Burnham Park – Everything You Can Do Here

Burnham Park – Everything You Can Do Here

January 13, 2024 by Jeel Monde in Categories Travel

Here are some of the fun activities you can do in Burnham Park, one of the tourist spots in Baguio.

One of the most famous parks in the Philippines found in Baguio is the Burnham Park and here’s the different ways to have fun here.

One of the most-visited family-friendly spots in Baguio City is the Burnham Park. This is among the most famous tourist spots in Baguio frequented by most locals and tourists. This park is also called “Mother of all Parks” in the city.

The one who created original design and arrangement of the park is American architect and urban planner Daniel Burnham and the place was also named after him.

Despite being located in the heart of a densely populated city, you will never feel like it because of the lush greeneries inside the perimeter. This is located along Harrison Road and is close to Session Road, Baguio’s main highway. 

Photo from Baguio.ph

This 32-hectare park features refreshing views perfect for those who are seeking a break, fresh breeze, and some relaxation time.

The park has a Children’s Playground, a Rose Garden, an Orchidarium, a Picnic Grove, an Igorot Garden, and many more offerings for the people. The centuries-old artificial lake is also placed at the center of it called the Burnham Lagoon, the main highlight of this place.

Photo from BESA

Fun activities to do in Burnham

The park is open to all but the best time to visit is from December to May, the dry season in the country.

Burnham has:

  • Burnham Lake
  • Melvin Jones Grandstand
  • Children’s playground
  • Athletic bowl
  • Igorot Garden
  • Japanese Peace Tower
  • Picnic Grove
  • Pine Trees of the World
  • Rose Garden
  • Orchidarium
  • Sunshine Park
  • Skating rink
Photo from Baguio.ph

Things to do

  1. See the beautiful landscapes at Melvin Jones.
  2. A trip to Burnham would not be complete without a boating in the famous man-made lake.
  3. Biking is also something you should not miss.
  4. Take some time to slide and skate at the skating rink. There are also other fun activities to do in the skating rink area like Bungee Tramp, Animal Fantasy, Mini Viking, Carousel, Train, and many more.
  5. You must stroll around the Baguio City Orchidarium, this part of the park is usually less crowded.
  6. Watch the Dancing Fountain at the rose Garden.

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