details jeepney fares (most of the jeepney terminals are near Burnham Park or the public market, ask the locals), minimum food cost, and the cheapest room rental cost. Note that I purposely didn’t include the transportation fare of actually going to and from Baguio since that can differ greatly, depending on where you’re coming from. And as always, this budget guide is intended for the absolute minimum one can spend for a three-day Baguio trip based on the itinerary I listed below (not including the restaurants, shopping, and pasalubong).

► DAY ONE | ₱1,560.00 FOR TWO PERSONS

• Depart at midnight from Manila and arrive early in Baguio City • Breakfast (Recommended: Goto BP or Zola | both open 24 hours)     ₱70.00 X 2 | AVERAGE CHEAPEST CARINDERIA MEAL COST • Check in at hotel (leave your bags at the lobby if early check in is not allowed)     ₱100.00+/- | TAXI FARE FROM BUS TERMINAL TO LODGING     ₱450.00 | LODGING RENT PER DAY FOR TWO ► CHEAPEST RATE ONLINE • Visit Burnham Park (Have coffee or strawberry taho)     ₱20.00 X 2 | COFFEE OR TAHO • Visit Orchidarium • Visit Baguio Cathedral • Visit Baguio Museum     ₱40.00 X 2 | ENTRANCE FEE    • Visit Tam-Awan Village     ₱15.00 X 2 | JEEPNEY FARE FROM KAYANG ST. TO LONG-LONG / TAM-AWAN     ₱60.00 X 2 | ENTRANCE FEE • Visit Igorot Stone Kingdom     ₱100.00 X 2 | ENTRANCE FEE • Lunch (Recommended: Forest House or Tam-Awan Village)     ₱15.00 X 2 | JEEPNEY FARE TO CITY CENTER     ₱70.00 X 2 | AVERAGE CHEAPEST CARINDERIA MEAL COST • Visit Camp John Hay (The Manor, Treetop Adventure, Cemetery of Negativism, Bell House, Butterfly Sanctuary, Commissary, Starbucks)     ₱9.00 X 2 | JEEPNEY FARE FROM BURNHAM PARK TO CAMP JOHN HAY • Hike through the Camp John Hay Yellow Trail     ₱9.00 X 2 | JEEPNEY FARE TO CITY CENTER • Dinner (Recommended: Oh My Gulay!)     ₱70.00 X 2 | AVERAGE CHEAPEST CARINDERIA MEAL COST • Hang out at 108 Session Road Cafe     ₱???.?? X 2 | OPTIONAL • Visit Harrison Night Market     ₱???.?? X 2 | OPTIONAL

► DAY TWO | ₱1,100.00 FOR TWO PERSONS

• Early hotel check out (leave your bags at the lobby) FOR 2-DAY ITINERARY     ₱450.00 | LODGING RENT PER DAY FOR TWO • Breakfast (Recommended: Good Taste)     ₱70.00 X 2 | AVERAGE CHEAPEST CARINDERIA MEAL COST • Visit Bell Church     ₱9.00 X 2 | JEEP FROM RIZAL PARK TO BELL CHURCH • Visit Stobosa Art Mural • Visit Strawberry Farm     ₱9.00 X 2 | JEEP FROM STOBOSA TO STRAWBERRY • Lunch (Recommended: Valley View Cafe at Strawberry Farm or 50's Diner)     ₱11.00 x 2 | JEEP TO CITY CENTER     ₱70.00 X 2 | AVERAGE CHEAPEST CARINDERIA MEAL COST • Visit Laperal White House     ₱9.00 X 2 | JEEP TO MINES VIEW     ₱50.00 X 2 | ENTRANCE FEE • Visit Botanical Garden     ₱9.00 X 2 | JEEP FROM LAPERAL TO BOTANICAL GARDEN • Visit Wright Park and The Mansion • Visit Mines View     ₱9.00 X 2 | JEEP TO MINES VIEW • Buy jams at Good Shepherd • Dinner (Recommended: Cafe by the Ruins)     ₱9.00 X 2 | JEEP TO BURNHAM PARK     ₱70.00 X 2 | AVERAGE CHEAPEST CARINDERIA MEAL COST • Board bus to Manila END OF 2-DAY ITINERARY

► DAY THREE | ₱972.00 FOR TWO PERSONS

• Early hotel check out (leave your bags at the lobby) FOR 3-DAY ITINERARY     ₱450.00 | LODGING RENT PER DAY FOR TWO • Breakfast (Recommended: Pizza Volante)     ₱70.00 X 2 | AVERAGE CHEAPEST CARINDERIA MEAL COST • Visit Lourdes Grotto     ₱9.00 X 2 | JEEP FROM KAYANG ST. TO LOURDES GROTTO • Visit Old Diplomat Hotel     ₱9.00 X 2 | JEEP TO OLD DIPLOMAT HOTEL • Visit BenCab Museum (make sure this does not fall on a Monday as they are closed, else, visit PMA instead)     ₱9.00 X 2 | JEEP TO CITY CENTER     ₱15.00 X 2 | JEEP FROM KAYANG ST. TO BENCAB MUSEUM • Lunch (Recommended: BenCab’s Cafe Sabel | if you decided on PMA, have lunch at 50’s Diner instead)     ₱70.00 X 2 | AVERAGE CHEAPEST CARINDERIA MEAL COST • Buy Pasalubong at Baguio Public Market     ₱9.00 X 2 | JEEP TO CITY CENTER • Get bags at the hotel • Dinner (Recommended: Te Quiero)     ₱70.00 X 2 | AVERAGE CHEAPEST CARINDERIA MEAL COST • Depart to Manila END OF 3-DAY ITINERARY

  TOTAL BUDGET: ₱3,632.00 FOR TWO PERSONS

  ₱ 1,816.00 PER PERSON   ₱ 605.33 PER PERSON PER DAY

* Based on two persons traveling together for 3 days and 2 nights in Baguio City

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249 comments.

Baguio was my dream destination when I was growing up to almost adulthood. I didn't get a chance to go there until I was already in college. Loved the place....I still do even, after I have been to many places in the world. Nothing beats first love.

I have to agree Bert, even with its haphazard development, I still love Baguio :)

Detailed and thorough. Ang galing naman idol! Ü

Salamat Kath, will add some more Baguio tourist spots and restaurants in time. Andami ko pa rin gustong bisitahin dun at mga blog backlogs :P

Thank you sa info! I am looking for a hotel in baguio.

No problem Marco! The ones I posted above range from very cheap to very expensive :P

awesome! thank you for the wide range of list from the transpo to food to places 😉. God bless

whew! ang intense! lahat na andito na pati ang paghulog ko sa hydro falls. nice :)

Hahaha wala akong balak puntahan yang hydro falls na yang, effort!! I'll add Bridal Falls in this guide once I finally blog about it :D

waaah love this blog... dun ako lumaki sa Baguio... it changed so much... Thank you for this post...

No problem Maya! I'm always envious of people who have Baguio City as their hometown :)

Astig nito, kumpleto :) Nakakamiss tuloy ang Baguio, kaso parang ang dami nang tao ngayon dun, crowded na lalo kapag Panagbenga o Mahal na Araw...

Anjo, January is actually the perfect time to visit since this is the coldest months in Baguio. Just time your visit before or after the Panagbenga to avoid the tourist crowd :)

Thanks for the map!!! Ang dami kong nahanap na itinerary pero yung map talaga yung pinaka-helpful :) now i'll be able to manage efficiently yung pagkakasunod-sunod ng trip :)

No problem Jhenpot, glad you find my Baguio itinerary helpful :)

ang galing nman ng site na to. lahat andito na. kudos sa gumawa nito! :D

Salamat Lily, may may kaunting Baguio tourist spots na wala pa dyan, but I will always be updating this post for those :)

Bravo, Christian!

Thank you Turista Trails, akyat na ng Baguio! :)

Great posts!

Thanks Zosima! Enjoy Baguio! :)

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This blog serves as our guide during our visit in Baguio last weekend. We really enjoyed our trip although we missed some attractions listed like the PMA and Laperal house due to time constraint. One thing I've noticed missing is Rito's. Taob ang bulalo ng Batangas sa kanila! Thanks to the author of this site. Very helpful!

Haven't tried Rito's yet, actually this is the first time I've heard of them. Care to share their location? :)

It is located at Engineer's Hill, i guess a kilometer away from Victory Liner terminal. Just a small eatery though but serves great bulalo. :)

Thanks a lot! Will try that bulaluhan when I return to Baguio City. :)

can't wait to go there this coming november :)

magkano kaya ang budget. ? dlwa kame eh. susunduin namen ung itinerary mo.. salmat ng marmi

Hi Arthur, that would depend on where you would choose to stay. For the food, 200 per meal per person should be more than enough. For transportation, it's about 50 to 100 pesos per transfer to the tourist spots. :)

This is so informative. Kudos!

Thank you Wyatt, hope you get to use it on your Baguio trip :)

Great Guide, Balak namin pumunta ng wife ko sa December 25 , hehe. Ayaw namin gumastos ng malaki kasi may mas malayong trip kaming sa feb. Dahil sa guide mo sir mejo nagka-Idea para makapagplano. galing!

No problem Jerome! Let me know if you find something new in Baguio so I can update this guide. Enjoy your trip! :)

maraming salamat sa blog na 'to may idea na din ako kung pa'no ko ba-budgetin yung budget ko pag pumunta kami dyan. hehehe very very very helpful. thank you, Sir. :)

No problem sir! Hope you have a fun Baguio getaway! :)

It has been a long time since I last visited Baguio. Thanks to your site I now have an idea how to maximize our vacation and where to go for 3 days. Thank you!

No problem Adrian, enjoy Baguio's cold weather!

I am planning to go next month. any suggestion where can we stay (5 travelers) that closer to the main attraction and syempre mo good price din... I still contemplating kung mag co commute kami or mag re rent ng car with driver.... all suggestion is greatly appreciated.. Salamat po

Hi Lea, I think Baguio Holiday Villas is the perfect place for you. It's walking distance from Burnham Park and price is competitive specially for big groups. They also have a kitchen, so you can cook your own meals and save a bit. For me, commuting to Baguio is always better, more economical. Once in Baguio, you can always take a taxi, which is very cheap compared to the ones in Manila. :)

I'm planning to surprise my boyfriend to a Baguio getaway this end of the month. thanks for this blog. Now I know where to start. Specially the map, it's really a big help.

Glad the Baguio tourist spot map helps! I was initially hesitant on putting it up as it was such a task, but now I'm glad I did :)

The cover photos you make are hypnotically beautiful! The images, typography, the little details. Everything! You're one of the best, no-shit, no-nonsense bloggers out there. Galing na magpicture, galing pa magsulat. Idol!

Thank you Patrick for the kind words, means quite a lot to me to get these kinds of compliment from readers :)

Kuya Max, wala ng PNKY cafe. It was replaced by another resto but I forgot to take note of the name.

Aww talaga? How's the new restaurant? Same ba nung old PNKY, rebranded as new one or totally new talaga?

Guys on my next vacation i have a plan to bring my family in baguio, and we will stay for 3 days this is our first time to visiti the summer capital of the philippines. I am just curious how much do i need for our travel total of 7-8 persons. and renting a lodging house is more advisable rather than to check-in on a hotel? Bcoz we want to buy our own foods in the market and cook. Please help me guys.... Thanks :)

Hi Win, renting a lodging house is definitely much more affordable than a hotel since you're a big group. If you have a bit of a budget, I suggest you stay at the Baguio Holiday Villas (listed above). They have a kitchen so you can save up a bit on food, plus it's near Burnham Park and the public market. :)

Hi just wanna ask if there is any 24hours trip via van in cabanatuan termina going to baguio or what is the last trip ?

Hi, I'm really not familiar with the Baguio van schedule from Cabanatuan City, but I don't think it operates 24 hours

I have been there too. Ilocos and Baguio in a 5 day trip. visit my blog for tips http://sowhatright.blogspot.com/2015/01/going-north-ilocos-baguio.html

Yung Itenerery po ba is base sa pagkaka sunod sunod ng distansya ng mga Tourist Spots? Thanks! :)

Yes, the trip itinerary is set in conjunction with the distances of Baguio tourist spots from each other :)

You are heaven-sent! This is truly legit :)

No problem, enjoy Baguio's sights! :)

ilove this site:) complete info:):):)

Thank you Lei! I will post an update for Baguio's tourist spots and hotels soon :)

Want to discover Baguio City? Have fun with our Baguio City Tourism Frontliners accredited by the Department of Tourism. Our tourist guides are friendly and very accommodating with a budget friendly you can now discover Baguio City top destinations: Camp John Hay, Minesview Park, Botanical Garden, Wright Park, Bell Church, Lourdes Grotto, PMA, Easter Weaving, Baguio Cathedral Church and many more. For inquiries Call or text Globe: 09169820564 Smart: 09205150729

Thank you for an insightful and in-depth guide to our hometown, Baguio City. Rarely do we see anyone put such an effort in helping tourists (even locals) find the best places to go in Baguio. Keep up the good work and we're looking forward for more of your Baguio adventures

You're welcome BCD, Baguio has always been my one of my favorite places in the Philippines, hence this travel guide :)

Hello po. Thank you sa very complete na guide na ito. May sample itinerary pa. Ask ko lng po, what hotel best to stay base sa Day 1 ng itinerary sa taas? Salamat po.

Hi Anonymous, when it comes to location, I'll have to choose Hotel Veniz :)

hi, updated paba itong article na to???

Yes, I updated it February this year :)

Good day I'd just like to inquire if is it ok to relocate in Baguio?

I'm not really sure as I haven't really tried living in Baguio :)

Detailed informative and helpful guide. :)

One thing though, estimated budget trip to baguio? For two person. :)

Hi NinjaLiit, it's quite hard to estimate a budget for a trip because everything would depend on where you're gonna stay, where (and how many times) you're gonna eat, and what mode of transportation you're gonna take.

