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Baguio City

City · Luzon, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Population 368,426
Area 58 km²
Time zone Asia/Manila
Official website www.baguio.gov.ph
Baguio City

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Baguio Essentials

Baguio City, the high-altitude 'Summer Capital' of the Philippines, features a mix of American colonial heritage and Cordilleran traditions. This collection covers the city’s central hub at Burnham Park and the commercial artery of Session Road. It includes the official summer residence of the Philippine President at The Mansion, the former American military base at Camp John Hay’s Historical Core, and cultural sites like Tam-Awan Village and the Igorot Stone Kingdom.

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Top Monuments in Baguio

Baguio City’s landscape is defined by its colonial history and military heritage. This selection features the iconic entrance arch and monuments honoring key figures like General Gregorio del Pilar and Colonel Lyman Kennon, who oversaw the construction of the historic Kennon Road. These landmarks, along with tributes to international service organizations and military alumni, reflect the city’s evolution from a mountain hill station to a significant cultural hub.

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Top Tourist Attractions

Baguio City’s heritage is defined by its colonial history and indigenous Cordilleran culture. This collection highlights the official summer residence of the President at The Mansion’s museum and the Art Deco architecture of Session Road. Visitors can explore the ethnographic displays of the Baguio Museum, contemporary art at BenCab Museum, and the reconstructed tribal huts of Tam-Awan Village. The city's WWII history is preserved in Japanese tunnels and the historic Bell House, while local industry is showcased through the Asin Road woodcarvings and the social enterprise products of Good Shepherd Sisters.

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Baguio's Parks & Recreation

Baguio’s high altitude and pine-dominated landscape host a variety of specialized green spaces. This collection spans the central Burnham Park, designed by urban planner Daniel Burnham, to the former US military base at Camp John Hay. It includes cultural sites like Tam-Awan Village, which showcases traditional Cordillera architecture, and specialized botanical spaces like the Orchidarium. Recreational options range from an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course to nature-based adventure trails featuring zip lines and horseback riding.

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Religious Sites

Baguio City’s spiritual landscape features diverse architectural styles and cultural influences. The Our Lady of the Atonement Cathedral stands out with its distinct pink exterior and twin spires overlooking Session Road. To the north, the Bell Church showcases traditional Chinese pagodas and dragon-adorned arches. Hillside locations include the Shrine of the Brown Madonna, a small cave shrine located along Asin Road, and the Our Lady of Fatima Grotto. These sites reflect a blend of Roman Catholic traditions, Chinese Filipino heritage, and quiet military chapels within the city's pine-covered hills.

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Baguio City — Map

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: January, February, March, December

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Typical weather in January

Great
  • 21° (feels like 20°) · extremes 9°–23°
  • 12° at night
  • 5 rainy days
  • 15 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in February

Great
  • 22° · extremes 9°–24°
  • 12° at night
  • 6 rainy days
  • 15 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in March

Great
  • 24° · extremes 11°–27°
  • 14° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 17 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in April

Good
  • 26° · extremes 13°–29°
  • 15° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 15 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in May

Fair
  • 24° (feels like 25°) · extremes 15°–28°
  • 17° at night
  • 24 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in June

Fair
  • 23° (feels like 24°) · extremes 15°–25°
  • 17° at night
  • 27 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in July

Poor
  • 22° · extremes 15°–25°
  • 16° at night
  • 30 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in August

Poor
  • 21° · extremes 15°–24°
  • 16° at night
  • 30 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in September

Fair
  • 22° · extremes 15°–24°
  • 16° at night
  • 28 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in October

Good
  • 22° (feels like 23°) · extremes 13°–24°
  • 15° at night
  • 20 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in November

Good
  • 22° · extremes 12°–24°
  • 15° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in December

Great
  • 21° · extremes 10°–23°
  • 13° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 11 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Philippine Peso PHP · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers
911
Electricity
Type A / Type B / Type C
220 V · 60 Hz
Languages
English
Tap water
Not safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+63
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Tours & Activities

Burnham Park
Drive
Mines View Park
Drive
Session Road

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