Explore the Philippines, Province by Province

Cebu is a dynamic province blending metropolitan urban energy with pristine tropical coastlines. From the historic colonial heart of Cebu City to the idyllic white sand shores of Bantayan and Malapascua, and the adrenaline-pumping canyoneering in Kawasan Falls, Cebu offers every facet of Philippine travel in a single island province.

Consistently voted among the world's most beautiful islands, Palawan is an ecological treasure trove featuring UNESCO World Heritage underground rivers, crystalline coral reefs, and dramatic limestone cliffs in El Nido, Coron, and Port Barton.

Bohol charms travelers with its scenic countryside, historical Spanish-era churches, serene Loboc River cruises, and the powdery white sand beaches and reef drop-offs of Panglao Island.

Aklan is the oldest province in the Philippines, world-renowned for Boracay Island with its vibrant water sports, sunsets, and nightlife, as well as the deeply cultural Ati-Atihan festival in Kalibo.

Surigao del Norte is home to Siargao Island, where laid-back island vibes meet legendary surf breaks, natural turquoise lagoons (Sugba Lagoon), and enchanting tidal rock pools (Magpupungko).

Batanes offers a breathtaking, peaceful landscape unlike anywhere else in Southeast Asia. Characterized by Ivatan stone houses, honesty coffee shops, traditional hedgerows, and dramatic lighthouses, it is one of the most serene and crime-free provinces in the country.

Metro Manila combines rich 400-year-old Spanish colonial history in Intramuros and Binondo (the world's oldest Chinatown) with high-end cosmopolitan dining, rooftop nightlife in BGC and Makati, and premier national museums.

Iloilo is a showcase of grand heritage architecture, neoclassical ancestral homes, majestic Spanish-era churches like Miag-ao, and unforgettable culinary experiences centered around steaming bowls of La Paz Batchoy.

Famous for its warm hospitality, sprawling sugar plantations, and historical heritage landmarks like The Ruins in Talisay, Negros Occidental is a paradise for culinary adventurers and culture enthusiasts.

Nestled high in the Cordillera mountain range, Benguet and Baguio City offer a refreshing cool mountain climate, fresh strawberry picking in La Trinidad, historic mountain viewpoints, and the colorful Panagbenga Flower Festival.

Batangas is the birthplace of scuba diving in the Philippines, famous for Anilao's world-class macro underwater photography, white sand shores of Masasa Beach, and comforting bowls of Batangas Lomi.

Pampanga is celebrated worldwide for its unmatched gastronomy—the birthplace of sizzling Sisig—as well as modern international flight connectivity through Clark International Airport, luxury hotels, and golf resorts.

Albay is crowned by Mount Mayon, the world's most renowned volcano with its near-perfect symmetry. Travelers flock to Albay for ATV lava trail rides, Cagsawa ruins, and rich culinary feasts made with spicy chili and fresh coconut cream.

Siquijor is an enchanting island province where gentle turquoise waters lap against white sand beaches, Cambugahay Falls invites rope-swing leaps into emerald pools, and traditional natural healers practice age-old herbal traditions.

With more volcanoes than towns, Camiguin packs extraordinary diversity into a compact island: White Island sandbar, Katibawasan Falls, natural hot and cold springs, and the eerie sunken cemetery.

Just a 4-hour drive from Manila along modern expressways, La Union (Elyu) is a beloved coastal haven for surfers, digital nomads, and foodies seeking vibrant beachside dining and spectacular sunset bars.

Cavite combines revolutionary historical landmarks in Kawit with the crisp mountain breezes, boutique garden cafes, and panoramic volcano vistas of Tagaytay Ridge.

Rich in heritage and natural wonders, Ilocos Norte features the UNESCO-listed Paoay Church, 4x4 thrilling roller-coaster rides across the La Paz Sand Dunes, Bangui Windmills, and the serene beaches of Pagudpud.

Step back in time along Calle Crisologo in Vigan, Asia's best-preserved Spanish colonial trading town, filled with antique ancestral mansions, pottery kilns, and nighttime fountain light shows.

Davao Del Sur boasts Mount Apo (the highest peak in the Philippines), the Philippine Eagle conservation center, rich agricultural fruit orchards, and the vibrant Kadayawan cultural festival.

Famous for the mountain hamlet of Sagada, this highland province features ancient hanging coffins, coffee plantations, Echo Valley limestone ridges, and sea-of-clouds vistas at Marlboro Hills.

Dumaguete City is a charming university town with a scenic seaside boulevard, gentle marine turtles swimming off Apo Island, and twin mountain crater lakes in Balinsasayao.

Pangasinan features 124 mushroom-shaped islands scattered across the Lingayen Gulf, equipped with ziplines between islands, snorkeling reefs, and white sand coves.

Quezon province is celebrated for the colorful Pahiyas Festival in Lucban where homes are adorned with kiping leaf rice wafers, as well as the heritage town of Sariaya and coastal islands.