Tourist Attractions in Dumaguete

The Rizal Boulevard

Dumaguete has a lot to offer. Tourists will find many interesting spots and attractions in the City of Gentle People.

Once you visit Dumaguete city don’t miss to drop by at The Rizal Boulevard. It is a popular spot for tourists and locals for having a picnic play some games and other activities.

It runs almost entirely along the city’s commercial district and provides quite a refreshing and calming view when dining or having a drink at one of the many restaurants or bars lining the street.

On many occasions it becomes a venue for celebrating city festivals. During the day, the streets hold parades and dances while banca (Bamboo-Outrigger-boat) racing goes on at the beach. In the evening, it becomes a native food market. The wonderful aroma of grilled seafood and barbecue permeates the sea air. A band performs nearby while the cold beer continues to flow.

The Rizal Boulevard is undoubtedly one of the most visited places in the city. It was named after the famous Philippine national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal, who actually made a stopover here on his way to Dapitan where he was put in exile.

Sans Rival

For delicious baked goodies in Dumaguete, Sans Rival Cakes and Pastries is the place to go to. This pastry shop has a wide variety of home-cooked cakes, pastries, cookies, and other baked goodies.

The old time favorites are the Sans Rival and its cookie version, the Silvanas.

Sans Rival Cakes and Pastries sells delicious, mouthwatering, and irresistible cakes, cookies, pastries, and other goodies. The Sans Rival and Silvanas are the house specialties that have been the favorite of Dumaguete residents as well as tourists.

The Rizal Boulevard and a visit to the nearby Sans Rival Cakes and Pastries are some “Must-Do” spots when visiting Dumaguete. The two attractions are just the start for a visitor to explore the City of Gentle People.

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