Picnic Grove
Picnic Grove
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- D.W. BauerLino Lakes, Minnesota39 contributionsGreat place to enjoy breezes, take photos, and enjoy the viewsThis is a nice wooded park on the ridge with several vista's, picnic tables, and shops. The shops tended to be similar and contained the usual souvenir/ tourist items - bottled water, magnets, shirts, key chains. We entered on a trike and our driver was helpful telling us where to pay the entrance fee (50 php each). Otherwise, we would have been confused. We came for the ferris wheel, and that another 150 php each. The ferris wheel was slow moving and tall, giving good views throughout the ride. However, it was squeaky, the windows worn, and the ride a little stuffy. Worth the price, but not something I would do again. Zip lines and horse riding were other pay attractions. We mostly enjoyed the views and vista's. The vendors selling seeds were polite. The horseriding sales were a little more pushy and usually needed two "no's" before they left. Overall, it was a nice place to wander around, enjoy the views and breezes for an hour. Family picnics were very popular too.Visited May 2022Traveled as a coupleWritten May 1, 2022
- MarkLegazpi, Philippines28 contributionsWonderful locale with a breathtaking view of Lake TaalWe arrived at 3:00PM. It was nice, cold, and extremely windy day at Tagaytay! The entrance fee was 30 pesos (Around 0.80 Australian Dollars) There was a map by the entrance. Which was definitely useful for us. There were many large tables scattered around the area which could seat around 6 to 8 people. Which is enough for a large group of friends or a family to go eat. For bathrooms. There was enough around the area. But take note that they do require a fee of 10 pesos before you can use. There were many attractions. There was horseback riding, which I did try myself. A fish spa, a zipline. And many more which we sadly didn't have time to visit. However, the best area to visit here is the view deck which gave an IMMACULATE view of Taal Lake and Taal Volcano which was already worth the price of admission! Overall, a nice place for anyone who wants to have a picnic or get a good view of the nearby lakeVisited December 2021Traveled with familyWritten December 29, 2021
- HeidyLuzon, Philippines1 contributionMy experienceFirst time ko makapunta dito and actually pumunta kami around 9am. Wala kami masyado nagawa since walang activities due to covid restrictions as in walang horse back riding zipline and such. And I don’t know we’re unlucky kasi hindi din nagpakita si taal that time. We even had lunch first and pagbalik namin wala padin talaga. Madaming construction ongoing. I think they are preparing to serve us better once the pandemic is over. Hmmm. You can check out my video posted in YT (Heidy Tolete)Visited April 2021Traveled as a coupleWritten June 8, 2021
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Zandra Grace H
Quezon City, Philippines6 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Honestly I hate to use the word ugly but yes, this place is...dirty and seems like whoever's managing it is NOT doing its job well. Do not waste your time here and even your money. Entrance fee is 50 per head plus 35 for parking. As soon as we got inside I didn't even want to step out of the car but didn't have a choice. Place is dirty! I can't imagine how people can eat considering the tables amd surrounding is an absolute mess. The toilet is closed and from the looks of it, it looks awfully icky to the highest high. Take my word, it's not worth visiting the place for whatever reason.
Written January 6, 2020
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Czar Emmanuel
Manila, Philippines6,235 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
This is one of the best places to go to if you want a nice view of Taal Volcano and lake. Entrance fee is Php 35 for parking, plus Php 50 per head. There are lots of shops where you can buy souvenirs, and cottages for rent if you're on a picnic. Otherwise you can simply dine at some of the eateries in the area. There's also a Ferris wheel and zipline. The viewing deck gives you a great view of Taal Volcano and lake. There's also an area for horseback riding. All in all, Picnic Grove is a nice place to visit. However, their toilets and payment area need a lot of upkeeping.
Written May 24, 2022
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curlew
Gravesend, UK409 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
My impression is that the place is not quite what it used to be and a number of areas were being renovated. There is an entrance fee plus parking fee plus attraction fees. Its good for a small walk..picnics and has good views of Taal.
Written January 31, 2023
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corz
Bucharest, Romania22 contributions
Feb 2023 • Family
very nice place since i love nature. its a bit cloudy so we didn't see taal volcano clearly. my dad keep on reminiscing his days in tagaytay since he visited and work in the place during his younger age. for me a first timer enjoyed shopping and horse back riding. kinda disappointed that the area for horse riding is very little and i pity the horse for she had to carry 2 persons.
Written March 8, 2023
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Tin Villan
Mandaluyong, Philippines5 contributions
Oct 2021
50% capacity ng tao. So if ever na-reah na nila ang capacity, nagsasara na sila ng gate. You need to wait at least 2-4 hrs para makapasok ka. Kasi mostly sa mga pumapasok ng umaga, hapon na lumalabas. Kids are allowed. Parking fee of P30.
