Best Time to Visit Laoag for 3 Days Itinerary, What to Do & Where to Go

Day 1 | Morning

Vigan City

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-4 Hours

Location: Vigan City

Weigan City, an ancient town full of Spanish flavor, is about an hour and a half drive away from Baowei City. It is a good place to visit historical sites. The museums, antique streets and pottery factories there reveal a strong cultural and artistic atmosphere, attracting many tourists to linger here. The famous Antique Street is lined with Spanish-style buildings, and every stone slab on the ground is relatively old, so cars are prohibited from entering. Therefore, the common way to visit the ancient town is to take a horse-drawn carriage. On the way to and from Weigan Ancient Town, you can enjoy the endless cigar fields. Because Laoag is sunny all year round, it is very suitable for growing cigar leaves. At first glance, it has the feeling of the golden triangle, which often attracts tourists to get off the bus.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Floe: "A Journey back in time!" VIGAN, is unique among the Philippine towns because it is the only surviving historic city that dates back to the 16th century Spanish colonial period. As if I was able to go back in the past.. I hope they continue to preserve its architectural design♥️ I also love their food, hope I can stay a little longer. i❤️Vigan! Thank you to the owner of "The Glasshouse Vigan" - Vacation home rental in Bantay, Ilocos Sur. Stayed there for 3days and 2nights. Booking inquiries 09266659596 #airbnb

Trip.com User: very nice and relaxing Place and the people sorround us so kind and the ilocano's foods its so delicious!

Day 1 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Vigan City, you can head to Sinking Bell Tower, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Sinking Bell Tower

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: Sinking Bell Tower, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

This clock tower is the landmark of Laoag Paoay City. Because of a major earthquake in 1980, the entire clock tower began to sink year by year. There is only half of the iron gate left at the main entrance of the clock tower, and half of the stairs can be seen when looking in. Since this Spanish building is sinking year by year, tourists who want to go sightseeing should do so early.

Day 1 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Sinking Bell Tower, Sarita Bed and Breakfast nearby is the best place to stay.

Sarita Bed and Breakfast

The Sarita Bed and Breakfast is one of the newest hotels in Laoag, having opened in 2022.

The hotel is conveniently located a short 11km drive from Laoag Airport. There is no shortage of things to see in the area, with the Rizal Amusement Park, Sand Dunes, La Paz and Sinking Bell Tower all nearby.

At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city.

Day 2 | Morning

Paoay Golf Course

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-3 Hours

Location: Laoag City

Located on the banks of Lake Powell, Laoag is the proud golf course. Many tourists who come to Laoag will come to play golf with their clubs for thousands of miles. The 18-hole Baowei Lake Golf Course was the exclusive golf course for President Marcos in the past. In addition to the pleasant scenery of lakes and mountains, it is also designed by the world's Grand Slam master Gary Plana.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Abolition of Tobacco Monopoly Monument and Historical Marker.

Abolition of Tobacco Monopoly Monument and Historical Marker

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-2.0 Hours

Location: Laoag City Plaza, Laoag, Luzon, Philippines

Reviews from Real Guests:

itsme_andros: Laoag City is one of the best place to live, aside from the beautiful sceneries, beaches, and hotel.You can find here a lot of historical places and over viewing sceneries. People here are generous and Kind! Mabuhay Ilokano! Mabuhay Laog!

Day 2 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Java Hotel in advance, because all the tourists head to Abolition of Tobacco Monopoly Monument and Historical Marker love staying at it.

Java Hotel

Situated in Laoag, Java Hotel welcomes its guests with an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Guests enjoy free WiFi access and complimentary private parking facilities. Rooms here are tastefully furnished and bright. Each is fitted with air conditioning, a balcony with views and coffee/tea making facilities. Featuring shower facilities, the en suite bathroom includes free toiletries. This peaceful getaway offers massages, karaoke facilities and a tennis court. It operates a 24-hour front desk and also provides airport transfers and shuttle services at a surcharge. Situated along the National Highway, Java Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Laoag International Airport and only a 7-minute drive from both Ilocos Norte Museum and Aurora Park. Guests can dine at Eagle’s Nest Bar and Restaurant which will serve a daily spread of local and international cuisines. Room service is possible.

Day 3 | Morning

St. William‘s Cathedral

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: Brgy. 14, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte

The Cathedral of St. Williams is located in the city of Laoag, Ilocos Norte, and is the largest church in the Philippines. The church was built in 1612 by Augustinian priests in the Italian Renaissance style. The image of the church is taken from the protector of the city of Lavage, the Holy Williams Friar, and has a unique two-story four-panel appearance. The white building of the cathedral is like a candle on a candelabra, which is shocking enough. Although it is not magnificent, it is also solemn and makes people not marvel at the creativity of the designer.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: La Paz Sand Dunes.

La Paz Sand Dunes

Opening Hours: Open from 6:00am-6:30pm

Location: La Paz Sand Dunes, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

Reviews from Real Guests:

itsme_andros: Badoc is one of the coolest place you ever had! Aside from bluest water. The amazing floating nipahuts are there!

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