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Highly-urbanized city in Cordillera Administrative Region, Philippines
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Baguio is a highland city of 366,358 people (2020 census) in the province of Benguet, Philippines. Due to its cool mountain weather relative to the rest of the country, it is considered the "Summer Capital of the Philippines." The city is abundant in pine trees, so it is nicknamed the City of Pines.
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Go for a walk or go rowing on Burnham Lake. Visit the Rose Garden or have fun with the kids in the Burnham Park Playground.
This former R&R facility for American military personnel during the American occupation was turned over to the Philippine Government in 1991. Now under the auspices of the Bases Conversion & Development Authority (BCDA), Camp John Hay is a sort of country club complete with an 18-hole golf course, horseback riding and camping, among other activities. A condotel is in operation. Renovations in the resort have added different activities such as a paintball arena and zip-lining. This place can get very crowded on weekends.
Enjoy the view of the beautiful mountain scenery with other various attractions... And that's just it. This place is more of a tourist trap. The scenic view is honestly mediocre - with lots of houses dotting the hills; not too breathtaking. There are lots of vendors selling plants and souvenirs. Probably the best place to buy garden plants in Baguio, but there is no need to hastily buy souvenirs and trinkets here, they are just as available elsewhere in the city. The park itself kinda looks makeshift, with garden plant stalls hugging the winding stairs.
The "various attractions" are more like animals really. There is a horse with tacky pink dyed hair, and a big St. Bernard dog with red eyes (why?). Keep in mind that these animals are probably already part of the local tourist landscape for being here so long. Take note that having the "guides" take a picture of you with the animals will cost you ₱50-100. There is also a wishing well. You can also have your picture taken while dressed up in Igorot costumes, but this is best avoided, for not only do the costumes look tacky, but it smacks of cultural appropriation.
The main thoroughfare of Baguio, where most of the city activity is centered. SM Mall and Burnham Park are walking distance. Take a look at the cool robot sculptures and the mascots that sometimes pass by.
Limestone sculpture of a lion by the Baguio chapter of the Lions Club. It is carved by Ifugao artist Anselmo Bayang Day-ag and is considered as the Baguio's "entrance marker" for tourists coming from south of the city.
A contemporary stone attraction made through the traditional method of riprap and reinforced with concrete. Made from the concept of an Igorot child's fantasy of castles, the Igorot Stone Kingdom is meant to showcase Igorot culture and folklore.
Here you can find a beautiful bamboo sanctuary and demo farm. It was wonderful seeing various species of bamboo.
Tranquil natural area full of trees, where visitors can walk, jog or rent horses to ride.
The President of the Philippines summer home features manicured lawns & gardens open to the public.
Popular botanical garden featuring a variety of plants & colorful flowers, along with native huts.
one of the best panoramic sights in Baguio City.
Located at Fort Gregorio del Pilar on Loakan Road, visitors Philippine Military Academy History, Traditions & General Information to the City of Pines are welcome to explore the grounds, view the cadets performing their drills, and explore the PMA museum and walk around its manicured grounds to see vintage tanks and other historical military weapons.
This family-friendly outdoor space has trees, flowers & stone sculptures, plus a butterfly preserve.
Considered to be haunted, this house built in the 1930s houses Filipino bamboo & wood artworks. After Dec 2022, the house has been turned into an upscale fine-dining restaurant called "Joseph's". Ask around if it is still possible to visit without necessarily dining.
One of the most haunted place in the Philippines.
Ethnographic museum.
Small museum with displays & artifacts related to local indigenous groups & the history of the city.
Massive artwork made up of a tightly packed cluster of hillside homes painted in bold colors.
Aside from the usual Thai, Swedish and combination massage, you can have a Baguio strawberry, Benguet coffee or Cordillera rice scrub, an indigenous head massage or the Dagdagis or Kolkolis, the region’s traditional foot massage using runo sticks to stimulate the soles of the feet.
Amusement park.
Hiking area.
Chinese cuisine
Quaint ambience, hearty salads, pastas and juices and good coffee or tea.
Traditional Italian pizza and pasta.
Filipino food.
Thai restaurant.
Private home dining by reservation only. Book through the link.
Japanese restaurant.
Five huge rooms that could accommodate three to five guests each. A 20-minute taxi ride away from the different points of interests in Baguio.
Single/double rooms.
Harrison Inn
Double room with own bathroom.
Single/double rooms with outside bathroom.
Clean single/double rooms with common bathroom. It has free wifi.
Fan single/double room with own bathroom.
Set in a forested area 5 minutes' walk from Baguio Botanical Garden, this Safari-themed lodge is 2 miles from Mines View Park.
Community-focused nonprofit established in 1844 with recreational programs & services for all ages.
A bed in a dorm, free Wi-Fi, terrace.
27 hotel rooms and 6 cottages. Does not have a restaurant. Temporarily closed as of September 2023.
Deluxe and two bedroom suites with balcony, living area and kitchen. Coffee shop, lobby lounge, tour services, spa and massage services.
24-hr room service, business center, car park, coffee shop, laundry service, dry cleaning, restaurant, shops, tours, Wi-fi in public areas, massage services.
Chalet Tepeyac
1940s vacation house nestled amid a well-preserved pine-clad hill. Accessible by public transport or by foot. There are 20 clean and cozy rooms, each with cable TV, telephone, private toilet & bath with 24-hr hot shower, and room service.
Efficient and courteous staff.
The only international hotel chain in Baguio City. *update* This is no longer operational as of 2024
A boutique hotel on top of one of the Baguio mountains.
A/C rooms and suites equipped with private balcony and internet. Room and massage services and fitness room/gym.
Over 100 A/C rooms and suites within Baguio's main shopping district.
Hot shower, 24-hr running water, Wi-Fi zone, complete cooking utensils, refrigerator, sala, fan, veranda with scenic view, garage.
Clean and comfortable rooms.
A 3-minute walk from the Ohayami bus terminal, this laid-back budget hotel is 6 minutes' walk from Burnham Park and 15 minutes on foot from the vibrant shopping street Session Road in the Central Business District. Also provides a venue for business meetings or conferences and events.
Apartelle rooms aside from its standard and suite rooms.
Each of the guest rooms and apartments in Tiptop Vacation Homes include fully-furnished home equipment such as cooking facilities and cable TV. Wireless Internet access is available in some areas. Barbecue grille is also available, perfect for the cold weather.
Peanut brittle, strawberry jam, sesame crunch and ube (purple yam) jam. They ration some products to one to two jars per customer only, so if you want to buy lots of products, it might be better to bring everyone with you to buy.
Around 11PM, when the normal hustle of the city cools down, the night market takes to the street. Buy clothes, shoes, and accessories at low prices. Make sure to bring a tumbler of coffee to fight off the cold as you peruse their goods.
Souvenirs: t-shirts, keychains, magnets, notebooks, planners, tumblers, bags, sticky notes, memo pads, greeting cards, etc. Temporarily closed as of September 2023.
Also hosts a Robinsons Supermarket.
A large shopping mall in Baguio. It hosts a SM Supermarket. This mall is unusual among most Philippine malls you generally find because it lacks air conditioning; instead, cooling is provided by Baguio's naturally cool air.
By bus
By plane
Baguio has an airport, the Visibility challenges, its high altitude, and the short runway affect operations to this airport.
By car
From Manila to Baguio by car, the fastest route is through the expressways.
By taxi
More convenient for tourists perhaps, taxis are also common but once you are in the outskirts may be a bit hard to come by.
By car
Car rental in Baguio is a good option for short out-of-town trips and traveling around the city.
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