Abra is not only a province graced with exceptionally natural beauty, but offers important cultural attractions and opportunities to see its impressive traditional artisanal crafts as well.

Particularly noteworthy to the visitor are the old churches St. James the Elder Cathedral in Bangued, the Santa Catalina de Alejandria Parish Church in Tayum (or "Tayum Church") and the San Lorenzo Ruiz Shrine in Bangued. The Tayum Church was declared a National Cultural Treasure by the National Museum of the Philippines in 2001. The Gabriela Silang Gallery of Fine Arts in Tayum has a large collection of European, Oriental and Asian art comprising of paintings, ceramics, and many other objects. The viewing of the gallery is by appointment only.