HomeAsiaSoutheast AsiaPhilippinesIloilo Iloilo Itinerary – One Day City & Province Tour for First-Timers By Marcos Detourista. Updated on January 1, 2019. How to go on an Iloilo, Philippines tour. This travel guide blog includes a sample itinerary, trip budget, DIY tips, places to visit & more. Traveling to Iloilo for a full day? Here’s an easy do-it-yourself itinerary that you can follow. Get acquainted with the major cultural and historical sights in Iloilo City and towns that dot the southern coast of the province. I’ve included important things to prepare and detailed step-by-step tips. Followed by a map guide, recommended places to stay & extra tips that can help you save money and time. Iloilo travel essentials Click below to compare rates & read reviews: Iloilo HotelsTours + discountsFlightsAirport transfers See also: 21 Things to do in Iloilo + Tourist Spots. Popular tours & discounts booked by other travelers: Iloilo Airport-Iloilo City Hotel Shuttle – ILO Private and Shared Transfers Gigantes Islands Day Tour from Iloilo City Guimaras Island Private Day Tour from Iloilo City Iloilo City Heritage Tour Iloilo Southern Countryside Tour Iloilo City COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Testing [In-Clinic Test] View all travel tips on: Iloilo. Travel Checklist Before we go on with the actual itinerary, here is a list of things that you might need to prepare and bring for a hassle-free trip. Accommodations Hotels in Iloilo often get fully booked when there are major events and conventions happening in the city including Dinagyang Festival and holiday months. Book your room as soon as you know you are going because prices rarely go down the closer you are to your trip. Take advantage of options that offer instant confirmation and free cancellation if you are not yet sure with your travel plans right now. Iloilo hotel reservation — Click the links below to compare room rates, discounts and read guest reviews by other travelers. Check ratesBook now Flights & transport Iloilo flight ticket — Book a flight to Iloilo International Airport (ILO), which is a 20 to 30-minute drive away from the city proper. See cheap flights Travel apps & internet Google Maps — This travel app will make it a lot easier to navigate around Iloilo on your own. The directions feature only works online. Make sure to get a mobile data internet plan to stay connected during your trip Iloilo Itinerary Make sure to read the step-by-step tips posted. This guide can help you enjoy a do-it-yourself (DIY) trip, even on your own. See the route map to find your way around easily. Early Morning — Iloilo Flight You can start early by taking a morning flight to the sprawling Iloilo International Airport. A shuttle to the city center takes under 30 minutes. Iloilo Airport arrivals area 6am — Arrival Iloilo flight — Earliest flight from Manila is around 4am. Fly with Cebu Pacific or Philippine Airlines. Arrival at Iloilo International Airport. Transport from Iloilo Airport to Iloilo City — Ride shared van (shuttle) from Iloilo Airport to SM City Iloilo Mall. P50 fare per person. You may have to wait until the van gets full until it departs from the airport. Hotel check-in and rest 7am – La Paz Market After checking-in your hotel, head straight to La Paz Market for a hearty breakfast of La Paz Batchoy, Iloilo’s most famous local dish. Get your caffeine fix a few stores down at Madge’s Cafe, a family-owned coffee shop that brews fresh locally sourced coffee, or indulge in a special dessert treat at the row of “halo-halo” stalls near the entrance of La Paz Market. Hot bowl of batchoy soup Halo-halo with Barquillos and leche flan Transport to La Paz Market — Taxi fares within the city usually costs from P70 to P150. You can travel cheaper by taking the jeepney (P8 minimum fare). Simply ask your hotel or locals for directions. The majority of Ilonggos are always willing to help if you ask nicely. Breakfast