Northern Samar district, Philippines

Places to visit near Catarman

Catarman is a town in Northern Samar district, Philippines, home to about 47,449 people. Within 50 km by road there are 116 places to visit — 35 rivers, islands & mangroves, 37 churches, 10 waterfalls and 9 beaches & coast. The must-see places are Calbayog Cathedral (60 km), Batag Lighthouse (62 km) and Capul Island (65 km).

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Catarman, Philippines
Catarman, Northern Samar district, Philippines. Photo: Wikimedia Commons.

Catarman at a glance

Location
Northern Samar district, Philippines
Population
about 47,449
Coordinates
12.4989° N, 124.6377° E
Places within 50 km
116
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 Catarman

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Catarman: 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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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Catarman

99 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Catarman. The closest is Palihon Island (9 km). Best time: september to february.

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Churches near Catarman

42 churches within 100 km of Catarman. The closest is Our Lady of the Annunciation Cathedral (1 km); the best-known is Iglesia Ni Cristo (0 km). Best time: year-round.

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Waterfalls near Catarman

27 waterfalls within 100 km of Catarman. The closest is Pinipisakan Falls Las Navas Northern Samar (1 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Beaches & coast near Catarman

20 beaches & coast within 100 km of Catarman. The closest is Dalakit Beach (1 km). Best time: october to march.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Catarman

9 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Catarman. The closest is Brgy. Ginagdanan, San Roque N. Samar (1 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Forts & heritage near Catarman

6 forts & heritage within 100 km of Catarman. The closest is Hopia Monument (1 km). Best time: october to february.

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A one-day trip from Catarman

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

  1. Start in Catarman
  2. 1 km Pinipisakan Falls Las Navas Northern Samar · waterfall, Northern Samar
  3. 1 km Iglesia Ni Cristo · church, Northern Samar
  4. 9 km Hirapsan Island · island, Northern Samar
  5. 3 km Palihon Island · island, Northern Samar
  6. 25 km Cabaongon Island · island, Northern Samar
  7. 21 km Back to Catarman

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How to reach Catarman

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    Within 15 km of Catarman

    15–50 km — half-day trips

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Catarman by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Rivers, islands & mangroves3599Palihon Island (9 km)
    Churches3742Our Lady of the Annunciation Cathedral (1 km)
    Waterfalls1027Pinipisakan Falls Las Navas Northern Samar (1 km)
    Beaches & coast920Dalakit Beach (1 km)
    Other attractions89Sacred Heart (1 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints59Brgy. Ginagdanan, San Roque N. Samar (1 km)
    Forts & heritage46Hopia Monument (1 km)
    Caves04Grand Canyon Laoang Northern Samar (52 km)
    Parks33Plaza (1 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs13Macagtas Dam (4 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens23Biri-LaRoSa Protected Landscape and Seascapes (34 km)
    Mosques & dargahs11Diocesan Shrine Of Nuestro Padre Jesus Nazareno (3 km)
    Buddhist sites11Monastery Of St Claire, Alisyao, Makiwalo, Mondragon Northern Samar (8 km)
    Museums01Franciscan Missionaries of Sacred Heart (60 km)

    Catarman: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Catarman?

    Iglesia Ni Cristo (church, about 1 km), Pinipisakan Falls Las Navas Northern Samar (waterfall, about 1 km), Palihon Island (island, about 9 km), Hirapsan Island (island, about 10 km), Cabaongon Island (island, about 21 km), Small Cabaun Island (island, about 21 km).

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

    116 places on Spotwander: 35 rivers, islands & mangroves, 37 churches, 10 waterfalls, 9 beaches & coast, 8 other attractions.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Catarman?

    Palihon Island, about 9 km by road; Hirapsan Island (10 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Catarman?

    Our Lady of the Annunciation Cathedral, about 1 km by road; Lighthouse Baptist Church (0 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Catarman?

    Pinipisakan Falls Las Navas Northern Samar, about 1 km by road; Busay Falls (30 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Catarman?

    Start in Catarman, visit Pinipisakan Falls Las Navas Northern Samar, then Iglesia Ni Cristo, then Hirapsan Island, then Palihon Island, then Cabaongon Island, and drive back — about 60 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Catarman?

    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 Catarman

    Sources: places from OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata and GeoNames; Catarman’s location and population from GeoNames; see also Catarman on Wikipedia. Data sources & credits.