Location: Vigan
Top Things to do in Vigan
What to do and see in Vigan, Philippines: The Best Places and Tips
Vigan (Ilokano: Siudad ti Vigan; Tagalog: Lungsod ng Vigan; Local pronunciation: [ˈbigän]), officially the City of Vigan, is a 4th class component city and capital of the province of Ilocos Sur, Philippines. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 53,879 people.
Restaurants in Vigan
1. Calle Crisologo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 934 reviews
Reviewed By subtlety - Muntinlupa City, Philippines
This famous cobblestone street flanked by colonial-era buildings glows more beautifully at night, when the yellow halogen lamps cast a magical glow at the entire place. The buildings themselves have been re-purposed into shops and restaurants, a best practice in adaptive reuse of colonial architecture. It can get very busy though with all the horse-drawn carriages and crowds, so be adept with taking photos!
2. Dancing Fountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 338 reviews
Reviewed By marivicjoanlaron - Baguio, Philippines
This is the best way to "call it a day" when you're in Vigan. With the water Fountain springing into life and dancing with the songs, I must say this experience was quite extraordinary. For me, this was one of the highlights of our trip...
3. Bantay Bell Tower
Overall Ratings
4 based on 353 reviews
Reviewed By 374esped - Honolulu, Hawaii
A great way to learn history, you must visit a place. This area is a nice place, becuase it's taking care of. The garden around it is very lovely as well.
4. St Paul Metropolitan Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4 based on 128 reviews
Reviewed By Missydivatravels - Luzon, Philippines
The Cathedral occupies a huge area just right before going to Calle Crisologo. The interior details looks great and well maintained.
5. Syquia Mansion
Overall Ratings
4 based on 149 reviews
Reviewed By msminchin23 - Manila, Philippines
The Syquia Mansion is just a large, 2-storey old house, a "bahay na bato" which I guess is a sign of affluence way back in the 19th century. There's a small fee to enter. Kids below 7yo are free to enter and seniors get a discount. We have already spent more than 15 minutes and explored the entire upper floor before a guide showed up. We didn't even realize there was a guide, no one told us at the reception. In any case, the guide is very knowledgeable and offered some good insight on the life of the wealthy back in the day. He also gave a brief history of how Philippine President Elpidio Quirino wed into the Syquia clan. Like any old house of the wealthy, it's chocful of creepy paintings (some by the esteemed Amorsolo but still creepy haha), figurines and huge mirrors (another symbol of the rich back then). It's a nice place to see if you like history. Young children will be bored though.
6. Hidden Garden
Overall Ratings
4 based on 290 reviews
Reviewed By Richelle E - Malmo, Sweden
I liked walking through this garden and enjoy the different plants. They have good restaurants in the area too.
7. Crisologo Museum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By Timothy H - Louisville, Kentucky
The museum is the Crisologo family home. It had the old style Spanish archetecture. We took a guided tour which I highly recommend. The furnishings reflect the period and tell the family story. Some very unique pieces of art and antiques adorn the home. Either the visit!
8. Vigan Heritage Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By rpangan - Muntinlupa, Philippines
Had a stroll around Vigan Heritage Village and did photoshoots as well when we went here last Feb. It was kinda hot since we got here in the afternoon but it was worth it. Its not everyday that you visit a historic place and you go to Vigan always. Would go back if given the chance.
9. St Augustine Church
Overall Ratings
4 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By PolarbearDK - Denmark
Having seen a few local churches in the province, this is the most spectacular so far. Very nice and well maintained inside as well as outside.
10. Plaza Salcedo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By Anna May V - Pasig, Philippines
Place looks like ti has been spiffed up a bit - what with the dancing Fountain and fresh paint. You can't deny its roots, though - stores sell different wares from the old days, but they surround the plaza perimeter still. People strolling, taking pictures, partaking of refreshments.
It's a place where people Go, and families gather and visit. Come early to avoid the heat and the crowds.
The center of it all is the Vigan Cathedral. Regardless of your religion, you can appreciate the architecture and the place's historical background.
Make sure to explore, as there is more to see in the surrounding areas.
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