Thank you very much for this Sir! This will serve as my guide this weekend (Nov 19-21)! I hope I can maximize this time away from Manila. :)

Hi Mich, glad to help! Enjoy your Baguio trip! :)

hi christian... thanks for the info... tanong ko lang... mas ok bang mag commute kysa sa mga tour package? for 2days? wala kc akong idea 1stime ko lang sana ppunta sa Baguio since its my bday this dec17 hehe ano kaya mas bet? thanks

Hi, if you have the budget, I'd say go for the Baguio tour package. It is more convenient and will lessen the chances of you wasting time by transferring from one place to the next. The downside is, it would be more expensive. If you're more adventurous, go for the DIY commute to and in Baguio. It is quite easy and relatively cheap to get a taxi in Baguio. Plus you get to stay on each tourist spot in Baguio on your own time. :)

hai Christian, have u heard about cafe in the sky (la presa) ? do you have any info about that place? how to get there commute or taxi? cos i researched it some of them said taxi fare go there 150-300 1 way, some said 800++ round trip. please advice me if u have any info. thx.

Hi Bobby, I haven't been to that place yet. Will try it out next time I go up to Baguio again :)

Hi Christian, Sadly the LGU already restricted access to Sto Tomas. There was a directed recently disallowing tourist to go there. Café in the Sky is not operating anymore but they still have the hotel. You can go to that if Café in the Sky will confirm your reservation ahead in the checkpoint after the Green Valley area. It is sad as this is my favorite area in Baguio, Im sure with your masterful hand with the camera, pictures of this place would entice more and more tourist but again sadly, no one can go there anymore except those who live there

That's too bad as I really haven't been to that area yet. Hopefully they reopen it in the future. :)

Hi Christian! I am planning to go to Baguio for a 4-day vacation alone. :) :) I am pretty much on a very tight budget so this is very helpful. :) I'm hoping to get a cheap room. Thanks!

Hi there, good luck on your Baguio trip! Did you get a cheap accommodation? :)

I love your blog!!!! Thank you so much!!! mag isa kasi akong magtatravel sa baguio at vigan, and I'm from Cebu! kaya salamat kasi sobrang detailed ng blog mo. :D

No problem Cherry! Are you gonna go straight by bus from Baguio to Vigan? :)

No, sir. Limited days lang kasi at mas gusto ko i feel yung lugar so baguio muna then babalikan ko nalang ulit and vigan. :)

My Partner and I will be in Baguio this coming April 10-12, 2016 and this Blog made it so much easier for me to plan our vacation. I was even searching for a Map that would easily tell me where to go, and this Blog has it! Whew! I hope that our Vacation will be awesome!

Hi RC, I'm glad you were able to utilize my Baguio tourist attractions map :)

Hi, I love your blog. These is helpful I'm planning to go to Baguio with my family for 3 days. Can you suggest a cheap transient house? a clean & a safe one? Near at Camp John Hay or Sm Bagiou hopefully. Thank you so much

I haven't really tried staying at a transient house before, so I can't recommend any. If you're considering a dorm, I've tried AKAP Dormitel, the cheapest I've stayed in so far while in Baguio, but it's one jeepney ride away from Burnham Park

Can you send me a sample itinerary for one day tour in baguio only.thanks and more powers

Hi Jessa, you can use the Day 1 of the itinerary I posted, just squeeze in Mines View, Botanical Garden, Wright Park and The Mansion in there :)

Hi Christian, can you suggest a 1 day itenerary in Baguio, we were from Manila, approx we will arrive in Baguio by 5 or 6am and we will stay in Azalea Residences. Thank you & God bless!

Hi, sorry for the delayed response. You can probably squeeze in the Day 1 and Day 2 Baguio itinerary I posted above. :)

Hi Sir! ask ko lang kung naexperience mo ng mag early check in sa mga hotels or lodges sa Baguio? How much do they charge sa early check ins?? thanks!!

Hi, hotels in Baguio usually allow early check in if the room is not being used. Better call them a day before if they would allow such. :)

We are heading to Baguio nextweek for our 10th year anniv with the kids and I found this blog with detailed itinerary. Will use this as our guide, thanks for this. Hopefully the weather will be good! We are booked at Hotel Elizabeth:-)

Hi Sweet Haven! Glad you find my Baguio guide to be helpful! Enjoy Baguio!

good day! punta sana kami this weekend. from nueva ecija kami,suspended padin kaya ang bus until now? tsaka alam mo kaya sir ang timing ng van nila? maraming salamat po. btw, great post.. sobrang helpful! keep it up sir :)

Hi Erian, better contact the bus services from Nueva Ecija to Baguio for their schedule. Enjoy Baguio! :)

maulan ba jan kpag october?

With the weather today, it's really kinda hard to predict

Hello. My partner and I are planning to have a 2days and 2nights vacation in Baguio. How much do you think is our budget sa tours and food?

Hi Kathreen, budget for tours, less than a thousand pesos for each if you're gonna do it on your own and just take cabs or die jeepneys. For food, depends really where you're eating. A meal can range from PHP60.00 (carinderia) to about PHP250.00 (famous restaurants) per person.

Baguio din ang fave kong city! :) I fell in love simula nung nkapunta ako dito. Planning to go back this Nov. Season po ba ng strawberry? thanks

Same here, Baguio remains one of my favorite cities in the Philippines! Strawberry season in Baguio starts from November to May. :)

Wow, isn't this blog the best? I mean, you've covered EVERYTHING! I've been to Baguio 3x already but I'm planning to celebrate my birthday weekend there so I'm just looking for new places and itinerary. I almost forgot about Stobosa. Maybe you can also add Cafe in the Sky, "La Presa" and Dinosaur Island as an update for others. Kudos! :) Elaine

Hi Elaine, thank you so much for appreciating this guide. Will try and include those on the next update after I visit them myself. :)

heya mccoy onkyo606 here.you finally had the chance to get back after more than a year. last time i was in baguio was in feb 2016 traffic was hellish that weekend but we still enjoyed our stay. we will miss another visit this december aswe decided to go further north this time. i will try to do a quick visit though balikan lang. i have been frequenting the place the past 5 years but will neverget tired of it. have you tried eating at tono tono yet? i bet you will keep going back too. i just forgot the exact location but that bulaluhan on your way to mines view is also worth a try.

Hello sir Onkyo606! I know how you feel, bad traffic jams but still, we still head over to Baguio! Will keep those restaurants on my list, too many good places to eat out in Baguio. :)

Hi po! Pwede na ba mag-strawberry picking ng October? Planning to visit Baguio next week. Thanks! :)

Hi Catherine, I guess there's already strawberries by October, although strawberry season usually starts on November :)

Greata BLog out here ! Baguio City is one of the best attraction and historical places here in the Philippines

Thanks Jaycee :)

Hi! Punta kami ng boyfriend ko sa Baguio this october 18 and will follow your itinerary dahil 3 days naman kami. :) Pwede bang kung kailan nandun na kami saka lang kami maghanap ng hotel? Saka saan ba magandang magstay na swak lang sa budget and for two? Thank you.

Yes, it is possible to find an accommodation right there and then, but you might not get the lowest available price. I recommend Hotel 45 for budget walk-ins.

Need po nmin tour guide tom couple po..alis po kmi tonight dito manila

Hi Irene, sorry for the late reply. Were you able to find a tour guide in Baguio?

ganda po ng Blog mo :) Very informative :) Thank you for posting.

Thank you Eyna! Enjoy the tourist spots in Baguio!

Meron pa bang AKAP Dormitel? :)

As far as I know, AKAP Dormitel is still open for lodgings. Better contact them first, just to be sure.

Thank you sa mga ideas! God Bless

You're welcome Anna! Enjoy your Baguio trip!

nice blog very detailed. thanks much :)

Thanks Allan! Have a good time in Baguio!

It makes me want to back again to Baguio. Nothig really beats first love, of all the beautiful places I had visit.

Yes Princess, Baguio does that :)

Love your blog po, detailed.. Thank you for the informative blog about baguio tour

No problem Bernadette, enjoy your Baguio itinerary :)

nice blog po! so excited to visit baguio!

When are you going? Ber months are the best time to go to Baguio, super cold!

the Cheapest to stay in Baguio is at Bab's Transient house for only 250 per night per person where you can cook your own food and free use of utensils and LPG and rice cooker and for your convenience when touring in baguio just negotiate a jeepney driver for the whole day tour for about 2000 -2500 a day.

Ang galing mo po sobrang detalyado. Gusto ko rin sana pumunta dyan ngayong December pero solo lang ako and at the same time medyo kinakabahan kase hindi ko kabisado yong lugar. Pero dahil dito siguro e note ko na lang yong places tapos pag nandun na ako saka na lang ako mag tatanong sa mga tao hehe! Salamat po sa info. God bless.

Hi Anne, you need not worry about security in Baguio, if you somehow get lost, just ask around, lots of friendly people in the city. :)

Ok. Thanks Christian. God Bless. :)

Ay Sir may follow up Q po ako hehe.. Kahit po ba hindi ka mamitas ng strawberry sa strawberry farm may entrance fee prin? Thanks.

No entrance fee at Strawberry Farm if you're not gonna pick :)

Thanks again! God Bless. :)

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Hi everyone, punta po ako ng Baguio this coming Nov.25 to Dec.2 for a convention. Gusto ko sanang magside-trip/tour sa City anytime between those dates, baka meron ditong magtour during those days, pwedeng maki-join? hehehe :) -Dennis, Davao City

Baguio trip joiners, anyone? :)

Waaaaah. Me and my boyfriend plans to visit Baguio. We 1st decided to avail tour package but we finally decided to travel on our own. And thanks the Lord your blog will definitely help us get through our trip. Kudos to your work!! 😁😁 Will definitely updte you. Will follow this.

Hi Nela, have a safe Baguio trip! :)

great site! just what I needed! great job sa author nito.

Thank you! Baguio guide with love :)

very informative thank you

No problem, Xena! Have a nice Baguio trip!

hi po :) ask ko lng if bukod b ung expenses ng baguio itenerary sa baguio travel???

Yes, it is. But, you can customize it to your liking. :)

Ang galing NYU nmn Po may map guide sa tourist spot, salamat Po sir Christian ��

You're welcome Jr! Enjoy Baguio! :)

Wow this will be really helpful for me once I visit Baguio this year! I'll make sure that this coming 2017 will be my "Travel/ Adventure Year" and Baguio is definitely a part of it ��It's time to save at least P2k/ head hehe since I wanna bring my family as well. Thanks for your effort! Keep up the good work ��

Wow, Baguio's a good place to start travelling. It's very easy to get around to! :)

Hi Christian, were going to visit baguio. Tatlo sasakyan kami from Nueva ecija. Pare pareho kami Walang alam s baguio. May alam kaba tourist guide n marerefer s amin to follow your two days tour. Bka kc masayang Oras nmin pag wala kmi guide

Hi, I really don't know any tour guide in Baguio. What you can do is load up for an unlimited internet on your phone and use the gps coordinates I posted above so you won't get lost going to Baguio's tourist spots. And, you can also ask people, they're pretty friendly. :)

WOW ANG GALING MO SIR :) Bukod sa AKAP DORMITEL ano pa ang mas cheapest? Im planning to go there kasi on FEB 25-26. Panagbenga grand festival. San kaya pinaka maganda mag stay? yung dadaanan ng float and street dance? thanks sir :)

So far, that's the cheapest Baguio lodging I know of. You may also try Hotel 45, it's a bit more pricey, but they have better rooms and location.

Will follow this itinerary sa bday ko this january 20! Nag leave ako ng jan.20-21, then off ng 22-23. Thanks for this blog! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Four days in Baguio! Enjoy sir! :)

Ohmooo! Thankyou sa Blog na to. Sa totoo lang gusto ko lang magtravel ng hindi nagpapabook. Gusto ko ako lang para hawak ko time ko lalo na pag pagod ako sa kakalakad :) Napakaimpormative nito. See you soon Baguio. After 17years makikita ko ulit ang Baguio :) <3

Hi Sharmayne, glad to hear that you're coming back to Baguio! Hope you have a hassle-free DIY Baguio tour! :)

yung 3k per head keri na ba yun sa 3days & 2 nights?

Hi Regine, if you're staying on a really affordable accommodation, 3,000 pesos for a 3 days, 2 nights tour of Baguio is okay. :)

I Love this site complete info�� Thanks Christian

Hi Diana, thanks for appreciating! Hope you have a fun time in Baguio! :)

pag may sariling car po ba. lahat po ba ng pupuntahan na tourist spots may parking lot po ba? at kung free o may bayad po? Thanks po

Hi, some tourist spots in Baguio have parking lots for private cars. A few, you just have to park on the street :)

My husband and I with our 7 years old son will go to Baguio this February 4 to 5, what will be the best itenarary for almost one and a half day? If we leave from Manila at Saturday 6am, we will most likely arrive there at Saturday noon. Makakapaggala kami from that time to 6pm. Then Sunday 7am to 4pm. Ano ano magandang unahing puntahan on that so limited amount of time? Thanks a lot!

Hi Lara, the best thing to do is to check the Baguio tourist spots map I posted above for places that are within each other, then you can formulate your customized Baguio one and a half day itinerary

Hi! We'll be at baguio in two weeks from now.. We choose your itinerary and got some ideas.. But my bf hard to find cheap accommodation like what you had.. Any suggestions for accommodation?? specially this season is really too hard to find better but cheap rooms to stay in at baguio.. Any suggestion? Like Bed and breakfast that you know? Most of transient we found got some issues on bathrooms and cr😞 hope you can help us

Hi, I suggest that you check the link I posted above for more Baguio accommodations :)

Hi., balak namin mag walk in if ever maghanap ng accommodation, hindi ba mahirap mag hanap ng cheap na tuluyan dun if ever? 2 adults and 1 toddler(2yrs old)

It would be a bit hard to find accommodations on Baguio for walk ins on weekends, for weekdays, I guess it wouldn't be that hard

Hi, Christian! You're a genius! I loved reading through your blog (note that I am NOT a reader and how hard I try not to read through articles and just skim through them) and learning a lot on how to get to places and just know what to do once you're there. It will be my first time to travel alone on a DIY IT trip and I have spent days, literally daaaayyyyss just trying to figure out how to plan this trip properly and without hassle. I'm very meticulous, especially to the detail regarding the value and quality that I get out of my money now more-so for I'll be shouldering my expenses alone for this trip. NEWBIE here! haha and with your blog, It's like I know the ins and outs of Baguio already. This blog of yours is without a doubt helpful and informative. THANK YOU!! p.s.: It is only in your blog that I got the number of the hotel that I've been trying to reach for days and I just booked a room for 3 nights! YEY!

