To Do

Be transported back to simpler days in any of Mount Costa's 24 landscaped gardens. This outdoor tourist destination in La Trinidad, Benguet features well-manicured gardens nestled within misty surroundings that have made it a popular destination for photoshoots and leisurely strolling.

Savor the flavors of fine Mediterranean cuisine at Le Chef. Established by Chef Billy King, who is known to have brought fine dining to Manila, it offers seasonal buffets and special meal sets.

Enjoy the cool mountain weather with a cup of traditional hot chocolate in hand. This kitchen garden restaurant serves hot chocolate made batirol-style, where a special wooden stirrer (batirol) is used to stir the mixture until thick. Enjoy it the good old fashioned way, or with a blend of the city's famous strawberries, together with kakanin (rice delicacies) or affordable hot meals.

This boutique hotel is Baguio City's oldest known hotel, with its original structure dating back to the early 1900s. In 1923, the then dormitory was converted into a hotel that has become known for its lush pine views, cozy ambiance, and fine food offerings in its in-house restaurant, Hill Station.

This classic cafe offers authentic Cordilleran food with a flourish. Having established its flagship branch in 1988, it is known for its rustic interiors and local cuisine that makes the most out of seasonal produce and ingredients. It also offers vegetarian-friendly options.

Enter the Bamboo Eco Park and be whisked away to a zen haven. It is known for its resemblance to Japan's Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, with a well-established walking path lined with thick bamboo clusters inside the St. Francis Xavier Seminary.

Baguio's market culture isn't limited to daytime. At night, Harrison Road beside Burnham Park comes alive with a selection of stalls that are known for selling bargain finds such as branded thrifted winter clothes, trinkets, local accessories, and interesting odds and ends. There are also some food stalls that offer hot snacks and cold drinks for when you need to catch a break from all the shopping.

Formally known as Our Lady of the Atonement Cathedral, Baguio Cathedral, is as much a tourist destination as it is a religious one among Roman Catholics. Located on a hilltop near Session Road, its 1930s architecture marked by twin spires overlooks the busy road and can be accessed via an approximately hundred-step staircase or via the access roads behind it. This peaceful place of worship also played a role in World War II, having served as an evacuation center during the Japanese occupation.

Hydro Falls is one of Benguet's lesser known gems. While the falls only measure around 4.5 meters high, it makes for a refreshing pitstop for trekkers and adventure-seekers.

BenCab Museum is one of Baguio's finest art spaces. Established by eponymous National Artist Benedicto Cabrera, it houses different galleries, which include the BenCab Gallery, Cordillera Gallery, Erotica Gallery, Philippine Contemporary Art Gallery, Sepia Gallery, Maestro Gallery, Print Gallery, Patio Salvador, and Larawan Hall. The museum is set in landscaped gardens and also has an eco trail and farm.