Macaraeg-Macapagal Ancestral House — Local services in Iligan

We booked our guided tour with the help of the Iligan Tourism Office. You can find their contact details on their Facebook page. They respond faster via phone call compared to text or private message via messenger.

It was a Saturday when we visited. Our guide said this place is closed unless you have an official tour guide to go with you. On the other hand, the visiting hours in the sign say that it's open on weekends, but you can't really see this sign unless you're already inside the establishment. There is one lady who seems to be the caretaker who is in charge of deciding who can enter.

This is a historical site that gives you a glimpse of the life of the Macaraeg-Macapagal family. Currently, there is a resort beside it. The street outside is lined with several carts selling pork lechon, which apparently is a must-try here in Iligan.

The Ancestral home has two floors. It used to be open for overnight stays but is currently not offered as renovations and repairs are ongoing. We finished the tour of the house in less than 15 minutes. This already included taking photos and asking questions about the house and its...

A must to visit place specially if you are interested in the early childhood life of former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo. The house and the entire furniture were original and was donated to the City of Iligan for management and preservation of the place. Missing though is the tour guide that will tell you the history of the house, they only have a caretaker that will let you explore...

Wala siyang entrance fee, pero nasa sa’yo na if you’d like to give a donation. The house is clean and well-maintained, and ang maganda is you can actually go inside and access the different areas.

Yung tour guide super friendly and knowledgeable. Overall, sulit yung visit, especially if mahilig ka sa cultural and historical spots. Recommend ko siya if...