Albay district, Philippines

Places to visit near Libon

Libon is a town in Albay district, Philippines, home to about 68,846 people. Within 50 km by road there are 100 places to visit — 1 rivers, islands & mangroves, 43 churches, 16 waterfalls and 7 beaches & coast. The must-see places are Lake Bato (12 km), Masaraga (20 km) and Iriga (22 km).

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Libon, Philippines
Libon, Albay district, Philippines. Photo: Wikimedia Commons.

Libon at a glance

Location
Albay district, Philippines
Population
about 68,846
Coordinates
13.2997° N, 123.4386° E
Places within 50 km
100 (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 Libon

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

69 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Libon. The closest is Atulayan Island (43 km); the best-known is San Miguel Island (51 km). Best time: september to february.

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Churches near Libon

62 churches within 100 km of Libon. The closest is St. James the Greater Parish (1 km); the best-known is Holy Trinity Parish (12 km). Best time: year-round.

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Waterfalls near Libon

28 waterfalls within 100 km of Libon. The closest is Twin Falls (22 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Beaches & coast near Libon

17 beaches & coast within 100 km of Libon. The closest is San Isidro Labrador (36 km). Best time: october to march.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Libon

14 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Libon. The closest is La Medalla Polangui Albay (5 km); the best-known is Masaraga (20 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

  • Masaraga · viewpoint · Albay · ~20 km · Must-see
  • Iriga · viewpoint · Camarines Sur · ~22 km · Must-see
  • Mount Asog · viewpoint · Camarines Sur · ~22 km · Must-see
  • Mount Malinao · viewpoint · Albay · ~30 km · Must-see
  • Mount Mayon · viewpoint · Albay · ~34 km · Must-see
  • Ligñon Hill · viewpoint · Albay · ~44 km · Must-see

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Forts & heritage near Libon

12 forts & heritage within 100 km of Libon. The closest is Monument of Bishop Jorge Barlin (24 km); the best-known is Cagsawa Church (40 km). Best time: october to february.

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A one-day trip from Libon

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 82 km on the road.

  1. Start in Libon
  2. 12 km Lake Bato · lake, Camarines Sur
  3. 21 km Mount Asog · viewpoint, Camarines Sur
  4. 1 km Iriga · viewpoint, Camarines Sur
  5. 8 km Lake Buhi · lake, Camarines Sur
  6. 20 km Masaraga · viewpoint, Albay
  7. 20 km Back to Libon

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How to reach Libon

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    Within 15 km of Libon

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Libon by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Rivers, islands & mangroves169Atulayan Island (43 km)
    Churches4362St. James the Greater Parish (1 km)
    Waterfalls1628Twin Falls (22 km)
    Beaches & coast717San Isidro Labrador (36 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1014La Medalla Polangui Albay (5 km)
    Forts & heritage912Monument of Bishop Jorge Barlin (24 km)
    Museums37Philtranco Transport Heritage Museum (18 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs56Danao, Polangui (6 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens46Kawa Kawa Hill Natural Park (19 km)
    Caves26Hoyop-Hoyopan Cave (39 km)
    Parks02Plaza de Nueva Caceres (56 km)
    Temples01Bicol Indian Sikh Temple (57 km)
    Mosques & dargahs01Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Statue (89 km)

    Libon: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Libon?

    Lake Bato (lake, about 12 km), Masaraga (viewpoint, about 20 km), Iriga (viewpoint, about 22 km), Mount Asog (viewpoint, about 22 km), Lake Buhi (lake, about 24 km), Lake Baao (lake, about 29 km).

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

    100 places on Spotwander: 1 river spot, 43 churches, 16 waterfalls, 7 beaches & coast, 10 hill stations & viewpoints.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Libon?

    Atulayan Island, about 43 km by road; San Miguel Island (51 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Libon?

    St. James the Greater Parish, about 1 km by road; Guiding Light Christian Church (0 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Libon?

    Twin Falls, about 22 km by road; Vera Falls (26 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Libon?

    Start in Libon, visit Lake Bato, then Mount Asog, then Iriga, then Lake Buhi, then Masaraga, and drive back — about 82 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Libon?

    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 Libon

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