Top 10 Tourist Spots in Baguio City to Add to Your Itinerary
Searching for the top Baguio tourist spots to add to your Benguet itinerary? Read on!
We are always eager to visit Baguio City especially when it’s already summer in the Philippines. While the rest of the country is hot and humid, Baguio remains relatively cool with an annual average temperature of 20°C, even during the scorching summer season (March to May).
If you’re planning a trip to the Summer Capital of the Philippines, be sure to tick these top Baguio attractions and places to see on your travel list.
Top Baguio tourist spots for nature and relaxation
1. Burnham Park
You’ve never been to Baguio if you haven’t visited Burnham Park. This famous public park was named after Daniel Burnham, an American architect and city planner.
Aside from relaxing and breathing fresh air, you can enjoy more activities here like boat riding, going on a food trip, and even biking – which was what we did when we came here. The park is open to everyone so have fun!
Opening Hours: 24 hours
Entrance Fee: Free
2. Mines View Park
From the name itself, you’ll already figure that it’s a place to see some mines of certain minerals. Mines View Park is where you can view the abandoned Benguet Corporation copper mines in the mining town of Itogon from a vantage point.
It’s usually packed with tourists so it was a bit of a challenge to pose and take photos with the breathtaking view as our backdrop. Still, we enjoyed sightseeing here and indulged in local snacks such as strawberry taho, corn on the cob, and banana cue.
Opening Hours: 6am to 8pm daily (subject to change)
Entrance Fee: ₱10 (adults); ₱5 (kids)
3. Camp John Hay
Camp John Hay will let you have a grand holiday in the City of Pines with its range of high-class facilities including The Manor mountain resort, a golf course, shopping outlets, and dining establishments.
When we entered Camp John Hay, we immediately felt like we were in a totally different country. And every yuletide season, the Baguio Country Club in Camp John Hay opens a Christmas Village, transporting you to a winter wonderland in the Philippines.
Opening Hours: 6am to 7pm daily (facilities may have different operating hours)
Entrance Fees:
- ₱85 (Outside tourists)
- ₱55 (Baguio, La Trinidad, Itogon, Sablan, Tuba, Tublay tourists)
- ₱40 (Seniors, Students, Kids)
*Visit the Official Website of Camp John Hay Management Corporation for the most updated fees and charges.
4. Baguio Botanical Garden
If you’re a plantita or plantito, you should definitely visit the Baguio Botanical Garden. Here, you’ll find different species of plants such as cactuses, succulents, orchids, sunflowers, and other flowering plants.
On top of the lovely gardens, you’ll also find art galleries and sculptures showcasing the rich culture of the Igorots. It’s an all-in-one Baguio tourist destination to retreat to nature while appreciating the local culture and heritage.
Opening Hours: 7am to 7pm daily
Entrance Fees:
- Tourists:
- ₱100 (Adults)
- ₱50 (Kids 12 & below)
- 20% Discount (Seniors & PWDs)
- Baguio Residents:
- ₱50 (Adults)
- FREE (Kids 12 & below)
- ₱25 (Seniors & PWDs)
Best Baguio attractions for culture and history
5. Tam-awan Village
If you want to immerse more in the local art scene and culture of the Cordilleras, we recommend visiting Tam-awan Village. It is a reconstructed Cordilleran village showcasing native huts and art exhibits by local artists. There’s also a cafe if you wish to sip Benguet blend coffee and sample some local dishes like pinikpikan (traditional chicken soup).
We haven’t had the chance to visit Tam-awan Village, but we’d surely add this to our Baguio itinerary next time.
Opening Hours: 7am to 8pm daily
Entrance Fee: ₱60 (adults); ₱40 (students); ₱30 (kids below 10 years old); FREE (kids 3 years old and below)
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Tip: Join this Baguio Cultural Tour to immerse more with the local culture. The tour already includes a professional guide and admission to top Baguio attractions including Tam-awan Village, Easter Weaving Room, Baguio Museum, and Strawberry Farm. |
6. The Mansion
Originally built in 1908, The Mansion is the official summer residence of the Philippine president. The main white building features a Spanish Colonial Revival architecture and is only open to official functions.
We didn’t do much here and only took photos with the magnificent structure as our background. While the mansion itself is off-limits, you can actually stroll around the manicured gardens or tour the museum and art gallery.
Opening Hours: 24 hours (Mansion Gate)
Entrance Fee: Free
7. Baguio Cathedral
Built in 1936, the Baguio Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Neo-Romanesque style. It is one of the religious tourist spots in Baguio where you can pray and have some quiet time.
Religion aside, it is actually one of the Baguio tourist sites for sightseeing with a viewing deck overlooking Baguio’s downtown commercial district and Session Road.
Opening Hours: 8am to 5pm
Entrance Fee: Free (parking fees apply)
8. Pink Sisters Convent
The Pink Sisters Convent is another religious landmark in Baguio City. While it is not particularly a tourist spot, visitors come here to pray or attend a mass. It’s a must-see Baguio attraction because of its distinct pink architecture and solemn atmosphere.
Urban legends say that couples who come here end up breaking up after. Whether it’s true or not, this sacred place is still worth visiting when in Baguio.
Opening Hours: 5.30am to 11am; 1pm to 3.30pm daily
Entrance Fee: Free
Baguio spots to visit for food and shopping
9. Session Road
Often tagged as the “Heart of Baguio”, Session Road is a top Baguio City tourist spot with its main street lined with many restaurants, shops, hotels, malls, banks, and other commercial establishments.
If you want to stay close to the happenings in Baguio, you should pick a hotel near Session Road. You may also consider staying in one of the best Baguio hotels and resorts or cheap stays in Baguio.
Opening Hours: 24 hours
Entrance Fee: Free
10. Good Shepherd Convent
Don’t leave Baguio City without dropping by Good Shepherd Convent.
While it is a religious site, it is also known as a place to shop for Baguio pasalubong (souvenir) treats such as their best-selling ube jam and strawberry jam.
Opening Hours: 8am to 5pm daily
Entrance Fee: Free
These Baguio tourist attractions are just the icing on the cake. We’ll leave the rest for you to discover in the Summer Capital of the Philippines!
Before your Baguio trip, why not learn some basic Ilocano words and phrases? It’ll be more fun to interact with the locals in their native language, especially if you come here during the Panagbenga Festival, one of the top festivals in the Philippines.