Laoag Travel Guide

  UCC Café Terrace - Resorts World Manila
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  • UCC Café Terrace - Resorts World Manila
      UCC Café Terrace - Resorts World Manila
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  • the view of Malacanang of the north..
      the view of Malacanang of the north..
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  • the famous Paoay church..
      the famous Paoay church..
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  • Paoay Church
      Paoay Church
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  • Kapurpurawan Rock
      Kapurpurawan Rock
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Pro

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  Rich in history - the Sinking Bell Tower 


Con

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  too short a time to notice .... 


In a nutshell

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  Don't miss this if you are on your way up North... 

 

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Things to Do  

Hall of Justice

Hall of Justice, Laoag

 pres_16 Says:  Before taking our flight to Manila, I took the time to see some of the sites of Laoag City. There is so much to see in Ilocos, so have a good itinerary if you want to make most of your time here even in a single visit.Roaming around the city, I spotted this structure that... 

St. William's Cathedral

St. William's Cathedral, Laoag

 pres_16 Says:  Built in 1612 by the Augustinians, this cathedral is the seat of the Diocese of Laoag. Has an Italian Renaissance architecture. 

Visit Museum Ilocos Norte

Visit Museum Ilocos Norte, Laoag

 pres_16 Says:  I was here on a day before Christmas, unfortunately, the museum was closed. I only got to admire the museum's old structure, which was formerly a tabacalera warehouse. 

Laoag Sinking Bell Tower

Laoag Sinking Bell Tower, Laoag

 pres_16 Says:  I have always been curious about this bell tower. Visit this site and see it for yourself, the main door is now buried halfway below ground level. 

Hotels  

Java Hotel

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Hotel Tiffany Laoag

 1 Review and 15 Opinions  I made a reservation over the phone since on the website it doesn't show that there was a single... 

Restaurants  

Gerry's Grill: They're Everywhere!

Gerry's Grill: They're Everywhere!, Laoag

 wabufamy Says:  Who would've thought that they have a branch in Laoag? This restaurant is located in the La Tabacalera LIfestyle Center. Food is good but they have small servings. Don't believe them when they say it's good for 2 people. Unless, of course you eat like a bird. All of the... 

Johnny Moon Cafe: Modern Laoag Cuisine

Johnny Moon Cafe: Modern Laoag Cuisine, Laoag

 wabufamy Says:  Located in the La Tabacalera Ilocano Lifestyle Center, the cafe adds a modern twist to local cuisine. Don't miss their dinner buffet which costs (if I remember correctly) around P200.00, where you can sample various Ilocano food. 

Nightlife  

Dapayan: Lokal na Lokal

Dapayan: Lokal na Lokal, Laoag

 monina_c Says:  If you want local color, then a visit to the Dapayan is a must! It is a smoky, hot and noisy place where locals and visitors meet to listen to live music and have local delicacies like empanadas, balut, beers and pulutan.I tasted the fried empanada filled with grated papaya... 

Eagle's Nest: Native Ambiance

Eagle's Nest: Native Ambiance, Laoag

 monina_c Says:  Eagle's Nest is the bar located next to the Java Hotel. It is made of native materials and provides a view of the grounds and greens of the adjacent hotel. A relaxing venue to wind down after a busy day exploring Laoag City and its environs. :) Service is fast. The bar is... 

Tribeca: For Late Night Caffein Pangs

Tribeca: For Late Night Caffein Pangs, Laoag

 monina_c Says:  Tribeca is Laoag's version of Starbuck's. Their coffee and cakes are less expensive than the latter's. The crew are very accommodating and well-mannered. Tribeca is a place where young people, yuppies and even the more mature crowd congregate to have good coffee and just... 

Transportation  

STAREX 2007 van

STAREX 2007 van, Laoag

 markitotz Says:  We hired this van in our recent Laoag to Pagudpud trip. He also tours around Laoag and Vigan as well.STAREX 2007 model (van)Pro - very good airconditioning, very clean, newOwner - Rodel Luga / Impression - accommodating, negotiable price and tour locations, Laoag-basedPrice... 

