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Alcala
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Alcala to see the Holy Cross Parish Church and a local market; add extra time for festivals.
Alcala is a small Pangasinan town with a historic church, local festivals and a handful of eateries. It is reachable by car or bus from Manila in 4–7 hours, so a day‑trip from nearby Dagupan or Alaminos is realistic.
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- Weather
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- Currency
- PHP
- Best months
- Nov–Feb (dry, cooler)
- avoid Jun–Sep (rainy season)
- Airport
- MNL
- Nights
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- Philippines ↗Carry pesos in small notes; many stalls, jeepneys and taxis are cash-only.
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- 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
Emergency numbers for Alcala117 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Alcala, 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
- SafetyAlcala is generally safe; petty theft can occur in market areas—keep valuables secure.
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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.
- AirportMNL Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Main gateway to Manila; bus or car to Alcala takes 4–7 h).
- Getting aroundTricycle is the main local transport; rent a motorbike or bring a car for flexibility.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee₱50–80 (≈ US$1–2)
- Metro or bus rideBus Manila–Alcala (one way)check₱900–1,200 (≈ US$16–25)
- Budget bedGuesthouse bed, a night, per person₱400 (≈ US$8)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱600 (≈ US$11) · Mid ₱1,000 (≈ US$18) · High ₱1,500 (≈ US$30)
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
- MNL Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Main gateway to Manila; bus or car to Alcala takes 4–7 h)
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
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
May
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (15 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Alcala: 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)
2 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Apr
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
May
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
9 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
4 rd
Dec
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 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
Tricycle is the main local transport; rent a motorbike or bring a car for flexibility.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Alaminos City
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Bus from Alcala to Alaminos, about 30 min
Access Hundred Islands National Park from Alaminos.
Lingayen
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Bus or tricycle, about 40 min
Coastal town with beach promenade.
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.
Local guesthouses
Basic rooms near the town centre; suitable for a night if you prefer not to return the same day.
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
- ₱500–800 (≈ US$9–15) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₱800–1,200 (≈ US$15–25) excl. bed
- High
- ₱1,200 (≈ US$25)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse bed2 × 3 nights × ₱600 | ₱3,600 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × ₱1,000 | ₱6,000 |
| Trip total≈ ₱1,600 per person per day, bed included | ₱9,600≈ US$170 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | ₱50–80 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Halo‑halo | ₱30–60 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Grilled chicken (pork/seafood)has: chicken|pork|seafood | ₱80–150 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Tricycle ride (short) | ₱20–30 (≈ under US$1) |
| Bus Manila–Alcala (one way)check | ₱900–1,200 (≈ US$16–25) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Road travel from Manila can take 4–7 h depending on traffic; allow extra time in rainy months.
- Festival crowds may block main streets on Sept 20 and early May; plan routes accordingly.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 117
- Fire/ambulance
- 117
- National emergency
- 911
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Punta dito, pakiTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police117
- Fire/ambulance117
- National emergency911
Embassy
US consulate in Manila; other embassies in Manila.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Manila → Alcala (bus): ≈₱1,100, 5–7 h (check)
- Tricycle within Alcala: ≈₱20–30 per short ride
Say or show
- Paumanhin — Excuse me / Sorry (pa‑u‑man‑hin)
- Salamat — Thank you (sa‑la‑mat)
- Magkano ito? — How much is it? (mag‑ka‑no i‑to)
- Saan ang banyo? — Where is the bathroom? (sa‑an ang ba‑nyo)
- Puwede po bang makita ang menu? — Can I have the menu? (pu‑we‑de po bang ma‑ki‑ta ang me‑nu)
- Kailangan ko ng tricycle — I need a tricycle (ka‑i‑la‑ngan ko ng tri‑ci‑cle)
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 Alcala. 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: Nov–Feb (dry, cooler) · avoid Jun–Sep (rainy season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a short walking tour of the Holy Cross Parish Church and market.
- Include festival dates in itinerary planning.
Sources
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