Quezon district, Philippines

Places to visit near Mabunga

Mabunga is a town in Quezon district, Philippines, home to about 2,997 people. Within 50 km by road there are 53 places to visit — 8 churches, 1 waterfalls, 19 rivers, islands & mangroves and 13 beaches & coast. The must-see places are San Diego de Alcala Cathedral (9 km), Alabat Island (35 km) and Quezon Protected Landscape (39 km).

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Mabunga at a glance

Location
Quezon district, Philippines
Population
about 2,997
Coordinates
13.8634° N, 122.0677° E
Places within 50 km
53 (4 must-see)
Best time to visit
July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Mabunga

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

38 churches within 100 km of Mabunga. The closest is San Diego de Alcala Cathedral (9 km). Best time: year-round.

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Waterfalls near Mabunga

35 waterfalls within 100 km of Mabunga. The closest is Bantakay Falls (44 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Mabunga

32 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Mabunga. The closest is Manicnic Island (22 km); the best-known is Alabat Island (35 km). Best time: september to february.

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Beaches & coast near Mabunga

26 beaches & coast within 100 km of Mabunga. The closest is Unisan Sands (11 km). Best time: october to march.

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Forts & heritage near Mabunga

25 forts & heritage within 100 km of Mabunga. The closest is San Diego de Alcala Fortress (9 km). Best time: october to february.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Mabunga

17 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Mabunga. The closest is Mount Lipata (38 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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A one-day trip from Mabunga

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 95 km on the road.

  1. Start in Mabunga
  2. 11 km Unisan Sands · beach, Quezon
  3. 5 km Iglesia Ni Cristo, Lokal Ng Unisan · church, Quezon
  4. 41 km Alabat Island · island, Quezon
  5. 28 km San Diego de Alcala Fortress · heritage site, Quezon
  6. 1 km San Diego de Alcala Cathedral · church, Quezon
  7. 9 km Back to Mabunga

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Mabunga by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches838San Diego de Alcala Cathedral (9 km)
    Waterfalls135Bantakay Falls (44 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves1932Manicnic Island (22 km)
    Beaches & coast1326Unisan Sands (11 km)
    Forts & heritage125San Diego de Alcala Fortress (9 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints317Mount Lipata (38 km)
    Other attractions011Old Malagonlong Bridge (64 km)
    Caves59Kwebang Lampas (30 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs07Makulapnit Water Reservoir (65 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens36Apat Island (38 km)
    Museums06Governor's Mansion (62 km)
    Parks01Hermano Pule Shrine (80 km)
    Treks01Mt. Cristobal Traverse (93 km)
    Buddhist sites01Juan de Plasencia Franciscan Novitiate House (94 km)

    Mabunga: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Mabunga?

    San Diego de Alcala Cathedral (church, about 9 km), San Diego de Alcala Fortress (heritage site, about 9 km), Unisan Sands (beach, about 11 km), Iglesia Ni Cristo, Lokal Ng Unisan (church, about 13 km), Alabat Island (island, about 35 km), Malatandang Beach (beach, about 15 km).

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

    53 places on Spotwander: 8 churches, 1 waterfall, 19 rivers, islands & mangroves, 13 beaches & coast, 1 fort.

    Which is the nearest church to Mabunga?

    San Diego de Alcala Cathedral, about 9 km by road; Iglesia Ni Cristo, Lokal Ng Unisan (13 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Mabunga?

    Bantakay Falls, about 44 km by road; Busay Falls (52 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Mabunga?

    Manicnic Island, about 22 km by road; Magtaquin Island (22 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Mabunga?

    Start in Mabunga, visit Unisan Sands, then Iglesia Ni Cristo, Lokal Ng Unisan, then Alabat Island, then San Diego de Alcala Fortress, then San Diego de Alcala Cathedral, and drive back — about 95 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Mabunga?

    July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Mabunga

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