Leyte district, Philippines

Places to visit near Leyte

Leyte is a town in Leyte district, Philippines, home to about 7,223 people. Within 50 km by road there are 71 places to visit — 11 rivers, islands & mangroves, 14 beaches & coast, 18 waterfalls and 15 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Vulcan (Biliran) (24 km), Malapascua (50 km) and Lake Danao Natural Park (50 km).

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Leyte, Philippines
Leyte, Leyte district, Philippines. Photo: Wikimedia Commons.

Leyte at a glance

Location
Leyte district, Philippines
Population
about 7,223
Coordinates
11.3669° N, 124.4824° E
Places within 50 km
71 (3 must-see)
Best time to visit
September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast

Top places to visit near Leyte

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

75 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Leyte. The closest is Poro Island (13 km). Best time: september to february.

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Beaches & coast near Leyte

43 beaches & coast within 100 km of Leyte. The closest is Escoton Beach (14 km). Best time: october to march.

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Waterfalls near Leyte

31 waterfalls within 100 km of Leyte. The closest is Kasabangan Falls (18 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Leyte

24 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Leyte. The closest is Mount Canjamampaay (5 km); the best-known is Vulcan (Biliran) (24 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Churches near Leyte

24 churches within 100 km of Leyte. The closest is Holy Name of Jesus Parish (24 km). Best time: year-round.

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Caves near Leyte

17 caves within 100 km of Leyte. The closest is Boho Cave in Acaban Culaba Biliran (19 km). Best time: year-round.

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A one-day trip from Leyte

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 51 km on the road.

  1. Start in Leyte
  2. 5 km Mount Canjamampaay · viewpoint, Leyte
  3. 7 km Pacdahauan Peak · peak, Leyte
  4. 14 km Vulcan (Biliran) · viewpoint, Biliran
  5. 11 km Kulahit Islet · river spot, Biliran
  6. 1 km Poro Island · island, Biliran
  7. 13 km Back to Leyte

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From travellers near Leyte

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How to reach Leyte

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    15–50 km — half-day trips

    50–100 km — one-day trips

    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Leyte by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Rivers, islands & mangroves1175Poro Island (13 km)
    Beaches & coast1443Escoton Beach (14 km)
    Waterfalls1831Kasabangan Falls (18 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1524Mount Canjamampaay (5 km)
    Churches724Holy Name of Jesus Parish (24 km)
    Caves317Boho Cave in Acaban Culaba Biliran (19 km)
    Forts & heritage217Rizal Statue (29 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs13Lake Danao Natural Park (50 km)
    Museums03Santo Niño Parish (73 km)
    Parks02Isabel Park (62 km)
    Buddhist sites01Tacloban Buddhist Temple (72 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens01Sohoton Cave (92 km)

    Leyte: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Leyte?

    Vulcan (Biliran) (viewpoint, about 24 km), Mount Canjamampaay (viewpoint, about 5 km), Pacdahauan Peak (peak, about 10 km), Poro Island (island, about 13 km), Kulahit Islet (river spot, about 13 km), Calumpijan Island (island, about 13 km).

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

    71 places on Spotwander: 11 rivers, islands & mangroves, 14 beaches & coast, 18 waterfalls, 15 hill stations & viewpoints, 7 churches.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Leyte?

    Poro Island, about 13 km by road; Kulahit Islet (13 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Leyte?

    Escoton Beach, about 14 km by road; San Isidro Bay (21 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Leyte?

    Kasabangan Falls, about 18 km by road; Casabangan Falls (19 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Leyte?

    Start in Leyte, visit Mount Canjamampaay, then Pacdahauan Peak, then Vulcan (Biliran), then Kulahit Islet, then Poro Island, and drive back — about 51 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Leyte?

    September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast.

    Towns near Leyte

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