Masbate district, Philippines

Places to visit near Busing

Busing is a town in Masbate district, Philippines, home to about 2,062 people. Within 50 km by road there are 87 places to visit — 32 churches, 20 rivers, islands & mangroves, 24 beaches & coast and 6 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Lake Bato (58 km), Lake Baao (64 km) and Mount Bernacci (64 km).

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Busing at a glance

Location
Masbate district, Philippines
Population
about 2,062
Coordinates
13.1514° N, 122.9714° E
Places within 50 km
87
Best time to visit
September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Busing

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Churches near Busing

60 churches within 100 km of Busing. The closest is St. Paschal Baylon Parish (3 km). Best time: year-round.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Busing

29 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Busing. The closest is Busing Island (1 km). Best time: september to february.

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Beaches & coast near Busing

29 beaches & coast within 100 km of Busing. The closest is San Pascual Lighthouse (3 km). Best time: october to march.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Busing

22 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Busing. The closest is Crossing Luksohon (8 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Waterfalls near Busing

15 waterfalls within 100 km of Busing. The closest is Tigbi Falls in Banaba (51 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Forts & heritage near Busing

7 forts & heritage within 100 km of Busing. The closest is Don. Gregorio Balatan (43 km); the best-known is Jose Ma. Panganiban Monument (73 km). Best time: october to february.

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A one-day trip from Busing

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 61 km on the road.

  1. Start in Busing
  2. 1 km Busing Island · island, Masbate
  3. 16 km Sombrero Island · island, Masbate
  4. 5 km Templo Island · island, Masbate
  5. 9 km Tanguingui Island · island, Masbate
  6. 16 km Animasola Island · island, Masbate
  7. 14 km Back to Busing

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How to reach Busing

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Busing by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches3260St. Paschal Baylon Parish (3 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves2029Busing Island (1 km)
    Beaches & coast2429San Pascual Lighthouse (3 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints622Crossing Luksohon (8 km)
    Waterfalls015Tigbi Falls in Banaba (51 km)
    Forts & heritage17Don. Gregorio Balatan (43 km)
    Museums06Philtranco Transport Heritage Museum (71 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs04Lake Bato (58 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens24Mt. Pulag (37 km)
    Caves04Libmanan Caves National Park (74 km)
    Other attractions23Animasola Island (37 km)
    Parks03Rizal Park (51 km)
    Temples01Bicol Indian Sikh Temple (74 km)

    Busing: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Busing?

    Busing Island (island, about 1 km), Tanguingui Island (island, about 6 km), Templo Island (island, about 13 km), Animasola Island (island, about 14 km), Sombrero Island (island, about 17 km), Pulong Dapa Island (island, about 18 km).

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

    87 places on Spotwander: 32 churches, 20 rivers, islands & mangroves, 24 beaches & coast, 6 hill stations & viewpoints, 1 fort.

    Which is the nearest church to Busing?

    St. Paschal Baylon Parish, about 3 km by road; Our Lady of Fatima Parish (16 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Busing?

    Busing Island, about 1 km by road; Alabang Island (3 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Busing?

    San Pascual Lighthouse, about 3 km by road; ARLYN Beach (42 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Busing?

    Start in Busing, visit Busing Island, then Sombrero Island, then Templo Island, then Tanguingui Island, then Animasola Island, and drive back — about 61 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Busing?

    September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Busing

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