at La Paz Batchoy stalls — Take your pick from Ted’s or Deco’s located on the roadside, or Netong’s found inside the market. P55 to P80+ for one bowl of Batchoy. If you feel lost navigating the inner pathways of the market, just ask the vendors how to get around. The locals are almost always willing to help. Halo-halo dessert — Stalls are located near the Rizal/Luna Street entrance of La Paz Market. Coffee at Madge’s Cafe — P20 to P40 per cup. Found within the market. Morning — South Iloilo Tour Hop on a jeepney to Iloilo southern coast, where many of the province’s most exquisite centuries-old churches can be found. A morning visit is recommended if you want to take photos of the churches’ facade under the best light. Go the whole stretch to the southernmost town, San Joaquin, or skip to the main course — the Miagao Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 8:30am — San Joaquin San Joaquin Cemetery is one of the best preserved Spanish-colonial cemeteries in Iloilo. Remarkable for its military theme sculptural relief, the San Joaquin Church is a National Cultural Treasure. Transport from Iloilo City to San Joaquin — Cross the street from the Rizal St. entrance of La Paz Market and ride a “Jaro Liko” jeep to University of San Agustin along General Luna St. (P8 fare). Then, ride a “Villa/Arevalo” jeep and drop off at the jeepney stop near Iloilo Supermart Molo (P8 fare). Ride a “San Joaquin” jeep to San Joaquin town (P60; 45 minutes). Drop off at San Joaquin Cemetery 10AM — San Joaquin Cemetery Ride tricycle (motorized rickshaw) from the cemetery to the town proper — P7 fare; less than 5 minutes. San Joaquin Church 10:45am — Miagao Miagao Church, Iloilo’s iconic landmark, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Transport from San Joaquin to Miagao — Walk (5 minutes) or ride trisikad (cycle rickshaw; P7 fare) to the highway intersection. Ride a “Miag-ao” or “San Joaquin” jeepney to Miagao town (P10 to P15 fare; 15 to 20 minutes). Drop off at Miagao Church. Miagao Church 11:30am — Lunch Have a meal break on your way back to the city. Here are some options in different towns you will be passing by: Sulu Gardens in Miagao, South Park Grill in Guimbal, Allan’s Talabahan in Oton. They are conveniently located along the highway. You can also eat at Villa Beach in Iloilo City. Tatoy’s Manokan and Seafood, Breakthrough or Erning’s Lechon are the top choices. To get to Villa Beach. Ride a “Villa/Arevalo” jeep from Arevalo District Plaza. The jeepney stop is located on the other side of the plaza, beside the Iloilo Supermart Arevalo Branch or the covered gym. You may ask the locals if you are having trouble finding it. Ride jeepney to Iloilo City — You can also make a few stops & visit more churches that you will be passing by. All jeepneys follow the same route, so you can hop on and off easily. Once you reach the city boundary you will be dropped off at Mohon Terminal, where you can ride a “Villa/Arevalo” jeep to the city center. Optional photo stops — Guimbal Church, Guimbal Plaza, Tigbauan Church Afternoon to Evening — Iloilo City Tour The City of Iloilo is home to, not only beautiful old churches but also other heritage structures like ancestral houses and institutional buildings. Almost all of the city’s districts has a Spanish-colonial church and a plaza because they used to be separate towns before they were merged into one city. 1:30pm — Villa de Arevalo and Molo On your way back to the city, drop off at Camiña Balay nga Bato for a tour of the heritage house capped with an invigorating taste of native hot tsokolate. Proceed to Molo District Plaza, where you can find Molo Church, and then explore the many sights of Plaza Libertad in the City Proper District. Hot Tsokolate drink at Balay Camiña nga Bato. Molo Plaza and the Gothic Renaissance-style Molo Church. Camiña Balay nga Bato — Camiña Balay nga Bato is located a couple of meters away from the