Quezon district, Philippines

Places to visit near Castañas

Castañas is a town in Quezon district, Philippines, home to about 9,040 people. Within 50 km by road there are 92 places to visit — 19 churches, 15 forts & heritage, 8 beaches & coast and 6 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Saint Ferdinand Cathedral (12 km), Arguelles Ancestral House (13 km) and Saint Francis of Assisi Parish Church (13 km).

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Castañas at a glance

Location
Quezon district, Philippines
Population
about 9,040
Coordinates
13.8744° N, 121.5533° E
Places within 50 km
92 (29 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to February for forts & heritage; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Castañas

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Castañas: 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 Castañas

51 churches within 100 km of Castañas. The closest is Iglesia Ni Cristo (11 km); the best-known is Saint Ferdinand Cathedral (12 km). Best time: year-round.

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Forts & heritage near Castañas

18 forts & heritage within 100 km of Castañas. The closest is Manuel L. Quezon (11 km). Best time: october to february.

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Beaches & coast near Castañas

16 beaches & coast within 100 km of Castañas. The closest is Pueblo Por la Playa (21 km); the best-known is Tayabas Bay (23 km). Best time: october to march.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Castañas

15 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Castañas. The closest is Mount Mayabobo (19 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Waterfalls near Castañas

13 waterfalls within 100 km of Castañas. The closest is Dahoyhoy Falls (12 km); the best-known is Mamala Falls (28 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Lakes, dams & reservoirs near Castañas

13 lakes, dams & reservoirs within 100 km of Castañas. The closest is Our Lady of Sorrows (28 km); the best-known is Tikob Lake (36 km). Best time: august to december when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

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A one-day trip from Castañas

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 67 km on the road.

  1. Start in Castañas
  2. 12 km Saint Ferdinand Cathedral · church, 2nd District
  3. 13 km Tayabas Basilica · church, Quezon
  4. 1 km Minor Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel · church, Quezon
  5. 12 km Saint Francis of Assisi Parish Church · church, Quezon
  6. 10 km Mount Mayabobo · viewpoint, Quezon
  7. 19 km Back to Castañas

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Castañas by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches1951Iglesia Ni Cristo (11 km)
    Forts & heritage1518Manuel L. Quezon (11 km)
    Beaches & coast816Pueblo Por la Playa (21 km)
    Other attractions815Del Prado Resort (10 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints615Mount Mayabobo (19 km)
    Waterfalls813Dahoyhoy Falls (12 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs813Our Lady of Sorrows (28 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves710Patayan Island (24 km)
    Museums58Governor's Mansion (11 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens33Mangrove (25 km)
    Caves33Kwebang Lampas (27 km)
    Parks13Hermano Pule Shrine (38 km)
    Treks11Mt. Cristobal Traverse (33 km)

    Castañas: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Castañas?

    Saint Ferdinand Cathedral (church, about 12 km), Arguelles Ancestral House (attraction, about 13 km), Saint Francis of Assisi Parish Church (church, about 13 km), Mount Mayabobo (viewpoint, about 19 km), Old Malagonlong Bridge (attraction, about 21 km), Minor Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel (church, about 22 km).

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

    92 places on Spotwander: 19 churches, 15 forts & heritage, 8 beaches & coast, 8 other attractions, 6 hill stations & viewpoints.

    Which is the nearest church to Castañas?

    Iglesia Ni Cristo, about 11 km by road; Saint Ferdinand Cathedral (12 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest fort to Castañas?

    Manuel L. Quezon, about 11 km by road; Lucena (12 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Castañas?

    Pueblo Por la Playa, about 21 km by road; Tayabas Bay (23 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Castañas?

    Start in Castañas, visit Saint Ferdinand Cathedral, then Tayabas Basilica, then Minor Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel, then Saint Francis of Assisi Parish Church, then Mount Mayabobo, and drive back — about 67 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Castañas?

    October to February for forts & heritage; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Castañas

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