Hi Eeia! Thank you so much for appreciating my blog! Always glad to help out a fellow traveler, especially when it comes to Baguio. I love this city!

I'm actually preparing for a trip sometime in October. This would really help me a lot.

Hi Cromwell! Happy this Baguio travel blog helps! :)

Hi Sir! Katapos ko lang po basahin ung guide nyo, maraming salamat dito... we'll be in Baguio sa Friday kaya i-bookmark ko itong blog mo. Thanks!

Hi Edgardo! Glad my blog helped! How was your trip? :)

Thanks to this ... I find it really helpful. If we opt for car rental, do you have any recommendation for the most reliable, safe and affordable provider? Great thanks

Hi Cecile, I'm not that familiar with car rentals in Baguio. What you can do is simply flag a taxi and request if they would be okay in renting their cab for the day. Most taxi drivers in Baguio are quite honest, so I don't think you'd have any problem with them. :)

Hi Chienthy, the early check outs are for those wanting a shorter stay in Baguio and won't be finishing the whole itinerary :)

Hi, thanks for blogging this, super helpful siya for me who doesnt know how to set a getaway. Any recommendation sa hotel? I have 1,500 to 2000 per night budget, for 2 person, yung accessible sana sa public transportation. Thank you

Hi John, for cheap Baguio accommodations, I suggest that you search on Agoda, they have lots of affordable places there :) https://www.agoda.com/city/baguio-ph.html?cid=1649989

I am now going to follow your itinerary. You're such a blessing! Thank you!

No problem! Enjoy Baguio!

hi thank you for the information it really helps a lot.. may i copy your sample itinerary?

hello.. this blog is so helpful. :) we are planning for DIY with my husband :) its our first time to go in baguio :) :) thankyou :D

Happy Baguio trip! :)

Thank you kuya sa blog mo.ask ko lang bakit ang lalayo ng mga pupuntahan kagaya ng baguio cathedral tapos papunta ng tam-awan village yung kasunod. Hindi po ba pwdeng laperal white house n lng muna? Naguluhan lng po ako hehehehe Sana po masagot mo po thank you

You can switch the itineraries, of course. The Baguio Cathedral is at the center so, it's up to you where to go next after that. I dedicated the second day to the Laperal area and the first day to visit Tam-awan, which is quite isolated. :)

Such a helpful blog! Thanks a lot for this gonna bookmark this so i can celebrate my birthday in Baguio City.. PS Is the price of the foods in your blog is updated this 2017?

Enjoy your Baguio trip Rommel! Prices for the food are updated up to 2016 :)

So thankful i found this blog =) We're on our way to Baguio right now and im with my partner, well truth to be told im really hesitant to do a DIY travel. But i have no worries at all now =D Im so amazed with the wide range of choices and very detailed itinerary that you have.. KUDOS to you sir!

Wow, a romantic Baguio getaway! Enjoy your trip, sir! Delete

Whats is the best time to arrive in Baguio if its a 3 days 2 nights tour? Any suggestions? Thank you.

To maximize your Baguio trip, I suggest that you take the midnight bus ride from Manila. You'll arrive in Baguio very early the next day. If your accommodation doesn't allow early check in, just leave your bags at the lobby first :)

Hi, fees and fares ganyan pa din hanggang ngayon? thanks :) your blog is so helpful

Hi, yes, more or less the fees are still updated :)

SALAMAT POH SA BLOG NATO.. MAY IT NA KAMI NG PARTNER KO THIS SEPT.15-18 TRIP TO BAGUIO... SALAMAT SIR... VERY WELL PUBLISH OF DETAILS.. HULOG KAH NG LANGIT POHHH .. ANYWAYS, IM FROM THE LAND OF DURIAN...DAVAO CITY

Wow, to Baguio all the way from Davao! Enjoy the City of Pines sir! :)

Your blog is very detailed and informative! I think, everything I should know were all written. I've always wanted to go to Baguio alone. Would it be possible for me to go on holidays? e.g Oct.31-Nov.2 Thanks!

Hi Chii, I think going to Baguio during All Saints Day and All Souls Day would be a good idea since most people usually head over to the cemeteries on those times. And that can only mean one thing, less people in Baguio! :)

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Day Tour Guide in Baguio City

May 29 2016

Before capping off the summer season, it wouldn’t be complete without heading to the Summer Capital of the Philippines – Baguio City! Had Beach Tour and escapade over my Summer 2016 so I’d finally decided to go on something different this time.

Good thing about Baguio is its very accessible already if you’re coming from Manila. Food Stall and restaurants are everywhere as well. Plus if you’re planning for a side trip to Sagada or Banaue, Baguio is a best place for you!

In my blog, I’ll be sharing our day tour itinerary we had at Baguio City we tried skipping the usual spots which we are most familiar with and seek in discovering new places and sites to see.

How to go to Baguio :

Victory Liner Buses (Caloocan –Monumento, and Pasay) have the usual Baguio Trips everyday. Trip is around 5 – 7 hours depending on the time and traffic status along the way.

I suggest you try leaving Manila by night time to arrive in Baguio early morning.  It gets a little more traffic if you’re travelling by morning to afternoon too.

As for me and my friends, we decided to use a private vehicle going to Baguio.

Left Bulacan around 4AM and start travelling to Baguio City.

We actually saved much using a private car and share the toll and gas expenses instead, we get to play mind games and bonding along the way.

Touchdown Baguio City at around 9AM. And along the way we went at the Lion’s Head *very popular in Baguio City.

LION’S HEAD

Riding a public bus it usually do not pass thru this route. And I think which is better too, the moment we got at the Lion’s Head there were so many people and tourists already. Series of vans were also parked along the way. Parking was pretty hard and trust me – you won’t get a perfect photo at the Lion’s Head without anyone blocking the view :p lol

There were stores along the area selling different souvenirs, but we decided to skipped that part for now. Just tried the Strawberry Taho which they sell at P20 per cup.

It was the first time I tried it. And it is definitely supppperrrr sweet! Real fruit Strawberry is still in the taho as well.

After heading at the Lion’s Head, we decided to go straight to Bencab Museum.

BENCAB MUSEUM

Parking along the area was pretty hard as well, since there were a lot of tourist on a weekend as well.

Entrance Fee is P120 per person. Cameras are allowed but they do not allow taking videos and monopod or selfie sticks in the museum.

You’ll get to see a lot of beautiful paintings inside the museum. It gets a little crowded at the registration area as tourist really do come and go.

More to see, these are just some of my favorites. AS per the museum staff, Mr. Bencab sometimes drop by the Museum everyday by late afternoon. So we actually expected at some point that may be we could meet him personally though. :p

Plus a very beautiful view just right outside the museum.

Sadly, it started raining when we get there so we just made the most out of what we have inside the museum.

After spending almost 2 hours at Bencab we now headed to our researched most-sought resto places in Baguio 😀 and there goes Café by the Ruins .  Had lunch by 12nn.

WHERE TO EAT : 

Food Food Food! Who wouldn’t want a perfect cozy place to spend your lunch with your friends.

Food looks good and oohhhh so yummy!

Check out my full review over my visited restaurants :  BAGUIO – SAGADA : A guide for a foodie traveller

By 2PM, we went to see the Minesview Park, Burnham Park and Good Shepherd where we could buy our pasalubong.

These are the usual places and spot to see in Baguio and there were so many tourist and people around the park. Weather in Baguio feels like the usual temperature in Manila hahaha! It was still freaking hot *actually

This view was right beside the Good Shepherd, bought a big jar of Ube and strawberry jams.

*Note :  If you’re also going to buy lengua, peanut brittle and cookies and the like make sure to roam around first as some stores offer cheaper prices for their product 😀

Horseback Riding is available at Mines view Park for those seeking and in to some activity. Horses are for rent for an hour or depending on your preferred usage of the horse back ride.

But for me and my friends we just tried and headed to the near restaurant in the park, Pizza Volante.

Where the resto offers affordable food and drinks especially if you’re just there killing time and bonding with your friends.

After a short coffee break at Pizza Volante, we decided to take good rest at the place we’ll be staying. Lucky for us, one of my friends have a place in Baguio.

We also checked the terminal at Baguio to check for the schedule of the buses that travels to Sagada for our trip the next day.

Rested for a while, and by 7PM we’re ready to eat our dinner this time.

Next stop, 50’s Diner.

With its nice interior and thematic resto feels 50’s diner is an okay food resto.

Also check for full resto review : BAGUIO – SAGADA : A guide for a foodie traveller

After a full dinner, it’ll pays to go on shopping in Baguio most especially with the most sought “UKAY-UKAY night market”

A long stretch of ukay-ukay market along the way, from clothing, bags, shoes, scarfs, hats and home accessories and more!! you’ll see everything here. There were also food stall around the market you could enjoy with.

Till around 9pm we were looking around the ukay-ukay and had a short biking adventure hahaha! It was actually pretty late at that time and the owner does not allow it anymore since they were starting to close, but my friend Jessey pleaded even for 30 minutes. And she was successful! We had a short bike ride as well. Haha! And the owner did not asked for a payment anymore.

Went back in our place around 10pm.

It started getting cold by night already and we were busy fixing everything for our next day super early trip to Sagada.

We made sure we rested early to get enough energy as well.

On our way back home to Manila.

We boarded at Victory Liner in Baguio City as well. But since it was Monday, there were so many passengers at that time (some of my friends went home by Tuesday and the passengers were just okay) we were at the terminal by 7pm but the bus ride home to Manila will be at 130AM. Lucky for us we had a special trip at 1130PM so that’s where we headed back home.

*Note : If you’re going home on a weekend make sure to book your bus ticket ahead of time. Even before heading to Sagada or should you be staying in Baguio for long.

Since there was still much time to spare we roam around the Session Road in Baguio and tried one of the most sought resto as well at Vizco’s

Should there be one thing I’ll loved about our delayed trip back to Manila that would be the chance we get to try this super special restaurant!

The cakes and the food is soooo delicious, worth every penny and really affordable as well.

Also read :  BAGUIO – SAGADA : A guide for a foodie traveller

We also got the chance to roam around SM Baguio City where it was known for being a mall without being run by an Aircondition :p hahaha! There were souvenirs as well just right outside the mall. So for additional pasalubong before heading to Manila this is a must go to place as well.

Baguio City is like the usual spot we get to see here in Manila. Since it is very accessible for everyone, there were a lot of tourist and so many people too.

The weather is not that too cold right now contrary to what we have been experiencing before when we visit Baguio.

You may also try the boat paddling at the Burnham Park, visit Baguio Museum and more food restos to check out.

Hotel and Inns are also everywhere better to check everything online and book in advance as it gets a little busy over peak seasons and weekends.

As a whole Baguio gets a little and more crowded each time. We planned of visiting La Presa but since it was closed for the public we haven’t got the chance to see it.

It’s one of the best place ti visit on a weekend getaway with your family or friends.

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BAGUIO CITY TRAVEL GUIDE with Budget Itinerary

There were shooting stars.

I was a High School sophomore when I set foot in Baguio for the very first time. The details of the event are fuzzy now, but it was a Boy Scout-related trip. I was just a few steps to becoming an Eagle Scout then, which was something my friends and I had been working hard to achieve. To ensure I would be joining the trip, I had to work a little bit harder. My classmates didn’t know it then — they thought every penny I had for that trip was given — but I had to earn it by selling fishballs.

After over 10 hours of bus ride from Batangas, we finally reached Baguio at around midnight. In the middle of unloading our bags, my friends and I sat and rested on the base of flagpole. As we were having a conversation about the cold, shooting stars streaked across the night sky.

That was my earliest memory of Baguio City. Even now that the city has undergone a lot of changes and more cool, rustic towns have become accessible, I still find myself in a bus bound for Baguio again and again. It’s hard to forget something that left such a magical first impression. I mean, there were shooting stars.

WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS GUIDE?

UNDERSTANDING BAGUIO

Baguio was built as a hill station in 1900, at the start of the American Colonial Period. That’s why the names of many of the key landmarks sound western or American. Burnham Park was named after Architect Daniel Burnham, who planned the city; Wright Park after Governor-General Luke Edward Wright; Camp John Hay after John Milton Hay, who was President Roosevelt’s Secretary of State; and Bell House after General J. Franklin Bell. The Mansion, one of the city’s most recognizable buildings, was constructed to serve as the official residence of the Governor General.

Today, Baguio is the biggest city and the economic center of the Cordillera region. Despite being a resort city, it is highly urbanized, home to almost 350,000 residents, many of which are from surrounding towns and provinces who moved to the city for work or studies. It is this cooler attitude that makes Baguio a magnet for tourists trying to escape the searing heat of the lowlands, especially in the summer.

Long before Sagada and Kalinga entered the collective consciousness of tourists, Baguio City was the go-to destination in the Cordillera region. It is known by a number of nicknames including City of Pines and Summer Capital of the Philippines , bestowed upon it because it is perched in the middle of tropical pine forests around 1500 meters above sea level, ensuring cool, pleasant temperatures year-round.

Here are more things you need to know about Baguio City.

• Language: The four most spoken Philippine languages in Baguio are Ibaloi, Kankana-ey, Ilocano, and Tagalog. But English is widely understood and spoken too.
• Currency: Philippine peso (PHP, ₱). PHP100 is around USD 1.90, EUR 1.69, SGD 2.57 (as of April 2019).
• Modes of payment: Credit cards are accepted by many establishments but CASH is still king (and queen) in Baguio.

