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    • A city steeped in history, Vigan is like a page out of a history book. Its cobblestone streets paired with restored ancestral homes make it a must-see if you’re headed north of the country. In this feature, we explore Vigan’s best hotels, restaurants, and tourist spots, and show you why it deserves its title as UNESCO World Heritage Cit.

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    Where to Go in Vigan, Ilocos Sur

    VIGAN TRAVEL: Lucy’s Antique Shop Sells Fancy Souvenirs
    Lucy’s Antique Shop, situated along the historical Calle Crisologo, is home to various old items like paintings, house furniture, porcelain plates and vases, and glassware. It is located at the ground floor of the old house of Don Renato Peña and is regarded as the largest souvenir shop and the last remaining antique store in town.
    VIGAN TRAVEL: These Souvenirs Along Calle Crisologo Scream Filipino Craftsmanship
    Calle Crisologo is lined with souvenir shops that can quench your thirst for trinkets for your personal keepsake or for "pasalubong" to gift to your family back home!
    VIGAN TRAVEL: An Interactive Wildlife Adventure at Baluarte Resort and Mini Zoo
    One attraction that should make its cut to your Vigan travel list is this safari adventure resort that's just 10 minutes away from Calle Crisologo. Baluarte Resort and Mini Zoo is a must-visit spot in the province due to the exciting activities that people of all ages will surely enjoy.
    VIGAN TRAVEL: Rowilda’s Factory Continues the Century-Old Practice of Loom Weaving
    You might have seen these gorgeous, colorful woven blankets, table runners, and bath towels along Calle Crisologo in Vigan, but have you ever wondered how they are made? Join Philippine Primer as we discover the beauty of this century-old loom weaving practice in Vigan, honored to this day by Rowilda's Loom Weaving factory in Brgy. Camanggaan, Vigan City!
    VIGAN TRAVEL: Ruby Jar Factory, Vigan’s 90 Year Old Craft of Earthen Jars
    Vigan is a place where long-lived arts and crafts are nurtured up to the present time, and among those lasting craft heritage is the pottery making, also known locally as the burnay jars. Ruby Jar Pottery has been a destination for most tourists visiting Vigan City who wants to see and experience the art of pottery for many years now.
    8 Historical Places in PH You Should Not Miss
    Get your dose of history by visiting these places!
    Things to do in Vigan, Ilocos Sur: A city that doubles as a time machine
    Vigan truly is an amazing city. It’s not difficult to fit in and get to know the people, especially when it comes to talking about the city’s history. Make enough trips, and you’ll probably grow attached to this wonderful city.
    A blast from the past in Vigan’s Crisologo Museum
    Wondering what an old Vigan home looked like, decades ago? Visit Crisologo Museum.
    Hotel Luna Annex, the boutique counterpart
    Get to know the boutique counterpart of Hotel Luna.
    West Loch Park Hotel: A Modern-Looking Hotel in the Heritage City of Vigan
    For travelers and corporate guests seeking comfort and satisfaction in their stay in the Wonder City of Vigan, West Loch Park Hotel is the right place to relax in after an indulgent tour around the heritage town.
    VIGAN TRAVEL: Historical Plaza Salcedo Turns into a Spectacle of Lights at Night
    Dancing fountains are not limited to Manila’s Rizal Park. A trip to Vigan is hardly complete without a visit to their most popular park: Plaza Salcedo. Visit Plaza Salcedo's Dancing Fountain every 7 pm during weekdays, with a second show at 8:30 pm every weekends!
    VIGAN TRAVEL: Ilocos Regional Museum Complex Showcases Prominent Figures in Ilocano History
    Are you still looking forward to knowing more about the prominent figures who shaped the history of Ilocos? Have you ever fancied knowing more about one of the three martyr priests, Padre Jose Burgos, or the country’s 6th president, Elpidio Quirino? What about everything that has to do with Ilocos’ own spirit, basi? Let us take you to Ilocos Regional Museum Complex to know more about them!
    Ciudad Fernandina Hotel in Vigan: A Modern Yet Classic Heritage Hotel
    Ciudad Fernandina Hotel—a name that gives you a ring on your memory if you happen to really love Philippine history. Named after the old name of the city, Ciudad Fernandina Hotel was built in 1758 by spouses Don Francisco de la Encarnacion and Dona Rosa Anastacia.
    Hotel Felicidad in Vigan Brings out Ilocano Heritage Hospitality at Its Best
    Hotel Felicidad offers its guests a cultural representation of the lush lifestyle back in the Spanish times. Strategically located in the heart of Vigan City, the historic landmarks of town such as Plaza Salcedo and the dancing fountain, Vigan Cathedral, and Plaza Burgos can be easily accessed from the hotel.
    Bantay Church Bell Tower
    One of Vigan’s most iconic symbols is the Bantay Bell Tower. First built in 1591, it served as the town’s watchtower before being turned into a bell tower by the nearby church in 1857.
    Hotel Luna in Vigan: A Museum-like Hotel Embellished with Art and Sophistication
    Ever stayed in a hotel and museum all at once? Along the streets near Calle Crisologo, we found the only museum-like hotel in Vigan—Hotel Luna. Built during the 188os by Don Jose Florentino, for his daughter Doña Carmen Florentino, this Filipino old house with a touch of sophisticated Spanish interiors has been rebuilt, extended and restored into a high-class museum-hotel.
    Villa Angela Heritage House in Vigan is Tom Cruise-Approved since the 1980’s
    Hotels may be plentiful in the city of Vigan, but most of them are heritage homes that have been given an upgrade. They may retain the aura of a heritage house, but they can’t be compared to Villa Angela Heritage House in terms of being a true heritage of Vigan City. See what Villa Angela has to offer that made Tom Cruise choose this as his very own accommodation.
    St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral
    One of the country’s oldest Augustinian churches, the St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral started out as a chapel made of wood and thatch in 1578 by order of Juan de Salcedo, the conquistador and founder of Villa Ferdinandina, which later became the town of Vigan.
    VIGAN TRAVEL: Embark On A Historical Journey in Calle Crisologo
    Calle Crisologo, also known as Mena Crisologo Street, is a notable tourist attraction in the heritage city of Vigan.