Written November 8, 2021
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Marty W
4 contributions
Jul 2022
We decided to go there while we were waiting to check in to our hotel. It was a nice park with horseback riding and zipline (not operating the day we were there). Please note that if you are a big American man, they do not have horses that you can ride. The horses are smaller size but good for kids, and smaller adults. You can also take your own food and have a picnic.
Written July 20, 2022
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Rhobileen T
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Okay lang po ba ang walk in?? Magkano po ang entrance at cottage? Room? Salamat po sa sasagot.. God Bless: -)
Written December 2, 2014
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DavePHMNL
Manila, Philippines50 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
This place is so amazing and at the same time so relaxing. You get to ride horses and other rides. We bought lots of souvenirs from stores inside the attraction. This place is a heaven and a perfect view of the famous Taal Lake
Written November 28, 2018
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tpeiping
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia57 contributions
Sep 2014 • Couples
I presume this place must have had it's more glorious days... But today, it is badly maintained- old pavements, unattended fields, picnic chairs are old and dirty... Basically the place looks old and dull.
It's a waste because it's view isn't bad and the natural air and greens was good.
We walked in the place and was swarmed by harassing vendors selling pony rides and trips to the Taal. We passed the zipline, which looks old. And walked to the picnic booth, where we sat facing the partial Taal view, together with some stray cats and ants. We tried to relax but couldn't sit more than 15mins.
It's a waste because it's view isn't bad and the natural air and greens was good.
We walked in the place and was swarmed by harassing vendors selling pony rides and trips to the Taal. We passed the zipline, which looks old. And walked to the picnic booth, where we sat facing the partial Taal view, together with some stray cats and ants. We tried to relax but couldn't sit more than 15mins.
Written December 20, 2014
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rui_the_great
Manila, Philippines67 contributions
Nov 2012 • Couples
The easiest way to go to Tagaytay is via FX for Php180 from Starmall, Shaw Blvd. Just ask the driver to drop you off in Rotonda, there's a lot of tricycles and jeepneys there. Starmall is In front of SM Megamall. It would just take about 1 1/2 - 2 hours. You can also ride a bus (San Agustin bus) for a cheaper price of Php 104 from Cubao but it would take you at about 3 hours travel time.
Picnic Grove in Tagaytay is ideal for family, couples and friends or even solo travelers who just want to unwind and breathe in fresh air away from city's pollution. It is a themed park and you can do a lot of activities in a day. You can try horse back riding for only Php 200/hour, Fish Spa Php199/30mins, Zipline and cable car for Php200 each/one way, Php300/two way and an additional of Php100 if it is a holiday and with free souvenir photo. You can also visit the jungle adventure in which you can take pictures with a crocodile or snake for Php150 and see the butterfly garden for Php 50. Also, you can do kite flying, you'll just need to purchase a kite. Lastly, it would not be complete if you will not try their specialty Bulalo, there's a lot of restaurants that offers it, inside the park is the Alamat Restaurant but we try at Koorah-Koorah restaurant located outside and in front of the park, well, the food is ok, taste good, serving is big but the service is too slow... Not advisable if you are starving to death. ^^,
There's a lot of souvenir shops inside the park, prices are fixed especially t-shirt but you can buy it cheaper outside the park. ;)
Picnic Grove in Tagaytay is ideal for family, couples and friends or even solo travelers who just want to unwind and breathe in fresh air away from city's pollution. It is a themed park and you can do a lot of activities in a day. You can try horse back riding for only Php 200/hour, Fish Spa Php199/30mins, Zipline and cable car for Php200 each/one way, Php300/two way and an additional of Php100 if it is a holiday and with free souvenir photo. You can also visit the jungle adventure in which you can take pictures with a crocodile or snake for Php150 and see the butterfly garden for Php 50. Also, you can do kite flying, you'll just need to purchase a kite. Lastly, it would not be complete if you will not try their specialty Bulalo, there's a lot of restaurants that offers it, inside the park is the Alamat Restaurant but we try at Koorah-Koorah restaurant located outside and in front of the park, well, the food is ok, taste good, serving is big but the service is too slow... Not advisable if you are starving to death. ^^,
There's a lot of souvenir shops inside the park, prices are fixed especially t-shirt but you can buy it cheaper outside the park. ;)
Written December 3, 2012
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Is there a place inside the picnic grove where you can leave you things? (For a commuter) While you are walking around the picnic grove?
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