Casa Real de Iloilo is the restored old provincial capitol, a dignified civic building from the period when Iloilo was one of the Philippines' richest and most outward-looking cities. Its columns, halls and careful restoration make it a useful architectural bridge between Spanish-era Iloilo and the American colonial city.
The building now hosts government and cultural functions, so access can vary. Even from outside, it is worth including on a heritage walk with Calle Real, the riverfront and the city's old churches.