    Where to Eat in Vigan, Ilocos Sur

    EASY RECIPE: Longganisa-stuffed Cabbage with Tomato Sauce
    The Philippine Primer shares a delicious recipe using the all-time favorite Longganisa.
    Irene’s Vigan Empanada Serves the Best Ilocano Snack in Town
    A trip to Ilocos region wouldn’t be complete without having a big bite of the famous local delicacy–the empanada. This staple Ilocano snack can be found almost everywhere around the province, but only one stood out from the rest of empanada shops around the town of Vigan, and it is Irene’s Vigan Empanada.
    Calle Brewery in Casa Lourdes: Home Of Smoked Meats and Local Craft Beers in Vigan
    When in Vigan, one should not miss the great food that comes along the history and streets of Calle Crisologo. A few walks away from it is Casa Lourdes, housing Calle Brewery that serves not just fresh seafood and smoked meats but also home-grown crafted beers.
    Tapas and Wine Bar by Titania: Bringing the Spanish Taste in Vigan
    Along the cobblestone streets of Vigan is a hundred-year-old ancestral home turned resto-bar that serves smoked meats and home-grown crafted beers on the first floor (Calle Brewery), as well as a taste of Spanish tapas and Ilocano degustation on the second floor—Tapas and Wine Bar by Titania.
    Uno Grille in Vigan Serves Enticing Charcoal Grilled and Exotic Ilocano Specialties
    Nestled only a few blocks away from Calle Crisologo, Uno Grille is the home of classic grilled favorites and Ilocano dishes, managed under Grandpa’s Inn’s chain of restaurants. Uno Grille is your one-stop dining spot for a variety of charcoal-grilled pork, chicken, beef, seafood, and vegetables.
    Kuboville in Vigan: An All-Day Food Stop Serving Ilocano Favorites
    Whether you’re in a hunt for something local past midnight or just roaming around and taking in the beauty of Vigan, Kuboville is just around the corner serving Ilocano favorites twenty-four hours a day.
    Experience the best breakfast in Vigan at Café Uno
    For your best breakfast in Vigan, Café Uno is your top choice.
    Comedor in Hotel Luna, Vigan: A Gastronomic Spanish-Ilocano Dining Place
    Nothing beats Comedor when it comes to a gastronomic Ilocano dining at best.
    From gastropub to cafe: Café Bigaa
    What used to be a gastropub is now a full-fledged restaurant and café.
    Lilong and Lilang Restaurant in Vigan: A Town Fiesta of Native Ilocano Flavors
    Stepping through the entrance of Lilong and Lilang will give you a sense of being transported into an entirely different area. Located just outside the city of Vigan, you’re only a short tricycle ride away from their fresh food and relaxing surroundings. Try Hidden Garden Lilong and Lilang's native Ilocano dishes that will suit your palates and make you wanting for more!

