Baguio Public Market

Your Ultimate Guide to Shopping at Baguio City Public Market

Welcome to the ultimate shopping guide for Baguio City Public Market! While many visitors are familiar with the market, it’s always helpful to know where to find specific items to make your shopping experience smoother. Since the market can get crowded, especially on weekends, planning your visit efficiently will allow you to enjoy more of what the city has to offer. Here are the key things to know before heading to the Baguio City Public Market!

Location and Getting There The Baguio City Public Market is located at 38 Rajah Soliman Street, Baguio City, but it actually spans along Magsaysay Avenue, which intersects with Lower Session Road. If you're traveling on foot, the most convenient way to reach the market from Session Road is by crossing the pedestrian overpass at Malcolm Square. You’ll also pass by Maharlika Livelihood Complex, known for its distinct Cordillera-style roof—another landmark worth checking out, as it is home to local handicrafts like silver jewelry and wood carvings not typically found in the market.

Market Hours The market comes alive early in the morning. Some sections, particularly the wet goods and vegetables, open as early as 5:00 AM, while the dry goods section opens around 6:00 to 7:00 AM.

Fresh Produce and Vegetables Baguio City is fortunate to be located in Benguet, one of Luzon’s leading vegetable-producing areas. Visitors should not miss buying fresh, locally grown vegetables like carrots, potatoes, lettuce, and broccoli, all available at the market. The Hangar area offers the best prices and is located past the rice and coffee sections of the market. You’ll also find fresh herbs like basil, rosemary, and parsley here.

Strawberries and Other Fruits If you can’t visit the Strawberry Farms in La Trinidad, don’t worry—the public market has fresh strawberries on sale. You’ll find most stalls selling strawberries beyond the native handicrafts and souvenir section. Strawberry season runs from November to April, with the larger berries being pricier. Be sure to choose those that aren’t too ripe to avoid them spoiling during transport. While you're at it, check out other local fruits like Sagada oranges and passion fruits.

Sweet Treats and Pasalubong The market is a treasure trove for traditional Baguio treats such as lengua de gato (butter cookies), alfajor (caramel cookies), chocolate-coated corn flakes, sundot kulangot (coconut jam candy), ube jam (purple yam jam), and peanut brittle. These make for perfect pasalubong (souvenirs) for friends and family. You’ll also find a variety of local jams and preserves.

Handicrafts and Souvenirs Don’t miss out on the market’s wide selection of locally made handicrafts. You’ll find wooden plates, baskets, and handwoven accessories like wallets and keychains. This is also the spot to pick up souvenirs such as native crafts and trinkets. If you’re planning to buy in bulk for gifts, there are opportunities to negotiate better deals.

Ukay-Ukay (Secondhand Clothes) For those looking to score great deals on secondhand clothes, the public market is the place to be. The ukay-ukay stalls here are known for their affordability, with items like blouses for as low as PHP 30 and jackets for around PHP 60. The best place to find bargains is along Hilltop Road, past the meat market and further up the road.

Meat and Seafood Baguio’s Public Market is also home to a variety of local meats and seafood. The meat section, located on the second floor, offers fresh longganisa (local sausages) in garlic and sweet varieties, while the first floor features poultry and fish stalls. For fresh seafood, head to the section near Hilltop Road, where locals stock up on fish for their daily meals.

Flowers from Benguet Thanks to its proximity to the flower farms in Benguet, Baguio’s Public Market offers affordable cut flowers. If you want a ready-made floral arrangement, visit the section near Abanao Square. For a more budget-friendly option, head to the Hangar section to buy flowers and make your own arrangements.

A Clean Market Experience One of the highlights of the Baguio City Public Market is its cleanliness. Unlike many other markets, you won’t have to worry about muddy shoes. In fact, many visitors even feel comfortable wearing flip-flops while shopping, confident that the market’s floors stay clean. It’s one of the cleanest markets in the country, so don’t hesitate to come and experience it for yourself!

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