Iloilo City
Region VI · Iloilo
Iloilo City on Panay Island is one of the Philippines' most underrated urban destinations -- a city of grand heritage houses, some of the country's best Spanish-colonial churches (Miag-ao is a UNESCO Heritage Site), a thriving restaurant scene and the gateway to Guimaras' mango farms. Fly from Manila in 1 hour.
Getting there
Fly MNL-LGP (Legazpi) or overnight bus/train from Manila.
Best time to visit
March to May — whale shark season; November to April for hiking.
Things to do
Mayon Volcano view, Caramoan island hopping, whale shark watching in Donsol, spicy Bicol food.
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