Ilocos Region · Philippines
Where to stay in Dagupan
Dagupan is a city in Ilocos Region, Philippines, home to about 175,000 people.
- Nearest airport
- CRK98 km · Clark International Airport / Clark Air Base
- Currency
- PHPPhilippine peso
- Time zone
- Asia/Manila
- Language
- English, Filipino, Taglish
About
About Dagupan
Dagupan is a thriving city located along the Agno River Delta leading to the Lingayen Gulf. Its name is believed to have been derived from the Pangasinan word "dagup," which means "to ferry across" or "a place where one crosses a river." It is known for its vibrant culture, commerce, and the famous Bangus Festival, celebrating the milkfish (bangus) industry. Dagupan's history traces back to the polity of Kaboloan, which existed back before the Spanish colonialization.
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Things to do
What to see and do in Dagupan
See
- Magsaysay Fish Market and Landing Center
- Dagupan City Museum
- Japanese-Philippine Garden Park
- Metropolitan Cathedral Parish of St. John the Evangelist
Do
- Tondaligan Blue Beach
- Bonuan Beach
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Where to stay
Hotels in Dagupan
4 hotels within 25 km of the centre, as recorded in Wikidata. Each name links to its encyclopedia article where there is one.
| Hotel | Opened | From centre |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel le Duc | 1.0 km | |
| Hotel Monde | 0.8 km | |
| Lenox Hotel | 0.6 km | |
| Star Plaza Hotel | 0.7 km |
When to go
The best time to visit Dagupan
Dagupan has no month that is both mild and dry by the measure used here. April is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C; August is the wettest, with about 632 mm of rain.
Comfortable means average daytime high between 18 °C and 29 °C and under 80 mm of rain in the month. Averages for 1991–2020 over the surrounding area, a grid square about 50 km across, so a coast or a nearby mountain can make the town itself warmer or cooler. Data: CRU TS v4.10, Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia (Open Database License).
Getting there
Getting to Dagupan: airports and arrival
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Clark International Airport / Clark Air Base (CRK), about 98 km from the city centre in a straight line; Subic Bay International Airport / Naval Air Station Cubi Point (SFS, 139 km) is also within reach.
Getting around
As in other Philippine provinces and cities, jeepneys, bus and tricycles are very common. In some parts, there are sidecars or pedicabs.
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CRK · Clark International Airport / Clark Air Base
SFS · Subic Bay International Airport / Naval Air Station Cubi Point
Local knowledge
Eating, drinking and staying safe in Dagupan
Eat
Try one of Dagupan's best dishes which is the Pigar-Pigar made out of beef and vegetables like onions and cabbage. Most of the eateries that serve this food can be found at Galvan Street, beside CSI Square Dagupan. Come and taste it for yourself and see how delicious this food.
Stay safe
A low-lying city, parts of Dagupan get flooded during the rainy season and high tides.
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Questions
Dagupan: questions travellers ask
When is the best time to visit Dagupan?
Dagupan has no month that is both mild and dry by the measure used here. April is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C; August is the wettest, with about 632 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Dagupan?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Clark International Airport / Clark Air Base (CRK), about 98 km from the city centre in a straight line; Subic Bay International Airport / Naval Air Station Cubi Point (SFS, 139 km) is also within reach.
What currency is used in Dagupan?
Philippine peso (PHP).
Nearby
Destinations near Dagupan
Sources: city facts from Wikidata and Wikipedia; airports from OurAirports; climate from CRU TS v4.10 (University of East Anglia Climatic Research Unit), 1991–2020 monthly means, 0.5° grid; places to stay, guest scores and amenities from each operator's own public pages. How this guide is made.