Things to do in Baguio | A Perfect Baguio Itinerary

Introduction:

Baguio City is a city located in the mountainous area of Luzon, Philippines. The town was founded in 1900. According to the census 2015, the city has a total population of 3,45,366.

The city of Baguio is also known as the Summer Capital of the Philippines. The city is located at an elevation of 4,810 feet, and it is approximately 1,470 meters above sea level.

Baguio is a home for mossy plants, orchids, and pine trees. The city is a highly urbanized city and a major center for education, businesses, and commercial sectors.

 The city was first known as Kafagway; the name Baguio derived from the word Bagiw which means moss. While the city is beneficial for the growth of mossy plants, it is now known as Baguio City.

Famous for its unique places to visit as a tourist and traveler, there are many things to know about Baguio. So, we are introducing a perfect Baguio Itinerary.

Location:

The city is located in the mountainous area of Luzon, Philippines. It was founded in Cordillera and is situated at 16.42 latitude and 120.59 longitudes. The elevation of the city is approximately 1400+ meters above sea level.

Where To Stay In Baguio

• Skyline Seven
• MT Baguio Transient Homes
• Koinonia Retreat Center
• Florida’s Transient House

1- Skyline Seven:

• Location – 145 Military Cutoff Road, 2600 Baguio, Philippines
• Phone Number – +63 917 663 9152
• Website – https://skyline-seven-baguio-city.booked.net/

Skyline Seven is one of the best hotels to stay in Baguio, Philippines. The hotel has a calm, peaceful ambiance which gives a fantastic experience to guests. While the hotel is away from the city rush, the hotel is accessible and close to various public transportations.

A complimentary breakfast is a specialty of the hotel, which fills your tummy before exploring the city. The staff is amiable, and the hotel has a dining area, picnic area, garden, lockers lounge, and free private parking spaces for their guests.

2- MT Baguio Transient Homes:

• Location – Loakan Road 5, 2602 Baguio, Philippines

The city has many hotels to stay, but MT Baguio Transient Homes is one of the best sellers in Baguio. The homes offer three bedrooms, a living room, a fully furnished dining room, and a kitchen.

If you want to explore the city with private cars, they also offer car rentals if you request. MT Baguio Transient Homes provides private parking, free Wi-fi, groceries, board games, etc.

3- Koinonia Retreat Center:

• Location – Fairbreeze 30 Fairbreeze Bakakeng Baguio City, 2600 Baguio, Philippines
• Phone Number – 0926 418 0879

If you are a lover of peaceful, calm, and beautiful ambiance, the Koinonia Retreat Center is the place for you. They take care of cleanliness, hygiene, and their guests.

The place offers free private parking spaces to their guests, lounge and TV area, free wi-fi, baggage storage area, library, households, shared kitchen, etc. The tourists get a fantastic experience of great mountain views from the rooms Koinonia Retreat Center.

4- Florida’s Transient House:

• Location: Holy Ghost Extension, 2600 Baguio, Philippines
• Phone Number: 0917 624 5741

Florida’s Transient House is a highly recommended accommodation that can accommodate up to 20 people. Booking.com awards the house due to the fantastic reviews made by guests.

The ambiance, hot and cold shower, cable tv, free wi-fi, kitchen, private parking, and a refrigerator makes the house more unique. The place gives you and your friends and family a unique and unforgettable experience.

Places To Visit In Baguio

• Botanical Garden
• Lion’s Head
• Baguio City Market
• Asin Hot Springs

1- Botanical Garden:

The city has an excellent and brainstorming Botanical Garden. The garden is one of a kind in itself; flora and fauna make the park one of the best places to visit as a tourist and traveler, while the garden’s spirituality makes it more special than ever.

The garden is a home for native hut replicas of local Igorot people. A lot of bright flowers and luscious plants take place around these huts. You can see butterflies and various bird species around the garden, giving an outstanding experience to the tourists and visitors.

 2- Lion’s Head:

The Lion’s Head is one of the best places to visit in the city of Baguio. One of the main tourist attractions located at Kennon Road, the area has a 40-foot tall Lion’s head.

A Filipino woodcarver, Anselmo Bayang Day-ag, brought an idea to carve the monument into a limestone mountain. If you visit the city of Baguio, Lion’s Head is a must-visit place for a tourist and traveler.

3- Baguio City Market:

The Baguio City Market is one kind in itself; the market has a wide range of shops and repair centers. The market has various food and beverage stalls, sit and try locally caught fish, strawberries, philippine staple, and longanisa in the Baguio City Market.

4- Asin Hot Springs:

The Asin Hot Springs is located in the rolling emerald mountains of Baguio City, Philippines. Getting a diving experience in hot springs and springs pools will make your day.

You can spend a relaxing day with some fresh air, incredible views, and sceneries around Asin Hot Springs. The giant water slide spits you out into a pool and fills your day with energized feelings.

The restaurant on the site offers some yummy Filipino dishes with pocket-friendly pricing and a brainstorming ambiance, giving you a fantastic experience.

Languages:

Ibaloi is a commonly spoken language in the city of Baguio. The locals are accommodating and friendly, and some of them can talk in English, and you can freely ask anything from them.

Transportations:

1- Air:

The city has an airport called Loakan Airport. Its located south of the city center, serving the general area of Baguio.

The airport is divided into two parts, a trunkline airport and a significant commercial, domestic airport. The airport is not in use currently for regular commercial services.

2- Land:

One of the primary roads in the city is known as the Session Road. You can use Taxis and Jeepneys as the main public transport in the city of Baguio.

Healthcare:

The city is providing some best private hospitals to take care of any of your health issues –

• Baguio Medical Center
• Notre Dame de Chartres Hospital
• BCU-Santo Niño de Jesus Medical Center Foundation
• Baguio Filipino-Chinese General Hospital and Medical Research Center

Culture:

1- Festivals and Holidays:

The Panagbenga Festival is celebrated in the city to give tribute to the city’s flowers and the devastation of the 1990 Luzon Earthquake. Dancers in flower-inspired costumes dancing on the street during the festival.

2- Education:

The city is considered the Educational Hub of the North. According to a survey in 2007, the city has a total of 1,41,088 students out of a total population of 3,01,926.

There are many public and privately owned schools, while Pines City National High School and Baguio City National High School are secondary public schools.

3- Sports:

The city hosted the World Chess Championship in 1978. Anatoly Karpov and Viktor Korchnoi had been playing in the tournament at that time.