Vigan Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

Historical City of Vigan!

The 16th-century planned Spanish colonial town of Vigan is the best preserved example in Asia. Its architecture is a reflection of the blending of cultural aspects from China, the Philippines, Europe, and Mexico to produce a distinctive culture and townscape that is unmatched in East and South-East Asia. In the Province of Ilocos Sur, Philippine Archipelago, Vigan, a significant trading hub prior to the colonial period, is situated near the Abra River's delta along the northwest coast of the main island of Luzon. #tripblazers #spanishera #spanishcolonialtown

Calle Crisologo

It’s my second time to visit #viganheritage #vigan #callecrisologo, and I am still in awe at the Spanish buildings and how they are well taken cared of. #solotravels #soloyolotravels

Vigan Heritage Village — Ilocos Sur

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Vigan is one of the best places to visit if you want to travel back to the Spanish-era. From beautiful ancestral houses to centuries-old churches, you’ll definitely have a fun-filled trip in this historical city. #viganheritage As one of the best preserved Spanish colonial towns in the world, Vigan City has a unique charm that anyone would be attracted to. In fact, you might not see much of its classic architecture and matching cobblestoned streets elsewhere in the Philippines. Plus, there are food and attractions of interest in and around the city that surely make the 8 to 10-hour road trip so worth it. #jmeshadiary #jmeshatravels #travelgoals #wheninilocossur

Vigan is a city that combines the rich history of the colonial era and the bustling atmosphere of an Asian city. But, it never forgot its roots. The Spanish-era architecture remained, attracting more than a million visitors, both local and international travelers, every year. Aside from its historical and architectural significance, a trip to Vigan can also be packed with gastronomic adventures where you can feast on Ilocano food. Plan a Vigan tour to experience this unique city’s old-world charm and cuisine. Here is everything you need to know for a complete Vigan experience. #unforgettableexperiences#nyedestinations#instagramworthydestinations#deliciousfood#awesomepic#wintergetaway#tripinspired#happynewyear

A Touch of Spain in Calle Crisologo Vigan

Address - Crisologo Street, Vigan, Ilocos Sur Highlights - This cobblestoned street highlights the ancestral architecture from the Spanish colonization in the Philippines. You must try riding a “kalesa” (a horse drawn carriage) here Hotels - I recommend you stay at Ciudad de Fernandina for their newly renovated rooms Shopping - Indulge yourself in native food delicacies and woven bags in Rowena’s Weaving store #culturewalk #tripmoments

Vigan takes you back in time!

Getting There - There are 3 ways to get to Vigan! There’s an airport in Vigan with flights from Manila. For those trying to get there quicker than usual, this is the best option. Second is by bus! There are different bus lines in Manila that has trips to Vigan. You just have to know which lines to check their schedule. Lastly, if you wanna drive or go on a road trip. It’s a tiring option, but, for the adventurous traveler, this might be a good one. Attractions - The famous Calle Crisologo, no less! This is the center of tourism in the city. It feels like you’re taken back in time. A journey to the past because of it’s wonderful architecture and rich culture. There’s a museum as well as a farm owned by a rich family in Ilocos. Hotels - The hotels in Calle Crisologo are quite expensive. We chose one not too far, a good 700 meters away from Crisologo. Food & Restaurants - If you’re in Ilocos Sur, you might as well try their local food like bagnet, Vigan longganisa, poqui-poqui, and dinengdeng. Try their native coffee with balicotsa or hardened sugar cane syrup. Shopping - Souvenir shopping is not a problem here as you can find them everywhere in the city. #mytripvlog #urbanexplorer #2023travelwish

Calle Crisologo, Vigan, Ilocos Sur

Come visit and #celebratewithtrip @ Calle Crisologo in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines! These ancient pre-colonial Spanish-inspired Philippine streets will surely make you feel retro and clique at the same time. Feel the history of the Philippines' North while roaming around Calle Crisologo. Each local person in the area has stories behind each nook and cranny "esquinitas" . While some say every day is a lively day here at Vigan as tourists consider, these long-standing streets and urban houses have conquered many historical moments, including natural phenomenons like earthquakes, yet remain resilient. #spooktaculartrip Note that there are also hotels and resorts you can consider to stop by when you're here. These streets are lively both by day and by night. Surely an awesome trip to consider in the Philippines! #tripblazers

Calle Crisologo

Vigan is one of the few Spanish colonial towns left in the Philippines whose old structures have mostly remained intact, and one of it is the Calle Crisologo, which is very famous tourist attraction in the Western Coast of the large Luzon island. You cant resist to drop by here to take photo, and since this area is the busiest in the city, better drop here during road trip early in the morning, or late in the evening (or blue hour) to capture the beauty of it. Things to do: 1, shopping along the road, there are lot of things to buy, souvenirs, delicacies especially their famous Bagnet(fried pork) and Empanada(looks like dumplings?😅) 2. Eating restaurants around the area especially when you just have a long drive from Manila, (it took us 6-8 hours drive going here), 3. Taking rest hotels nearby the area and appreciate old buildings structurals(really cool🤩). 4. Of course taking selfie😍 and post it to Trip😊 #urbanexplorer #roadtrip #roadtrips #philippinespride #philippinestrip #historicculture #travelpictures

Vigan City❤️

Vigan is located in Ilocos Sur.It’s known for its preserved Spanish colonial and Asian architecture. And because of its beauty and its well-preserved Spanish-era streets, Vigan has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Vigan is one of the oldest towns in the Philippines. If you go there you will experience the ancient feels of the city. You can not just enjoy the view, but Vigan can also make your tummy happy with the delicacies they have! If you are getting to Vigan via plane, you can book a flight from Manila to Laoag thru Cebu Pacific. After arriving in Laoag, you can take a bus with Laoag-Vigan route or buses heading to Manila then drop off at Vigan. This trip will take about 2 hours and will cost 100 PHP.

