Negros Oriental district, Philippines

Places to visit near Apoya

Apoya is a town in Negros Oriental district, Philippines, home to about 2,127 people. Within 50 km by road there are 81 places to visit — 16 waterfalls, 16 beaches & coast, 26 churches and 9 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Balanan Lake Mountain Resort (18 km), Mount Talinis (38 km) and Balinsasayao Twin Lakes National Park (38 km).

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Apoya at a glance

Location
Negros Oriental district, Philippines
Population
about 2,127
Coordinates
9.2207° N, 122.9053° E
Places within 50 km
81 (5 must-see)
Best time to visit
July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Apoya

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Apoya: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

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Waterfalls near Apoya

46 waterfalls within 100 km of Apoya. The closest is Talostos Falls (27 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Beaches & coast near Apoya

40 beaches & coast within 100 km of Apoya. The closest is Macias Beach At San Francisco (6 km); the best-known is Bahay Kubo (16 km). Best time: october to march.

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Churches near Apoya

36 churches within 100 km of Apoya. The closest is Manalongon Chapel (3 km). Best time: year-round.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Apoya

19 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Apoya. The closest is Shark Peak (9 km); the best-known is Mount Talinis (38 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Forts & heritage near Apoya

14 forts & heritage within 100 km of Apoya. The closest is Jose Rizal Monument (17 km); the best-known is Silliman Hall (57 km). Best time: october to february.

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Wildlife, forests & gardens near Apoya

11 wildlife, forests & gardens within 100 km of Apoya. The closest is Manalongon MPA (4 km); the best-known is Balinsasayao Twin Lakes National Park (38 km). Best time: november to march for sightings.

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A one-day trip from Apoya

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 114 km on the road.

  1. Start in Apoya
  2. 17 km Sta. Catalina Boulevard · beach, Negros Oriental
  3. 1 km Bahay Kubo · beach, Negros Oriental
  4. 39 km Balinsasayao Twin Lakes National Park · national park, Negros Oriental
  5. 4 km Lake Balinsasayao · lake, Negros Oriental
  6. 15 km Mount Talinis · viewpoint, Negros Oriental
  7. 38 km Back to Apoya

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Apoya by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Waterfalls1646Talostos Falls (27 km)
    Beaches & coast1640Macias Beach At San Francisco (6 km)
    Churches2636Manalongon Chapel (3 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints919Shark Peak (9 km)
    Forts & heritage214Jose Rizal Monument (17 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens411Manalongon MPA (4 km)
    Caves09Yamashita Cave (73 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs46Lake Talaptap (16 km)
    Other attractions35Jose P. Rizal Park (17 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves05Apo Island (54 km)
    Museums05Ariniego Art Gallery (56 km)
    Parks11Evacuation Area (16 km)
    Mosques & dargahs01Bagacay Mosque (54 km)

    Apoya: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Apoya?

    Balanan Lake Mountain Resort (attraction, about 18 km), Bahay Kubo (beach, about 16 km), Sta. Catalina Boulevard (beach, about 17 km), Mount Talinis (viewpoint, about 38 km), Balinsasayao Twin Lakes National Park (national park, about 38 km), Lake Balinsasayao (lake, about 41 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Apoya?

    81 places on Spotwander: 16 waterfalls, 16 beaches & coast, 26 churches, 9 hill stations & viewpoints, 2 forts & heritage.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Apoya?

    Talostos Falls, about 27 km by road; Mantapi Falls (31 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Apoya?

    Macias Beach At San Francisco, about 6 km by road; Lacsa (10 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Apoya?

    Manalongon Chapel, about 3 km by road; San Isidro Labrador (7 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Apoya?

    Start in Apoya, visit Sta. Catalina Boulevard, then Bahay Kubo, then Balinsasayao Twin Lakes National Park, then Lake Balinsasayao, then Mount Talinis, and drive back — about 114 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Apoya?

    July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Apoya

    Sources: places from OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata and GeoNames; Apoya’s location and population from GeoNames. Data sources & credits.