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Places To Visit In Puerto Princesa

Honda Bay

Honda Bay is located on the eastern shore of Puerto Princesa city and is an area for the commercial fishery. A 25-minute drive from the centre of Puerto Princesa City on the east leads to Honda Bay, a popular area for the locals to hang out in the evening. The Bay area is rich in many species of starfishes that are found in large numbers close to the coast.

Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center

Formerly famous as Crocodile conservation centre, many species of endangered animals including ostriches, are protected here. Palawan Wildlife Rescue center is home to many species of newly hatched and full-grown crocodiles including a few rare and endangered species. It is located to the south of Puerto Princesa City and takes about 30 minutes to reach. Cabs or tuk-tuks are available to the centre. During a 30 minute tour in the centre, you'll be introduced to the lifecycle of crocodiles and its species, and you can see some antique collection in the museum. You can even interact with baby crocodiles at the end of the tour. Read More

Puerto Princesa's underground river is one of the seven modern wonders of the world and is the most popular attraction of the city. Discovered in the '90s, the underground river is a protected UNESCO heritage site and the pride of the Philippines. This 8 km long underground river is the longest navigable underground river in the world, with over 4km accessible to humans. It is located in Sabang area, an hour's drive from Puerto Princesa. A permit is needed to take this 45min tour, where you can see the formation of Stalagmites and Stalactites. Foreign tourists are required to show their passport for ID verification for obtaining the permit. Read More

Jesuit House of 1730 or The Museo De Parian is an ancient heritage house located in Parian district of Cebu city in the Philippines. Once serving as the centre of the Christian religious community, it is now converted into a museum showcasing the history of Jesuits through memorabilia. One of the oldest structures in Cebu, Museo De Parian has an extensive collection of artefacts, books, documents, photographs, antique wooden furniture, paintings and Jesuit souvenirs. The house was built in the 1730s by the Spanish during their colonization and was home to prominent members of the church and Jesuit priests. Read More

Baker's Hill

Baker's Hill is a theme park located on the hills outside the city of Puerto Princesa in the Philippines. The park has a restaurant, cafe, a botanical garden, leisure park, orchards and a play area for kids. The park is quite colourful with many big colourful sculptures. It was initially a small bakery specializing in local bakery dishes like haupia. Over the years, more sections were added, turning into a lovely theme park based on baking. It is one of the famous places for locals that drive to the hills. Baker's Hill has also become popular among tourists recently, who stop by as a part of the city tour. Apart from various kinds of Haupias, Yema Cakes and Spanish Bread are delicious. You can also try pizzas, desserts and sandwiches in the cafe. Read More

Crown Regency is a hotel located in Cebu city in the Philippines. Sky Experience is a lovely adventure park. The huge area spread across three floors in this hotel from the 35th to the 38th floor includes many adventurous water activities. The most popular activity is the Edge Coaster, which is a two-seater coaster that slowly revolves around the edge of the 38th floor. The users can control the angle and get to witness beautiful panoramic views of the city. The skywalk is another adventurous experience which involves a 15-minute walk on the glass floor around the edge of the hotel. Tower Zip, Vertex, The Cliff Hanger and Paramount Climbing Wall are other unique activities available for visitors to try. Read More

Dos Palmas Resort is a luxurious resort located on Dos Palmas island in the city of Puerto Princesa in the Philippines. It is situated next to the Dos Palmas Eco Zone (DPEZ) and is a conservation centre for marine life. The resort promotes responsible tourism and all its facilities are eco-friendly. They have beach villas and executive villas overlooking the sea. Guests can take a trip to the centre to kayak, snorkel or a boat trip to witness over 300 species of fish, coral reefs, and over 100 varieties of bird species. Read More

Immaculate Conception Cathedral

Immaculate Conception Cathedral is a historic church located in the city of Puerto Princesa in Palawan, Philippines. The Cathedral is an essential place of worship for the locals who attend masses regularly. It was built by the Spanish rulers in 1865 to celebrate an expedition in the sea. It is beside Plaza Cuartel, another historical monument in the city centre close to the bay.

Island Nature tour is one of the famous activities for tourists visiting Boracay city in the Philippines. It is a tour to a wildlife centre.The guided tours start with a boat trip to the island, followed by a small hike through the jungle to reach the wildlife reserve. You can sign-up for a tour to spot tropical fauna and wildlife including different types of monkeys, birds, deers and also bears. There is another hike to the top of a hill, which is the highest point of the island, from where you can get gorgeous views of the surrounding islands and the ocean. After this, around sunset, you will arrive at Puka Shell Beach to watch the colours of sunset. This tour starts from PHP 4000 per person, and includes snacks and water. There are other tours that you can customize according to your preferences. Read More

Iwahig Firefly Watching & Mangrove Forest

The Iwahig river is located close to the city of Puerto Princesa in the Philippines. The areas along the river are home to dense mangrove forests that can be visited on a boat. Travelers can also watch hundreds of fireflies amidst these forests after the sunset. There are paddle boat night cruises and short boat trips on Iwahig river for Firefly Watching & touring the Mangrove Forest. The tours range from PHP 1700 per person and take between 2 to 3 hours, depending on the trip type. Read More