Albay district, Philippines

Places to visit near Bascaron

Bascaron is a town in Albay district, Philippines, home to about 3,261 people. Within 50 km by road there are 71 places to visit — 9 rivers, islands & mangroves, 11 waterfalls, 15 churches and 7 beaches & coast. The must-see places are St. Gregory the Great Cathedral (7 km), Daraga Church (7 km) and Cagsawa Church (9 km).

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Bascaron at a glance

Location
Albay district, Philippines
Population
about 3,261
Coordinates
13.1029° N, 123.6999° E
Places within 50 km
71 (13 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 Bascaron

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Bascaron: 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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Things to see near Bascaron, by type

Rivers, islands & mangroves near Bascaron

36 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Bascaron. The closest is Sula Island (29 km); the best-known is Cagraray Island (36 km). Best time: september to february.

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Waterfalls near Bascaron

35 waterfalls within 100 km of Bascaron. The closest is Solong Falls (8 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Churches near Bascaron

32 churches within 100 km of Bascaron. The closest is St. Gregory the Great Cathedral (7 km). Best time: year-round.

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Beaches & coast near Bascaron

19 beaches & coast within 100 km of Bascaron. The closest is Panarayon Beach (30 km); the best-known is Bagatao Lighthouse (40 km). Best time: october to march.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Bascaron

13 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Bascaron. The closest is Ligñon Hill (9 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Forts & heritage near Bascaron

10 forts & heritage within 100 km of Bascaron. The closest is Simbahan Ng Daraga (7 km); the best-known is Cagsawa Church (9 km). Best time: october to february.

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A one-day trip from Bascaron

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 45 km on the road.

  1. Start in Bascaron
  2. 7 km St. Gregory the Great Cathedral · church, Albay
  3. 3 km Ligñon Hill · hill, Albay
  4. 13 km Mayon Volcano Natural Park · nature spot, Albay
  5. 12 km Cagsawa Church · heritage site, Albay
  6. 3 km Daraga Church · church, Albay
  7. 7 km Back to Bascaron

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    15–50 km — half-day trips

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Bascaron by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Rivers, islands & mangroves936Sula Island (29 km)
    Waterfalls1135Solong Falls (8 km)
    Churches1532St. Gregory the Great Cathedral (7 km)
    Beaches & coast719Panarayon Beach (30 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints813Ligñon Hill (9 km)
    Forts & heritage910Simbahan Ng Daraga (7 km)
    Museums27Museo de Legazpi (7 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens46Mayon Volcano Natural Park (19 km)
    Caves46Hoyop-Hoyopan Cave (6 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs26Sumlang Lake / Nature FunTraventure (11 km)
    Other attractions02Ungay Lighthouse (70 km)
    Parks02Plaza de Nueva Caceres (100 km)
    Temples01Bicol Indian Sikh Temple (100 km)

    Bascaron: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Bascaron?

    St. Gregory the Great Cathedral (church, about 7 km), Daraga Church (church, about 7 km), Cagsawa Church (heritage site, about 9 km), Ligñon Hill (hill, about 9 km), Mayon Volcano Natural Park (nature spot, about 21 km), Mount Mayon (viewpoint, about 21 km).

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

    71 places on Spotwander: 9 rivers, islands & mangroves, 11 waterfalls, 15 churches, 7 beaches & coast, 8 hill stations & viewpoints.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Bascaron?

    Sula Island, about 29 km by road; Poro Island (30 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Bascaron?

    Solong Falls, about 8 km by road; Busay Falls (9 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Bascaron?

    St. Gregory the Great Cathedral, about 7 km by road; Daraga Church (7 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Bascaron?

    Start in Bascaron, visit St. Gregory the Great Cathedral, then Ligñon Hill, then Mayon Volcano Natural Park, then Cagsawa Church, then Daraga Church, and drive back — about 45 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Bascaron?

    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 Bascaron

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