Discover Tagbilaran, Bohol through culture, history, and local favorites

As Bohol's capital and commercial center, Tagbilaran brings together history, everyday city life, and the distinct warmth the province is known for. Moreover, the city comes alive during the Sandugo Festival every July with street dancing, cultural performances, trade fairs, and historical reenactments that showcase Boholano heritage.

🏛️ A city shaped by history and friendship

Tagbilaran is known as the "City of Friendship," a title inspired by the Sandugo, or Blood Compact, between Datu Sikatuna and Spanish explorer Miguel López de Legazpi in 1565. Widely regarded as a symbol of friendship between Filipinos and Spaniards, the event remains one of the city's defining stories.

More than a historical celebration, the festival brings together locals and visitors through music, dance, food, and community events, offering another reason to experience Tagbilaran beyond Bohol's natural attractions.

📍 Heritage stops worth adding to your itinerary

✔ Blood Compact Shrine

Start your visit at the Blood Compact Shrine, a seaside monument commemorating the historic Sandugo. Along with its historical significance, the site offers scenic coastal views and is one of the city's most photographed landmarks.

✔ St. Joseph the Worker Cathedral

Located near the city plaza and city hall, St. Joseph the Worker Cathedral is one of Bohol's oldest churches. Its centuries-old architecture and central location make it an easy stop while exploring downtown Tagbilaran.

✔ National Museum of the Philippines – Bohol

For a deeper appreciation of the province's heritage, visit the city's National Museum. Set inside a restored heritage building, the museum features exhibits on Bohol's history, archaeology, and local culture.

🍗 PLUS: Your comfort food faves are all here

After a day of sightseeing, recharge with some of the country's most loved Jollibee Foods Corporation brands, conveniently located across Tagbilaran.

✔ Jollibee

Visit Jollibee Alturas Mall or Jollibee Island City Mall for crowd favorites like Chickenjoy, Jolly Spaghetti, and Yumburger.

✔ Chowking

If you're craving Chinese-inspired comfort food, Chowking Airport Road, Chowking Alturas Mall, and Chowking Island City Mall serve Chao Fan, Wonton Mami, and Halo-Halo.

✔ Mang Inasal

For grilled Filipino favorites, head to Mang Inasal Lesage, Mang Inasal Remolador St., or Mang Inasal Island City Mall for Chicken Inasal, Pork BBQ, and Palabok.

✔ Greenwich

Pizza lovers can enjoy Overloaded Hawaiian Pizza, Lasagna Supreme, and Chicken Combo meals at Greenwich Alturas Mall and Greenwich Island City Mall.

✔ Red Ribbon

Complete your food trip with Butter Mamon, Cheesy Ensaymada, or Black Forest Cake from Red Ribbon Alturas Mall or Red Ribbon Island City Mall.

🎁 Make every stop more rewarding with Pluxee

Whether you're exploring Tagbilaran's historic landmarks, joining the Sandugo Festival, or enjoying a meal with family and friends, Pluxee Gifts make every stop even more rewarding.

Use your Pluxee Gifts at participating Jollibee, Chowking, Mang Inasal, Greenwich, and Red Ribbon branches for meals, snacks, and sweet treats throughout your trip.

For the full list of participating merchants in Bohol and across the Philippines, visit merchantlocator.pluxee.ph.