Don’t Miss This Philippines Trip! Clark Angeles City Attractions Travel Guide

Clark is known as the Little America of the East. This area in the north of the Philippines was once an important base for the US military in the Pacific War. Due to the long-term presence of the US military, Clark's streetscape has a strong American culture. In the past, many Taiwanese people thought Clark was an extremely boring place. Today, let me, a Filipino-American editor, take you to see what must-see fun attractions there are in Clark!

Where is Clark?

Clark is located on Luzon Island, the largest island in the Philippines, 60 kilometers northwest of the capital Manila (recommended to you: the most local way to play in Manila, you must know it), and is the Philippines' special economic and trade development zone. Clark was originally the largest military base of the United States in Asia, and now it has become an internationally renowned business center and Tourist destination. Because Clark has a pleasant climate, the air quality and temperature are much better than Manila, so many citizens of the Philippine capital choose to Travel to Clark, and even enjoy a leisurely retirement life here.

After flying to Manila Airport, transfer to

1. Direct bus from Manila Airport to Clark Airport

Manila Airport Terminal 3 also has direct buses to Clark. Although the ticket price is expensive, since the departure point is at the airport, it can basically depart on time.

Ticket price: about 400 pesos

Frequency: one bus every hour from 12 am to 18 pm; after 18 pm, one bus every hour from 19:30, and the last bus is at 10:30

2. Take a bus to Clark at Genesis Bus Station

If you want to go to Clark to continue playing after activities in Manila city, you can choose to take a bus to Clark at Genesis Trinoma Station in Manila city. However, because the traffic in the Philippines is more complicated, the frequency of buses is mainly based on the site.

Ticket price: about 260 pesos

Frequency: First bus at 4:30, every two hours from 7 am to 5 pm, last bus at 7:30

Must-see attractions in Clark

Mount Pinatubo



Mount Pinatubo erupted in 1991, the second largest volcanic eruption in the 20th century, causing 800 casualties and nearly 200,000 people displaced. After nearly 30 years of natural recovery, Mount Pinatubo has now restored its former green and lush natural scenery. The surrounding people have also actively developed tourism resources without damaging the environment, making this place a famous resort in the Philippines.

Subic Bay



Subic Bay was a military stronghold of the US Air Force during World War II. As the war passed, many Americans settled in the Subic Bay area for a long time, developing many American leisure and tourism experiences, which also prompted the government to set it up as a Free Zone economic zone. Therefore, there are many large American outlets here, not only with super low prices, but also exempt from the Philippines' 12% consumption tax. It is worthy of being the duty-free shopping paradise in the Philippines. If you come to Clark and want to shop, you must come here.

Clark Water Park Aqua Planet



Aqua Planet is a famous water park that has swept the Philippines in recent years. It is known as the largest water theme park in Southeast Asia. It covers an area of ​​10 hectares and has 14 theme parks and more than 38 large exciting slides. You can definitely play for a whole day!

Business hours: 10:00-16:00 (open until 17:00 on weekends and holidays, and the monthly closed days will be announced on the official website)

Ticket price: Adult 1,150P, Child 950P (weekdays) / Adult 1,350P, Child 1,150P

Dinosaur Island



It is no longer a dream to get close to dinosaurs! Dinosaur Island Park in Clark is based on the dinosaur era. Through electronic dinosaurs, interactive devices and 7D movie effects, every move of the dinosaurs is lifelike! For a more thrilling dinosaur interaction experience than the Jurassic World movie, come to Dinosaur Island. If you are a dinosaur fan, don't miss the opportunity to interact with dinosaurs up close and take photos~

Business hours: 8:00-17:00

Ticket price: 560P/person (including Dinosaur Island and Insect World package)

Philippines International Hot Air Balloon Festival



Also located at Omni Aviation Corporation, the Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Festival has been held in the Philippines since 1994 and has been deeply rooted in the local area for more than 20 years. It attracts nearly 100,000 tourists every January and February just to see the amazing hot air balloon show. In addition to the main hot air balloon flight activities, the Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Festival also has remote control aircraft, paragliding, parachuting and dozens of special flight experiences to participate in (recommended to you: If you want to see hot air balloons before going abroad, you can't miss Taitung!).

Subic Wildlife Park



If the flying experience is not exciting enough, the next attraction is absolutely exciting! The next one to be introduced is Subic Zoo, which can be said to be the zoo with the most exciting experiences in the Philippines. This zoo mainly focuses on fierce wild animals. Not only can you watch lions, crocodiles and other fierce animals up close, but you can also take a cage car and enter the jungle where the tigers are to feed them yourself. My friend said that as soon as you enter the park, you can always hear screams one after another. If you are looking for exciting experiences, you must come and challenge it.

Business hours: 8:00-16:00

Tickets: Adults 895P/Children 795P

Hundred Islands National Park Hundred Islands



Everyone knows that the Philippines is an island country composed of more than 7,000 islands, so island hopping is definitely a must-do itinerary in the Philippines (recommended to you: the most popular island in the Philippines, how to play in Bohol Island, the editor tells you), and the Hundred Islands National Park on the northern coast of Clark is the most famous national park on Luzon Island. In recent years, it has attracted many European and American backpackers. In addition to island hopping and snorkeling, you can also participate in cave exploration, sea walking, cave diving, Zip Line aerial trapeze, banana boat and other water activities. There are several resort hotels in the national park, which is very suitable for friends who want to relax and travel.

Inflatable Water Park Inflatable Island



If you are Traveling with your family and want your children to have fun, this attraction is the best choice for you (recommended for you: Cebu Lazy Bag, all the delicious food and fun are here)! The 4,500 square meter Inflatable Island Inflatable Water Park is the largest inflatable water park in Asia. In addition to many interesting water rides, there are also many restaurants and beach bars in the Inflatable Island park. Both adults and children can have fun here.

Business hours: 7:30-18:00

Tickets: 1,399P/person (can be deducted from 500 yuan for food and beverage consumption)

After this introduction, do you have a better understanding of Clark? In fact, there are still many areas and islands in the Philippines that have not been developed (recommended to you: the most beautiful wonderland in the Philippines, El Nido, Palawan), which are very suitable for tourists who like quiet and pristine natural environment. For example, the Clark area introduced today is still mainly visited by locals and European and American backpackers. Therefore, before this place is invaded by tourists, seize the opportunity and take a special Trip to the Philippines.