WHERE TO STAY IN BAGUIO

Baguio looks easy and simple on the map, but it is a lot more complicated in reality. But picture it this way: At the very center of the city is Burnham Park. Many of the key places of interest are located somewhere around it. Most key roads is somehow directly connected to it. Even jeepney terminals are easily accessible from the park.

Hence, if it’s your first time and you want to see the key attractions in the city, pick a place that is located near Burnham Park. It doesn’t have to be directly across the park. Even hotels that are just a short walk away will do. This area will be most convenient for you.

But if you’re after some peace of mind and you’re not here to go sightseeing, choose a hotel that is located away from Burnham Park and a little bit isolated from all the busyness. Baguio, after all, is still a bona fide urban hub, with lots of buildings and vehicles and people.

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HOW TO GET TO BAGUIO FROM MANILA

Several bus companies ply the Manila-Baguio route. You can catch a bus at the following terminals:

• Genesis Transport: Cubao
• Dagupan Bus Lines: Cubao
• PARTAS: Cubao and Pasay
• Joy Bus (Genesis): Pasay and Avenida
• Victory Liner: Cubao and Pasay

Baguio is only 4-6 hours away from Manila, depending on which part of Manila you’re coming from, which route the bus takes, and whether or not it makes a stop along the way. Regular buses usually take Dau Exit (NLEX) or Concepcion Exit (SCTEX) and make at least one stop.

But higher end buses like Joy Bus and Victory Liner’s first-class service use NLEX, SCTEX, and TPLEX non-stop, cutting down the travel time to 4-5 hours. First class buses also have wider legrooms and free snacks.

When I go to Baguio, I usually book with Victory Liner. No particular reason, really. It’s just out of habit. Haha. So I’m most familiar with their fares.

CUBAO TO BAGUIO – VICTORY LINER Regular aircon: P485 First class: P800

CUBAO TO BAGUIO – JOYBUS Deluxe: P720 Premier: P740

PASAY TO BAGUIO – JOYBUS Deluxe: P730 Premier: P760

PASAY TO BAGUIO – VICTORY LINER Regular aircon: P496 First class: P800

For the schedule, check this website: VICTORY LINER & JOY BUS SCHEDULE .

From the new Victory Liner terminal, you can take a cab to your hotel. If your hotel is near Burnham Park, the fare should be around P70.

HOW TO GET AROUND BAGUIO

One thing that you as a tourist needs to know about Baguio is that attractions are scattered around the city in clusters. The problem is that these clusters are far from each other. Hence, it’s best to explore by cluster. There are two main modes of transportation:

• Jeepney. The cheaper way to get around. If your hotel is near Burnham, you can easily find a jeepney. There are terminals just outside the park. Minimum fare is P8.50.
• Taxi. The more convenient way. If you’re a group, it’s affordable too. Cabs in Baguio are much cheaper than in Manila, and taxi drivers are known to be honest and give exact change (unlike in Manila). Of course, there are also bad drivers, but they are more the exception than the rule. Flagdown rate is P35.

GrabTaxi works in Baguio, but the number of available cabs is very limited, so expect to wait a long time to book.

You can also travel on foot. Within the city proper, I usually just walk. But I have to warn you that it can be exhausting. Visitors usually forget that Baguio’s terrain is largely uneven, something that isn’t obvious if you rely on flat maps. But once you’re there, you’ll realize that walking around Baguio involves uphill climbs. If you’re not familiar with some short cuts, you’ll also find yourself walking long distances.

THINGS TO DO IN BAGUIO & LA TRINIDAD

Camp john hay.

This is my favorite place in the city. When I was young and I conjured up images of Baguio in my head, they looked like Camp John Hay and its thick blanket of pine trees. It was established on October 25, 1903 as an R&R (rest and recreation) station exclusively for the US Armed Forces in the Philippines. At the height of World War II, it was bombed by the Japanese but fell back in the hands of the Americans in 1945. Almost 50 years later, it was turned over to the Philippine government, which transformed the site into a tourist site.

There’s a lot to enjoy here including the following:

• Treetop Adventures, where you can enjoy thrilling rides like the Superman Ride (zipline), Canopy Ride, and Tree Drop (harnessed free fall).
• Bell House, formerly the official vacation residence of the Commanding General of the Philippines. It now houses a museum featuring American colonial architecture.
• Butterfly Garden, good to see if you’ve never been to any butterfly garden before or if you’re with kids. Otherwise, skippable.
• Cemetery of Negativism, a symbolic site for the burying of negativities — thoughts, emotions, attitude.
• Yellow Trail, aka Forest Bathing Trail, a 1.5km easy hiking path that will lead you through and around the pine forest. The trek takes around 2 hours. You can do it in 2 ways. The usual route is generally uphill, starting at Le Monet Hotel and ending at Scout Hill. If you don’t think you have the stamina, you can do it the other way around instead. (That’s what we did, LOL!) We thoroughly enjoyed it!

For more information about the places to visit here, read: THINGS TO DO AT CAMP JOHN HAY .

La Trinidad Strawberry Farm

Baguio is almost synonymous with strawberries, but the most visited strawberry farm is actually in La Trinidad, 30 minutes away. Here, you’ll find plots of strawberries alongside vegetables and flowers. You can buy strawberries here for P250-P300 per kilo. If you want to pick the berries yourselves, prepare to shell out additional P200.

Lying along the farm is a pasalubong center made up of several souvenir stores. If you get hungry, try the strawberry ice cream (which is really good) and strawberry taho!

Colors of Stobosa (Mural Houses)

Not too far away from the strawberry field are the colorful houses of Stobosa. This community project is one of the newest attractions in La Trinidad. More formally referred to as Stobosa Hillside Homes Artwork, it is basically a cluster of hillside houses painted in various colors by the designers of Tam-awan Village. “Stobosa” stands for Stonehill, Botiwtiw, and Sadjap, the three sitios that make up the giant artwork.

Bell Church

Just within walking distance of Stobosa Artwork is Bell Church, one of the most popular tourist sites in the Baguio-La Trinidad area. The Bell Church is a Chinese temple run and managed by a Filipino-Chinese religious organization, established by immigrants from Canton (Guangzhou) in 1960.

BenCab Museum

BenCab Museum is actually located in the town of Tuba, but it’s just a short drive from the Baguio city center. The museum houses the works of Benedicto Reyes Cabrera, a National Artist for Visual Arts, and other Filipino contemporary art masters. Set amid relaxing greenery, the BenCan Museum is not just a place to appreciate art but also reflect.

Hours open: Tuesdays-Sundays 9am-6pm Last entry: 5:30pm Closed: Mondays, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Entrance Fee: P120

How to get there: From the public market, ride a jeepney bound for Asin. Fare is less than P20.

Tam-awan Village

Nicknamed “Garden in the Sky,” Tam-awan Village is a reconstruction of a traditional Cordilleran village set in a forest. Established by the Chanum Foundation in 1988, it aims to showcase the craftsmanship and aesthetics of the Cordillera and bring the region’s culture closer to more people while also promoting local artists. Currently, the village has Ifugao and Kalinga model houses, built using only traditional materials.

Entrance fee: P60

Burnham Park

Most probably, Burnham Park is Baguio’s most well-known attraction. When you see it on the map, it doesn’t look much, but in reality, it is huge. Within its expanse are several smaller places of interest. The Melvin Jones Grandstand is the most visible, but if you walk around, you’ll also see the Children’s Playground and the Orchidarium, among others.

There’s also a lot of activities to enjoy here, mostly catering to families. You can rent a swan boat so you can paddle along Burnham Lagoon or you can rent a bike or go kart and ride around the park. Here are the rates.

Rental fees: Chopper (big bike): P75 per 30 minutes Go kart: P50 per 30 minutes Boat: P100 per 30 minutes (good for 5 pax) + P50 if with rower

Mines View Park

Another popular tourist spot is Mines View Park, so called because it overlooks the gold and copper mines of Itogon town below. The viewpoint is also a fantastic spot to watch the sunrise.

Unlike Burnham Park, the place can get crowded because the area isn’t that spacious. You’ll also find lots of souvenir stores around.

Botanical Garden

Situated between Wright Park and Teachers’ Camp along Leonard Wood Road, the Baguio Botanical Garden is another popular destination in the city. It’s a great place to relax and surround yourself with trees greenery without going too far from the city center. This is also pretty vast, so expect a bit of walking.

Entrance fee: FREE

Wright Park

Named after Governor-General Luke Edward Wright, Wright Park is a forested piece of land located just outside the Mansion. For tourists, it is the best site for horseback riding because of its proximity to the city center and the number of available horses to choose from.

Horseback riding rate: P200 for 7 rounds.

The Mansion

A short walk from Wright Park is the Mansion. Built in 1908, the Mansion served as the official residence of the US Governor-General in the Philippines. Today, it is the official summer palace of the President in the Philippines. Right across the Mansion is a long pond, the far end of which is a favorite photo spot.

WHERE TO EAT IN BAGUIO

We will be writing a separate article about this. Check back soon!

SAMPLE BAGUIO ITINERARY

Below is a sample Baguio itinerary for 3 days (good for a long weekend)! This assumes you’re a party of 2, splitting some costs and staying at a hotel in the city center. We also padded some of the costs to cover any price adjustments. As always, feel free to make changes to this to match your preferences.

Hotel Budget: P2000 per night (divided by 2 pax = P1000 per person per night)

DAY 1: CAMP JOHN HAY 05:00 am – Bus to Baguio, P485 11:00 am – Taxi to hotel, P35 (P70/2pax) 11:10 am – Hotel check in or drop bags 12:00 pm – Lunch, P150 01:00 pm – Taxi to Bell House, Camp John Hay, P70 (P140/2pax) 01:30 pm – Bell House + Cemetery of Negativism, P75 02:30 pm – Yellow Trail, FREE 04:30 pm – Taxi to city center, P70 (P140/2pax) 05:00 pm – Back to hotel, rest 07:30 pm – Dinner at Cafe by the Ruins, P300

DAY 2: BENCAB MUSEUM & CAMP JOHN HAY 07:30 am – Burnham Park 09:00 am – Jeepney to Bencab Museum, P20 09:30 am – Bencab Museum, P120 11:30 am – Jeepney to Baguio, P20 12:30 pm – Lunch at Good Taste, P150 01:45 pm – Walk to City Hall to catch jeep 02:00 pm – Jeepney to Bell Church, P15 02:30 pm – Bell Church 03:00 pm – Walk to Stobosa Houses 03:15 pm – Jeepney to Strawberry Farm, P8.50 03:30 pm – Buy strawberries + ice cream, P300 04:30 pm – Shop for souvenirs 05:00 pm – Jeepney to Baguio, P15 05:30 pm – Rest at Burnham Park 06:30 pm – Dinner, P150

DAY 3: BAGUIO CITY TOUR 08:00 am – Early check out, leave bags 09:00 am – Jeepney to Laperal White House, P8.50 09:20 pm – Laperal White House, P50 10:40 pm – Botanical Garden 12:00 pm – Wright Park, strawberry taho: P30 01:00 pm – The Mansion 01:30 pm – Taxi to Canto, P60 (P120/2pax) 01:50 pm – Canto, P300 03:30 pm – Pick up bags at hotel 05:00 pm – Bus back to Manila, P485

Supposing everything goes as planned, the above itinerary will cost you around P5200 (USD 100, SGD 136, EUR 90) per person excluding shopping budget but including some allowance to make up for miscellaneous incidental expenses and price adjustments. That said, we still urge you to add more to this to cover costs we might have missed.

If you want to keep track of your expenses when traveling around Baguio, download the LISTA app! It’s a mobile app that will help you watch your spending so you know you’re not going over your set budget and avoid running short of funds! It was originally meant for small businesses, but guess what? Travelers can use it, too! In fact, we have been using it on our past trips.

All you need to do is enter how much budget you have for the trip and as you explore, type your expenses. The app will do the rest. It will tell you how much you still have left. Don’t worry, you don’t need an internet connection to make it work: You can use it offline!

Another key feature is the SAVINGS CHALLENGE! Using the LISTA app, you can set a target amount and the frequency you’re comfortable with so you know when you’re financially ready to make your BAGUIO TRAVEL GOALS happen!

Excited for your next trip? I-LISTA na ‘yan!

✅ DOWNLOAD LISTA HERE!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When is the best time to visit baguio.

November to April , if you’re sightseeing.

Baguio enjoys cool temperature year-round, but of course, some months are better than others. November to April is the driest period, which is great if you’re planning on spending most of your time exploring. This means there is very little chance of heavy rain to put a damp on your itinerary.

December to February is the coldest period and it will steadily rise until May, but it’s still pretty chilly especially at night.

If you love festivals, visit in February when the Panagbenga (Baguio Flower Festival) is in full swing and see the grand parade of flowers. But expect thick crowds everywhere.

June to September is the wettest period, not ideal for touring. But if you’re visiting Baguio to reflect, be alone, or try to finish writing something (true story, lol), then you might find the damp, foggy mornings to be inspiring.

What is the tipping custom in Baguio?

Just like in other places in the Philippines, tipping is not mandatory in Baguio. Tip only if you really enjoyed the service to show your appreciation.

Taxi drivers in Baguio are also known for giving exact change, which doesn’t usually happen in Manila. But if you want to tip, you can just round up the meter. For example, if the cost of the ride is P62 and you pay P70, you can tell the driver to keep the change.

What type of power plug / socket is used in Baguio?

Electricity Info: 220V, 60Hz. Plug and socket Type A.

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Thank you so much! i enjoy reading its like im already travelling.

Thanks din for visiting our blog!

I really enjoyed reading your blog. Not just that. It really helps me a lot. Thank you.

Thanks, Paw!

Hi I would like to inquire if you know places we can visit that is pet friendly specifically for dogs. Thank you.

Unfortunately, I didn’t pay attention to pet-related policies during our visit so di ko po alam. :(

Thanks for sharing (:

Hi, thanks for sharing your Baguio tips. Ask ko lang sana, malakas ba both signal ng smart and globe sa Baguio as per your experience? or alin mas malakas. Hehe. Salamat. :D Planning to visit on December 2019. Mejo ang mamahal na ng accom. rates siguro due to the season. Haha

Yep, okay naman pareho!

