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Vigan

City in Ilocos Sur, Philippines

Overview

Vigan, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Ilocos Sur, stands out for its remarkably preserved Spanish colonial and Asian architecture. Visitors are drawn to its cobblestone streets, lively local culture, and delicious Ilocano cuisine, making it one of the most charming cities in the Philippines.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Ilocos Sur
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
17.56°, 120.31°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$630
Local Cost
$322
Local Income
$300
Cashless
30
English
58
Temperature
28.0°C
Summer Avg
28.9°C
Winter Avg
26.7°C
Record High
32.8°C
Record Low
21.7°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
2648 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 67/100.

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