Information about Museo Ilocos Norte

Museo Ilocos Norte

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Museo Ilocos Norte is situated in Laoag, Ilocos Norte. It is an excellent representation of the rich heritage of Ilocos and the ethnography of the Ilocanos, Igorots, Itnegs, Yapayaos and other ethnicities of the province.

This museum in the Philippines is housed in an existing Tabacalera, or tobacco warehouse, close to the Provincial Capitol. The warehouse used to be a plain brick structure, one of the chains of brick structures built in Ilocos during the 19th century. The Tabacalera was then converted into an enthralling two-story museum.

From the old household implements to farming equipment to the ancient bahay na bato house models to the significance of garlic in their lives, a trip to the Ilocos Museum is a visual treat. 

How to get there

This Laoag tourist spot is located at V. Llanes, Laoag City. In order to get here, ask the driver of the jeepney or tricycle to drop you off exactly at the tourist attraction. You can also join a guided Laoag tour.

Best time to visit

Museo Ilocos Norte is open from Monday to Saturday, with two sessions daily: 9 AM to 12 NN and 1 PM to 5 PM. 

Entrance fee

There’s a minimal entrance fee for this tourist attraction.