Major city · Philippines
San Carlos
Spend a half‑day at Saint Dominic de Guzman Church, a quick market stroll, then hike Mapita Falls; add an evening at the plaza – total 1 day.
San Carlos is a small city in Pangasinan with a historic church, a bustling public market, and nearby natural spots like Mapita Falls. Its attractions are clustered, so a single day covers the highlights, with optional evening relaxation at the plaza or a short beach resort stay.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- PHP
- Best months
- Nov–Feb (check)
- avoid Mar–May (heat, check)
- Airport
- LGP
- Nights
- 1
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- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- 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 San Carlos117 ▾
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 San Carlos, 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
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch belongings in crowded market and use licensed transport.
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- RestroomsCalled 'CR' (comfort room); bring tissue; many lack toilet seats.Philippines-wide
- Emergency numbers117 police · 117 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysHoly Week shuts much; malls open daily; banks closed weekends.Philippines-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckLGP Lingayen Airport (≈30 km (19 mi) north, taxi ~₱300 (check)).LGP Lingayen Airport (≈19 mi (30 km) north, taxi ~₱300 (check)).
- Getting aroundTricycle and jeepney are the main local transport; fares ₱13–₱30 (≈ under US$1) per short ride.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)₱50–₱120 (≈ US$1–3)
- Street or quick mealLocal snack (kakanin)₱30–₱80 (≈ US$1–2)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))₱200–₱300 (≈ US$4–6)
- Budget bedDorm bed, a night, per person₱400 (≈ US$8)
- Mid-range bedStandard double room, a night, per room₱2,500 (≈ US$45)
- High-end bedStandard double room, a night, per room₱4,000 (≈ US$75)
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 Lingayen Airport (≈30 km (19 mi) north, taxi ~₱300 (check))LGP Lingayen Airport (≈19 mi (30 km) north, taxi ~₱300 (check))
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
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: Mar–May. 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 (14 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
San Carlos: 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)
8 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
7 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
9 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
14 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
11 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
8 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
7 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 and jeepney are the main local transport; fares ₱13–₱30 per short ride. Grab works in the city but may surge during rain.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Dagupan City
goDoor to door: ≈ 30 min
Bus or jeepney north along Maharlika Highway, about 15 km (9.3 mi), 20 minBus or jeepney north along Maharlika Highway, about 9.3 mi (15 km), 20 min
Coastal city with a bustling market and beachfront promenade.
Lingayen
goDoor to door: ≈ 45 min
Bus or jeepney north, 25 km (16 mi), 30 minBus or jeepney north, 16 mi (25 km), 30 min
Provincial capital, historic sites and a long beach.
Binmaley
goDoor to door: ≈ 25 min
Jeepney west along coastal road, 12 km (7.5 mi), 15 minJeepney west along coastal road, 7.5 mi (12 km), 15 min
Fishing town with a quiet bay and fresh seafood.
Bayambang
goDoor to door: ≈ 35 min
Bus east via Maharlika Highway, 20 km (12 mi), 25 minBus east via Maharlika Highway, 12 mi (20 km), 25 min
Home to Saint Vincent Ferrer Parish Church, cultural festivals.
Malasiqui
goDoor to door: ≈ 50 min
Bus east, 30 km (19 mi), 35 minBus east, 19 mi (30 km), 35 min
Known for mango orchards and the annual Mango Festival.
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.
Kabaleyan Cove Resort
Resort with pool, US$40/night (check)
Fairfields Resort & Playhouse Inn
Hotel resort with public pool
Mendoza Travellers Hotel
Budget hotel on Calasiao Road
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
| Standard double room1 × 1 night × ₱2,500 | ₱2,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₱1,500 | ₱1,500 |
| Tricycle ride (5 km)1 × ₱30 · check | ₱30 |
| Mapita Falls entry (guide)1 × ₱150 · check | ₱150 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₱418 |
| Trip total≈ ₱4,598 per person per day, bed included | ₱4,598≈ US$85 |
2026 estimate in PHP; flights and inter‑island ferries excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café) | ₱50–₱120 (≈ US$1–3) |
| Local snack (kakanin) | ₱30–₱80 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Taxi (5 km) | ₱200–₱300 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Tricycle ride (2 km) | ₱20–₱30 (≈ under US$1) |
| Entrance to Mapita Falls | ₱100–₱150 (≈ US$2–3) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Public market is very crowded on Saturdays; allow extra time.
- Mapita Falls hike can be slippery after rain; wear sturdy shoes.
- Church may close for local festivals; check schedule.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 117
- Fire and ambulance
- 117
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Emergency
- Police117
- Fire and ambulance117
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Tricycle city ride: ≈ ₱20–₱30 for short trips (check)
- Grab car: ≈ ₱120–₱180 for 5 km (3.1 mi) (check)≈ ₱120–₱180 for 3.1 mi (5 km) (check)
Say or show
- Pasensya na — Excuse me / Sorry (pah-sen-sya na)
- Magkano ito? — How much? (mag-ka-no i-to)
- Nasaan ang palengke? — Where is the market? (na-san ang pa-leng-ke)
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 San Carlos. 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 (check) · avoid Mar–May (heat, check) · 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
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 3 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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