Arevalo District Plaza, along the highway. Tour rates: P150 per person including house tour and tsokolate tasting, P200 per person including house tour, tsokolate, and pancit molo tasting. Ride “Villa/Arevalo” jeep to Molo Plaza — P8 fare Molo Plaza Molo Mansion Molo Church 2:30PM — Iloilo City Proper From Plaza Libertad, walk down Calle Real, now known as JM Basa Street, for a stroll down memory lane. During the era of Iloilo’s booming sugar industry up until the 1980s, Calle Real was the commercial and shopping center of the city. Many of the city’s heritage commercial buildings and monuments can still be seen along this historic road. Then, ride a jeep to the Arroyo fountain fronting the Old Iloilo Provincial Capitol and walk your way to Museo Iloilo, one of the city’s iconic landmarks. San Jose Church, the birthplace of Iloilo’s annual Dinagyang Festival. View from the rooftop of the Iloilo City Hall facing Plaza Libertad and Guimaras Island. View from the rooftop of the Iloilo City Hall facing the Iloilo River. Iloilo Customs House (Aduana) built along the banks of the Iloilo River. Calle Real, the cultural core of Downtown Iloilo. Arroyo Fountain and Old Provincial Capitol. Museo Iloilo, the first government-sponsored museum outside Manila. Ride “Villa/Arevalo” Jeep to General Luna Street (P8 fare). Drop off at University of San Agustin Jeepney Stop. Ride “SM City Proper” jeep to Plaza Libertad (P8 fare). Plaza Libertad San Jose Church Iloilo City Hall — Enter the city gallery on the first floor of the Iloilo City Hall building and request a tour of the rooftop to get a nice overlooking view of Iloilo City and Guimaras Island. Iloilo Customs House / Aduana building — Found along the Iloilo River. Follow the street beside the Freedom Grandstand. Calle Real — Walk along JM Basa Street to The International Hotel Building (corner of JM Basa and Guanco Streets) or walk all the way to the Plazoleta Gay (rotunda with the obelisk monument in the center). Ride “Jaro CPU” jeep to the Arroyo Fountain located in front of the Old Iloilo Provincial Capitol building — P8 fare Arroyo Fountain Old Iloilo Provincial Capitol Museo Iloilo — P30 entrance fee 4pm — Jaro Continue to Jaro District, where you can find many old ancestral houses in addition to visiting the Jaro Cathedral and Belfry. Lizares Mansion (now the Angelicum School) Casa Mariquit, a heritage house named after the wife of the late Vice President Fernando Lopez, Sr. Nelly Garden, one of the Lopez Family’s grand old houses in Iloilo. Sanson-Montinola Antillian House Jaro Cathedral, the religious seat of power in Western Visayas. Interiors of the Jaro Cathedral Jaro Belfry located across the street from the cathedral. Ride “Jaro CPU” jeep to Jaro Plaza Optional stopovers: Nelly Garden (Lopez “white” house) — A tour of the house needs prior reservations. You can only take photos from the street. Sanson y Montinola Antillian House — Not open to the public but you can also take photos from the street. Jaro Cathedral and Belfry Casa Mariquit — Found along a narrow alleyway beside Shell Gas Station, near PRC Regional Office. Go inside and look for the caretakers of the house. No entrance fee is charged but tipping the caretakers is expected after the tour. Ride “Jaro CPU” jeep from the jeepney stop located on the other side of Jaro Plaza, in front of Andoks (P8 fare). Drop off at Lizares Mansion (now the Angelicum School). Lizares Mansion 5:30pm — Mandurriao & Iloilo Nightlife Spend your late afternoon with a leisurely sunset stroll along the Iloilo River Esplanade and then treat yourself to a nice dinner at Smallville Complex, Plazuela de Iloilo or Iloilo Business Park by Megaworld, which are among Iloilo’s best dining strips. Sunset walk along the Iloilo River Esplanade Ride “Leganes” jeep to Benigno Aquino Avenue (Diversion Road). Drop off at the entrance of Iloilo River Esplanade Iloilo River Esplanade — The best views