ILO01 - Iloilo City Tour (Mamag Travel and Tours)

ILO01 - Iloilo City Tour (Mamag Travel and Tours)

Iloilo – the last capital of the Spanish empire in Asia and a beguiling hub with an array of treats to offer to Pinoy travelers. Popularly known as the “Queen City of the South” with its majestic churches and fabulous Spanish colonial architecture. And while it’s not known as a tropical paradise, it’s a gateway to some of the country’s beach destinations, including Guimaras and Islas de Gigantes.

Complete list of attractions to visit:
Fort San Pedro
Iloilo City Gallery
Museo Iloilo
Jaro Cathedral
Molo Church
Molo Mansion
Netong’s Batchoy
Plaza Libertad
Camina Balay Na Bato
Esplanade
Sinamay House
Biscocho Haus
Breakthrough Restaurant or Tatoy’s Manokan

Itinerary
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Stop At: Fort San Pedro Dr, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province 5000 Philippines

Fort Sand Pedro was built to protect the city from invaders that threatened Iloilo such as Dutch and Moro pirates. The disrepair of the fort started in the early 20th century and was totally destroyed during World War II.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Museo Iloilo (Iloilo Museum), Bonifacio Dr, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province 5000 Philippines

The museum houses an impressive collection of Iloilo’s cultural heritage which includes stone age native pottery; fossils; jewelry; burial sites; trade pottery from China , Annam and Siam; era photos. Mementos and war relics; a British sunken ship; Spanish-era Filipino sculpture; and modern art done by Ilonggo artists and craftsmen.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Jaro Cathedral, Jaro Plaza, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province Iloilo 5000 Philippines

Jaro Cathedral, formally Jaro Metropolitan Cathedral and the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Candles, is the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Jaro. It is located in the district of Jaro in Iloilo City, Iloilo, on the island of Panay in the Philippines.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: The Molo Mansion, Locsin St Molo, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province 5000 Philippines

The Yusay-Consing Mansion, popularly known as the Molo Mansion, is a significant and historic house in Molo, Iloilo facing the town plaza and the St. Anne Parish Church. The mansion was neglected for several years and was thought to be good for demolition because of its very poor state. One of the gems of Western Visayas once, a private developer rescued and restored the mansion.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: NETONG'S ORIGINAL SPECIAL LAPAZ BATCHOY, Public Market, Rizal St, La Paz, Iloilo City, Iloilo, Philippines

Iloilo is the home of Batchoy, and there is a never-ending debate on who offers the best version. However, the best authentic Batchoy for that can be found is Netong’s Lapaz Batchoy.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Camina Balay nga Bato, 20 Osmena Street Arevalo, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province 5000 Philippines

Camiña Balay nga Bato is a showcase of Ilonggo culture, heritage and gastronomy. Guests can experience how the prominent Ilonggos live more than 100 years ago in a modern setting as the 6th generation still calls this house their home.
It offers guided tours, souvenirs and snacks including the famous tsokolate E and Pancit Molo.

Duration: 30 minutes