Location: Iloilo City
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Iloilo City, officially the City of Iloilo (Hiligaynon: Dakbanwa/Syudad sang Iloilo; Kinaray-a: Syudad kang/ka Iloilo; Filipino: Lungsod ng Iloilo; Spanish: Ciudad de Iloílo) is a highly urbanized city on southeastern tip of Panay island in the Philippines. It is the capital city of the province of Iloilo where it is geographically situated but, in terms of government and administration, it is politically independent. In addition, it is the center of the Iloilo-Guimaras Metropolitan Area, as well as the regional center and primate city of the Western Visayas region. In the 2015 census, Iloilo City had a population of 447,992 inhabitants, with a 1.02% population annual growth rate. For the metropolitan area, the total population is 946,146 inhabitants.
Restaurants in Iloilo City
1. Jaro Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By janevi2016 - Quezon City, Philippines
Jaro Cathedral is a prominent symbol of Catholic faith of the Ilonggos. Here, you can find the famous Our Lady of Candles or the " Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria" which is enshrined on the second floor of the cathedral outside of the church. Her feast is celebrated every 2nd of February. It is the first Marian National Shrine and it is one of the most celebrated feasts by the Ilonggos where masses are held from 4:30 in the morning until 7:00 in the evening on an hourly basis. History tells that the original church was destroyed by an earthquake Caycay in 1948 and was later repaired in 1956 by the first Archbishop of Jaro, the late Arch. Jose Maria Cuenco. Furthermore, it is also the first Marian image canonically crowned personally by the Pope and saint, Pope John Paul II.
2. Central Philippine University
3. St Anne Parish Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 182 reviews
Reviewed By KIMI4812 - Quezon City, Philippines
It was my last day and I invited my husband to go to an anticipated Mass at Molo Church. Beyond our expectations, the Church reflects the Spanish influence and the beautiful altar provides honor to St. Anne, Mama Mary's mother who I have learned to invoke for help and intercession. Attending the 5:00 p.m. Mass we were impressed with the beautiful Church interiors from the ceiling to the main altars. The grounds infront of the Church were also quite interesting with the Plaza and the beautiful grounds providing a park for the tourists and the locals. Beside the Church is also the Convent which provides one with a glimpse of the buildings during the Spanish times. It is made of huge cobblestones and cement that lasted over a hundred years.
4. Iloilo River Esplanade
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 147 reviews
Reviewed By imisi
Very well thought out and implemented public project. Esplanade was a nice surprise. Nice walk on clean and well maintained pathways which was capped off by dinner in one of restaurants adjacent to esplanada!
5. SM City Iloilo
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 207 reviews
Reviewed By LolaGo1 - Washington DC, United States
Located across from my hotel, I spent a lot of time dining and shopping here, particularly at the Food Court where Casa Ilonggo became my favorite! There are also American and Filipino fast foods restaurants located here plus other shops. SM also has a Grocery Store, a Hardware Store, etc.
6. Santa Barbara Church
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By janevi2016 - Quezon City, Philippines
Sta Barbara Church is the place where you can find the historical declaration of Philippine Independence mural painting inscribed at the back of the church. The church was declared as a national treasure because of its historical value and importance. It was built in the 18th century by the Augustinian friars. The structure is said to be neoclassical because of its design and the materials where is built from.
7. Festive Walk Mall
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4.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By 544joannc - Iloilo City, Philippines
Its been great experience coming to your hometown and seeing the city really change into more classy and clean place to visit. Well amazed with the new businesses around. Branded shops. Love it. Stayed at Richmonde Hotel . Really best hotel you can find to stay. Excellent service ,views and food. Totally empress. Well done iloilo. Proud ilonggo's here.
8. The Molo Mansion
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 110 reviews
The Molo Mansion is one of Iloilo City's finest old homes. It was built in the 1920's and was reopened to the public in 2015. It currently serves at the backdrop of art exhibits, markets, fairs, special occasions, and photo shoots.
Reviewed By soly329 - Santa Rosa, Philippines
Old white house. But currently owned and managed by sm. Store of kultura. It should maintain as a national park not a shopping.
9. WaterWorld Iloilo
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