You are great! i enjoy reading yout blog, all the needed info and the photos too. thanks from Israel

I am from Baguio….There’s no place like home. Thank you for visiting our place….

We love Baguio so much! Kahit na andami na ring pinagbago over the years, bumabalik pa rin.

is ben cab mueseum outside baguio na or not? I checked the map parang ang layo niya from town proper.

Hi Renzo, it’s in the town of Tuba. But it’s often included in Baguio itineraries.

Thank you po, first time magtravel with family na DIY, sobrang laki po ng maiitulong ng blog nyo, Salamat ng marami. God bless :)

Enjoy Baguio! Nagpa-plan na rin kami na bumalik! :)

Thank you for this. The infos are comprehensive and very useful!

Galing naman, sobrang details talaga na lahat na pwedeng itanong is nandyan na, kaya thanks po sa mga info. na binigay mo at malaking tulong sa amin , lalo na sa mga price , LOL.. GOD BLESS

Thanks din sa pag-visit. Enjoy your trip!

First-time ko mag visit here this January and I hope maging maayos, will surely check this itinerary. Birthday gift ko na din kay mama <3

Enjoy and happy birthday kay mama mo!

hi. anong bus company ginamit nyo in this trip?

hello , thank you so much for your info. first time kong magppunta ng baguio, buti nakita ko tong blog mo. sana updated k p din dito sa blog mo hehe,, salamat. yung hotel ba na suggested ng agoda is malapit sa burnham park? like what you said gusto ko sana ng hotel near in burnham park

Hindi lahat. Yung Hotel Veniz, Travelite and Baguio Holiday Villas, malapit lang.

Mula Stobasa House, saan po yung jeepney papuntang strawberry farm?

this is really helpful! :) thanks for sharing.

Thank you so much for the information!!

thanks, plan nmin mag baguio trip this August

Thanks for this it can really help us my friends and i are planning to have diy baguio tour this december.

Grabe. Very informative as always talaga. My go-to travel blog when planning my itinerary. Thank you so, sooo much! And thank you also for calling them “languages” and not “dialects”

Thank you! Yes, languages naman talaga sila.

Pero nga pala, pre-pandemic pa itong guide na ito ha. Will be publishing a new guide soon.

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Popular day trips to baguio.

Have a look at this collection of popular day trips to Baguio created by fellow travelers. These are the most viewed and most customized itineraries for Baguio, choose one to make the best out of your 1 day in Baguio.

Recent 1 Day Itineraries for Baguio

Explore these recently created itineraries which include latest attractions, trending hotels & experiences by visitors. If you are visiting Baguio in next few days these are the perfect itineraries for you.

Overview: Baguio Itinerary 1 Day 

Baguio is the popular hill station in the Philippines that is also known as the City of Pines owning to pine-clad landscapes around. The same landscapes combine natural beauty and modern attractions that are loved by locals and tourists alike. For those who are planning to explore Baguio in 1 day, here is the perfect trip plan that will let you explore most of the sites in such a short time. Follow this itinerary and make the most of your time while vacationing in Baguio! Yet for the people who wish to pull this off, we have summed up our Baguio itinerary 1 day that will let you experience the true colors of the city, beautifully! Gear up!

How to spend 1 day in Baguio?

Morning in baguio.

Start your morning by visiting the lovely, well-manicures Burnham Park  that is located in the heart of the city. This is the place that offers numerous outdoor recreational activities and is enough to keep you engaged for a couple of hours. As you have 1 day in Baguio, spend some time at the Baguio Cathedral that is located stone’s throw away from the park. Its twin towers dominate the skyline of the city making it a famous tourist attraction in Baguio.

Afternoon in Baguio

Head off to Baguio Botanical Garden to spend some time in the heart of nature. The garden combines the local as well as exotic plants from around the world and also has a small cafe on its premises. With only 24 hours in Baguio, do not forget to stop by Nevada Square to be a part of the local canvas. This area is home to numerous restaurants, cafes, pubs, and bars and will pamper your taste buds with different cuisines.

Evening and Night in Baguio

Spend your evening at Baguio City Market to soak in the local flavour. From fresh fruits and vegetables to handmade souvenirs, this is the place to go shopping in Baguio. The market is located at the end of Session Road which itself is a great site to experience the nightlife in Baguio. Your Baguio itinerary 1 day cannot be complete without visiting quirky bars and pubs around here.

If you have some free time on your hands, consider visiting other points of interest in Baguio like The Mansion, Mines View Park , Lion's Head, Bell Church, and Wright Park.

Best Hotels in Baguio for 1 Day Trip

These are the most preferred hotels by fellow travelers to stay on 1 day trip to Baguio. Pick up the ones that best suit you.

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Explore the Best of Baguio: A Comprehensive 3-Day Itinerary

When it comes to picturesque destinations in the Philippines, Baguio often tops the list. Known as the “Summer Capital of the Philippines,” this charming city offers a delightful blend of cultural heritage, natural beauty, and delectable cuisine. Whether you’re a history buff, nature enthusiast, or foodie, Baguio has something to offer everyone. In this comprehensive 3-day itinerary, we’ll guide you through the best of Baguio, ensuring you make the most of your visit.

• 1.1 Visit Mines View Park for Panoramic Views
• 1.2 Discover the Rich History of Baguio at the Baguio Museum
• 1.3 Immerse Yourself in Filipino Art at the BenCab Museum
• 1.4 Take a Stroll Along Session Road
• 1.5 End Your Day at Burnham Park
• 2.1 Head to Camp John Hay
• 2.2 Hike Through Picturesque Trails
• 2.3 Experience The Mansion House
• 2.4 Explore Wright Park
• 3.1 Visit La Trinidad Strawberry Farm
• 3.2 Explore Tam-Awan Village
• 3.3 Indulge in Baguio’s Famous Food Scene
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Day 1: Exploring the City’s Cultural and Historical Gems

Hotel Recommendations:

• Consider staying at Azalea Hotels and Residences for a comfortable and stylish accommodation option.
• Stay at The Manor at Camp John Hay for a luxurious experience amid the beautiful surroundings of Camp John Hay .

Visit Mines View Park for Panoramic Views

Your Baguio adventure begins with breathtaking panoramic views at Mines View Park . Located atop a ridge, this park offers a sweeping vista of the city and the surrounding mountains. Don’t forget to try on traditional Cordillera attire and shop for souvenirs at the local stalls.

Discover the Rich History of Baguio at the Baguio Museum

Delve into the city’s fascinating past at the Baguio Museum . Explore exhibits that showcase Baguio’s history, from its indigenous roots to the colonial era. It’s a captivating journey through time.

Restaurant Recommendation: After your museum visit, dine at Café by the Ruins for a taste of Baguio’s culinary heritage. Their local dishes and cozy ambiance are a perfect match for your cultural exploration.

Immerse Yourself in Filipino Art at the BenCab Museum

For art enthusiasts, a visit to the BenCab Museum is a must. Founded by national artist Benedicto Cabrera, this museum houses an impressive collection of contemporary and indigenous Filipino art. The lush surroundings and mountain views make the visit even more memorable.

Take a Stroll Along Session Road

Session Road is Baguio’s main commercial street, and it’s teeming with shops, boutiques, and restaurants. Take a leisurely stroll, explore the local stores, and savor Baguio’s vibrant atmosphere. Don’t forget to try some local snacks and street food.

End Your Day at Burnham Park

As the day winds down, head to Burnham Park , a central green space in Baguio. Rent a boat and enjoy a peaceful ride on the park’s man-made lake. It’s the perfect way to unwind and reflect on your day of exploration.

Day 2: Nature Tripping in Baguio’s Surroundings

Head to camp john hay.

Start your second day at Camp John Hay , a former rest and recreation facility for the United States Armed Forces. Today, it’s a serene retreat with lush gardens, picnic areas, and historical sites. Take a leisurely walk and soak in the tranquility.

Hike Through Picturesque Trails

Baguio is surrounded by natural beauty, and there’s no better way to experience it than by hiking. Choose between the picturesque trails of Mount Costa or the Botanical Garden for a nature escape. Both offer opportunities to connect with Baguio’s stunning landscapes.

Experience The Mansion House

Visit The Mansion House, known as the official summer residence of Philippine presidents. This iconic architectural gem is surrounded by beautiful gardens and is an excellent spot for photos. Learn about its history and significance to the country.

Explore Wright Park

Wrap up your day with a visit to Wright Park . Here, you can either ride horses or watch captivating horse shows. It’s a unique experience that adds a touch of adventure to your Baguio trip.

Day 3: Taste Baguio’s Delights

Visit la trinidad strawberry farm.

No trip to Baguio is complete without indulging in strawberry picking at La Trinidad Strawberry Farm . Pluck your own strawberries and savor their freshness. It’s an experience that truly captures the essence of Baguio.

Restaurant Recommendation: For a delicious breakfast before your strawberry-picking adventure, try Café by the Farm .

Explore Tam-Awan Village

Tam-Awan Village offers a glimpse into traditional Cordillera art and culture. Wander through this art village, featuring traditional huts, art displays, and workshops. It’s a cultural immersion you won’t forget.

Indulge in Baguio’s Famous Food Scene

Wrap up your Baguio adventure by treating your taste buds to the city’s famous food scene. Try local specialties like ukoy (shrimp fritters), strawberry taho (soft tofu dessert), and baguette. Explore the local markets and eateries to discover the culinary treasures of Baguio.

Restaurant Recommendation: Satisfy your cravings for Baguio’s local delicacies at Good Taste , known for their delicious and affordable Filipino dishes.

With this comprehensive 3-day itinerary, you can make the most out of your trip to Baguio. Explore its cultural and historical sites, immerse yourself in nature, and savor the delicious local cuisine. You’ll leave Baguio with unforgettable memories of this charming city, cherishing the rich experiences it has to offer. Enjoy your Baguio adventure!

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36 TOP BEST THINGS TO DO IN BAGUIO THAT YOU NEED TO ADD TO YOUR TRAVEL ITINERARY

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 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.

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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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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.
• 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: C emetery of Negativism Baguio: A Unique Tourist Attraction

• 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

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

• 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

• 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

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

• 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

• 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

• Address:  Burnham Park, Jose Abad Santos Drive, Baguio City
• 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

• 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

• 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.

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

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

• Address:  Session Road, Baguio City, Philippines
• Nearest landmarks:  Burnham Park, Session House, Baguio Cathedral

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

• 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.

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

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.
• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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.

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

• 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?

• 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.

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

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.

• 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.

Read More: Look at Art at Oh My Gulay Artist Cafe

• 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.

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.

Read More: Immerse in art at Ili-Likha Artist’s Wateringhole

27. Sam’s Agritourism Park : A Hidden Gem in the City of Pines

• 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.
• 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.

Read More: Sam’s Agritourism Park : A Hidden Gem in the City of Pines

28.  Hunt for Baguio’s Delicacies

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.

Read More: Hunt for Baguio’s Delicacies

• 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.
• Adults – P350.00
• Students – P250.00
• Older Citizens and PWDS – P250.00
• Children ( below 3 years old) – Free
• Contact: https://www.facebook.com/mountcosta

Read More: Enjoy the View at Mount Costa

• Address:  Brgy. Bahong, La Trinidad, Benguet (30-40 min. Away from Baguio; landmark- Bahong warehouse Pink Building)
• 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.

Read More: Be Amaze at Bahong Sunflower Farm

31. Fall in love at Mirador Heritage and Eco Park

• 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.

Read More: Fall in love at Mirador Heritage and Eco Park

31. Learn More History in Igorot Stone Kingdom

• Address:  #86 Long-long Benguet Road, Pinsao Proper, Baguio City
• 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.

Read More: Learn More History in Igorot Stone Kingdom

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.

• Address:  Dominican Hill, Diplomat Road, Baguio City. The best way to get there is to take a cab from the city center.
• 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.

Read More: Scare Yourself at Diplomat Hotel (Joke!)

• 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.

Read More: Museum Date at Bencab Museum, Tuba

• 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.

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.

Read More: Head to the Easter Weaving Room

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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A relaxing scenery with a compliment of a cool atmosphere is what every tourist lookout for whenever they talk about Baguio City. The summer capital of the Philippines is approximately 4-6 hours away from the bustling city of Manila. Tourists often go to Baguio City for vacation or soul searching. (Baguio City DIY Travel Guide)

Whether it’s the nonchalant vibe or the fact that I lived there for 4 years to get my Bachelor’s Degree, Baguio City will always be a place I can call home. It’s the best place to just relax and chill in the park or sip a hot coffee in an IG-worthy coffee shop. So if you’re planning to go to Baguio City anytime soon, you’ve come to the right place! This Baguio City DIY Travel Guide will provide you everything you need to know.

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About Baguio City: The Summer Capital of The Philippines

Baguio City, also known as the Summer Capital of the Philippines OR the City of Pines, is a city in the province of Benguet and is one of the most in-demand destination. Whether you are solo traveling, traveling with a group/family or partner, Baguio is the perfect place!

Moreover, it is particularly a go-to destination in summer due to its cooler weather.

Best Time to Visit Baguio City

Although Baguio is a year-round destination, it’s still best to avoid the monsoon when you go here.  The months where most rain-shower comes are the months of July-October . Furthermore, there are some cases when early rain-shower comes by mid June.

For less crowded months,  April and May are less touristy  since it’s the hottest months of the year in Baguio City. While on the other hand, the most touristy month is December to February during holiday season.

Best time to come here if you’re looking for the coldest weather is as early as November to February.

How to Get to Baguio City?

The usual travel time to Manila is 5-6 hours depending on which part of Manila you are coming from. Regular buses usually have 1 stopover and take NLEX or SCTEX. Insider tip: if you want faster transport to Baguio with no stopovers, book P2P buses with Pangasinan Solid north Transit.

