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Philippines

Baguio City / Where summer never ends

MeowScore 😻96/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😼
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😻
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

February

Strawberry picking and cool weather.

🌸
january

Witness the Panagbenga Festival - a month-long celebration of flowers and music.🌺🎶

🍓
february

Experience the cool weather and strawberry picking at La Trinidad.🍓❄️

🌼
march

Enjoy the blooming of pink trumpet trees at Camp John Hay.🌸🌳

🏞️
april

Visit the BenCab Museum and appreciate Cordilleran art and culture.🎨🌄

🧺
may

Have a picnic by the picturesque Burnham Park.🧺🌳

🌟
june

Attend the Creative Festival showcasing local art, fashion, and design.🎨✨

👣
july

Explore the Tam-Awan Village and learn about Cordilleran culture.🏠🍃

🌾
august

Join the Kadayawan Festival in Davao to witness the bountiful harvest.🍍🌽

🥾
september

Hike up to Mount Ulap and be amazed by the scenic view.🏞️👀

🕸️
october

Experience Halloween at the Philippine Military Academy and witness the spooky parade.👻⚰️

🍛
november

Go on a food trip and indulge in local dishes like pinikpikan and ginataang puso ng saging.🍽️🌶️

🎁
december

Marvel at the Christmas decor and shop at the night market.🎄🛍️

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Being a visiting cat in Baguio City may find economy and shopping moderate. Prices for local goods and transportation are fair, but imported products can be costly.

Visit the public market and haggle for deals, or purchase souvenirs at the Night Market for cheaper prices.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

weekend getaway

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

weekend getaway

Baguio is a popular destination for a quick break from the city.

Tipping

0-5%

not common (low service charge at restaurants)

Tipping

0-5%

not common (low service charge at restaurants)

cash is preferred, some restaurants accept credit cards. Splitting the bill is common among friends.

internet situation

great Speed

Relatively fast but can vary.

great Availability

Most places have access.

excellent Cellular

Good coverage across the city.

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking hostile

Limited bike lanes

walkable -ish

Moderate traffic, parks

LGBTQ tolerated

Relatively accepting

This cat-nip of a city perched in the mountains boasts cool paws and a purrfectly relaxing atmosphere.

Its quirky markets and feline-tastic cafes will have even the sassiest of cats feline fine.

Things to do

The mainstream

🏰
The Mansion
🏠
Tam-Awan Village
🛍️
Session Road
🏞️
Mines View Park
🐾
Burnham Park

The mainstream

🏰
The Mansion

Cats can get a glimpse of the Philippine president's summer house, with its elegant architecture and gardens, while taking a stroll along a scenic road.😺

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🏠
Tam-Awan Village

Learn about the traditional Cordilleran way of life and appreciate the art and culture of the Igorot people through this cat-friendly village.😸

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🛍️
Session Road

A meowful of shops, restaurants, and street performers waiting to be explored by curious cats!🐱

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🏞️
Mines View Park

Cats can't mine silver here, but they can enjoy the cool breeze and pawsome panoramic views of Baguio City and the surrounding mountains!😼

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🐾
Burnham Park

A pawfect place for cats to stretch their legs, with plenty of green spaces, a lake for rowing and boating, and lots of food stalls.😻

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Off the beaten path

🙌
Bell Church
🐈
Lion's Head
🐱
Bencab Museum
😎
Philippine Military Academy
😺
Tam-Awan Village

Off the beaten path

🙌
Bell Church

Cats can explore this beautiful Taoist temple with statues of cats, among other animals. Don't forget to rub the lucky cat's paw! 🐈

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🐈
Lion's Head

Cats can brag to their friends about climbing a huge rock shaped like a lion's head, while enjoying the mountain scenery. 🐈

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🐱
Bencab Museum

Cats can admire local art and take in views of the mountains and garden. Be sure to nap in the outdoor seating area! 🌟

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😎
Philippine Military Academy

Cats can tour the museum and watch the cadets marching, all with a stunning view of the Cordillera Mountains. 👾

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😺
Tam-Awan Village

Cat enjoy visiting the traditional Ifugao houses, surrounded by lush greenery and art exhibits. 🌴

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biking hostile

Limited bike lanes

walkable -ish

Moderate traffic, parks

LGBTQ tolerated

Relatively accepting

Mindful meoweler tips

Baguio's cool climate

The City of Pines boasts of an average temperature of 15°C, so cats should bring a cozy sweater to keep their paws warm.

Strawberry picking in La Trinidad

A 30-minute drive from Baguio, La Trinidad offers cat tourists a chance to pick fresh strawberries and enjoy sweet delicacies made from them.

Tam-Awan Village's Ifugao Huts

Cat tourists can admire the Cordilleran native architecture at Tam-Awan Village, a reconstructed village showcasing the traditional Ifugao huts.

Bencab Museum's art collections

Cats with an appreciation for local art shouldn't miss Bencab Museum's galleries featuring the works of renowned Philippine artists like BenCab and Santiago Bose.

Don't miss the town's fresh produce

Baguio is famous for its fresh vegetables and fruits like strawberries, broccoli, and lechon (roast pig). Make sure your cat tourist bites into some healthy grub.

Useful external sites

baguiocityguide.com

Baguio City Guide↗

A comprehensive guide to Baguio City including attractions, events, accommodations, and dining options.

www.baguio.gov.ph/tourism

Baguio Tourism↗

Official website of the Baguio Tourism Department with information on attractions, events, and tours.

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g298445-Baguio_Benguet_Province_Cordillera_Region_Luzon-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor: Baguio↗

Traveler reviews and popular attractions in Baguio.

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