Visiting Vigan City in Ilocos Sur, Philippines, transports you to an old-fashioned world—as old as the Spanish colonial era. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved towns of its kind in Asia.

Expectedly, the top Vigan attractions are quaint structures dating back to as far as the 16th century. From cobblestone streets to horse-drawn carriages to baroque buildings, it feels like you are traveling back in time as you roam around Calle Crisologo. While you are at it, be sure to bring home some antique souvenirs and partake in Ilocano delicacies, like empanada, bagnet, longganisa, tupig, and chichacorn.

From Vigan, you may explore the rest of Ilocos Sur province or traverse farther north to Ilocos Norte. Explore Bangui Windmills, Pagudpud beaches, Paoay Church, La Paz Sand Dunes, Narvacan Outdoor Adventure Hub & more. Or try surfing in La Union, which is only about two hours away by land travel.

Here’s a list of beautiful places to visit in Vigan including top things to do & the best Vigan tourist spots.

To make your trip planning easy, I’ve added links to the locations on Google Maps. Feel free to click/tap on the links posted. Then, use the “save” feature on the Google Maps app. Seeing all your saved locations on the map will help you get started on planning your Vigan itinerary and know the best areas to stay, near places you want to go.

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Location: Crisologo, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

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2. Saint Paul Metropolitan Cathedral

Location: Burgos, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

3. Plaza Salcedo

Location: Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

4. Bantay Church Bell Tower

Location: Bantay, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

5. Nuestra Senora Dela Caridad Church

Location: Bantay, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

6. Visit a museum

Syquia MansionLocation: Quirino Boulevard. Save on Google Maps.

Crisologo MuseumLocation: A. Reyes St. Save on Google Maps.

Padre Burgos House (Burgos Mansion)Location: Burgos St. Save on Google Maps.

Arce MansionLocation: Quirino Boulevard. Save on Google Maps.

7. Stay in a heritage house

Gordion HotelLocation: V. Delos Reyes corner Salcedo Sts. Save on Google Maps.See room discounts

Villa Angela Heritage HouseLocation: #26 Quirino Blvd. Save on Google Maps.See room discounts

8. Leona Florentino House

Location: Mena Crisologo Street, Plaza Burgos. Save on Google Maps.

9. Try Vigan food

10. Mindoro Black Sand Beach

Location: Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

11. Simbaan-a-Bassit

Location: Liberation Blvd, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

Ilocos Sur churches & heritage sites

Santa Maria Church (Church of Our Lady of the Assumption)Location: 4 Santa Maria – Burgos Rd, Santa Maria, Ilocos Sur
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Candon Church (Saint John of Sahagun Parish Church)Location: San Juan Street, Candon, 2710 Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

Cabugao Church (St. Mark the Evangelist Church)Location: Cabugao, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

San Vicente Church (San Vicente de Ferrer Parish)Location: San Vicente, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

Sinait Church (St. Nicolas Parish Church)Location: Sinait, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

Narvacan Church (St. Lucy Parish Church)Location: Narvacan, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

Caoayan Church (Our Lady of Hope Parish)Location: Poblacion, Caoayan, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

Magsingal Church (Church of St. William the Hermit)Location: Magsingal, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

Santa Catalina Church (St. Catherine of Alexandria Church)Location: Santa Catalina, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

Santo Domingo ChurchLocation: Manila North Road, Sto. Domingo, 2729 Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

Cervantes Church (Santo Niño de Prague Parish)Location: Cervantes, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

San Esteban Church (St. Stephen Protomartyr Parish)Location: San Esteban, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

Narvacan Outdoor Adventure Hub (NOAH)

Location: Narvacan, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

Sabangan Beach & Vitalis Villas

Location: Santiago, Ilocos Sur. Save on Google Maps.

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Laoag & Ilocos Norte

Location: Ilocos region. Save on Google Maps.

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Abra

Location: Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR). Save on Google Maps.

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La Union

Location: Ilocos region. Save on Google Maps.

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What places have you added to your bucketlist? Have you been to beautiful places in Vigan that should be on this list? Feel free to share your thoughts!

Places to visit in Vigan

Vigan tourist spots, things to do in Vigan, where to go in Vigan & more.

Note: Destinations featured above are not listed by rank.

Where to Stay in Vigan

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Book sooner rather than later if you already have your dates set. Cheaper-priced rooms and hotels with high reviews tend to get fully booked faster, especially during busy days like weekends, holidays & peak tourist seasons.

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