    Where to Stay in Where to Stay in Vigan, Ilocos Sur

    Vitalis White Sands in Ilocos Sur Offers Stunning Sunset Views By The Beach
    This cozy hotel and resort in Sabangan Beach, Ilocos Sur is the perfect place to relax in the Northern side of the country. As Vitalis Villas’ neighboring resort and predecessor, Vitalis White Sands charms its guests with the white sand beach and crystal sea that emanates a simple lifestyle.
    Vitalis Villas in Ilocos Sur Mirrors Magical Island of Santorini Greece
    Known to many as the “Santorini of the North”, Vitalis Villas mirrors that of the famous landscape of Santorini in Greece with its cubiform villas painted in a wash of white and blue.
    West Loch Park Hotel: A Modern-Looking Hotel in the Heritage City of Vigan
    For travelers and corporate guests seeking comfort and satisfaction in their stay in the Wonder City of Vigan, West Loch Park Hotel is the right place to relax in after an indulgent tour around the heritage town.
    Ciudad Fernandina Hotel in Vigan: A Modern Yet Classic Heritage Hotel
    Ciudad Fernandina Hotel—a name that gives you a ring on your memory if you happen to really love Philippine history. Named after the old name of the city, Ciudad Fernandina Hotel was built in 1758 by spouses Don Francisco de la Encarnacion and Dona Rosa Anastacia.
    Hotel Felicidad in Vigan Brings out Ilocano Heritage Hospitality at Its Best
    Hotel Felicidad offers its guests a cultural representation of the lush lifestyle back in the Spanish times. Strategically located in the heart of Vigan City, the historic landmarks of town such as Plaza Salcedo and the dancing fountain, Vigan Cathedral, and Plaza Burgos can be easily accessed from the hotel.
    Hotel Luna in Vigan: A Museum-like Hotel Embellished with Art and Sophistication
    Ever stayed in a hotel and museum all at once? Along the streets near Calle Crisologo, we found the only museum-like hotel in Vigan—Hotel Luna. Built during the 188os by Don Jose Florentino, for his daughter Doña Carmen Florentino, this Filipino old house with a touch of sophisticated Spanish interiors has been rebuilt, extended and restored into a high-class museum-hotel.
    Villa Angela Heritage House in Vigan is Tom Cruise-Approved since the 1980’s
    Hotels may be plentiful in the city of Vigan, but most of them are heritage homes that have been given an upgrade. They may retain the aura of a heritage house, but they can’t be compared to Villa Angela Heritage House in terms of being a true heritage of Vigan City. See what Villa Angela has to offer that made Tom Cruise choose this as his very own accommodation.
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