are at the middle of the esplanade. Dinner at Smallville, Plazuela de Iloilo or Iloilo Business Park by Megaworld — These areas offer a wide variety of dining options from the local flavors to international cuisines. Choose among these top options: Punot — Riverside Boardwalk, Smallville Complex. Ramboy’s — Riverside Boardwalk, Smallville Complex. Bauhinia — The Avenue, Smallville Complex Ponsyon — Plazuela de Iloilo. Samurai — Diversion Road; Beside Diversion21 Hotel Farm to Table — Iloilo Business Park. Dova — Iloilo Business Park. Route Map Array Travel tips before you go Where to stay in Iloilo? Check ratesBook now Book your stay with these top-rated resorts, hotels, hostels & pension houses in Iloilo. Click the links below to see rates, discounts and read guest reviews. One Lourdes Dormitel Budget under P1,000 | Iloilo City Proper Check Rates Riverside Inn Budget under P1,000 | Iloilo City Proper Check Rates Circle Inn Iloilo City Center Budget | Iloilo City Proper Check Rates GT Hotel Iloilo Budget | Iloilo City Proper Check Rates Hotel del Rio Mid-range | Molo Check Rates Urban Sands Iloilo Hotel Mid-range | Molo Check Rates Diversion21 Hotel Mid-range | Mandurriao Check Rates The Grand Dame Hotel Mid-range | La Paz Check Rates Richmonde Hotel Iloilo Splurge | Mandurriao Check Rates Seda Hotel Iloilo Splurge | Mandurriao Check Rates Did you find this travel guide helpful? Share your trips & tag #detourista. Follow updates on: Instagram@detouristaHQ Facebook@detourista Pinterest Don’t leave yet. There’s more! 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Reply Abarri says January 26, 2016 at 4:13 am hi marco how can i get to san joaquin from iloilo airport via public transport only pls. thanks Marcos Detourist says January 27, 2016 at 5:34 pm From Iloilo Airport, ride a shuttle to SM City Iloilo, then a jeep to the Iloilo Market Terminal, where you can find the jeep to San Joaquin. The market is found beside Robinsons Place Iloilo. You can hop on an SM Manurriao jeep to get there from SM City Iloilo. Neil says May 7, 2016 at 2:18 pm Good afternoon po Sir Marcos. Aside po sa pag commute, meron po bang ibang paraan – like motorcycle to be hired for the whole day (with driver)? Reply Marcos Detourist says May 7, 2016 at 9:24 pm Motorcycle taxis are not common in Iloilo. If you want a private tour, you have to rent a car/van. Reply Hilda says September 20, 2016 at 5:42 am How much po yung car/van rental para sa private tour? Regina says October 18, 2016 at 4:40 pm Thank you for the very informative blog post. ☺️ Reply Yang says June 11, 2017 at 7:36 pm Following this blogpost. I’ll be going-solo to Iloilo for my bday on the 22nd of July, and I guess this will help me a lot. Thanks for posting. Reply Marcos Detourist says June 12, 2017 at 2:16 am You’re welcome :D Happy trip! Reply Rico says July 8, 2017 at 9:29 pm Good pm Sir. How to go to Jaro from Miagao? Ty Reply Marcos Detourist says July 11, 2017 at 5:56 pm You can ride a Villa Arevalo jeep (once you arrive in the city) to Downtown and ride a Jaro CPU jeep from there. Just ask the driver where to dro you off. Better yet, ride a taxi. Reply April says September 5, 2017 at 7:03 pm Woooh. Thanks for this!! ?? Sana mapuntahan ko to lahat. ? Reply Anian says September 10, 2017 at 1:18 am So informative. Nainspire ako mag-solo travel ulit. Iloilo this time. :) Reply Marcos Detourist says September 16, 2017 at 11:10 am Thanks Anian. Yes, Iloilo is a great destination for solo travel. You should go :) Reply Rachel says September 14, 2017 at 4:11 am Hello po! Thank you po for this blogpost.. very helpful po.. excited to visit ilo-ilo on january.. Reply Marcos Detourist says September 16, 2017 at 11:11 am Nice Rachel! Enjoy your trip to Iloilo :) Reply Gee says October 2, 2017 at 8:27 am Directions are not clear and confusing. Reply Marcos Detourist says October 3, 2017 at 8:31 pm If you need help getting around Iloilo. Just