What to do and see in Iloilo Province, Visayas: The Best Museums

December 10, 2021 Velvet Mowry

Discover the best top things to do in Iloilo Province, Philippines including Camina Balay nga Bato, Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art, Museum of Philippine Economic History, Casa Mariquit, Artkipelago Trick Arts, Museo Iloilo (Iloilo Museum), Omriel Art Gallery, Rosendo Mejica Museum, Balay na Santiago.
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1. Camina Balay nga Bato

20 Osmena Street Arevalo, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province 5000 Philippines +63 33 336 3858 http://www.facebook.com/Cami%C3%B1a-Balay-nga-Bato-in-Iloilo-168040663293755/
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4.5 based on 157 reviews

Camina Balay nga Bato

Reviewed By Mariann79 - Iloilo City, Philippines

Loved the native chocolate! Entrance is good for a no-time-limit tour after the guide has introduced you to every nooks and crannies of the historical mansion. You can stay as long as you want to enjoy the native chocolate and biscuits. There were also brochures that were handed out for free that you can read while examining closely every antique housewares that are no longer used nowadays. There were displays of various merchandise at the entrance from food to accessories to scarves. I bought two nice beaded necklaces. My friends and I took time chatting while enjoying the picture taking inside the house. A must-visit for lovers of history.

2. Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art

Iloilo Business Park Festive Walk, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province 5000 Philippines +63 33 501 9417 http://www.facebook.com/ILOMOCA
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4.5 based on 17 reviews

Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art

Reviewed By profits101 - Cebu City, Philippines

As far as Contemporary art goes, this is a an excellent museum with some of the best contemporary art I have seen outside Manila... and much of it deeper, greater in quantity, and better presented. Megaworld seems to know what they're doing, and I think in their first development outside Luzon they were looking to make a genuine landmark and stake out an area of quality and integrity for their own brand. This museum is very high quality from the architectural space to the exhibited and curated work. On the ground floor, you’ll find the “Hulot” (“space” in Hiligaynon) exhibition space, along with a Museum store. The second floor houses three galleries - one is dedicated to artists from Iloilo, Panay and nearby Negros. The third floor houses the Adoracion V. Valencia Gallery. Named after the patron’s mother, this gallery contains select pieces from Edwin Valencia’s collection, including sculptures and paintings from both local and foreign artists - really sensational work here.

3. Museum of Philippine Economic History

Edificio Ynchausti Y Cia Ortiz Street, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province 5000 Philippines +63 33 327 5335
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Museum of Philippine Economic History

2019-established museum that features a wide range of exhibits highlighting economic history of Philippines with a particular emphasis on Panay Island and sugar production.

4. Casa Mariquit

Santa Isabel Street Jaro, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province 5000 Philippines
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4.0 based on 47 reviews

Casa Mariquit

Reviewed By Mariann79 - Iloilo City, Philippines

Wanna learn about a supposed arranged marriage that was ditched by Mariquit for her one true love? Visit this place and be enthralled as the guide retells the story of Mariquit and her husband, the then Vice President of the Philippines, Fernando Lopez Sr. Their antique possessions are still preseved, including their shoes, telephones, bags, cameras, and more. You can sit down in the living room for all the time you want and look at their photo albums. Find and be amazed of the portrait of the couple whose eyes seems to follow you wherever you go. Pay an extra tip to the guide for beautiful photos. There’s an ample parking space at the back. No food is served though, just plain tour of the house with minimal entrance fee. No need to reserve or set an appointment in visiting.

5. Artkipelago Trick Arts

SM City Iloilo Driveway, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province Philippines
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

Artkipelago Trick Arts

6. Museo Iloilo (Iloilo Museum)

Bonifacio Dr, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province 5000 Philippines +63 63 337 2986 http://www.facebook.com/officialmuseoiloilo
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3.5 based on 125 reviews

Museo Iloilo (Iloilo Museum)

Reviewed By 981manilynb

You will be welcomed by their very accommodating staff. The place talks a lot about iloilo. My clients are very amazed of the things they've learned about iloilo's history.

The Galleria, 2F-2, Pacencia T. Pison Ave, Mandurriao, Iloilo City, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province 5000 Philippines +63 917 116 7830 [email protected] http://omriel.com
Omriel Art Gallery

Various exhibits mostly coming from multi-awarded Ilonggo Visual Artists. Primary theme of exhibits often connects with the gallery's other purpose as an (Emotional Intelligence Quotient) EQ Awareness Hub.

8. Rosendo Mejica Museum

Baluarte, Molo, Iloilo, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province 5000 Philippines http://www.pbase.com/hammerslag/image/86949901/original
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

9. Balay na Santiago

Miranda Street, Santiago City, Iloilo Province Philippines +63 78 682 4930
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

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