Baguio
Baguio, the Summer Capital of the Philippines, rises among pine-covered hills in the Cordillera, offering cool mountain air, colonial-era landmarks and the lively Panagbenga Festival.
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About Cordillera Administrative
Baguio is the Philippines' highland "Summer Capital" and the regional centre of the Cordillera Administrative Region. Set about 1,500 metres above sea level in northern Luzon, the city is known for its cool mountain air, pine-covered hills and strong Cordillera cultural identity.
Baguio grew from an early 1900s American hill station, with a street and park plan influenced by Daniel Burnham. That colonial legacy remains visible at Burnham Park, Session Road, The Mansion and Camp John Hay, alongside landmarks such as Baguio Cathedral and the Philippine Military Academy.
Visitors can take in viewpoints at Mines View and Wright Park, browse the Baguio Public Market, or explore local art at Tam-awan Village and the BenCab Museum in nearby Tuba. The surrounding Benguet highlands supply the city with strawberries, vegetables and flowers that shape its markets and cuisine.
Baguio is also an education and business hub, home to University of the Philippines Baguio, Saint Louis University and a growing BPO and creative sector. The Panagbenga Flower Festival each February fills the city with parades, garden shows and street performances.
With a cool climate, mountain scenery and year-round events, Baguio works equally well for leisure travellers seeking a break from lowland heat and for business, academic and group visitors attending conferences and institutional events.
Cordillera Administrative Travel Guide
Best Time to Visit
The dry season from November to May offers the most reliable weather, with cool mornings and clear views. February brings the Panagbenga Flower Festival, while December to February is the coolest period for Baguio's mountain atmosphere.
How to Get Around
Baguio is compact enough to explore key areas on foot, and jeepneys, taxis and ride-hailing services cover longer and hillier routes. Central attractions around Burnham Park and Session Road are easy to reach, while drivers help with steep roads and nearby viewpoints.
Where to Stay
Staying near Session Road or Burnham Park puts restaurants, shops and the city market within walking distance. Quieter options around Camp John Hay and Mines View offer cooler, greener settings, with a range from budget inns to full-service hotels.
Food & Drink
Baguio is known for fresh strawberries, highland vegetables and a strong café culture along Session Road and surrounding streets. Local restaurants serve hearty Cordillera and Filipino dishes, while the Baguio Public Market is the place for produce, ukoy and pasalubong treats.
Ground Transportation Services in Cordillera Administrative
Airport Transfers
Travel between Loakan Airport, Clark International Airport or Manila and Baguio hotels, business districts, venues and other destinations across the city.
Hourly Chauffeur
Book a private chauffeur by the hour for business meetings, events, sightseeing and flexible travel around Baguio and nearby Benguet.
Car Rental
Rent a car in Baguio for independent travel around the city and convenient journeys to nearby La Trinidad, Benguet viewpoints and other destinations.
Bus & Group Transfers
Arrange minibuses or charter buses for groups, corporate travel, events, Panagbenga Festival visits and tours in and around Baguio.
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