Davao City travel guide
Davao City Tourism | Davao City Guide
You're Going to Love Davao City
With a population of 1.21 million, Davao City is the largest city in Davao del Sur, Philippines by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Davao City to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Davao City
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Davao City in March, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24 °C, with an average temperature of 27 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 154 mm. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Davao City, with an average rainfall of 43 mm.
How to Get to Davao City
Plane
When flying to Davao City, you’ll arrive at Davao City Francisco Bangoy (DVO), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Davao City from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 7h 20m.
Airports near Davao City
Airlines serving Davao City
Where to stay in Davao City
Average rates range from around RM 169 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 228 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Green Windows Dormitel and OYO 192 Tcc Condo - Hostel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Davao City
Most booked hotels in Davao City
Hiring a car in Davao City
Expect to pay RM 6.12 per litre in Davao City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 73.33 and RM 97.77. The most frequently booked car type in Davao City is Full-size (Toyota Fortuner or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Honda City or similar) is, on average, 28% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.