Very Vintage, Vigan…

I had a short stay in Vigan City and enjoyed everything about it, except the rain… It was a travel back to a time when one would share cobblestone streets with horse-drawn carriages, flanked by old Spanish architecture, where the tallest structure is a watchtower atop a hill. But one gets jolted back to present Phililppines in the crowded central square where a pimped up karaoke machine on wheels beckons some shameless belting. What’s not to love? Viva la Vigan, I say! #vigan #philippines #ilocos

Trip to Vigan Philippines

Beautiful place to visit like old Spanish town with horses carriage and others.

Philippines - Vigan City - Ilocos Sur

Vigan is a city in the Philippines, on the west coast of Luzon island. It's known for its preserved Spanish colonial and Asian architecture. Calle Crisologo dominates the Mestizo district, with its cobblestone streets, malecón, horse-drawn carriages and rustic mansions. Near the white baroque Vigan Cathedral are Plaza Salcedo, offering fountain light shows, and Plaza Burgos, known for its street-food stalls. #philippines #philippines🇵🇭 #philippinestravel #pinas #vigan #vigancity #ilocos #ilocossur #travelling #travel #friends #trip #familyfirst #familygoals #friendsgoals #sheishappy #happybirthday #bestmedicine #wanderlust #wanderlusting

BALUARTE in VIGAN

If you have a kid and who likes animals a lot, BALUARTE in Vigan is the place to be. There is a wide variety of animals and mind you, you can have a close-up interaction with them. THERE IS NO EXEMPTION! as you see on the picture, we made it with the tiger, the bird, even with the snake (Actually we did but I missed where the picture is 😅). And the best part of it is to ride on the pony. To have this experience, you will have to pay 400pesos to have an all access to all the perks while if you would just want to get in, then just pay 200pesos. They also sell extraordinary flavors of ice cream and just outside the facility were differet souvenir shops where all goodies are all so affordable.

Baluarte Mini Zoo and Safari

Location: H92G + GV7 Quirino boulevard, Tamag, Vigan city, Ilocos Sur Baluarte Mini Zoo and Safari is a zoological park in Vigan, Ilocos Sur in the Philippines. It is owned by one of the richest man in the province Mr. Chavit Singson. This 120 hectare expanse of Mr. Singson's lot also houses a taxidermy museum. It opened year 1991. They offer a guided tour around the zoo via electronic cab worth 50 pesos. Dont forget to check out the Safari gallery. Safari gallery houses hundreds of stuffed animals, And the preserved animals hunted and collected by Mr. Chavit Singson. #createwithtrip #naturewonders

Baluarte also known as Baluarte Zoo or Baluarte Ni Singson is one of the tourist spots in Ilocos Sur. It is a zoological park situated in Vigan, Ilocos Sur. It is home to 8 Bengal tigers, 6 white lions and 2 leopards. The best way to enjoy this huge park is to book a ticket immediately. Haha #travelinspiration#scenicspotguide#unforgettableexperiences#wintergetaway#tripinspired#happynewyear

This is a part of our Ilocos Tour. Its amazing to know that Baluarte is open to the public and admission is FREE. On the ground, it has cages of various animals and various dinosaur statues. On the top of the hill is the Safari Gallery building which showcases the collections of hunted animals of Governor Singson. If you are in Vigan, this is one of the must see destination. #happynewyear

Unwind @ Hidden Garden, Vigan, Ilocos Sur

Unwind and escape the urban life here at Hidden Garden in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines! #CelebrateWithTrip Consider to book a day-trip or an overnight resort stay while in Vigan. This is surely one of my best recommendations. 💯 This resort stopover showcases a mini bamboo forest for fresh air intake for those who like to roam around, in-house restaurants and spa, and tickets for a carabao ride. (You may also check other Tours and Tickets are offered here on Trip.com!) You can be alone yet extremely happy in this out-of-the-city getaway. Still, the #spooktaculartrip would still be more fun with a companion, may it be with your family or friends, or both! Also, go and fetch some lovely souvenirs and scrumptious food on your way back from this memorable trip! #tripblazers

Hidden Garden features a restaurant and a cafe in a relaxing setting filled with tropical plants and flowers, carved wooden sculptures, and lots of clay pots. Taste some local delicacies at the restaurant or just walk around the garden past a bonsai corner, an artificial grotto, and a large birdcage housing white cockatoos. #holidayvacation#springholiday#awesomepic

One with Nature

Vigan’s so called Hidden Garden is not really hidden at all. Well, it is way out from the city center, and one needs to either ride a tricycle or hire a calesa to access it, so I guess it is partly hidden in a way. The sprawling garden started out as a personal venture for retired engineer, Francis Flores. It started to really blossom and guests started to pour in. Eventually, he opened the place to the public in 1991 and it became one of the usual stops with the calesa#tripblazers