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Bacolod City is a highly urbanized city in Negros Occidental, Western Visayas, made up of 61 barangays with a 2020 census population of 624,787. It is registered under PSGC code 1830200000 and uses ZIP code 6100. This directory documents 0 attractions, 39 restaurants, 3 places to stay, and 72 verified businesses in Bacolod City.
About Bacolod City
Bacolod City is a highly urbanized city in the province of Negros Occidental, Western Visayas, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The highly urbanized city is home to 61 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 624,787 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 1830200000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6100.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 39 restaurants, 3 accommodations, 1 festivals, 4 local dishes, and other places throughout Bacolod City.
azifind also lists 72 verified businesses based in Bacolod City, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Bacolod City.
Highly urbanized city
Classification
Negros Occidental
Province
Western Visayas
Region
624,787
Population
61
Barangays
6100
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Bacolod City is located in Negros Occidental within the Western Visayas of the Philippines. The highly urbanized city includes 61 barangays.
As an urbanized area, Bacolod City is organized around commercial districts, residential barangays, and local service centers connecting it with nearby cities in Western Visayas.
Bacolod City sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Negros Occidental, including Bago City, Cadiz City, Calatrava, Candoni.
Things to Do in Bacolod City
10 activities recorded in Bacolod City.
Festivals and Events in Bacolod City
1 recorded festivals and events in Bacolod City.
Cultural
October
MassKara Festival
The world-famous "Festival of Smiles"; created in the 1980s to uplift spirits after a sugar crisis, featuring dancers wearing iconic smiling masks.
Local Food in Bacolod City
Culinary specialties documented in Bacolod City and Negros Occidental.
Chicken Inasal
The undisputed king of Negros; chicken marinated in a secret blend of calamansi, ginger, lemongrass, and soy, basted with annatto oil, and grilled over white-hot coals.
Kansi
A sour, savory beef bone marrow soup that uses batwan as its primary souring agent; it is the Negros version of bulalo, but much more vibrant and tangy.
Napoleones
A delicate puff pastry layered with rich custard cream and topped with a sugar glaze; it is the ultimate "aristocratic" pastry of the province.
Cansi Steak
A modern adaptation of the traditional Kansi, where the beef bone marrow is roasted or pan-seared to emphasize the richness of the fat.
Restaurants in Bacolod City
39 places to eat are listed across Bacolod City, from casual local eateries to full-service dining, complementing the 4 documented local dishes above. Use the listings to find restaurants by type and price range before you visit Negros Occidental.
Palawud
PW2X+CPR, San Juan St, San Patricio, Banago, Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental
Lola Grill & Restaurant
Block 1, Lot 2, Carmenville Subdivision, Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental
Calle Catorce Bacolod
52,Corner 14th Lacson St, Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental
Quedan
Paseo Verde, MXX6+2VH, Lacson St, Bacolod, Negros Occidental
Vikings Luxury Buffet, SM City Bacolod
Ground Floor, SM City, Rizal St, Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental
Bacolod 18th St.Palapala Seafood Grill & Restaurant
Aguinaldo St., Cor 18th St., Brgy. 4, Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental
Sucr├® by Liz and Mom
The Upper East House Megaworld, Corner Lexington, Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental
Paseo Verde
MXX6+2VG, Lacson St, Bacolod, Negros Occidental
Portiko Caf├® ÔÇó Lounge
23rd Lacson St, Barangay 1, Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental
Where to Stay in Bacolod City
3 hotels, resorts, inns, and guesthouses are documented in Bacolod City. Compare accommodation types and price ranges to plan an overnight stay in Negros Occidental.
Barangays in Bacolod City
Bacolod City is divided into 61 barangays under PSGC code 1830200000.
Alangilan
1830200001
Alijis
1830200002
Banago
1830200003
Barangay 1
1830200004
Barangay 10
1830200005
Barangay 11
1830200006
Barangay 12
1830200007
Barangay 13
1830200008
Barangay 14
1830200009
Barangay 15
1830200010
Barangay 16
1830200011
Barangay 17
1830200012
Barangay 18
1830200013
Barangay 19
1830200014
Barangay 2
1830200015
Barangay 20
1830200016
Barangay 21
1830200017
Barangay 22
1830200018
Barangay 23
1830200019
Barangay 24
1830200020
Barangay 25
1830200021
Barangay 26
1830200022
Barangay 27
1830200023
Barangay 28
1830200024
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Travel Tips for Bacolod 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 Bacolod City.
Getting Around
Consider traffic conditions when moving between districts and nearby cities.
Where to Eat
39 restaurants and food spots are listed, alongside 4 documented local dishes.
Where to Stay
3 accommodations are available, from hotels to guesthouses.
Bacolod City in the Philippine Administrative System
Bacolod City is classified as a highly urbanized city under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 1830200000. 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), Bacolod 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 61 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Bacolod City is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Negros Occidental in Western Visayas.
People Also Ask About Bacolod City
What is Bacolod City known for?
Bacolod City is a highly urbanized city in Negros Occidental, Western Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 1 festivals, 4 local dishes, and 72 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Bacolod City located?
Bacolod City is located in Negros Occidental, Western Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 1830200000.
How many barangays does Bacolod City have?
Bacolod City has 61 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Bacolod City known for?
Documented local dishes include Chicken Inasal, Kansi, Napoleones.
What is the population of Bacolod City?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Bacolod City has a recorded population of 624,787.
What is the ZIP code of Bacolod City?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Bacolod City is 6100.
What cities or municipalities are near Bacolod City?
Nearby localities in Negros Occidental include Bago City, Cadiz City, Calatrava, Candoni.
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Administrative and geographic data for Bacolod 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 →