From Manila, there are daily buses from Cubao, Pasay, Caloocan, PITX and Sampaloc that goes to Baguio City. The usual bus lines that offers this route are Victory Liner, Genesis and Solid North. There are daily and hourly schedules depending on the bus companies. The usual fare will range from PHP700-800.00.

How to Get Around in Baguio City DIY Way

Getting around Baguio City is neither hard nor tricky. Almost all destinations are literally walking distance or 5 minutes away from one destination to the other. You can ride a jeepney , walk , charter a taxi or rent a private car/van .

Places that are Walking-Distance

Here are the most common places that are literally just walking distance to each other.

• Sky Ranch – just literally beside SM
• Session Road (Oh My Gulay Restaurant, Zushi Me Japanese Restaurant, Ililikha Artist Village)
• Baguio Cathedral Church
• Porta Vaga Mall (50’s Diner Restaurant)
• Black Market – an alley selling imported products at a very discounted price
• Night Market – every 9PM to 12MN in Harrison Road
• Burnham Park (Good Taste Restaurant)

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List of Jeepney Terminals

Below are the list of jeepney terminals and the places you want to go.

Where to Stay in Baguio City?

Azalea Hotel – Php4,500.00/night good for 2 person.

OYO Sajj Bldg – Php1,100/night good for 2 person.

RedDoorz Hostel @ Baguio Piraso – Php950.00/night for 2 person. Book it with Agoda below! Free cancellation too.

Where to Eat in Baguio City?

I have made a separate food guide about where to eat in Baguio. Check the top 20 most recommended and must-try restaurants in Baguio City: TOP 20 MUST TRY RESTAURANTS IN BAGUIO CITY AS RANKED BY LOCALS IN BAGUIO .

Special Events & Activities

Panagbenga festival.

The Panagbenga Festival of Flower Festival is one of the most famous festivals in the Philippines. It is held every month of February in the summer capital of the Philippines. One of the activities you should not be missing during the festival is the flower float parade where local Philippine artists are invited to celebrate the festival with the locals and tourists.

Another is the Session in Bloom that only opens every month of February in honor of the festival month. The Session Road is being closed and various stores and food outlets are opened here. Look out for foot-long hotdogs and shawarma rice during the Session in Bloom!

Christmas Villages

During the month of December , Christmas Village opens as well. The Manor and Baguio Country Club has a Christmas Village event and there’s an entrance fee of approximately PHP200.00 per person. In here, they create artificial snow and a theme of a Christmas Village. Alternatively, Burnham Park has its own Christmas Village and it’s FREE admission.

Lantern Parade

Another special event that happens every December 1st is the Lantern Parade by the Saint Louis University – my Alma mater. This is a parade of colorful lanterns in different colors, shapes and sizes partnered with the students’ colorful costumes.

Places to Visit (Expenses + How to get there)

Now that we have mentioned above all the necessary pre-travel guide and preparations you need to know before your trip to Baguio, below are the list of places to visit! A word of advise, better allow 2-3 days stay in Baguio City. I know that most tour agencies offer a day trip in Baguio but that is surely not satisfying at all. Most especially if you really like to explore the summer capital of the Philippines.

For first timers and suggested things to do in Baguio, read here: TOP 20 BEST THINGS TO DO IN BAGUIO FOR FIRST TIMERS.

Mirador Hill & Lourdes Grotto

The Mirador Hill is a 5-hectare Japanese inspired garden located just beside the Lourdes Grotto. And for the longest time, this garden had only been regarded to as the place beside the grotto. Nowadays, the Mirador Hill became an in demand tourist destination because of its beautiful and scenic panoramic view of the city.

Moreover, it is regarded to as the “ Little Japan ” in Baguio City because of the bamboo forest and the iconic Mirador Peace Memorial on top of the hill.

Entrance Fee: PHP100.00 Operating Days/Hours: Open daily at 6AM to 6PM

Stone Kingdom

The controversial Stone Kingdom has led so many tourists into this place for quite some time now. It is a place where you can admire the culture of the Igorots , ethnic group in the Cordillera Administrative Region. Tourists can rent Igorot costumes for PHP50.00 and wear it around the area for photo ops.

Sky Ranch Baguio

The theme park in Baguio City that sits just beside SM Mall is Sky Ranch Baguio. Never miss the chance to feast your eyes on the lovely panoramic view of The Summer Capital by riding the towering Baguio Eye.

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Entrance Fee: PHP 880.00 Operating Days/Hours: Open daily at 10AM to 10PM How to get here: Walking distance from Session Rd. and just beside SM Baguio

Baguio Cathedral

One of the famous Catholic Church in Baguio is Our Lady of the Atonement Cathedral, better known as Baguio Cathedral. It is located in Upper Session Rd. just ear SM Baguio.

Burnham Park

The oldest and most beautiful park in Baguio is the Burnham Lake Park. It’s a man-made park with a lake. They say that you’ve never really been to Baguio without riding boats in the park’s lake. Other things you can do here is to rent bicycles, watch kids playing soccer in Melvin Jones, buy a strawberry flavored taho , get a henna tattoo, roller skates and many more!

Entrance Fee: FREE Operating Days/Hours: Open 24 hours How to get here: Walking distance from Session Rd.

Diplomat Hotel

This tourist destination rose to fame around 2016 after being featured in TV episodes of Rated K and Jessica Soho. The reason behind it being featured is because it’s a haunted place. It is regarded as one of the most haunted places in Baguio City.

To give you a bit of information, this abandoned hotel was previously a church/seminary that transitioned into a hospital, and a hotel at the latter. Many incidents and theories happened here like the beheading of priests, a nurse committing suicide and the people who died when the hotel caught fire. To read the full story, check my Facebook post here .

Nowadays, the abandoned Diplomat Hotel no longer looks spooky compared to the days when it was not yet famous to tourists. This is because they have re-decorated and cleaned it due to the demand of tourists coming here. There’s even a chapel in the first floor that they have built.

There was a time when entering this place is not allowed and visitors are not welcome so we sneak our way in. During my college days, my classmates and I would come here for fun and look for ghosts at night. This is not joke and I dare anyone who’d do that will get instant goosebumps. But nowadays, it looks more of a photo-shoot place.

Entrance Fee: FREE Operating Days/Hours: Open daily at 8AM to 5PM How to get here: Ride a jeepney with a signage of “Dominican Hill”at the back of Abanao Square near Burnham Park.

Strawberry Farm

Located 8 kilometers from Baguio is the famous strawberry farm where tourists love to go and pick fresh strawberries! Note that the strawberry season falls in the months of November – May. There is no entrance fee inside the strawberry farm. However, if you are going to pic strawberries there will be an entrance fee and it will depend on how many kilograms per basket you are picking.

Other unique thing you can do here is to try the organic strawberry ice cream!

Entrance Fee: PHP100.00 – PHP300.00 Operating Days/Hours: 7AM to 7PM How to get here: In Magsaysay Ave. ride a jeepney to La Trinidad.

Mines View Park

A perfect panoramic view of the mountains can be seen from Mines View Park’s deck. Best time to come here is early in the morning because if you’re lucky enough you’ll see a thick fog covering the hills. Another attraction in here is the famous St. Bernard dog where you can get a photo with him. There are horses available for photo-ops too. Beautiful collection of plants and other pasalubong can be bought here.

Note that the Good Shepherd store is just across the street. It’s where you can buy the famous ube jam and strawberry jam from Baguio City. Because when you say ube or strawberry jam in Baguio, it better be from Good Shepherd! Moreover, various pasalubongs can be bought here too.

Entrance Fee: FREE Operating Days/Hours: Open daily at 5AM to 8PM How to get here: From Mines View Terminal near Harrison Rd, ride a jeepney to Mines View Park

Botanical Garden

A walk inside Botanical Garden is one of the relaxing things you can do in Baguio City. Some of the relevant sights that constructs a relaxing walk in the Botanical Garden are the flowers, trees, plants and small to large size of sculptures representing the local culture and traditions of the Igorots .

Other things you can do here is to take pictures with the native Igorots or ride a horse while touring around the place.

Entrance Fee: FREE Operating Days/Hours: Open daily at 6AM to 6PM How to get here: Ride a jeepney in Pacdal Liteng Terminal near Session Rd. going to Botanical Garden.

Kennon Road, Lion’s Head

The newly painted and renovated statue of the Lion’s Head in Kennon Road is this years early improvement when it comes to tourism in Baguio. Check out the photo below by Manila Bouletin for the epic new look of the lion’s head.

Tip : On the way to Lion’s head you may pass by Kennon Road View Point where you can get a good view of the long and winding Kennon Road

Entrance Fee: FREE Operating Days/Hours: Open 24 hours How to get here: From Bakakeng terminal go straight to Harrison Road. Climb up the Over pass and just across it you will see the terminal to camp 7. Fare is 16.50

Camp John Hay

Still think that you can roam around Baguio in just 1 day? Camp John Hay alone has a number of things to do and see. Some of the prominent list of things to do and see here are: treetop adventure, the eco-trail, check out bell house, etc . For complete guide inside Camp John Hay, read ThePoorTraveler’s guide here .

Entrance Fee: FREE Operating Days/Hours: Open 24 hours How to get here: Ride a jeepney in Bakakeng Terminal near Burnham Park to CJH

The Mansion

Officially the summer palace of the President of the Philippines. To give you a bit of information, this building was built in 1908 as summer homes for US Government Officials and was destroyed in 1945 during the battle of the liberation of the Philippines. Later in 1947, it was rebuilt and became the house of the President whenever they come to Baguio.

Tip: this is just stones-throw away from Wright Park long pond.

Entrance Fee: FREE/Tourists not allowed to go inside or beyond the gates How to get here: From Mines View Terminal near Harrison Rd, ride a jeepney to Mines View Park

Tam-awan Village

For best experience of accommodation in Ifugao, I highly suggest an overnight in a native Ifugao house! You can go to Tam-Awan Village which is 20 minutes away from the center of Baguio city and experience sleeping in a native Ifugao house! Definitely one of the coolest things ever. For full review and travel guide to Tam-awan Village, read LostAndWonder’s article here .

Entrance Fee: Adult PHP 60.00 | Student/Senior PHP 40.00 | Kids 10yrs old below PHP30.00 | Kids 3yrs old below FREE Operating Days/Hours: Open daily at 9AM to 6PM How to get here: Ride a jeepney in Guisad Jeepner Teminal near Baguio Public Market

Bencab Museum

The BenCab Musuem is a brief 15-minute drive from the center of Baguio City. Artworks by BenCab & other noted Filipino artists, plus indigenous northern highlands exhibits are what you can expect here. There is also an overlooking view of the mountains when you look outside.

For more information about the location, operating days/hours, admission fee, etc., check them out  here .

Entrance Fee: Adult PHP100.00 | Students/Senior: PHP80.00 Operating Days/Hours: Open daily at 9AM to 6PM except on Mondays, Christmas and New Year. How to get here: Ride a jeepney in Guisad Jeepner Teminal near Baguio Public Market

Philippine Military Academy

The Philippine Military Academy is another tourist spot located in Loakan Rd. Baguio. This is a bit close to the Loakan Airport and it’s about 30 minutes away from the center of Baguio City.

Be reminded that PMA is a very huge place. You can take pictures with cadets in different uniforms and attires. There are different places within the campus that offers splendid views.

Entrance Fee: FREE | PMA Museum PHP10.00 Operating Days/Hours: Open daily at 8AM to 5PM How to get here: Form Bakakeng Terminal near Burnham Park, ride a jeepney to Loakan or Kias and advise the driver that you are going to PMA.

Baguio Sample Itinerary

Here is a 2-day suggested itinerary for your Baguio City DIY trip. If you have any questions, feel free to drop your queries in the comment section below this article.

2 Days & 1 Night Baguio City DIY Sample Itinerary

DAY 1: BAGUIO CITY DIY

1AM ETD Cubao to Baguio 6AM ETA Baguio City 6:30AM Breakfast in Good Taste, Burnham Park 7:30AM Check in hotel in Baguio City 8:30AM Mirador Hill & Lourdes Grotto 11:30AM Diplomat Hotel 1PM lunch at Arca’s Yard 2:30PM Mines View & Good Shepherd 6:30PM SM Baguio, Sky Ranch and Baguio Cathedral 8PM Dinner in Oh My Gulay/Ililikha Artist Village 9PM Night Market in Harrison Rd. 11PM Back in hotel, lights out

DAY 2: BAGUIO CITY DIY

5:30AM Breakfast 6AM Stone Kingdom 7:30AM Tam-Awan Village 9:30AM Bell Church 11AM Strawberry Farm & Valley of Colors 1PM Lunch 3PM Burnham Park / Free time 5PM PMA (if timer permits) 9PM ETD to MNL

3 Days & 2 Nights Baguio City DIY Sample Itinerary

5:30AM Breakfast 6AM Stone Kingdom 7:30AM Tam-Awan Village 9:30AM Bell Church 11AM Strawberry Farm & Valley of Colors 1PM Lunch 3PM Burnham Park / Free time 5PM PMA (if timer permits)

DAY 3: BAGUIO CITY DIY

5:30AM Sunrise 6:30AM Breakfast in the campsite 8AM Archery/Airsoft/Maze 10AM Art Gallery 11AM check out 12NN Lunch in Baguio City proper 1PM PMA 3PM ETD to Manila

Tips from Joan’s Footprints

• Where comfortable clothes according to the season you are coming. The months of April – May are relatively hot. On the other hand, November – February are the coldest months.
• Beware of pick-pockets and keep your bags in front of you especially in thrift shops.
• Always bring a polite attitude.
• Ideal month to come here is from November – February. This is the best weather and the Christmas Village takes place on December. Also, the festival is celebrated for the whole month of February.

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3 Days in Baguio Itinerary: Exploring Nature and Culture

Welcome to Baguio, the Philippines’ Summer Capital, a haven of lush landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture nestled in the Cordillera mountains. Whether you’re looking to escape the city’s hustle, delve into unique cultural experiences, or simply enjoy the cooler climate, this 3-day itinerary is designed to guide you through the city’s enchanting streets, parks, and eateries. Prepare for an unforgettable adventure as we take you through the heart of Baguio, showcasing its top attractions and hidden gems.

