Places to Visit in Baguio City

Despite the rapid development and the rarity of the Pine Scented smell of the air, there are still several places worth the visit to Baguio City.

BenCab Museum - when I got here after around a thirty (30) minute Jeepney ride from the Baguio City Market, there is already a long queue of people waiting to get inside the museum. The minimal fee is worth it as there are an endless array of art pieces on display for your appreciation. There is also an eco-trail great for a short walk and with a relaxing view.

Baguio Country Club - if you are in Baguio, it is a privilege to be able to visit this exclusive and historical establishment. Though this club is exclusive to its members, I included this in the list as a place to visit when in Baguio given its amenities. The late chess legend Bobby Fischer is said to have visited this Country Club.

Camp John Hay - this is the place to relive and experience that good old Baguio everyone used to know. If you are in Camp John Hay, with all the Pine Trees and vegetation, it is easy to imagine how Baguio looked like during the early 80s. Inside Camp John Hay, there is the Manor Hotel, Forest Lodge, Le Monet Hotel, The Bell House and the Cemetery of Negativism.

Burnham Park - no one visits Baguio without setting foot on this famous park. But aside from the boat ride, take time to pass by the nearby Rizal Shrine. See also the chess players silently contemplating the best move against their respective opponents in the Igorot Park near Hotel Veniz.

Solibao, La Parilla and Good Taste Restaurants - these are the three best restaurants in Baguio City. What I like most is Solibao with branches in Session Road and inside Burnham Park. The native Pluto Bumbong is a sell out in Solibao. La Parilla has a great ambiance with its garden dining area. Good Taste is a value for money restaurant where food is magnanimously served and reasonably priced. Look closer in their menu and you will find vegan options.

Baguio City Market - Just like any market, everything is practically here. But, unlike any other market, Baguio City Market is the only market that is a tourist attraction by itself. Items here are a lot cheaper and fresher. Just go inside and you will see that taking time to pass by here before going home is one of the best moves you will ever make when visiting Baguio.