"San Fernando City is home to some of the most popular places in Pampanga. It's also only about a two-hour drive from Metro Manila. This city offers a great place for family bonding weekends, without the need to travel for too long. There are plenty of things to do in San Fernando, Pampanga."
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Best time to visit San Fernando
March 5th to June 24th
or
September 24th to November 25th
Places to visit in San Fernando
"You can still plan your itinerary by reading the following information about the top things to do in San Fernando."
Visit Lazatin House #1
Lazatin House, a historic landmark in San Fernando, boasts impressive colonial architecture. It was constructed on Consunji Street in the mid-1920s and once belonged to General Masaharu Hmma. This architectural marvel is currently owned by the Lazatin family.
Tourists who are interested in its rich past often visit it. Martha Stewart is just one of many famous people who have visited the heritage home.
Golden Haven Memorial Park #2
Golden Haven is located in Calulut, a beautiful district in San Fernando. It showcases the rich history of Pampanga’s people. These structures are a mix of traditional and American styles. They also feature the famous colors of giant lanterns. You will find here a replica Lady Victory. This is a tribute to the fallen soldiers of World War I. The premises also has an activity area to keep people busy.
| Website: | Golden Haven Memorial Park – Pampanga |
| Phone: | +63 908 860 6544 |
| Hours: | Mon-Sat: 8am-5pm (closed Sun) |
Sky Ranch Pampanga #3
Sky Ranch Pampanga is the perfect place to take your family or kids if they love rides. Sky Ranch Pampanga can be found in SM City Pampanga. It is one of the most popular places in Pampanga.
There are many rides for children, such as the Double Decker carousel and Kangaroo Jump. You can also scream on the Space Shuttle or ride the Loop Roller Coaster.
| Website: | Golden Haven Memorial Park – Pampanga |
| Phone: | +63 908 860 6544 |
| Hours: | Mon-Sat: 8am-5pm (closed Sun) |
San Fernando Train Station #4
“San Fernando Train Station appears to have been built in a different era. Although it no longer works today, it was functional in its earlier years up to the second world war. Jose Rizal (the Philippines’ national hero) even entered this train station while he was visiting San Fernando and Bacolor.”
| Website: | San Fernando Train Station |
| Phone: | +63 45 961 5684 |
| Hours: | 8am–5pm (Daily) |
Arzobispado De Pampanga Church #5
Arzobispado De Pampanga Church, located along San Jose Road is a must-see addition to any weekend itinerary. The church is a great place to spend Sunday mornings attending mass, or just to admire the architecture.
Arzobispado De Pampanga Church, a famous weeding spot, is also here. Arzobispado de Pampanga Church is free to all visitors and doesn't charge any entrance fees.
| Website: | San Fernando Train Station |
| Phone: | +63 45 961 5684 |
| Hours: | 8am–5pm (Daily) |
Villa Alfredo #6
Are you looking for a place to visit in Pampanga, Philippines? Villa Alfredo’s is a great place to go. If you are looking for a place to bond with your family and have fun in the water, this is it. Villa Alfredo’s is located in Barangay Baliti.
It allows its guests to enjoy the large swimming pools and waterslides. They can also sing their favorite songs on the karaoke machines.
| Website: | Villa Alfredo’s |
| Phone: | +63 45 455 1397 |
Citronnelle Spa & Cafe #7
"Citronnelle Spa & Cafe is located on the 2nd Floor of ESSEL Commercial Complex, MacArthur Highway. It offers guests the opportunity to unwind and relax without breaking the bank. Ctronnelle Spa & Cafe offers a relaxing hour massage for only 200 PHP (4.00 USD) after all the excitement in San Fernando City."
| Website: | Citronnelle Spa & Cafe |
| Phone: | +63 927 950 1343 |
| Hours: | 11am–12am (Daily) |
FAQ: Places to visit San Fernando
Why is San Fernando famous?
Popularly known as the “Christmas Capital of the Philippines“, the city holds the annual Giant Lantern Festival every December where large parol are displayed in competition. CNN has hailed the city as ‘Asia’s Christmas capital. ‘
How is the City of San Fernando best known?
San Fernando is also considered the birthplace of the labor movement in the Philippines. On 1872, in protest against the abuses of their plant foremen, the first organized strike was said to have been staged by a gremio of printers from government press located in the town.
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