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Cagayan De Oro

Philippines

Pace: balanced Adventurous Friendly Tropical Lively
Ideal trip length
3 - 7 days
Busiest
Mar-May
Cagayan De Oro
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At a glance

Climate
Tropical
Languages
Filipino and English and Cebuano
Local currency
PHP (PHP)
Local time
(GMT+8)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
City Proper
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Optional, appreciated

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 70 · Good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Sinuglaw Kinilaw Pastel de Camiguin SuTuKil

When to visit Cagayan De Oro

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: March, April Busiest: Mar-May
  1. Jan
    75

    Cooler, dry

  2. Feb
    80

    Warm, dry

  3. Mar
    85

    Hot, dry

  4. Apr
    85

    Very hot, dry

  5. May
    80

    Hot, start of rains

  6. Jun
    70

    Warm, rainy

  7. Jul
    65

    Warm, rainy

  8. Aug
    65

    Warm, rainy

  9. Sept
    60

    Warm, rainy

  10. Oct
    65

    Warm, rainy

  11. Nov
    70

    Warm, less rain

  12. Dec
    75

    Cooler, less rain

Things to do in Cagayan De Oro

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

2 places

Whitewater Rafting Adventure

Uplands 4 hrs

Experience thrilling rapids on the Cagayan de Oro River.

Outdoors Good for children

Mapawa Nature Park Exploration

Uplands 5 hrs

Enjoy waterfalls, trekking, and horseback riding in a lush reserve.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

2 places

Cagayan de Oro Food Trip

City Proper 3 hrs

Savor local delicacies like sinuglaw, pastel, and fresh seafood.

Indoors Good for children

Gardens of Malasag Visit

Uplands 3 hrs

Learn about Mindanao's indigenous cultures amidst scenic views.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the evening

1 place

High Ridge View Deck Sunset

Uplands 2 hrs

Dine with panoramic views of the city lights.

Indoors Good for children

Any time of day

2 places

Dahilayan Adventure Park

Manolo Fortich (nearby) 6 hrs

Home to Asia's longest dual zipline and other thrilling rides.

Outdoors Good for children

Camiguin Island Excursion

Camiguin (nearby) 10 hrs

Discover the 'Island Born of Fire' with its volcanoes, hot springs, and white sandbar.

Outdoors Good for children

Practical ratings

Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.

Eating & Culinary

Sinuglaw 95 · Outstanding
Kinilaw 87 · Outstanding
Pastel De Camiguin 78 · Very good
SuTuKil 70 · Good

Signature Experiences

Whitewater Rafting Adventure 95 · Outstanding
Dahilayan Adventure Park 91 · Outstanding
Mapawa Nature Park Exploration 87 · Outstanding
Camiguin Island Excursion 83 · Very good
Cagayan De Oro Food Trip 78 · Very good
Gardens Of Malasag Visit 74 · Good
High Ridge View Deck Sunset 70 · Good

Best Suitable For

Families 95 · Outstanding
Friends 89 · Outstanding
Adventure 83 · Very good
Budget 76 · Very good
Solo 70 · Good

Planning & Tips

Always carry bottled water due to the tropical climate. 95 · Outstanding
Bargaining is common in markets, but less so in malls. 83 · Very good
Use ride-hailing apps or negotiate tricycle/taxi fares before starting. 70 · Good

Ratings and recommendations are curated from local travel data.

Near Cagayan De Oro

Straight-line distance from the centre of Cagayan De Oro.

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