Bolinao Travel Guide

The seaside resort town of Bolinao is situated on the northwest tip of the Pangasinan Province in Luzon in the Lingayen Gulf. The area boasts a stunning coastline and beautiful beaches.

Worth It?: Bolinao offers a great place to stop by if you're traveling in the region.
What to Do: enjoy the beach, go out for dinner and visit various tourist attractions.
Best Time to Go: anytime of the year although the wet season from April to October is best avoided.
How Long?: A couple of days are more than enough to visit the town.
Trivia: the municipality of Bolinao has a population of more than 70,000 people.

Getting around the municipality is easy with buses and jeepneys connecting all areas. Along the coastline in the centre of town are an abundance of restaurants serving flavors and cuisines from around the world with locally caught seafood found on most menus.

Bolinao boasts some fantastic beaches including the famous Patar White Beach, which is particularly known for its fine white sand and clean blue waters. There are a host of water activities to enjoy such as jet skiing, snorkeling and parasailing. Also along the coastline is the impressive Cape Bolinao Lighthouse, which stands over 300 feet high.

Travel to Bolinao - Getting There

There is no airport near to Bolinao at present, which limits transportation options to buses or car from either Manila or Baguio City. Both Manila and Baguio City have airports with flights arriving from around the world and within the local region. Buses from Manila take approximately 5 hours and from Baguio City around 4 hours. Hiring a car and self-driving is a popular option, allowing you to see the stunning scenery and attractions along the way.

Bolinao Things to Do

Bolinao Attractions

Cape Bolinao

originally built by the Americans in 1903, Cape Bolinao Lighthouse is over 300 feet high and provides signals to passing ships today. From the lighthouse you can enjoy fantastic views out over the China Sea and also the Lingayen Gulf.

Side trips from Bolinao

Enchanted Cave: just a short drive away from Bolinao, the Enchanted Cave is an interesting place to visit with a fresh water lake inside where you can take a swim. Local guides are available and can provide necessary equipment.