ask the locals for directions. Ilonggos usually take the time to help visitors. Or, simply take the taxi/Grab for rides within the city. Reply Jonalee olivar says October 7, 2017 at 10:44 am Hi! Can u give me an itinerary for day 2 and 3?? Our vacay in ilo ilo is 3 days. Ur day 1 iterinary is helpful And intresting. Thank you! Reply Marcos Detourist says October 7, 2017 at 2:02 pm You can include an overnight trip to Guimaras if you’re on a 3 day trip in Iloilo. I suggest that you explore Guimaras on Day 1-2. And, then do this Iloilo 1-day itinerary on your third day. If your time is limited. You can also go on a day trip to Guimaras. Once you arrive at Jordan Port, there’s a tourism office that can help arrange your transport & tour on the island. Reply Cel Corsame says March 5, 2018 at 1:08 pm Thank you so much it’s very helpful.. We are planning to go there on April 7 to 9, we are booked at Adhara Boutique Resort. I plan to arrive on the 7th and start the tour and with anticipation mass in any of the churches , whichever will be along the way. Do you know of any Van that we can hire? There’s 5 of us but we are meeting 4 more relatives who have their own car. Please help me get a contact person. Many thanks and God bless! Reply Marcos Detourista says March 5, 2018 at 10:18 pm Hello po, you can find a van for hire at the airport easily. Reply Estrelita L. Bernardo says June 11, 2018 at 12:05 pm Thank you for the comprehensive information about the place. We’ll be there soon. Reply Jérôme says January 6, 2019 at 11:11 pm Thanks for the explanations. I have prepared my travel well. very helpful. Reply Gerald says January 14, 2019 at 1:28 pm Hi. Thank you for the productive itinerary. We’ll be visiting this weekend and this guide that you made I think will be a huge help. Thank you! :) Reply Genevieve says January 18, 2019 at 7:32 am Thanks for the blog….can be hard to find info on the area. Couple of questions….how easy to bus or van hire up thru Antique province to Boracay? We had an idea to travel up one way and back the other. Guimaras seems a nice place to relax and explore….would you say 1 night is good or is there enough to keep us busy for 2 nights? Thx! Reply Marcos Detourista says January 18, 2019 at 4:42 pm Yes, quite easy. I highly recommend you take that route for more varied scenery. You can get van charters at the airport or van rental shops in Iloilo City. 1 night is enough to visit the main spots in Guimaras. Consider spending more if you’re particularly looking forward to spend more time at the beach/islands or if you want to cover the more remote parts of the province. Reply henry says January 27, 2019 at 10:15 am hi Marcos,is there any place that kids would love to play n see? Reply Marcos Detourista says January 28, 2019 at 8:37 pm Hey Henry. You may want to check out Garin Farm in San Joaquin or other farm/inland resorts in Iloilo! Reply june valencia says April 2, 2019 at 3:04 am Is there a day tour that includes Garin Farm ? How much and what time does it start .. ? tia Marcos Detourista says April 20, 2019 at 5:02 am Hi June! Garin Farm is easily reached from Iloilo City on a day tour. You can either go by public transport, hired van, or check Garin Farm’s website/social media accounts if they offer transfers. lorie says March 4, 2019 at 5:46 pm Hi! May I ask which part of Iloilo should we stay? Mandurriao or City Proper or Jaro? Reply Marcos Detourista says March 4, 2019 at 6:02 pm I recommend staying in Mandurriao (near Diversion Road or at Iloilo Business Park). This area is convenient if you want to explore the different districts of the city & enjoy easy access to the Iloilo Airport. Reply Iresh says March 5, 2019 at 7:51 pm Hello! I’m going to Iloilo tomorrow ( this is a last minute trip) your blog is really helpful! :0 Reply Dorotea S. Yap says April 7, 2019 at 2:09 pm We are both seniors and it will be our first time in Iloilo, is there