Baguio’s Unique Walking Trip Tours Are a Must-Try The Next Time You’re In the City of Pines

Baguio—known for its chilly and crisp weather and picturesque highland landscape—is definitely one of the best places to escape to during the warmer months. But more than the climate and its pine-tree laden landscapes, Baguio also deserves praise for its great coffee and creative art spots. With more and more attractions popping up, there’s no reason for new and returning tourists to appreciate the city’s budding coffee scene.

To get you started on your journey throughout Baguio, Klook’s Baguio Creative Walking Tour and Coffee Walking Tour will not only introduce you to must-visit cafes and creative landmarks in the city, but acquaint you with amazing locals who make Baguio what it is today!

Curious? Here are some stops you can expect from Baguio's 2 unique walking trip tours!

Before you go, make sure you're up to speed and read up on Baguio’s updated travel requirements.

First thing you’ll need in order to start this journey is coffee - which you can enjoy at Patch Cafe, the meetup location for the tour led by MarleyOppa, your friendly Baguio tour guide! A fun fact about MarleyOppa: they’ll provide you with so much insider information about Baguio - from trivia all the way to hidden gems even locals don’t know about, making for a fruitful tour experience! 

Tucked in the hotel lobby of Bloomfield Hotel, Patch Cafe is a charming contemporary cafe that serves up a wide range of aromatic coffee options in addition to their brunch and dessert menu. So while you’re here, fuel up for the 3-hour guided walking tour ahead! The name “Patch Cafe” is derived from the cafe’s kaleidoscopic design - which showcases patches of Baguio’s past and present. What a way to start the walking tour!

Bonus: These walking tours are also a great way meet new people especially if you're part of a small group! Don't worry about getting lost as well, we assure you the tour guide will be there with you throughout every stop.

Continuing the coffee adventure at The Cozy Cove, one of the cafes in Baguio you’ll visit during this tour. Have great conversations over coffee as you marvel at this cabin-like cafe nestled in Mountain Lodge, one of the oldest inns in Baguio City. We recommend you take a seat by the windows so you get to enjoy your coffee overlooking the lush landscape of pine trees that surrounds this cafe in Baguio City. As walking trips go, this tour is sure to energize you with the caffeine and the company!

This Baguio Cafe Walking Tour will also stop at the cafe in La Casa Bianca, a popular hotel in the city. Unwind with a good ol' cup of joe and feast on yummy desserts and tasty meals available at the restaurant. One of the most popular cafes in the city, La Casa Bianca will definitely make the walking trip worthwhile with their delicious menu (you'll want to order seconds for sure!) Your small group will also love this spot for its outdoor interiors and charming gazebo area.

The caffeinated adventure continues! There's nothing quite like a walking trip around in chilly weather, coffee in hand, to see beautiful art. Your next stop on this adventure is the Sunshine Park! Found in the Sunshine Park, this mural is made by local artists who are paying homage to frontliners from then and now. You are surely in for a colorful treat on foot with this masterpiece in sight.

Found along Assumption Road, the Ili-Likha Artist Village is made for creatives of all sorts of mediums. Envisioned by film director and writer, Eric de Guia or Kidlat Tahimik, this spot allows guests to appreciate local art from budding artists who are blazing a trail in their field. The structure in itself is a natural artwork with overgrown trees winding around a creatively rich space.

These cafes and art spaces are just some of the spots you will visit on this tour. In between cafe stops, you’ll also pass through hidden parks, attractions and historical establishments that even locals don’t know about. This attraction is the perfect way to see Baguio as both a local and a tourist; and walking to and from your destinations is always a healthy treat!

Reserve a trip now and explore a different side of this summer capital through cups of coffee, exquisite art, and bits of interesting trivia as you tour Baguio.