Museo Dabawenyo — Attraction in Davao City

For starters, admission is free, for everyone. You come in and you are asked to enter your details in the museum registry. You then get assigned a tour guide. The one assigned to our group was a good one, and entertaining too. The museum has 2 levels. First floor covers the juicy part - the history of Davao City from pre-Spanish times to modernity. I was surprised to learn that there were lots of Japanese in Davao (before it was called Davao) even prior the Japanese occupation that this influx of aliens worried the national government forcing it to formally create Davao City - the country's largest city and disputably the largest in the world. The 2nd floor houses an art gallery. If it's your first time here, head over to this museum on Day 1 of your trip, and you won't regret it. Cheers!

P.S. Visitors are not allowed to take photos inside the museum. A bummer, I know, but for a...

Museo Dabawenyo is a must-visit for anyone interested in exploring the rich cultural heritage of Davao. Located in the heart of the city, this museum showcases the history, art, and traditions of the indigenous groups and the diverse communities that have shaped the region. Exhibits cover a range of topics, from the life of early settlers to the modern-day development of Davao. The museum's displays of indigenous artifacts, historical photographs, and cultural narratives offer a deep insight into the local heritage.

The museum is well-organized and informative, with interactive displays and engaging descriptions. Its central location makes it an easy stop while touring Davao. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, enhancing the overall experience. Overall, Museo Dabawenyo offers an enriching and educational experience that highlights the essence of Davao...

This museum will show you the history of the province. It will introduce you of how it started as a small town up until how the livelihood progressed to a successful province we called now as Davao.

You'll be accompanied by a guide all throughout the tour. Lot of tribes happened to live there back in the old days. The displays inside the museum, from vintage photos up to the real costumes worn by those tribes gave me chill.

I liked the simplicity of this museum. There's no need for modern technoz to emphasize it's worth. The displays are enough to amaze me.. it feeds me the message naturally. The staffs were all approachable and accommodating too!

*Taking picture is not really allowed in there; but there's few areas on which they let you take...