Asia
Bacolod, Philippines
By Cat & Carlo Ledesma
/ Gen. 5th Gen
/ Branch
Jan 2, 2026
Asia
Bacolod, Philippines
By Cat & Carlo Ledesma
/ Gen. 5th Gen
/ Branch
Jan 2, 2026
Asia
Bacolod, Philippines
By Cat & Carlo Ledesma
/ Gen. 5th Gen
/ Branch
Jan 2, 2026
Places to Stay
Seda Capitol Central - Comfortable rooms and amenities walking distance from activities and places to eat.
L' Fisher Chalet Tower - A more established hotel at the heart of the city.
Nature's Village - Located in Talisay, this place has lovely greenery and it's own organic vegetable garden that serves its restaurant.
What to Do
Glamping at Ilaya Garden Resort - A beautiful camp site/restaurant in Patag.
Don Salvadore Benedicto + Kusinata - Take a drive to Don Salvadore Benedicto and have lunch at Kusinata to view a waterfall and appreciate the greenery.
Happy Horse Equestrian Farm - Have a sunset picnic at the Happy Horse Equestrian Farm and have the kids enjoy some guided horse back riding rounds in the ring.
Negros Forest - Visit this little non-profit doing amazing work for the wildlife of Negros in the heart of the city.
Tractor Cafe - Have your kids play around a funky playground while you enjoy a good cup of coffee.
Danjugan Island - If you're feeling super adventurous, take a trip to Danjugan Island for a few days to experience a marine eco sanctuary like no other.
Where to Shop
Negros Showroom - H
as two branches (Lacson Street & Robinson's Place).
Local Dishes to Try
Batchoy - A soup dish composed of sliced pork, pig's innards, and miki noodles in a flavourful broth that has been simmered for hours. This dish originated from the district of La Paz in Iloilo City but became just as well-loved in Bacolod.
Chicken Inasal - Chicken marinated in a mixture of calamansi, pepper, coconut vinegar and annatto, then grilled over hot coals while basted with the marinade.
Kansi / Cansi - An Ilonggo soup made with beef shanks, green jackfruit, chili peppers, and batwan, a fruit native to Western Visayas.
Piaya - A muscovado-filled unleavened flatbread. Best eaten warm.
Festivals & Events
Masskara Festival - Annual festival featuring colorful masks and street dancing.
Packing Tips
Quick drying clothes for rain and sun.
A hat and comfortable shoes.
Luggage space for all the food you will bring back.
Where to Eat
21 Restaurant - The restaurant that batchoy built. 21 started as a hole-in-the-wall that is now a booming establishment which serves batchoy, kilawin, and fresh lumpia made to perfection.
Aida's Manokan - The quintessential Bacolod chicken inasal experience is a trip to manokan country. Order a pecha (warm meat quarter) and enjoy it on a bed of hot rice seasoned with orange chicken drippings and crunchy garlic.
Lanai by Fresh Start - A cute little fresh air restaurant that serves healthy smoothies and an assortment of veggie based meals (don't worry, they have meat too).
Gary's Punong - Spend a lazy lunch day by a rice patty and cold spring pool. This restaurant also has accommodations for those interested.
Where to Drink
Sitting Duck - Aside from its comfort food, Sitting Duck has a great selection of drinks. We especially like the cocktails that come with crushed ice.
Quedan - You'd be hard-pressed to find a bar in Bacolod that can match Quedan's selections.
Delicioso - For those looking for a European fix, Deliciosa will have you covered with their selection of wines, beers, and European delicacies.
Museums & Historical Sites
The Ruins - The beautiful remains of the ancestral home mansion of the family of Don Mariano Ledesma Lacson and Maria Braga Lacson.
The Negros Museum - Recently refurbished, this museum holds a lot of interesting art and trivia about Negros.
Lizares Mansion - Noted to be the best preserved ancestral house in Bacolod. Definitely a must-visit for those who want to revisit Sugarlandia in its heyday.
Pasalubong!
Piaya - We prefer Bailon's version.
