Things to do and where to stay in Baguio
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Baguio is the summer capital of the Philippines, sitting at around 1,500 metres in the Cordillera mountains. Its cool climate — averaging about 20°C year-round — makes it a favourite escape from the heat for Filipinos. It's full of Burnham Park's greenery, the lively Session Road, strawberry farms, art, and atmospheric cafes — perfect for families, couples and travellers who want cool air and mountain culture.

🌲Cool climate🚣Burnham Park🍓Strawberry farms🏔️Mountain views🎨Artists' village
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Why stay in Baguio

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Cool climate year-round

Averaging around 20°C, it's a great escape from the heat — the country's summer capital.

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Burnham Park

A central park with a boating lake, rose garden and shady picnic lawns.

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Strawberry farms

Pick fresh strawberries at nearby La Trinidad and try strawberry ice cream.

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City of art

An artists' village, the BenCab Museum, and the carved woodcraft of the Cordillera people.

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Local dishes to try in Baguio

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    Strawberries and ice cream

    Fresh strawberries and strawberry ice cream, the signature treat of this cool mountain city.

    📍 La Trinidad
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    Good Shepherd bread

    Ube treats and homemade baked goods from the nuns — a hugely popular Baguio souvenir.

    📍 Souvenirs
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    Pinikpikan

    A smoky native chicken soup with cured pork, boldly flavoured and unique to the mountains.

    📍 Cordillera cuisine
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    Mountain coffee in cafes

    Atmospheric cafes serving Benguet coffee and homemade food in the cool mountain air.

    📍 Citywide
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    Hot noodle soups

    Steaming noodle soups that pair perfectly with the cold weather, easy to find in markets and along the streets.

    📍 City markets
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    Burnham Park

    A large central park with a boating lake, rose garden and a bike-riding plaza.

    📍 City centre
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    Session Road

    The lively main street lined with restaurants, cafes and shops, buzzing into the evening.

    📍 City centre
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    Mines View Park

    A viewpoint over the valley and old mines, where you can pose with horses and large-breed dogs.

    📍 City edge
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    La Trinidad Strawberry Farm

    A strawberry farm outside the city where you can pick your own and sample strawberry-flavoured treats.

    📍 La Trinidad
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    BenCab Museum

    The art museum of a National Artist, showing contemporary works and a beautiful valley garden.

    📍 Asin Road
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    Our Lady of Atonement Cathedral

    A pink cathedral on a hill — an old landmark visible from across the city.

    📍 City centre

Things to do in Baguio

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3 Baguio hotels our team picked for you

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Grand Sierra Pines Baguio★ 8.9Upper-mid

Grand Sierra Pines Baguio

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#3 Spotless rooms · Pine grove near Wright Park

From~$129/night
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The Manor at Camp John Hay (John Hay Hotels - Garden Wing)★ 8.8Upper-mid

The Manor at Camp John Hay (John Hay Hotels - Garden Wing)

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#1 Baguio legend · Pine-forest lodge inside Camp John Hay

From~$149/night
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John Hay Hotels Forest Wing (formerly The Forest Lodge at Camp John Hay)★ 8.7Upper-mid

John Hay Hotels Forest Wing (formerly The Forest Lodge at Camp John Hay)

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#2 value in the pines · sibling to The Manor

From~$120/night
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Le Monet Hotel

★ 8.6⭐⭐⭐⭐Upper-mid📍 Baguio

#4 Modern · heated indoor pool in the pine forest

~$114/night
#5

Microtel by Wyndham Baguio

★ 8.6⭐⭐⭐Value📍 Baguio

#8 Value in the city centre · Wyndham brand

~$54/night
#6

Azalea Hotels & Residences Baguio

★ 8.5⭐⭐⭐⭐Upper-mid📍 Baguio

#5 Roomy suites · Baguio's first all-suite hotel

~$97/night
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Hotel Elizabeth Baguio

★ 8.4⭐⭐⭐Value📍 Baguio

#7 Value pick · Rustic building near Mines View

~$69/night
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Kamiseta Hotel

★ 8.3⭐⭐⭐⭐Upper-mid📍 Baguio

#6 Prettiest boutique - designed by the fashion brand Kamiseta

~$91/night
#9

Venus Parkview Hotel

★ 8.1⭐⭐⭐Value📍 Baguio

#9 Central location · across from Burnham Park

~$57/night
#10

Hotel Veniz

★ 8.0⭐⭐⭐Value📍 Baguio

#11 Central location · on Abanao Street

~$43/night

🚆 Getting around Baguio

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Bus from Manila

Air-conditioned Victory Liner buses run from Manila to Baguio in about 4 to 6 hours via the expressway.

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Taxi

Metered taxis are plentiful and affordable in the city — handy for getting up to the hilltop viewpoints.

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Jeepney

Route-based jeepneys run all over the city, a budget-friendly option for locals and visitors alike.

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On foot

The city centre around Burnham Park and Session Road is walkable, though the streets are fairly steep.

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Frequently asked — where to stay in Baguio

How cold does Baguio get?+

The average temperature is around 20°C, but it can drop below 10°C at the coldest from December to February, so pack a warm jacket.

How do you get from Manila to Baguio?+

Take an air-conditioned bus from a Manila terminal — about 4 to 6 hours via the expressway — or drive up the mountain yourself.

When should you avoid Baguio?+

During Holy Week and the Panagbenga flower festival (February) it gets very crowded and traffic is heavy, so book accommodation well ahead.

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