Dumaguete Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
Capital city of Negros Oriental, Philippines
About Dumaguete
This article covers four towns that are administratively separate but effectively one city: Dumaguete is not a large city in population but is spread out over quite a wide area. All three suburbs mentioned above have experienced considerable residential development in this century; many people live in them but come into Dumaguete to work or shop, or for restaurants and nightlife. Valencia is in avolcanicarea, though the volcanoes are dormant. The volcanic soil is fertile, and there is plenty of rain. The area has long been known for agriculture, especially fruit and vegetable production. There is a large farmers' market in the center of Valencia, right where the jeepney from Dumaguete arrives. The urban part of Valencia is over 200 m (660 ft) above sea level so the town is significantly co
Top Attractions in Dumaguete
Explore the best things to see and do in Dumaguete:
- ★Adventure Diving
- ★Ang Tay Golf Course
- ★Balinsasayao Twin Lakes Natural Park
- ★Bell Tower
- ★Bravo Golf Course
- ★Cathedral of Santa Catalina
- ★Harold's Dive Center
- ★Luce Auditorium
Where to Eat in Dumaguete
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴7-Eleven
- 🍴Albertos Pizza
- 🍴Allegre
- 🍴Ayla's Breakfast Restaurant
- 🍴Bakery
- 🍴Bo's Coffee
Where to Stay in Dumaguete
- 🏨Andy's Private Garden
- 🏨Avenue Park Hotel
- 🏨Bethel Guest House
- 🏨Bravo Golf Course
- 🏨Check Inn
- 🏨Coco Grande
Dumaguete Travel Guide Sections
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