Tourist Spots in Iloilo - Philippines

There are several tourist attractions in Iloilo and you can spend many happy days going to and fro, back and forth to see them all. But if you want to see some of the very best, here are five you will not want to miss.

The Bulabog Puti-an National Park

The Bulabog Puti-an National Park is at Barangay Moroboro and it is one of the most beautiful parks in all of the province. It is filled with a lot of natural wonders and scenery, from luxuriant trees to several caves that you can venture into. If you love hiking, the park will also appeal to you, as there are several rock formations and trails that you can visit and go over.

Isla de Higantes

The name, which means Isle of the Giants, is well known and frequented by lovers of gorgeous beaches, one of them being Antonia Beach. It is also known for the beautiful white sands, and also the many strong trees around it. There are also a number of other islets around the waters, so island hopping is not just a possibility but one that you can do with ease.

Concepcion Island

Not far from the Islas de Higantes is this beautiful island, where you can see several lovely beaches as well as dive sites. The sands here are very smooth, and it is also known for its lovely sunsets. If you love swimming or diving, this is the place to go to. If you want to see some of the Philippines most beautiful coral reefs and exotic sea creatures, the waters around this island is something you should see.

Old Downtown Iloilo

For a taste of what the city was like in olden times, a trip to Old Downtown Iloilo will be in order. Located at Calle Real (now known as JM Basa St.) it is the place where you will see some of the most well known and preserved American homes and edifices. There are also some that have been dated from the Spanish era.

The Miagao Church

If you want to go on a tour of the city, a stopover at the Miagao Church will be nice. There a lot of beautiful and ancient churches in Iloilo it is true, but the one in Miagao stands out. With the figure of Saint Tomas de Villanueva and St. Christopher prominently displayed, it has a grandeur and beauty that has become known the world over. It has in fact, been included among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.