Getting to Burnham Park, Baguio, Philippines

Burnham Park is a historic urban park located in the heart of Baguio City, Philippines. As a major tourist destination, it is quite accessible by various modes of transportation.

By Air

The nearest airport to Baguio is the Loakan Airport, but it has limited commercial flights. Most visitors opt to fly into Clark International Airport or Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) in Manila.

• From Manila, you can take a taxi or a bus to the bus terminals that have trips to Baguio.
• Several bus companies such as Victory Liner and Genesis Transport Service Inc. offer direct trips to Baguio from their respective terminals in Pasay or Cubao.

By Land

If you're driving from Manila:

• Take the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) and then connect to the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX).
• Continue to the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX) and exit at Urdaneta.
• Follow the signs leading you to Baguio via the MacArthur Highway or take the scenic Kennon Road or Asin-Nangalisan-San Pascual Road as an alternative.

By Bus

There are several bus lines that service the Manila to Baguio route with terminals located in various parts of Metro Manila.

• Bus trips can take approximately 4 to 6 hours depending on the traffic and the route taken.
• Deluxe and first-class buses are available with features such as more space, onboard toilets, and sometimes Wi-Fi access.
• Once in Baguio, taxis and jeepneys are readily available to take you to Burnham Park.

Within Baguio

Burnham Park is centrally located and easily reachable from within Baguio.

• Most visitors prefer to take a taxi directly to the park.
• Jeepneys with signage indicating they're heading towards the City Center, Session Road, or Harrison Road will pass by the vicinity of Burnham Park.
• For those who enjoy walking, Burnham Park is within a reasonable walking distance from most central locations in Baguio.

Helpful Tips

• Consider visiting during the week to avoid the heavy crowds that are common on weekends and holidays.
• The weather in Baguio can be quite cool, especially in the -ber months (September to December), so bring appropriate clothing.
• If choosing to drive through Kennon Road, check for road closures or travel advisories as it's prone to landslides during the rainy season.