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Dumaguete City is a component city in Negros Oriental, Central Visayas, made up of 30 barangays with a 2020 census population of 142,171. It is registered under PSGC code 1804610000 and uses ZIP code 6200. This directory documents 1 attractions, 0 restaurants, 6 places to stay, and 153 verified businesses in Dumaguete City.
About Dumaguete City
Dumaguete City is a component city in the province of Negros Oriental, Central Visayas, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The component city is home to 30 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 142,171 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 1804610000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6200.
Visitors and residents can explore 1 attractions including 1 beaches, 0 restaurants, 6 accommodations, 1 festivals, 5 local dishes, and other places throughout Dumaguete City.
azifind also lists 153 verified businesses based in Dumaguete City, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Dumaguete City.
Component city
Classification
Negros Oriental
Province
Central Visayas
Region
142,171
Population
30
Barangays
6200
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Dumaguete City is located in Negros Oriental within the Central Visayas of the Philippines. The component city includes 30 barangays.
Dumaguete City has documented coastal areas, with 1 beach recorded in this directory. Coastal barangays support activities such as fishing, beach tourism, and marine recreation.
Dumaguete City sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Negros Oriental, including Amlan, Ayungon, Bacong, Bais City.
Best Places to Visit in Dumaguete City
Dumaguete City has 1 documented attractions in this directory, including 1 recorded beach. The listings below span natural landmarks, heritage sites, and points of interest across the component city's 30 barangays in Negros Oriental, with a full index linked at the end of the section.
Things to Do in Dumaguete City
5 activities recorded in Dumaguete City.
Festivals and Events in Dumaguete City
1 recorded festivals and events in Dumaguete City.
Cultural
November
Sandurot Festival
"Sandurot" means to come together in fellowship; celebrates the university city's history of welcoming diverse global cultures and peoples.
Local Food in Dumaguete City
Culinary specialties documented in Dumaguete City and Negros Oriental.
Budbud Kabog
A signature breakfast; it uses kabog (millet) instead of rice, cooked with coconut milk and sugar, wrapped in banana leaves.
Sans Rival
A layered meringue-and-buttercream cake loaded with cashews; though international in origin, Dumaguete perfected its own buttery, crisp version.
Linarang
A spicy, sour fish stew seasoned with siling haba, ginger, tomatoes, and tuba (vinegar) or sampalok (tamarind).
Inun-unan
The local term for fish cooked in vinegar, ginger, and aromatics, often with a little pork fat to make the sauce silky and rich.
Baye-baye
A chewy, sweet snack made from pounded young coconut and toasted glutinous rice, often sold in street-side markets.
Where to Stay in Dumaguete City
6 hotels, resorts, inns, and guesthouses are documented in Dumaguete City, including options near its coastal barangays. Compare accommodation types and price ranges to plan an overnight stay in Negros Oriental.
Hotel Essencia
Casa Rubin
Hotel Palwa
Go Hotels Dumaguete
Rovira Suites
Fiesole Residence Inn
Barangays in Dumaguete City
Dumaguete City is divided into 30 barangays under PSGC code 1804610000.
Bagacay
1804610001
Bajumpandan
1804610002
Balugo
1804610003
Banilad
1804610004
Bantayan
1804610005
Batinguel
1804610006
Bunao
1804610007
Cadawinonan
1804610008
Calindagan
1804610009
Camanjac
1804610010
Candau-ay
1804610011
Cantil-e
1804610012
Daro
1804610013
Junob
1804610014
Looc
1804610015
Mangnao-Canal
1804610016
Motong
1804610017
Piapi
1804610018
Poblacion No. 1
1804610019
Poblacion No. 2
1804610020
Poblacion No. 3
1804610021
Poblacion No. 4
1804610022
Poblacion No. 5
1804610023
Poblacion No. 6
1804610024
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Travel Tips for Dumaguete City
Best Time to Visit
The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel. Check local weather before planning a trip to Dumaguete City.
Getting Around
Consider traffic conditions when moving between districts and nearby cities.
What to Explore
Dumaguete City has 1 documented attractions, including coastal spots. Browse the places section above for the full list.
Where to Stay
6 accommodations are available, from hotels to guesthouses.
Coastal Note
For coastal activities, check local weather and sea conditions before heading out.
Dumaguete City in the Philippine Administrative System
Dumaguete City is classified as a component city under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 1804610000. This code is used by national agencies including the Philippine Statistics Authority, the Commission on Elections, and the Department of the Interior and Local Government for census reporting, electoral mapping, and administrative tracking.
As a Local Government Unit (LGU), Dumaguete City is governed by an elected mayor and a Sangguniang Bayan or Sangguniang Panlungsod responsible for local ordinances, the annual budget, and local services. The LGU is composed of 30 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Dumaguete City is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Negros Oriental in Central Visayas.
People Also Ask About Dumaguete City
What is Dumaguete City known for?
Dumaguete City is a component city in Negros Oriental, Central Visayas. It is documented with 1 attractions, 1 festivals, 5 local dishes, and 153 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Dumaguete City located?
Dumaguete City is located in Negros Oriental, Central Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 1804610000.
How many barangays does Dumaguete City have?
Dumaguete City has 30 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What are the best places to visit in Dumaguete City?
Notable attractions include EscaΓö£ΓûÆo Beach. Browse the places section for all 1 listings.
What food is Dumaguete City known for?
Documented local dishes include Budbud Kabog, Sans Rival, Linarang.
What is the population of Dumaguete City?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Dumaguete City has a recorded population of 142,171.
What is the ZIP code of Dumaguete City?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Dumaguete City is 6200.
What cities or municipalities are near Dumaguete City?
Nearby localities in Negros Oriental include Amlan, Ayungon, Bacong, Bais City.
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Administrative and geographic data for Dumaguete City follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. Business and place listings are sourced from publicly available data. About azifind.com →