For your weekend plan when the weather is good, escape to the SVD Laudato Si' Farm Foundation in Tagaytay City. This peaceful agricultural sanctuary, inspired by Pope Francis' encyclical on caring for our common home, offers a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Location and Admission
The SVD Laudato Si' Farm is situated along Arnoldus Road, Barangay Maitim 2nd East, Tagaytay City, right beside the Pink Sisters Convent . Admission is completely free, though donation boxes are placed around the area for those who wish to support the farm's maintenance. Parking is also free . Operating hours are typically 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, though it's best to confirm before visiting .
For groups of 10 or more, especially during weekends or holidays, reservations are recommended at least a week in advance .
Farm Highlights and Dining
Oies Kitchen and SVD Café offer farm-to-table dining with a menu that includes delicious wood-fired oven pizzas from the Pizzateria de Pugon . Visitors can also enjoy fresh seasonal drinks like Dragon Fruit Juice and Smoothies .
The farm also features Gulayan ni San Rafael, where you can purchase fresh fruits and vegetables straight from the farm.
Prayer and Reflection Spaces
For those seeking spiritual nourishment, the farm features the Chapel of the Virgin of the Poor, a quaint, open-air wooden chapel perfect for prayer and reflection . The Ecospirituality Center also offers accommodations for retreats and recollections . The farm regularly hosts special events like the annual Parade of Animals and blessings, celebrating the feast days of patron saints of farmers .