Day 1: The Heart of Culture and Nature

Begin your journey with the essence of Baguio’s rich history and natural beauty.

Morning: Visit Burnham Park

Start the day with a relaxing stroll around Burnham Park , the city’s most famous park. Enjoy the cool breeze as you explore the park’s gardens, skating rink, and serene lake where you can rent a boat for a leisurely row.

Afternoon: Explore the Baguio Cathedral and Session Road

After a morning in nature, head to the Baguio Cathedral, an iconic landmark with stunning architecture and panoramic views of the city. Then, take a walk down Session Road , the bustling heart of Baguio, lined with shops, cafes, and restaurants. It’s the perfect spot for sampling local delicacies and shopping for souvenirs.

Evening: Sunset at Mines View Park

Conclude your first day with a trip to Mines View Park , renowned for its breathtaking views, especially at sunset. It offers a scenic overlook of Baguio’s gold and copper mines, and the surrounding mountains.

Day 2: Cultural Immersion and Art

Day two is all about immersing yourself in Baguio’s rich cultural tapestry and vibrant art scene.

Morning: Tam-Awan Village

Begin at Tam-Awan Village , where art and heritage merge. This artist colony and ethnographic museum offers a glimpse into the region’s indigenous cultures. Participate in workshops, view traditional huts, and enjoy the art galleries.

Afternoon: BenCab Museum

Next, visit the BenCab Museum , where you’ll find the works of Benedicto Cabrera, a national artist, and other contemporary Filipino artists. The museum is also home to an eco-trail and a quaint cafe with views of the forest.

Evening: Baguio Night Market

Experience the vibrant Baguio Night Market located on Harrison Road. This is the place to find street food, second-hand clothes, and unique local crafts. It’s a bustling, vibrant spot to experience the local life and find some bargains.

Day 3: Nature’s Escape and Leisure

On your final day, embrace the tranquility of Baguio’s natural landscapes and leisure activities.

Morning: La Trinidad Strawberry Farm

A short drive from Baguio is the La Trinidad Strawberry Farm, a unique agricultural experience where you can pick fresh strawberries and learn about the farming process. Don’t forget to try the strawberry taho!

Afternoon: Horseback Riding at Wright Park

Return to Baguio and enjoy horseback riding at Wright Park. It’s a fun activity set against the backdrop of towering pine trees, perfect for families and solo travelers alike.

Evening: Farewell Dinner at a Local Restaurant

For your last evening, choose one of Baguio’s excellent local restaurants for a farewell dinner. Whether you’re in the mood for Filipino cuisine or international dishes, Baguio’s culinary scene won’t disappoint.

Pre-Trip Preparations

Packing essentials.

Baguio’s weather can be quite unpredictable, with cool mornings and evenings, and occasional rain showers. Ensure you pack a mix of warm apparel, rain gear, and comfortable walking shoes. Don’t forget your camera to capture the stunning landscapes and vibrant culture of Baguio.

Getting to Baguio

Baguio is accessible by land from various points in Luzon. Many bus lines operate daily routes from Manila to Baguio, taking approximately 6 hours. For a more comfortable journey, consider booking deluxe buses with onboard services through Agoda for hassle-free travel arrangements.

Dining in Baguio

Baguio is a food lover’s paradise, offering an array of dining options from street food to high-end restaurants. Don’t miss trying the local delicacies such as ube jam, strawberry taho, and Baguio longganisa. Visit the famous Café by the Ruins for a taste of contemporary Filipino cuisine or venture to Farmer’s Daughter Restaurant for authentic Cordilleran dishes.

Travel Tips and Cultural Etiquette

Respect the local culture and traditions of Baguio by dressing appropriately, especially when visiting sacred sites. Make an effort to greet locals in their native language, Ilocano or Filipino, to foster friendly interactions. Lastly, always be mindful of the environment by minimizing waste and avoiding littering.

Discovering Baguio’s Art and Craft Scene

Baguio isn’t just known for its natural landscapes but also for a thriving art scene that blends traditional and contemporary influences. A visit to the Ili-Likha Artists Village is a must for art aficionados. This eco-art community was conceptualized by renowned filmmaker Kidlat Tahimik, offering spaces for artists and craftsmen to showcase their work amidst recycled and upcycled architecture.

Exploring Baguio’s Nightlife

After dark, Baguio transforms, offering a range of activities from cozy cafes to live music bars. The city’s cool climate makes alfresco dining and evening socials particularly enjoyable. For a taste of local nightlife, head to Baguio Craft Brewery , where you can sample artisanal beers with flavors inspired by local ingredients.

Joining Local Festivals

If your visit aligns with one of Baguio’s famed festivals, you’re in for a treat. The Panagbenga Festival, celebrated every February, is a month-long flower festival featuring parades, street dancing, and garden shows. It showcases the city’s vibrant culture and artistic talents, drawing visitors from around the globe.

Supporting Sustainable Tourism

Baguio is making strides towards sustainable tourism, focusing on environmental protection and cultural preservation. As visitors, you can contribute by being mindful of your ecological footprint. Opt for eco-friendly accommodations, support local businesses, and participate in clean-up drives if available.

Beyond Baguio: Day Trips and Excursions

While there’s plenty to see and do within Baguio, the surrounding regions also offer unique experiences. Consider a day trip to the La Trinidad Strawberry Fields , where you can pick strawberries and enjoy the scenic countryside. Another worthwhile excursion is to Mount Pulag , known for its sea of clouds and spectacular sunrise views.

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Day 1: most popular attractions, day 2: north side of town, day 3: proximity is everything, day 4: keep it simple, day 5: visit fort del pilar, burnham park.

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Sm city baguio, baguio botanical garden, wright park, mines view observation deck, where to eat, goodtaste restaurant, tsokolateria artisanal cafe, hill station, baguio cathedral of our lady of the atonement, bell church, tam-awan village, bencab museum, heritage hill and nature park garden (old diplomat hotel), lion’s head, the farmer's daughter restaurant, 50's diner, chef's home baguio city, habibis grill, good shepherd convent, mines view park, the mansion, pink sisters' convent and chapel, emilio f. aguinaldo museum, abanao square, red rustikz, the coffee library, lemon and olives greek taverna, our lady of lourdes grotto, slu museum of igorot cultures & arts, museo kordilyera, baguio museum, dinosaurs island, pet's bulaluhan, the original good taste cafe & restaurant, glenn 50's diner, café by the ruins, fort del pilar, camp john hay, hill station bistro cjh, m&n viewdeck cafe.

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Camp John Hay

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Days

Location: Camp John Hay, Baguio, Benguet, Philippines

The John Sea Resort used to be an American military camp. There are some recreational and leisure facilities in the military camp, and now it has been developed into a resort. It covers an area of 695 hectares. The resort has golf courses, ethnic performances, amphitheaters, etc., and ecological hiking is also possible here, which is very cost-effective.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Jay Travel: Besides cooling off to experience the cold climate, the place has a lot more to offer, from abundant flora and beautiful parks to unique food and keepsakes. Visit some of these iconic locations: Burnham Park, Camp John Hay, and the Baguio Cathedral.

chalkstripes: This is a good place to take a photo, unwind, drink hot choco and take a stroll. Definitely recommending this.

Day 1 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, villa rica residencia hotel is the best places.

villa rica residencia hotel

Opened in 2021, the villa rica residencia hotel offers travelers a pleasant stay in Baguio , whether for business or leisure purposes.

The hotel is conveniently located a short 5km drive from Baguio. With multiple attractions nearby including Dinosaurs Island Baguio, The Tasting Room at Baguio Craft Brewery and Maryknoll Ecological Sanctuary, guests will find plenty to keep themselves occupied.

After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel.

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Day 2 | Morning

Burnham park.

Location: Jose Abad Santos Dr, Baguio, 2600 Benguet, Philippines

The "mother of all parks" in Baguio city, Burnham park is named after American architect and urban planner Daniel Hudson Burnham who designed the original pla for Baguio City. The park has 12 main areas, including Burnham Lagoon, a children's playground and a skating rink.

Jay Travel: GOT A LONG BUCKETLIST FOR THE YEAR? A popular tourist destination in the Philippines for years has been Baguio. This mountain city has drawn travelers throughout the year, but especially during the summer and major holidays like Christmas and New Year's because of its cool temperatures, pine-dominated landscapes, and generally romantic ambience.

Jay Travel: I guess the strawberry bean curd and ice cream are the highlights here😅 food is always better than a human model! Hmnnnn you think so too?🤪 (Not if you have pretty face😉🤣) P.S - was tempted to upload my selfie dressed like the Ifugao ethnic group but probably y'all just gonna laugh so nevermind!😂 #burnhamparkbaguiocity

Day 2 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Burnham Park, don’t forget pay a visit to Our Lady of Atonement Cathedral.

Our Lady of Atonement Cathedral

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: Benguet, Baguio, Luzon, Philippines

OurLadyofAtonementCathedral is on a high hillside, the building is tall and majestic, the interior decoration is very beautiful, it is worth a visit.

Laine LG: Attend a mass at the cathedral and enjoy roaming around its grounds after. It is near Porta Vaga Mall and Session Road, so finding a café to have a snack after is not going to be difficult. You can also try climbing the steep stairs connecting Session Road to the cathedral grounds.

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A Perfect 3 Days Baguio Itinerary

By: Author Ruben Arribas

Posted on November 9, 2023

Categories Philippines

We will write our 3 Days Baguio itinerary. Baguio is Summer Capital of the Philippines and one of the most popular destinations in the country. Especially for locals. Click here to book online Manila to Baguio bus !

Read here our  Baguio travel guide , best hotels in Baguio and best restaurants in Baguio

Table of Contents

WHERE TO STAY IN BAGUIO

Click in the map to find accommodation prices for Baguio.

There are also budget hotel transients costing for around  600-900 PHP  in a promo while three-star establishments go for around  1,000-2,000 PHP , that’s only  $19-38 USD ! For those who want a more luxurious stay, you can check in at very nice hotels at around  $50-120 USD .

You can also book your accommodations through  Agoda  or  Booking

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SIM CARD AT MANILA AIRPORT

I wouldn’t recommend you to buy a sim card at Manila airport. If you wish comfort you can buy eSim online and if you aren’t in a hurry just go around phone shops in the city and compare prices to buy the cheapest sim card in Manila. Read here Philippines sim card for tourist and best Philippines eSim

BOOK YOUR TRAVEL INSURANCE

You can read  Heymondo Vs Safetwing cheapest travel Insurance . You can get for  $135 USD  your  Heymondo   Travel Insurance  with Heymondo discount code  valid for 90 days. Read our full  Heymondo Travel Insurance Review

You can get  Safetywing Travel Insurance  for Digital Nomads valid for 28 days  Safetywing for $50 USD per month with kids until 10 years old included

HOW TO GET TO BAGUIO

Getting to baguio by van and bus from manila.

There are two main ways how to commute from  Manila to Baguio – through  a bus or a private van . If you prefer to go to Baguio by bus. Click here to book online Manila to Baguio bus ticket !

You can ride one from  Cubao Bus Station  and the  5-6   hours  bus ride will cost you around  PHP 485 . You can also ride the  Executive Bus  to go to Baguio. The  4-hour  ride will cost you around  PHP 800 . Buses are leaving every hour from Cubao in Manila.

There are a few buses companies getting to Baguio from Manila: Genesis Transport:  Cubao Dagupan Bus Lines, Partas, Victory Liner and Joy Bus . They are leaving from Cubao and Pasay and prices are quite similar. Expect to pay around  PHP 500  for one way and around  PHP 750  if you choose first class.

BEST TIME TO VISIT BAGUIO

Locals also love traveling on the  summer season (March to May)  to ease the Philippine tropical torture/climate. It’s a place for relaxing and taking a break after all. If you actually love festivals, then go visit in  February  as Baguio celebrates their amazingly colorful and joyous Panagbenga festival at that time.

Click here to know more about the weather in Baguio !

DAILY BUDGET TRAVEL IN BAGUIO

Many of the restaurants and hotels in Baguio are cheap compared to the rest of the country. A full meal in the city can go for as low as  60 PHP  per person while a bottle of beer can be bought for around  50-70 PHP . Restaurant meals can be bought for around  300-800 PHP  for two people. If you only have  20 PHP  in your pocket you can even buy street food with that in Baguio night market.

Transportation is also pretty cheap with jeepneys going all over town at a flat rate of  9 PHP . If you want to travel to Baguio from Manila, the ride will also be convenient and cheap at around  500 PHP .

There are also budget hotels transients costing for around  600-900 PHP  in a promo while three-star establishments go for around  1,000-2,000 PHP , that’s only  $19-38 USD ! For those who want a more luxurious stay, you can check in at very nice hotels at around  $50-120 USD You can also book your accommodations through  Agoda  or  Booking .

BAGUIO ITINERARY

Day 1 baguio itinerary.

If you are coming from Manila after a long bus ride and checking in your accommodation will be around lunchtime. You can go around to see a few Baguio tourist spots before dinner. We recommend you for the first day to visit around Mines View Park area.

The Mines View Park, the Wright Park, Good Shepherd, Botanical Garden, The Mansion and The Pink’s Sisters Convent. And to end the day Baguio Craft Brewery and Farmer’s Daughter Restaurant for dinner.

GOOD SHEPHERD

Near Mines View Park, Good Shepherd Place is a good place to buy  souvenirs . It’s a convenient location to buy gifts and things that will remind you of Baguio’s identity.

Just a tip, queues are often long because the place has been an established “ pasalubong ” store so many tourists come here to buy goodies to bring home to their loved ones. Some of the best selling products are  Ube jam ,  Peanut Brittle , and of course,  strawberry jam .

MINES VIEW PARK

Get a chance to get dressed in full Cordillera regalia that are composed of  bahag , shield and spear for men and  tapis , vest for the ladies.

A top the Mines View Park, you could also see the beautiful view of the Benguet’s gold and copper mines and the Cordillera mountains. If lucky, you could also take a picture with the roaming  St. Bernard Dog  around the area.

