Baguio Travel Guide

Situated on the northern island of Luzon in the Philippines, Baguio encompasses approximately 57 square kilometers of mountainous terrain rising to peaks of over 1,500 meters.

Worth It?
With a wide selection of things to see and do, Baguio is definitely worth checking out.
What to Do
enjoy a host of outdoor activities, visit the various museums and galleries, do some shopping and enjoy the great selection of restaurants.
Best Time to Go
December and January offer perfect weather with clear blue skies and no rain.
How Long?
You can enjoy Baguio in a few days but for a relaxing vacation a few weeks is do-able.
Trivia
known as the Summer Capital of the Philippines for its cooler climate, which provides a great escape from the extreme heat across the rest of the country.

The city is a favorite vacation spot with Filipino families because Baguio offers a cooler climate compared to the rest of the country. Baguio offers a wide array of things to see as well as an abundance of shopping opportunities and dining options.

The choice of restaurants and eateries is vast, with flavors and cuisines from around the world. Shoppers will love the local handicrafts, which range from small antiques to large pieces of furniture.

Baguio's main attractions include the spectacular natural landscape, which provides a wealth of outdoor activities including trekking, rock climbing and nature watching. The city also boasts a vibrant culture scene with numerous art galleries, historic museums and botanical gardens.

Travel to Baguio - Getting There

Baguio is best reached by plane from Manila with flights arriving to Baguio Airport daily. Flights usually take around 40 minutes and during the rainy season are often cancelled due to poor visibility. Baguio is approximately 250kms from the capital of Manila and is well-connected by roads and several bus companies offer services on a daily basis.

Baguio Things to Do

Baguio Attractions

Baguio Cathedral
this spectacular church is positioned on a hill in the middle of the city and is one of the most visited landmarks in Baguio.
Camp John Hay
one of the city's most popular tourist attractions, Camp John Hay provides a host of activities including a championship golf course, shopping center, restaurants as well as several hotels.
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