Albay district, Philippines

Places to visit near Apud

Apud is a town in Albay district, Philippines, home to about 2,071 people. Within 50 km by road there are 85 places to visit — 36 churches, 8 rivers, islands & mangroves, 4 waterfalls and 15 beaches & coast. The must-see places are Lake Bato (28 km), Lake Baao (45 km) and Masaraga (48 km).

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Apud at a glance

Location
Albay district, Philippines
Population
about 2,071
Coordinates
13.1393° N, 123.2916° E
Places within 50 km
85 (5 must-see)
Best time to visit
September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Apud

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Apud: 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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Churches near Apud

64 churches within 100 km of Apud. The closest is St. Raphael the Archangel Parish (9 km); the best-known is Iglesia Ni Cristo (25 km). Best time: year-round.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Apud

44 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Apud. The closest is Bagadamolag Islet (12 km); the best-known is Dampalif Island (29 km). Best time: september to february.

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Waterfalls near Apud

28 waterfalls within 100 km of Apud. The closest is Nata Falls (40 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Beaches & coast near Apud

25 beaches & coast within 100 km of Apud. The closest is Sasutona (2 km); the best-known is Punta Estrella Beach (11 km). Best time: october to march.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Apud

17 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Apud. The closest is Burias Pass (8 km); the best-known is Masaraga (48 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

  • Masaraga · viewpoint · Albay · ~48 km · Must-see
  • Iriga · viewpoint · Camarines Sur · ~49 km · Must-see
  • Mount Asog · viewpoint · Camarines Sur · ~49 km · Must-see
  • Burias Pass · viewpoint · Albay · ~8 km
  • Mount Pantao · viewpoint · Albay · ~9 km
  • Mount Mayon · viewpoint · Albay · ~56 km · Must-see

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Forts & heritage near Apud

15 forts & heritage within 100 km of Apud. The closest is San Juan, Bato, Public, Cemetery (26 km); the best-known is Cagsawa Church (56 km). Best time: october to february.

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A one-day trip from Apud

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 136 km on the road.

  1. Start in Apud
  2. 11 km Punta Estrella Beach · beach, Albay
  3. 16 km Sabang · beach, Albay
  4. 41 km Lake Bato · lake, Camarines Sur
  5. 19 km Lake Baao · lake, Camarines Sur
  6. 24 km Iglesia Ni Cristo · church, Camarines Sur
  7. 25 km Back to Apud

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    Within 15 km of Apud

    15–50 km — half-day trips

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Apud by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches3664St. Raphael the Archangel Parish (9 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves844Bagadamolag Islet (12 km)
    Waterfalls428Nata Falls (40 km)
    Beaches & coast1525Sasutona (2 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints717Burias Pass (8 km)
    Forts & heritage515San Juan, Bato, Public, Cemetery (26 km)
    Museums17Philtranco Transport Heritage Museum (43 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs25Lake Bato (28 km)
    Caves25Milaos Cave (37 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens15Kawa Kawa Hill Natural Park (37 km)
    Other attractions45Casa Mamita Libon Albay (14 km)
    Parks02Plaza de Nueva Caceres (69 km)
    Temples01Bicol Indian Sikh Temple (70 km)

    Apud: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Apud?

    Lake Bato (lake, about 28 km), Punta Estrella Beach (beach, about 11 km), Sabang (beach, about 20 km), Lake Baao (lake, about 45 km), Iglesia Ni Cristo (church, about 25 km), San Isidro Labrador (beach, about 26 km).

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

    85 places on Spotwander: 36 churches, 8 rivers, islands & mangroves, 4 waterfalls, 15 beaches & coast, 7 hill stations & viewpoints.

    Which is the nearest church to Apud?

    St. Raphael the Archangel Parish, about 9 km by road; Victory Baptist Church (12 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Apud?

    Bagadamolag Islet, about 12 km by road; Solitario Island (20 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Apud?

    Nata Falls, about 40 km by road; Sigpit Falls, Jovellar (43 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Apud?

    Start in Apud, visit Punta Estrella Beach, then Sabang, then Lake Bato, then Lake Baao, then Iglesia Ni Cristo, and drive back — about 136 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Apud?

    September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Apud

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