a tour guide that can help us go to those places you mentioned? Or can we get a package tour within Iloilo City and to Garin Farm. Thank you so much. Your blog is so informative…. Reply Marcos Detourista says April 20, 2019 at 4:58 am Hi Dorotea! Might be good to hire a van (with driver). You can easily get one when you arrive at the airport. Reply Gerisse Marmito says April 8, 2019 at 1:31 pm “Ride “Villa/Arevalo” Jeep to General Luna Street (P8 fare). Drop off at University of San Agustin Jeepney Stop. Ride “SM City Proper” jeep to Plaza Libertad (P8 fare).” Or you can directly Ride a “Baluarte” Jeep from Robinson Supermarket near Molo Church. Reply Marcos Detourista says April 20, 2019 at 4:58 am Thanks for the info Gerisse! Really appreciate this. Reply Pau says April 15, 2019 at 10:53 pm Hi. Overall how much did you spend in your Iloilo city tour Reply Christopher says April 19, 2019 at 10:03 pm Just wanted to say thank you for the information. I used this itinerary for my 1st time in Iloilo. There was 7 of us and instead of using the public transportation we rented a van+driver that made it very easy. Besides the fountain not working each spot was perfect. We did this on a Sunday afternoon noon and found City Hall closed but when I asked the security nicely to come in the were happy to let us, including a rooftop tour. Thanks again totally recommended ?????? Reply Marcos Detourista says April 20, 2019 at 4:54 am Glad that you enjoyed your trip Chistopher! Reply Steve says April 21, 2019 at 7:01 am @Marcos very informative post and great content as always. @Christopher I’m just curious how much is the one day rental for a van with driver. Thank you? Reply benedict pinca says May 19, 2019 at 9:28 pm how much cost for the rented van? for whole day thanks Reply Gary Bulawan says May 27, 2019 at 12:03 pm Is there a travel agency that is catering to this ONE DAY ILOILO TOUR? Thanks! Reply Marcos Detourista says June 13, 2019 at 2:57 am I’m not sure Gary, but you can simply hire a van. The drivers should know these destinations well. Reply Donald bandoc says September 20, 2019 at 9:42 pm Hi po…we are checked-in in one of the hotels here in Jaro right now…where can we get van for hire to tour around iloilo city? Please advise…thanks Greorio oculto says July 16, 2019 at 6:59 pm So nice and educational Reply Gil Garcia says August 12, 2019 at 3:53 pm You may include Wawa Heritage Restaurant for some really awesome dining experience. Reply Cedrick says September 12, 2019 at 9:43 am Hello. Where here in madge cafe. How can we go to SM iloilo from here? TIA Reply Crispin B Arriola says November 19, 2019 at 12:48 pm Hello…do you have or can recommend a City Tour package for two persons going to the places you mentioned. Since we are already both Senior Citizens we don’t want anymore hustles in traversing places thru public transportation…hope you understand our situations. Thank you in advance for the attention given and will wait your reply ! Reply Marcos Detourista says November 22, 2019 at 9:40 am Hi Crispin, You can easily explore the city by taxi, Grab, or private shuttle (with driver available at the airport). Reply Charm Evans says September 26, 2022 at 10:27 am thanks for sharing this! it is my first time to hear about that cemetery, looks like literally a memorial chapel. Reply
Jane says June 17, 2015 at 10:38 am Very Helpful, Thanks for sharing. :) Are tourists allowed to go up the city hall to take pictures of the city? Reply
Abarri says January 26, 2016 at 4:13 am hi marco how can i get to san joaquin from iloilo airport via public transport only pls. thanks
Marcos Detourist says January 27, 2016 at 5:34 pm From Iloilo Airport, ride a shuttle to SM City Iloilo, then a jeep to the Iloilo Market Terminal, where you can find the jeep to San Joaquin. The market is found beside Robinsons Place Iloilo. You can hop on an SM Manurriao jeep to get there from SM City Iloilo.
