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Overview

The Philippines is defined by its emerald rice fields, teeming megacities, graffiti-splashed jeepneys, smoldering volcanoes, bug-eyed tarsiers, fuzzy water buffalo and smiling, happy-go-lucky people.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

Coron Island

Coron Town

This island, only a 20-minute bangka ride from Coron town, has an imposing, mysterious skyline that wouldn’t be out of place in a King Kong film. Flying…

Mestizo District

Vigan

The Mestizo District, or Kasanglayan ('where the Chinese live'), is a grid of streets hemmed in between Plaza Burgos and Liberation Blvd and bisected by…

Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary

Bohol

In Canapnapan, a barangay of Corella, you can see saucer-eyed tarsiers in the wild at the Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary. Over 100 of these territorial…

Fort Santiago

Manila

Guarding the entrance to the Pasig River is Intramuros' premier tourist attraction: Fort Santiago. Within the fort grounds is an oasis of lovely manicured…

People praying at the Basilica Minore del Santo Nino in Cebu, Philippines.

Basilica Minore del Santo Niño

Cebu City

Cebu's holiest church houses a revered Flemish statuette of the Christ child (Santo Niño) that dates to Magellan's time. The church is no stranger to…

San Agustin Church

Manila

The San Agustin Church was the only building left intact after the destruction of Intramuros in WWII. Built between 1587 and 1606, it is the oldest church…

Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary

Cebu

Just 20 minutes from Mactan by public bangka, Olango Island is home to this important wildlife reserve. Taking in 1030 hectares of sand flats and…

Nacpan Beach

El Nido

For an easy day trip out of El Nido, head north by tricycle or motorbike to this incredible, golden-hued, 3km-long beach. Development has arrived in…

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Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Places to Visit

Whether you’re after fabulous beaches, wild mountain treks or fabulous food, you’ll find something to love in these fabulous Philippines desintations.

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Best Time to Visit

There’s never a bad time to the magical Philippines. Yet some seasons offer certain advantages. Here’s a full guide on when to visit.

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Things to Know

Before you set off to this fabulous Southeast Asian nation, consider familiarizing yourself with these pointers.

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