Been thinking about visiting Photo Gallery and wanted to get the latest intel from those who've been recently.
Specifically interested in:
1. Current price ranges
2. Best areas to base yourself
3. Any safety concerns
4. How's the quality compared to Colombia?
Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Photo Gallery veteran spots after 10 visits
Started by BayAreaBob · 24 Mar 2026 · 631 views
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24 Mar 2026 at 07:08
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24 Mar 2026 at 14:01
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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24 Mar 2026 at 23:15
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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25 Mar 2026 at 06:25
Adding my experience from 3 weeks ago.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
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25 Mar 2026 at 12:29
Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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25 Mar 2026 at 20:06
This matches my experience. Photo Gallery is underrated.
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25 Mar 2026 at 21:04
100% agree. The atmosphere is hard to beat.
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25 Mar 2026 at 22:00
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the pandemic. Current prices are higher than what's described here.
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26 Mar 2026 at 02:08
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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26 Mar 2026 at 08:24
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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26 Mar 2026 at 11:10
How does it compare to the Philippines?
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26 Mar 2026 at 18:33
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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