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What travelers are saying
- Robert EManila, Philippines5 contributionsYou must have the tourist map to know where to go and what to see, but it is not easy to get hold of especially on Monday when everything is closed.
I have not seen this information anywhere, so I hope it will be helpful to those thinking of going to Taal.
I did eventually manage to obtain the map and there are many things to do even if most places are closed on Monday.
The basilica is of course open and very impressive in many ways.
The public market was also open with many Barong Tagalog shops, quite a sight for unfamiliar eyes.
Just walking around the ancient town with buildings from the 16th century takes you back in time.
We located San Lorenzo Ruiz steps, but finding Sta. Lucia Well took some detective work, a signpost would help, but it adds to the quaint atmosphere of Taal.
All in all a very worthwhile visit, even on a Monday!Written February 13, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Teresa CMetro Manila, Philippines1,563 contributionsA stately landmark in Taal town. Popular for weddings - we saw two back-to-back! Wonderful to visit.Written June 17, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Hungry-sailor86San Fernando La Union, Philippines716 contributionsthis museum we discovered by accident mot realising its historical significance
it has a real role in the katipunero movement and saw many key moments in overthrowing spanish colonialism as well as celebrating the heroism of its former occupants
tour guide was highly knowledgable which is good as not much to read to explain the story
all in all the tour takes around 40 minutes including a video and a full tour of the house but it is long enough to hold kids attention and educate themWritten September 24, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Lisa D2 contributionsWe were a group of 11 college friends who toured Taal Heritage Town. Our private tour guide, Rose Ilagan met and toured us at the Minor Basilica of St. Martin of Tours. Then we toured the Our Lady of Caysasay Shrine and the Sta. Lucia Well, which unfortunately were both under restoration. We couldnt go inside the Caysasay Shrine, but we could see how they were stripping the yellow paint in order for the original stone and carvings to show. Then we lit candles by the well and wiped ourselves with the healing waters. Then we toured 3 ancestral homes - Apacible, Agoncillo and Galleria Taal.
Galleria Taal had an extensive collection of over 200 working cameras. That alone is such a treasure. Also interesting were never before seen pictures dated 1700 onwards. Even if you're not a camera buff, the museum is one to see.
Lunch served at Candida Cafe at Galleria Taal was all of Taal's specialties - native chicken tinola, adobo sa dilaw, tapang Taal, sinaing na tulingan, maliputo, ensaladang talong, minatamis na saging, fried suman tsokoleche, kapeng barako. Everything was really good! Yummy also was the vegetable empanada, which had sotanghon inside.
For a whole day guided tour with such a sumptuous lunch, we spent P1,000 per person. Money worth spending. Fun and educational at the same time.Written April 2, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Philip G6 contributionsCome and enjoy an heirloom lunch in our ancestral house and do the tour of Taal, Batangas afterwards. You will be amazed. Inquire now! Kindly go to the facebook page of the Goco Ancestral House and message us there. Thank you!Written April 10, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Maria Cecilia GPhilippines69 contributionsWhen we went to the shrine, there were many devotees all over the area. There were food stalls etc. They were even selling empty bottles for the miraculous water near the well.Written April 21, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Melissa CManila, Philippines63 contributionsOne of the heritage houses in Taal is the former house of Marcela Mariño Agoncillo and her family. More popularly known as the Mother of the Philippine flag, Marcela is credited as the main seamstress of the Philippine flag President Aguinaldo used in his declaration of our country’s independence.
I like that this Spanish-era ancestral house is well-maintained. Another pleasant surprise is a mini park beside the property that is also well-maintained where you can have your picture taken with the various Philippine flags and historical markers.Written June 5, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Teresa CMetro Manila, Philippines1,563 contributionsA well maintained relic of the past. An introductory video, then free to explore the house. Free, though donations are happily accepted.Written June 17, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Asian_PilgrimManila, Philippines84 contributionsThe Taal Heritage Village in Batangas is very accessible from Manila via private car and the DLTB provincial bus (Take the Lemery bus) and is just approximately 3 hours away from the Magallanes exit via SLEX and StarToll. There are tricycles that can be hired to drive tourists to all the different heritage houses and other sites. Just be careful to negotiate well because they will charge an arm and a leg if you allow them to.
This tour can be a whole day visit or spend one night to enjoy its old world charm to the fullest. It is the best and closet alternative to Vigan.
Start this walking tour by visiting the Municipal Tourism Office which is located near the St Martin de Tours Basilica. They have a free walking tour map that will help guide you to the different heritage houses and musuems. I found the map confusing and there are no directional signs to the different sights within this town. Fortunately, I was told that an improved and updated map is currentlly being prepared.
Avoid visiting on Mondays because the attractions are closed. I was also told that some heritage houses/museums charge an entrance fee.
Like most hertitage towns, the streets of Taal are very narrow so parking is a challenge. We parked at the Basilica, then moved to the public market in time for late lunch at the Don Juan Boodle House.
Things to Do in Taal:
1. Stay overnight at the Casa Conchita Bed and Breakfast (the only B&B with secured indoor parking) and enjoy traditional cuisine and its gallery of hard-to-find vintage Filipiniana art.
2. Drink from the healing springs of the Caysasay Church and marvel at the St Martin de Tours Basilica whose trompe l'oeil interior wall and ceilings rival those of San Agustin Church in Intramuros.
3. Buy yummy Tapang Taal and Taal Summan at the Public Market for pasalubong
4. Windowshop in the many dress stalls of the clean public market. There are tons of tacky formal gowns, but one can unearth unbelieveable treasures like beautifully beaded dresses fit for a little princess for just P600 to P1000 each.
5. Visit the Don Juan Boodle House and taste the heritage cuisine such as adobo sa dilaw, crispy fried tawilis, sinaing na tulingan and fried suman with chocolate.
Taal is fast becoming one of the most popular tourism attractions in Batangas so it is encouraged to get a local tour guide. Book a bed and breakfast or call a heritage house first to make reservations. Some heritage houses are still not quick to readily open their doors for unexpected guests. This, after all, is still an old sleepy town and good manners dictate that visitors should not drop in unannounced. :-)Written October 24, 2015This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Teresa CMetro Manila, Philippines1,563 contributionsSuch a variety of goods for sale. A riot of colour and interest. Look at the amazing array of evening wear being made at the market, sharing the area with food supplies. Not a good hot day visit.Written June 19, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Czar EmmanuelManila, Philippines10,222 contributionsThis is a series of 120-125 steps leading to one of Taal's famous religious sites ... the shrine of Our Lady of Caysasay. It's quite challenging to go up and down these steps ... definitely not for anyone suffering from any knee problems. However, the staircase is quite scenic. It dates back to the Spanish era and has been recently restored. It's one of Taal's historical landmarks.Written January 23, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