Neil says May 7, 2016 at 2:18 pm Good afternoon po Sir Marcos. Aside po sa pag commute, meron po bang ibang paraan – like motorcycle to be hired for the whole day (with driver)? Reply
Marcos Detourist says May 7, 2016 at 9:24 pm Motorcycle taxis are not common in Iloilo. If you want a private tour, you have to rent a car/van. Reply
Yang says June 11, 2017 at 7:36 pm Following this blogpost. I’ll be going-solo to Iloilo for my bday on the 22nd of July, and I guess this will help me a lot. Thanks for posting. Reply
Marcos Detourist says July 11, 2017 at 5:56 pm You can ride a Villa Arevalo jeep (once you arrive in the city) to Downtown and ride a Jaro CPU jeep from there. Just ask the driver where to dro you off. Better yet, ride a taxi. Reply
April says September 5, 2017 at 7:03 pm Woooh. Thanks for this!! ?? Sana mapuntahan ko to lahat. ? Reply
Anian says September 10, 2017 at 1:18 am So informative. Nainspire ako mag-solo travel ulit. Iloilo this time. :) Reply
Marcos Detourist says September 16, 2017 at 11:10 am Thanks Anian. Yes, Iloilo is a great destination for solo travel. You should go :) Reply
Rachel says September 14, 2017 at 4:11 am Hello po! Thank you po for this blogpost.. very helpful po.. excited to visit ilo-ilo on january.. Reply
Marcos Detourist says October 3, 2017 at 8:31 pm If you need help getting around Iloilo. Just ask the locals for directions. Ilonggos usually take the time to help visitors. Or, simply take the taxi/Grab for rides within the city. Reply
Jonalee olivar says October 7, 2017 at 10:44 am Hi! Can u give me an itinerary for day 2 and 3?? Our vacay in ilo ilo is 3 days. Ur day 1 iterinary is helpful And intresting. Thank you! Reply
Marcos Detourist says October 7, 2017 at 2:02 pm You can include an overnight trip to Guimaras if you’re on a 3 day trip in Iloilo. I suggest that you explore Guimaras on Day 1-2. And, then do this Iloilo 1-day itinerary on your third day. If your time is limited. You can also go on a day trip to Guimaras. Once you arrive at Jordan Port, there’s a tourism office that can help arrange your transport & tour on the island. Reply
Cel Corsame says March 5, 2018 at 1:08 pm Thank you so much it’s very helpful.. We are planning to go there on April 7 to 9, we are booked at Adhara Boutique Resort. I plan to arrive on the 7th and start the tour and with anticipation mass in any of the churches , whichever will be along the way. Do you know of any Van that we can hire? There’s 5 of us but we are meeting 4 more relatives who have their own car. Please help me get a contact person. Many thanks and God bless! Reply
Marcos Detourista says March 5, 2018 at 10:18 pm Hello po, you can find a van for hire at the airport easily. Reply
Estrelita L. Bernardo says June 11, 2018 at 12:05 pm Thank you for the comprehensive information about the place. We’ll be there soon. Reply
Jérôme says January 6, 2019 at 11:11 pm Thanks for the explanations. I have prepared my travel well. very helpful. Reply
Gerald says January 14, 2019 at 1:28 pm Hi. Thank you for the productive itinerary. We’ll be visiting this weekend and this guide that you made I think will be a huge help. Thank you! :) Reply
Genevieve says January 18, 2019 at 7:32 am Thanks for the blog….can be hard to find info on the area. Couple of questions….how easy to bus or van hire up thru Antique province to Boracay? We had an idea to travel up one way and back the other. Guimaras seems a nice place to relax and explore….would you say 1 night is good or is there enough to keep us busy for 2 nights? Thx! Reply
Marcos Detourista says January 18, 2019 at 4:42 pm Yes, quite easy. I highly recommend you take that route for more varied scenery. You can get van charters at the airport or van rental shops in Iloilo City. 1 night is enough to visit the main spots in Guimaras. Consider spending more if you’re particularly looking forward to spend more time at the beach/islands or if you want to cover the more remote parts of the province. Reply
henry says January 27, 2019 at 10:15 am hi Marcos,is there any place that kids would love to play n see? Reply
Marcos Detourista says January 28, 2019 at 8:37 pm Hey Henry. You may want to check out Garin Farm in San Joaquin or other farm/inland resorts in Iloilo! Reply
june valencia says April 2, 2019 at 3:04 am Is there a day tour that includes Garin Farm ? How much and what time does it start .. ? tia
Marcos Detourista says April 20, 2019 at 5:02 am Hi June! Garin Farm is easily reached from Iloilo City on a day tour. You can either go by public transport, hired van, or check Garin Farm’s website/social media accounts if they offer transfers.