Florida Sleeper bus from Laoag to Manila

Florida Sleeper bus from Laoag to Manila, Laoag

 tinkleskadingkadoo Says:  We opted to take the so-called Sleeper bus of Florida for we have our 5yr old daughter with us. To our dismay, The Sleeper was just a seat that could be reclined to a lying position. I think its even narrower than the regular seat. My daughter and I had to share a seat and... 

van rental laoag city, ilocos norte

van rental laoag city, ilocos norte, Laoag

 gwyneth07 Says:  We are in business of Van Rental here in Ilocos and any point of Luzon. We offer Laoag, Pagudpud, Vigan Tour in a reasonable price. I surely assure you that you will enjoy visiting the beautiful tourist spot here in Ilocos. You can email at: nettearq05@yahoo.com. For Further... 

Riding a Tricycle in Laoag

Riding a Tricycle in Laoag, Laoag

 Benamags Says:  Trike drivers in Laoag can easily tell that you are a tourist. Even though we know the fare is P8.00 per head, they charged us P10.00 each. After our second ride, we brought out all our coins so we can pay the exact amount. End of overcharging! :) 

Bus or air travel in PI

Bus or air travel in PI, Laoag

 bulldogtwo Says:  Keeping in mind the holidays and how busy transportation can get in the Philippines during the holidays, I would avoid travel over the Christmas/New Years breaks. As far as travel goes, travel in PI also takes a long time to get from one place to the other, if you can go by... 

Cebu Pacific Air

Cebu Pacific Air, Laoag

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Calesa

Calesa, Laoag

 pres_16 Says:  Calesa.... 

From Paoay to Laoag

From Paoay to Laoag, Laoag

 myspices Says:  After your visit to Paoay Church and the Malacanang of the North located in Paoay, you can move from Paoay to Laoag (to catch a bus to Vigan) using the tricycle via the Gilbert Bridge. Gilbert bridge which is built across the Laoag river connects Batac (14km) and Paoay... 

Shopping  

Laoag City Public Market: Chichacorn!

Laoag City Public Market: Chichacorn!, Laoag

 Gunggoneer Says:   When travelling Ilocos-bound destinations, it is a must that you buy Chichacorn (in different flavors), Longganisang Iloko and Sukang Iloko - Ilocano vinegar (only if travelling by bus). 

Favorites  

Vigan, Laoag & Pagudpud

Vigan, Laoag & Pagudpud, Laoag

 laikz Says:  Visit Kapurpurawan Rock and Bangui Windmills & Pagudpud Beach Great food and nice places 

The Bridge that connects - Gilbert Bridge

The Bridge that connects - Gilbert Bridge, Laoag

 myspices Says:  Gilbert Bridge is built across Laoag river and connects Laoag to Batac (14km), Paoay (16km), Vigan (80km) and Manila (485km). 

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 Gilbert Bridge is built across Laoag river and connects Laoag to Batac (14km), Paoay (16km), Vigan (80km) and Manila (485km). 

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  Hello Guys, Good day. I will be needing your inputs regarding our planned Ilocos trip. My girlfriend and I will be... 

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A: 1. Viron Transit has a terminal within Vigan City where you can get a bus to Laoag. I think it's near Plaza Burgos (but I might be wrong). Alternatively, you can take a... 

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Top Laoag Writers

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Laoag - Something interesting here too..

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 Laoag (pronounced as "la-wak"), the capital city, is in the province of Ilocos Norte. Laoag means "light" in the Ilocano dialect. It is rich in heritage and blessed with a fair bit of cultures - old... 

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Laoag City

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Laoag. I'd love to share with you the 6 tips I've written, the 14 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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Laoag City..the Marcos county..

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 So I decided to pursue my travel alone since my bestfriend bailed out on me. It was her birthday last 03/11/12 and I booked a ticket last January so we can bond together however she decided not to go... 

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BUSTLING LAOAG

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 Laoag City is a progressive town in Ilocos, conveniently located between tourist spots in Vigan and Pagudpod in the far north. It boasts of an airport and an active commercial center which gives it...... 

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Laoag

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Laoag. I'd love to share with you the 0 tips I've written, the 1 photo uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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