Felicia's Ensaymada - Delicious pillowy ensaymadas that you can't find anywhere else.
Emma Lacson's Pili Squares - Beautifully packaged and perfect with a cup of hot coffee.
Who to Follow
Places to Stay
Seda Capitol Central - Comfortable rooms and amenities walking distance from activities and places to eat.
L' Fisher Chalet Tower - A more established hotel at the heart of the city.
Nature's Village - Located in Talisay, this place has lovely greenery and it's own organic vegetable garden that serves its restaurant.
Where to Eat
21 Restaurant - The restaurant that batchoy built. 21 started as a hole-in-the-wall that is now a booming establishment which serves batchoy, kilawin, and fresh lumpia made to perfection.
Aida's Manokan - The quintessential Bacolod chicken inasal experience is a trip to manokan country. Order a pecha (warm meat quarter) and enjoy it on a bed of hot rice seasoned with orange chicken drippings and crunchy garlic.
Lanai by Fresh Start - A cute little fresh air restaurant that serves healthy smoothies and an assortment of veggie based meals (don't worry, they have meat too).
Gary's Punong - Spend a lazy lunch day by a rice patty and cold spring pool. This restaurant also has accommodations for those interested.
Where to Drink
Sitting Duck - Aside from its comfort food, Sitting Duck has a great selection of drinks. We especially like the cocktails that come with crushed ice.
Quedan - You'd be hard-pressed to find a bar in Bacolod that can match Quedan's selections.
Delicioso - For those looking for a European fix, Deliciosa will have you covered with their selection of wines, beers, and European delicacies.
What to Do
Glamping at Ilaya Garden Resort - A beautiful camp site/restaurant in Patag.
Don Salvadore Benedicto + Kusinata - Take a drive to Don Salvadore Benedicto and have lunch at Kusinata to view a waterfall and appreciate the greenery.
Happy Horse Equestrian Farm - Have a sunset picnic at the Happy Horse Equestrian Farm and have the kids enjoy some guided horse back riding rounds in the ring.
Negros Forest - Visit this little non-profit doing amazing work for the wildlife of Negros in the heart of the city.
Tractor Cafe - Have your kids play around a funky playground while you enjoy a good cup of coffee.
Danjugan Island - If you're feeling super adventurous, take a trip to Danjugan Island for a few days to experience a marine eco sanctuary like no other.
Where to Shop
Negros Showroom - H
as two branches (Lacson Street & Robinson's Place).
Museums & Historical Sites
The Ruins - The beautiful remains of the ancestral home mansion of the family of Don Mariano Ledesma Lacson and Maria Braga Lacson.
The Negros Museum - Recently refurbished, this museum holds a lot of interesting art and trivia about Negros.
Lizares Mansion - Noted to be the best preserved ancestral house in Bacolod. Definitely a must-visit for those who want to revisit Sugarlandia in its heyday.
Local Dishes to Try
Batchoy - A soup dish composed of sliced pork, pig's innards, and miki noodles in a flavourful broth that has been simmered for hours. This dish originated from the district of La Paz in Iloilo City but became just as well-loved in Bacolod.
Chicken Inasal - Chicken marinated in a mixture of calamansi, pepper, coconut vinegar and annatto, then grilled over hot coals while basted with the marinade.
Kansi / Cansi - An Ilonggo soup made with beef shanks, green jackfruit, chili peppers, and batwan, a fruit native to Western Visayas.
Piaya - A muscovado-filled unleavened flatbread. Best eaten warm.
Pasalubong!
Piaya - We prefer Bailon's version.
Felicia's Ensaymada - Delicious pillowy ensaymadas that you can't find anywhere else.
Emma Lacson's Pili Squares - Beautifully packaged and perfect with a cup of hot coffee.
Festivals & Events
Masskara Festival - Annual festival featuring colorful masks and street dancing.
Who to Follow
Packing Tips
Quick drying clothes for rain and sun.
A hat and comfortable shoes.
Luggage space for all the food you will bring back.
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