The 14 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 8 guides that rank for "best places to visit in philippines"
Named by 6 of 81. Palawan (El Nido, Coron, Puerto Princesa)Palawan, PhilippinesDescribed as the world's best island three years in a row, with El Nido's limestone islands and Coron shipwreck dives.Key features: UNESCO site, limestone cliffs and an underground river; top sites El Nido, Coron and Puerto Princesa.
Named by 6 of 82. CebuVisayas, PhilippinesCalled the most visited tourist destination in the Philippines, with Spanish-colonial sites, beaches and waterfalls.Known for hundreds of waterfalls, including Kawasan Falls, probably the most famous in the country.Best time to visit CebuBest beaches in Cebu
Named by 5 of 83. BoholVisayas, PhilippinesHome to the Chocolate Hills and tarsiers, plus beaches and diving on Panglao Island.
Balances eco-tourism and heritage with family-friendly attractions.
Named by 5 of 84. ManilaLuzon, PhilippinesMost international flights arrive here, and the region is the country's busiest.Intramuros is the oldest district, a walled city from Spanish colonial times.Best time to visit Manila
Named by 4 of 85. Banaue Rice TerracesLuzon, Cordillera, PhilippinesThe terraces are estimated to be 2000 years old and are still planted by locals.Good for trekking; a UNESCO site.
Named by 3 of 86. SiargaoMindanao, PhilippinesClear water, natural swimming pools and island hopping to Naked Island and Daku Island.Surfing at Cloud 9 and rock pools.
Named by 3 of 87. ViganLuzon, PhilippinesThe best-preserved planned Spanish colonial town in Asia.A UNESCO World Heritage city.
Named by 3 of 88. SagadaLuzon, Cordillera, PhilippinesKnown for caves and hanging coffins placed on cliffs.One itinerary pairs Banaue and the Sagada caves for 3 to 4 days.
Named by 2 of 89. BoracayVisayas, PhilippinesSuggested by a forum reply as one of the main beach stops.An itinerary reply allows 2 to 3 days.Best time to visit Boracay
Named by 2 of 810. BatanesNorthernmost islands, PhilippinesOne of the most remote areas, with only two flights a week according to a forum reply.Stone houses, rolling hills and Ivatan culture.
Named by 2 of 811. Apo IslandNegros, PhilippinesMarine sanctuary with sea turtles and over 650 species of fish.Listed for eco-tourism and snorkeling.
Named by 2 of 812. Legazpi and Mayon VolcanoBicol, Luzon, PhilippinesThe city sits in the shadow of Mount Mayon, an active volcano.
Named by 2 of 813. Mount PinatuboLuzon, PhilippinesAn active stratovolcano in the Cabusilan Mountains, whose 1991 activity changed the landscape.
14. CaramoanBicol, Luzon, PhilippinesA newer beach area featured in Survivor France.
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Travel guides most often name December to March as the best time to visit the Philippines.
Named by 6 of 81. Palawan (El Nido, Coron, Puerto Princesa)Described as the world's best island three years in a row, with El Nido's limestone islands and Coron shipwreck dives.Key features: UNESCO site, limestone cliffs and an underground river; top sites El Nido, Coron and Puerto Princesa.
Named by 6 of 82. CebuCalled the most visited tourist destination in the Philippines, with Spanish-colonial sites, beaches and waterfalls.Known for hundreds of waterfalls, including Kawasan Falls, probably the most famous in the country.Best time to visit CebuBest beaches in Cebu
Named by 5 of 83. BoholHome to the Chocolate Hills and tarsiers, plus beaches and diving on Panglao Island.