lorie says March 4, 2019 at 5:46 pm Hi! May I ask which part of Iloilo should we stay? Mandurriao or City Proper or Jaro? Reply
Marcos Detourista says March 4, 2019 at 6:02 pm I recommend staying in Mandurriao (near Diversion Road or at Iloilo Business Park). This area is convenient if you want to explore the different districts of the city & enjoy easy access to the Iloilo Airport. Reply
Iresh says March 5, 2019 at 7:51 pm Hello! I’m going to Iloilo tomorrow ( this is a last minute trip) your blog is really helpful! :0 Reply
Dorotea S. Yap says April 7, 2019 at 2:09 pm We are both seniors and it will be our first time in Iloilo, is there a tour guide that can help us go to those places you mentioned? Or can we get a package tour within Iloilo City and to Garin Farm. Thank you so much. Your blog is so informative…. Reply
Marcos Detourista says April 20, 2019 at 4:58 am Hi Dorotea! Might be good to hire a van (with driver). You can easily get one when you arrive at the airport. Reply
Gerisse Marmito says April 8, 2019 at 1:31 pm “Ride “Villa/Arevalo” Jeep to General Luna Street (P8 fare). Drop off at University of San Agustin Jeepney Stop. Ride “SM City Proper” jeep to Plaza Libertad (P8 fare).” Or you can directly Ride a “Baluarte” Jeep from Robinson Supermarket near Molo Church. Reply
Marcos Detourista says April 20, 2019 at 4:58 am Thanks for the info Gerisse! Really appreciate this. Reply
Pau says April 15, 2019 at 10:53 pm Hi. Overall how much did you spend in your Iloilo city tour Reply
Christopher says April 19, 2019 at 10:03 pm Just wanted to say thank you for the information. I used this itinerary for my 1st time in Iloilo. There was 7 of us and instead of using the public transportation we rented a van+driver that made it very easy. Besides the fountain not working each spot was perfect. We did this on a Sunday afternoon noon and found City Hall closed but when I asked the security nicely to come in the were happy to let us, including a rooftop tour. Thanks again totally recommended ?????? Reply
Steve says April 21, 2019 at 7:01 am @Marcos very informative post and great content as always. @Christopher I’m just curious how much is the one day rental for a van with driver. Thank you? Reply
benedict pinca says May 19, 2019 at 9:28 pm how much cost for the rented van? for whole day thanks Reply
Gary Bulawan says May 27, 2019 at 12:03 pm Is there a travel agency that is catering to this ONE DAY ILOILO TOUR? Thanks! Reply
Marcos Detourista says June 13, 2019 at 2:57 am I’m not sure Gary, but you can simply hire a van. The drivers should know these destinations well. Reply
Donald bandoc says September 20, 2019 at 9:42 pm Hi po…we are checked-in in one of the hotels here in Jaro right now…where can we get van for hire to tour around iloilo city? Please advise…thanks
Gil Garcia says August 12, 2019 at 3:53 pm You may include Wawa Heritage Restaurant for some really awesome dining experience. Reply
Cedrick says September 12, 2019 at 9:43 am Hello. Where here in madge cafe. How can we go to SM iloilo from here? TIA Reply
Crispin B Arriola says November 19, 2019 at 12:48 pm Hello…do you have or can recommend a City Tour package for two persons going to the places you mentioned. Since we are already both Senior Citizens we don’t want anymore hustles in traversing places thru public transportation…hope you understand our situations. Thank you in advance for the attention given and will wait your reply ! Reply
Marcos Detourista says November 22, 2019 at 9:40 am Hi Crispin, You can easily explore the city by taxi, Grab, or private shuttle (with driver available at the airport). Reply
Charm Evans says September 26, 2022 at 10:27 am thanks for sharing this! it is my first time to hear about that cemetery, looks like literally a memorial chapel. Reply