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Puerto Princesa Half Day City Tour Feel and Live Like a Local
Palawan, Philippines
Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Philippines
$65
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Explore the highlights of Puerto Princesa, the capital of Palawan, on this Private half‑day tour. Visit historical sites like Plaza Cuartel and the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, stroll along the scenic Baywalk, and enjoy the colorful displays at MCA Market. Stop by Baker’s Hill for local treats and panoramic views, experience the Palawan Butterfly Garden, and discover traditional crafts at Binuatan Creations. This tour combines history, culture, nature, and local flavors, perfect for first-time visitors wanting a comprehensive city experience. And savor Palawan’s famous Chaolong noodles.
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Puerto Princesa Half Day City Tour Feel and Live Like a Local
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Snacks
- Entrance fee
- Pick up and drop off around City proper
- Optional activities
- Optional
Meeting point
Upon arrival at the airport, please proceed to the arrival area and wait at the waiting shed on the right side. Our guide/driver will meet you there. You will also be contacted via WhatsApp upon your arrival for easy coordination. Kindly keep your phone on and accessible.
Return details
Upon arrival at the airport, please proceed to the arrival area and wait at the waiting shed on the right side. Our guide/driver will meet you there. You will also be contacted via WhatsApp upon your arrival for easy coordination. Kindly keep your phone on and accessible.
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Puerto Princesa City Baywalk ParkA long, paved seaside promenade along Sandoval Street beside Puerto Princesa Bay where locals and visitors stroll, jog, or just relax by the water. It’s often compared to Manila Bay’s promenade but with cleaner air, a calmer vibe, and scenic views.
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Plaza CuartelDuring the Japanese occupation (1942–1945), the Plaza was used as a prison camp for captured Allied soldiers. On December 14, 1944, fearing an Allied return, Japanese forces forced about 150 American prisoners of war (POWs) into tunnels beneath the Plaza and killed them by fire and other brutal methods — an atrocity known today as the Palawan Massacre. Only 11 prisoners survived by escaping and swimming to freedom. It stands as a somber reminder of the horrors of war and serves both as an educational site for visitors and a place of reflection for local communities and descendants of those affected.
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Immaculate Conception CathedralThe first Catholic Mass in Puerto Princesa was celebrated at this site on March 10, 1872 by Fray Ezequiél (Exequiel) Moreno, an Augustinian Recollect missionary, just days after Spanish explorers arrived in the area. He established the parish under the patronage of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
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Mitra's RanchBreathtaking Views: The ranch sits atop Sta. Monica Heights, offering sweeping vistas over the city, lush hills, and the Sulu Sea / Honda Bay—especially beautiful at sunrise or sunset.
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Baker's HillBaker’s Hill is a family‑friendly mini park and bakery perched on Mitra Road in Barangay Sta. Monica, just outside Puerto Princesa City. It started as a simple local bakery known for its hopia (a Filipino sweet pastry) The bakery itself and small souvenir stalls sell freshly baked treats perfect for pasalubong, including hopia, pastel breads, and sweet goodies. Many visitors buy boxes of hopia and pastries to take home.
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Palawan Butterfly Ecological Garden and Tribal VillageThe garden showcases various tropical butterfly species fluttering in a landscaped enclosure, giving you a chance to observe them up close. The site also features a Palaw’an Tribal Village, where indigenous community members share traditional crafts, music, hunting tools, survival skills, and cultural practices.
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Binuatan CreationsBinuatan Creations is not just a souvenir stop — it’s a living workshop where tradition meets tourism, offering insight into Palawan’s weaving heritage, hands‑on craft experiences, and meaningful local souvenirs that support community artisans.
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Running tour; Named after the local medium‑sized trees with pink‑to‑white blossoms that bloom around March–April, similar to Japan’s sakura. Will also stop at Chaolong House to experience a local cuisine. unique Filipino adaptation of Vietnamese pho that became popular when Vietnamese refugees introduced their cuisine to the city in the late 1970s. In Palawan, it’s known for its savory, slightly sweet beef or pork broth. (Guest expense-optional)
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MCA Market MallOne of Puerto Princesa’s most popular one-stop souvenir and pasalubong shopping hubs.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Puerto Princesa Half Day City Tour Feel and Live Like a Local
Palawan, Philippines
Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Philippines
$65
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!