THE WRIGHT PARK

Wanna try riding a horse? The Wright Park will definitely help you. It’s also near the Mansion. There are “pony boys” or guides that will help you ride your horse but it’s important to talk about their  hourly charges . It’s really great for kids, too!

PINK SISTERS’ CONVENT

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Great place for solemnly relaxing, Pink Sisters Convent is a beautiful church in Baguio  near Brentwood . People often come here to pray for a while and continue their trip. The church is very striking as it is different from its surroundings, very easy to find.

BOTANICAL GARDEN

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This park is different from Burnham park because there are  native Igorots  you could take pictures with. Also, it is very comfortable to stay here for relaxing and just take a pause from your trip. The park is absolutely free but you have to pay a small amount of  20 PHP  for taking pictures with natives.

THE MANSION

Who says Presidents could endure Philippines summer heat? The Mansion is the  official place for the President of the Philippines  for summer, that’s why it’s convenient located in the summer capital of the Philippines. Taking pictures in front of the Mansion is allowed but the place is strictly and highly guarded.

BAGUIO CRAFT BREWERY

Being the  first and only craft brewery  with freshly-brewed beer, Baguio Craft Brewery remains a local favorite. Even if you’re new to drinking, it’s easy to get used to it here. Their beer might be heavy but it suits Baguio’s weather perfectly.

FARMER’S DAUGHTER RESTAURANT

Farmer’s Daughter Restaurant has really good food on their menu. Locals often go back here again once they’ve tasted the restaurant’s dishes. People call this  the original or the authentic highlander menu.  They really do their food exceedingly well for its price.

DAY 2 ITINERARY IN BAGUIO

For the second day in your Baguio itinerary the best is waking up early morning to visit the strawberry farm. And for finishing the day walking around Burnham Park. Lourdes Grotto, Ben Cab Museum and Ifugao Woodcarvers’ Village.

You can visit Tam-Awan Village to see the Kalinga houses and the colorful and popular Stobosa Mural Arts in Baguio.For dinner you should check it out Baguio night market where there is plenty of street food. Read here  57 Filipino dishes !

VISIT A STRAWBERRY FARM

Strawberry farm lets you pick your strawberry, that’s why the experience is amazing. You could also buy packed strawberries. Actually, Rachel and I would rather want to pick ours though because we could eat it right after picking.

Don’t worry about picking unripe strawberries because it’s easy to find ripe ones. It may be more costly to buy strawberries here but the experience is worth it. Try going in  December to May.

BEN CAB MUSEUM

Take your time finishing all of the museum’s displays and just relax. Ben Cab museum will surely teach you how to appreciate art. It’s instinctive once you got the feeling. And again, art with Baguio’s vibes feel really different. It’s calming, peaceful and magical. Yes, you’ll find spots that are  instagrammable !

LOURDES GROTTO

Lourdes Grotto is another place for relaxing and possibly soul searching, so it’s in our Baguio tourist spots list. You only need to  trek 252 steps  to get to the top and see the beautiful view of Baguio City. There is also a statue of the Virgin Mary on the top. Visitors light up a candle upon getting in to the top as well and offer their prayers.

VALLEY OF COLORS (STOBOSA MURAL ARTS)

Stobosa Mural Arts is an area filled with  colorful hillside houses . You could take beautiful photos for your Instagram here but just remember to take good angles, ha! Laundries hanging may be added as an accessory. Be creative!

TAM-AWAN VILLAGE

Located in  Pinsao Proper , this village resonates to tourists that love art. The village has  seven Ifugao huts and two Kalinga House s. It’s a great way to immerse yourself on Baguio’s tribal culture. Touring around won’t take you long,  two hours  would be the maximum and you’re done.

IFUGAO WOODCARVERS’ VILLAGE

Ifugao Woodcarvers’ Village is a great side trip going to Ben Cab Museum not because it is bad but because roaming around here would only take about  an hour . The great thing about this place is that they really have some good  wood carvings  that you could buy and take home as souvenirs.

BURNHAM PARK

There are a lot of things to do in Burnham Park as it is one of the most famous parks in the Philippines. Some of those are  biking.  You can rent bikes inside the park.  You can have a  picnic  on picnic grove, visit the  orchidarium , try the  skating  rink, ride the  rowboat  and many more. This park has been consistently been in Baguio tourist spots.

NIGHT MARKET IN BAGUIO

Surely, a Baguio tourist spot because Harrison Road is popular for its  night market opening after 9 PM . There are a lot of great deals being sold. Try to catch a few! Remember that this place gets crowded because of the prices that can be saved. If you’re up to the challenge, you can surely get one!

DAY 3 BAGUIO ITINERARY

For your last day visiting Baguio Market where you can buy  pasalubong  peanut brittle and strawberries are the most popular ones to bring back home. For more sightseeing Baguio Museum and Atonement Cathedral.

BAGUIO CITY MARKET

Baguio City Market is a haven for shoppers trying to find souvenirs, but it’s famous for its stalls selling  coffee beans.  There are a lot of things you could buy here like,  fresh fruits and vegetables, “sundot kulangot”, peanut brittle, strawberry jams, longganisa,  and many many more. It’s also located very near to Burnham Park, which is very convenient.

BAGUIO MUSEUM

Located  near SM Baguio , Baguio Museum may be old but it still has important artifacts and informational content that will tell you the story of Baguio. For educational purposes, this is still topnotch. Try to add it to your itinerary to better appreciate Baguio’s development. You’d only need  less than a dollar  to get in.

ATONEMENT CATHEDRAL

This cathedral is quite popular for locals, especially on  Sunday . However, the place is very serene and calm. If you want to take a break from your itinerary and have a self-reflection time or pray, then go here. The church is  near the Upper Session Road , you might want to head there next.

MORE DAYS BAGUIO ITINERARY

If you are planning to stay longer or going more on your own there are more places to visit in Baguio. If you like adventure you can’t miss Mt Pulag National Park, Camp John Hay and Tree Top Adventure.

MT. PULAG NATIONAL PARK

Hiking may be very exhausting but it’s always worth it when you get to the top. Mt. Pulag is just like that but it’ll give you a view that you won’t ever forget. The experience hiking and going up the trail isn’t a hassle at all.

A guide costs about  PHP 600  per 5 people  while the  environmental fee  costs about  PHP   150 . The temperature could get really cold up to 5 degree Celsius.

CAMPING IN BAGUIO

If you have more days in your Baguio itinerary you can try camping or glamping in Baguio. You will enjoy amazing sunsets and sunrises from the top of the mountain. It’s only a few kilometers far from the city and you will breath fresh air.

TREE TOP ADVENTURE 

Not for the faint-hearted, Tree Top adventure has something for adrenaline chasers. From  canopy riding, ziplines, tree drops  and many more. You’ll surely find a package that will fit you.

Safety is not an issue. The staff are accommodating and friendly, they’ll make you feel really secure. This place is adventure-packed so it’s one of the Baguio tourist spots that you shouldn’t miss.

CAMP JOHN HAY

Camp John Hay is a famous tourist attraction in Baguio because of the variety of activities you could try. There are adrenaline-packed activities like riding  zip lines and harnessed free falls.  One activity named  yellow trail  isn’t adrenaline-packed but it will make you calmly fall in love with nature more as you embark on an easy forest trail.

You could also try visiting the funny, witty, but eye-opening  Cemetery of Negativism . Hopefully, you could bury some of yours there as well.

BRIDAL VEIL FALLS

Bridal Veil Falls is good for  taking pictures . It’s worth noting that the falls could be not that great sometimes, so try to insert some other places in your itinerary after going here. Other than that, even just a side trip Bridal Veil Falls is still one of the beautiful Baguio tourist spots.

LION’S HEAD

Lion’s Head is a great way to start your trip to Baguio. Many tourists take pictures here because it means their journey is about to begin. The Lion’s Head is located  at Camp 6  and measures about  40 feet in height . The paint still remains vivid and still is strikingly amazing.

LAPERAL HOUSE

An art gallery could sometimes be a  haunted house  right? Definitely with Laperal House! Laperal White House hides more than we know. It attracts visitors because of its mysteries.

Sadly, it is now  closed for the public.  You could still take pictures outside though. It still remains one of the most visited Baguio tourist spots.

EMILIO F. AGUINALDO MUSEUM

Emilio F. Aguinaldo Museum is a museum that unlike other museums. Tourists love it because it is not boring like other museums. The staff are engaging and they will teach you a lot about the  Philippine history . Some displays include the  first Philippine Flag  (may turn to ashes soon),  uniforms ,  coins ,  documents,  and many more.

MUSEO KORDILYERA – UP BAGUIO ETHNOGRAPHIC MUSEUM

Unlike other museums, the ambiance itself is inviting and beautiful. It’s very informational. Also, it is  inside UP Baguio  so expect that you’ll learn a thing or two that’ll remain to you after you exit the museum. Most importantly, it is  super  IG -worthy.

EXPLORE SESSION ROAD

Popular for its  nightlife , session road is a long road in the  central business district of Baguio.  There are a lot of shops around the area, some of which are already common. However, adding the Baguio vibes feels would be much different.

CASA VALLEJO HOTEL

Amazing for its value and located in Upper Session Road, Casa Vallejo Hotel is a hotel that withstood  100 years . It is very near SM Baguio and to Burnham Park. The accommodation is also very relaxing as the interior is a combination of historical and modern style.

MOUNT CLOUD

Mount Cloud is an independent  bookshop  that features mostly local authors and some international authors. They have some very good eye-opening books for history but they also have other genres available. The place might be small but is still cozy. Go visit and grab a book that will catch your attention, you will surely buy one.

KENNON ROAD

Kennon Road remains the  best road going to Baguio  for the following reasons. First, it the fastest route. Second, you’ll never have the views of Kennon Road on other routes. Third, it’s really exciting to drive on this road. However, the biggest drawback is Kennon Road is a dangerous road to drive. Be safe!

DIPLOMAT HOTEL

Diplomat Hotel is known in Baguio for one reason, they said it is  haunted . If you’re interested in paranormal activities it is essential that you visit this hotel. You might feel eerie but the scenery around remains picturesque.

There are lots of hotels and inns in Baguio ranging from  affordable  to  more luxurious  ones. Make sure to book your accommodation in advance in  Agoda  or  Booking  for a hassle-free Baguio trip! Here are some of the places you could consider staying at when you’re in Baguio.

THE MANOR AT CAMP JOHN HAY

The Manor at Camp John Hay is the most popular of hotels in Baguio and offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms, 24-hour security, daily housekeeping, fireplace, 24-hour front desk. All guestrooms provide flat screen television, complimentary instant coffee, complimentary tea, free welcome drink, mirror to please the most discerning guest.

The Manor at Camp John Hay facilities which include hiking trails, yoga room, fitness center, sauna, golf course (within 3 km) are designed for escape and relaxation.

Address: Ordonio Drive, Camp John Hay, Baguio, Philippines, 2600

Click here to check prices and availability !

AZALEA RESIDENCES BAGUIO

Azalea Residences Baguio is one of the most popular hotels in Baguio in Leonard Wood, a 10 minute drive from the SM Shopping Mall, the Mines View Park 10 minute drive from Camp John Hay.

Guest rooms are equipped with a work desk, an iPod dock and a flat-screen cable TV. Each has a kitchenette with a microwave and a fridge.

Azelea Residences Baguio’s Coffee Shop serves a selection of local and international dishes.

Address: Leonard Wood Loop, Bgy. M. Roxas, Benguet, 2600 Baguio, Philippines

CITY CENTER HOTEL

City Center Hotel, as its name suggests, is located in the center of Baguio City. It is very near to  Burnham Park  and  Session Road  so it’s a hotel to consider booking if you’re thinking on where to stay in Baguio. Its  location is the most attractive  feature of the hotel, according to travelers,  but its services have its own merits, too. Some of which include, 24-hour front desk, luggage service, and wake up service.

They also have beautiful  blackout curtains  surely good for those people trying to have a better sleep after good day travel. Interestingly, they also have air-conditioned in their rooms, unlike the hotels we’ve mentioned earlier. A night in their  Deluxe Room  costs about  32 USD per 2 people . Also, there is free wifi in all rooms.

Baguio Holiday Villas is located at  45 Session Road, MPB Building, Baguio City Proper .  Click here to check their availability and book your stay!

VENUS PARKVIEW HOTEL

Another hotel with a pretty  amazing location  is Venus Parkview Hotel. The hotel is also near  Burnham Park  and  Session Road , both locations of which you may start your itinerary. They offer services like 24-hour room service, free Wi-Fi in all rooms, daily housekeeping, and 24-hour front desk.

Apart from this, they also offer recreational services like  karaoke  and  massage  for a tiring day. A  Superior Air-Conditioning Room  costs about  38 USD per night   for 2 people , which include  breakfast . Wifi is also available in all rooms.

Baguio Holiday Villas is located at  19 Kisad Road, Burnham Park, Baguio City Proper .  Click here to check their availability and book your stay!

CAMP JOHN HAY FOREST CABIN

Camp John Hay Forest Cabin is perfect for family or group of friends that are wanting an immersive accommodation. The vacation home has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The house also has a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views.

If you need some toiletries, it is available for an extra charge, good for guests traveling light. The location is very near to  Camp John Hay , only a 14-minute walk. The whole house for  12 people  costs about  260 USD per night .

Baguio Holiday Villas is located at  Forest Cabin Scout Hill, Camp John Hay .  Click here to check their availability and book your stay!

Hope you find useful our 3 Days Baguio itinerary and even longer if you have more time to visit in Baguio!

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About the Author : Ruben , co-founder of Gamintraveler.com since 2014, is a seasoned traveler from Spain who has explored over 100 countries since 2009. Known for his extensive travel adventures across South America, Europe, the US, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and Africa, Ruben combines his passion for adventurous yet sustainable living with his love for cycling, highlighted by his remarkable 5-month bicycle journey from Spain to Norway. He currently resides in Spain, where he continues sharing his travel experiences with his partner, Rachel, and their son, Han.