Here’s 20 Best Places to Visit in the Philippines. Explore, discover and learn “It’s more fun in the Philippines.”
The Philippines is located at the very eastern edge of Asia. It boasts of 7,107 islands rich in natural resources, beautiful sceneries and hospitable locals. It’s more fun in the Philippines, the Philippine Tourism advertisement goes. So if you’re looking for the best place to take a vacation, then the Philippines should be one of your dream destinations. LOU LAPSO prepared a list of 20 best places you shouldn’t miss when visiting this beautiful country.
Rizal Park, Manila if you love to stay in the Metro, then Rizal Park is one place you shouldn’t miss. Home of the monument of the national hero Jose Rizal. It is adjacent to the old walled city of Manila, Intramuros. A lot of the scenic spots in this park depict history.
Banaue Rice Terraces , Ifugao Province UNESCO World Heritage is an amazing 2,000 year old rice terraces. Hiking into the terraces and waterfalls are popular activities among visitors to the region.
Hundred Islands, Lingayen Gulf Alaminos City 123 gorgeous islands. Perfect destination for every sea and sand lover. Best for island hopping and snorkeling.
Vigan, Ilocos Norte captivates visitors with its old-world charm from this Historical city nominated in the New 7 Wonders Cities. You shouldn’t also miss the Baluarte, which is an interactive wildlife sanctuary.
Batanes Group of Island found on the northern tip of the Philippines archipelago, known for its scenic waters, terrain and clean environment. Best for swimming, snorkeling, diving, lighthouse visits, biking, and visits to century-old Ivatan houses.
Subic Bay a former naval base now famed for its numerous coral reefs and WWII shipwrecks which make scuba diving a must. Families and animal lovers may also want to visit Subic’s ocean park, or take a one-of-a-kind tiger safari in Zoobic.
Taal Lake, Batangas “A Lake within a Volcano within a Lake within an Island” Take a boat ride across the lake or trek riding on horseback and climb up the volcano to get a much closer view of its crater.
Corregidor Island, Cavite be enthralled with the island replete with remnants of World War II. Must-Sees: Malinta Tunnel, Pacific War Memorial, Filipino Heroes Memorial, Japanese Garden of Peace, Corregidor Lighthouse.
El Nido, Palawan Discover the amazing rock formations towering marble cliffs, enchanting lagoons, white sandy beaches and lush jungle that have given inspiration to Alex Garland’s novel “The Beach” which has been made into a major motion picture starring Leonardo Di Caprio.
Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro has acquired a reputation for its exciting nightlife and pretty beaches. Must-Sees: White Beach, Sabang Beach, Blue Ribbon Dive Resort, Tamarraw Falls, Mangyan Village, Alag Riverbank, Muelle Bay, Reptile Zoo
Puerto Princesa Underground River located at Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro…
Tubbataha Reef, Sulu UNESCO declared the Tubbataha Reefs National Park as a World Heritage Site as a unique example of an atoll reef with a very high density of marine species. Best for snorkeling and diving to see the colorful marine life.
Puerto Princesa, Palawan main attraction is the Subterranean River National Park which was recently named as one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature. The activities you should try in Puerto Princesa include dolphin-watching, island-hopping, scuba diving, and snorkeling.
Mayon Volcano, Albay known across the globe for its perfectly symmetrical cone shape. Enjoy a number of activities here such as camping, climbing, hiking, bird watching and photography. Must-Sees: Albay Park and Waterlife, Liberty Bell, Japanese Tunnel, Legazpi City Museum, Bicol Heritage Park
Boracay, Aklan is probably the most popular beach in the Philippines and one of the top beaches in the world. It’s a party island with 12 white sand beaches. Indulge with various aquatic sports such as wind surfing, jet skiing and board sailing.
Malapascua Island, Cebu is popular for its ideal diving spots and for being the only place in the world to see thresher sharks on a regular basis as well as manta rays and hammerheads. The other hidden gems here are the beautiful, sandy white beaches, and crystal clear waters.
Cambugahay Falls, Siquijor it’s both feared and revered by locals. It’s the place to go, if you’re ill and looking for a boroboro, or witch doctor. Must-Sees: Cambugahay Falls, Bandilaan National Park, San Isidro Labrador Convent
Chocolate Hills, Bohol surreal Chocolate Hills over 1,500 mounds formed by coral deposits sculpted by a millennia of erosion. The island’s famous resident is the camera-shy tarsier, the world’s smallest monkey.
Camiguin Island, Northern Mindanao this tiny island of 29,187 hectares was called “born of fire” because it has 7 volcanoes. It offers good diving through an eerie sunken cemetery, waterfalls, a lagoon, and hot and cold springs.
Lake Sebu, Sultan Kudarat it as one of the country’s most important watersheds and one of the prime eco-tourism destinations in Mindanao. It’s famous for its 2 km Zipline, Longest in the Philippines.
Siargao, Surigao del Norte one of the Philippines’ surf centres with its exquisite beaches, lush islets, and large rolling waves. The small beachside town hosts a number of international surfing competitions, which make it so busy during surf season.
