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Dagupan
Spend 1–2 days in Dagupan: see the Bangus Festival sites, Tondaligan Beach and the fish market; a half‑day works if you focus on the market and beach.
Dagupan is Pangasinan’s commercial hub, famous for milkfish (bangus) and coastal attractions. It’s easy to explore in a day or two, especially if you limit travel to the city centre and nearby beaches.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- PHP
- Best months
- Dec–May (dry season)
- avoid Jun–Nov (rainy, flood risk)
- Airport
- LGP
- Nights
- 1–2
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- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Philippines ↗Complete the free eTravel registration on the official government site within 72 hours before arrival; ignore lookalike sites that charge.
- Philippines ↗Typhoon season runs roughly June to November: flights and boats are cancelled at short notice; buy flexible tickets and keep a spare day.
- Philippines ↗Carry pesos in small notes; many stalls, jeepneys and taxis are cash-only.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Dagupan117 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Dagupan, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Philippine pesos (₱) in small notes for jeepneys, market stalls, tips and taxis; malls and hotels take cards.Philippines-wide
- SIM or eSIMGlobe and Smart sell SIMs at airports; SIM registration with passport is required by law.Philippines-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations cheap.Philippines-wide
- TippingRestaurants: 10% if no service charge.Philippines-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B/C. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Philippines-wide
- SafetyDagupan is generally safe, but watch for flooding in low‑lying areas during the rainy season and traffic jams on NLEX/TPLEX.
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- RestroomsCalled 'CR' (comfort room); bring tissue; many lack toilet seats.Philippines-wide
- Emergency numbers117 police · 117 fire & ambulance · 911 National emergency
- Sundays & holidaysHoly Week shuts much; malls open daily; banks closed weekends.Philippines-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportLGP Laoag International Airport (≈1.5 h drive north via TPLEX).
- Getting aroundJeepneys and tricycles dominate; short rides cost ₱10–₱30 (≈ under US$1).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)₱40–₱80 (≈ US$1–2)
- Budget bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₱2,000 (≈ US$40)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₱2,800 (≈ US$50)
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₱3,800 (≈ US$70)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱800 (≈ US$15) · Mid ₱1,500 (≈ US$30) · High ₱2,500 (≈ US$45)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- LGP Laoag International Airport (≈1.5 h drive north via TPLEX)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Dec–May. Avoid: Jun–Nov. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Dagupan: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
4 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
4 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
5 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
8 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
6 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Jeepneys and tricycles dominate; short rides cost ₱10–₱30. Taxis are available but traffic on NLEX can add delays.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Tondaligan Beach
goDoor to door: ≈20 min total
Jeepney from city centre, 10 min ride
Public beach, no entry fee
Magsaysay Fish Market
goDoor to door: ≈10 min total
Walk from downtown, 5 min
Best early morning for fresh bangus
Lingayen (provincial capital)
cautionDoor to door: ≈45 min total
Bus from Dagupan terminal, 30 min
Limited schedule on weekends
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Lenox Hotel
Budget‑friendly, free breakfast, ₱1,594 per night
Star Plaza Hotel
Mid‑range downtown, rooms ~₱2,200
The Monarch Hotel
Higher‑end option near Calasiao, price check
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₱800–₱1,200 (≈ US$15–25) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₱1,200–₱2,000 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed
- High
- ₱2,000 (≈ US$40)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel1 × 1 night × ₱2,800 | ₱2,800 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₱1,500 | ₱3,000 |
| Bus from Manila (A/C)2 × ₱500 · check | ₱1,000 |
| eSIM 7‑day data2 × ₱350 · check | ₱700 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₱750 |
| Trip total≈ ₱4,125 per person per day, bed included | ₱8,250≈ US$150 |
2026 estimate in PHP; flights and inter‑island ferries excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café) | ₱40–₱80 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Meal (local restaurant) | ₱100–₱250 (≈ US$2–5) |
| Bangus (milkfish) dish | ₱150–₱300 (≈ US$3–6) |
| Jeepney ride (≤5 km) | ₱10–₱15 (≈ under US$1) |
| Tricycle ride (short) | ₱20–₱30 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Low‑lying areas flood during heavy rains; check flood alerts in rainy season.
- Peak traffic on North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) and TPLEX, especially weekends.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 117
- Fire & ambulance
- 117
- National emergency
- 911
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Emergency
- Police117
- Fire & ambulance117
- National emergency911
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Manila → Dagupan bus (A/C): about ₱445 (≈ US$8), 5 h (check)
- Jeepney within Dagupan: ₱10–₱15 (≈ under US$1) per ride
Say or show
- Paumanhin — Excuse me / Sorry (pa‑u‑man‑hin)
- Salamat — Thank you (sa‑la‑mat)
- Magkano ito? — How much is this? (mag‑ka‑no i‑to)
- Nasaan ang banyo? — Where is the bathroom? (na‑sa‑an ang ban‑yo)
Check flood alerts during rainy months.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Dagupan. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Dec–May (dry season) · avoid Jun–Nov (rainy, flood risk) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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