Negros Occidental district, Philippines

Places to visit near Maquiling

Maquiling is a town in Negros Occidental district, Philippines, home to about 4,441 people. Within 50 km by road there are 47 places to visit — 1 forts & heritage, 12 rivers, islands & mangroves, 10 waterfalls and 6 churches. The must-see places are Mount Silay (22 km), Mount Mandalagan (29 km) and San Carlos Borromeo Cathedral Parish Church (42 km).

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Maquiling at a glance

Location
Negros Occidental district, Philippines
Population
about 4,441
Coordinates
10.7809° N, 123.3938° E
Places within 50 km
47 (5 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to February for forts & heritage; September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Maquiling

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Maquiling: 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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Forts & heritage near Maquiling

48 forts & heritage within 100 km of Maquiling. The closest is Victorias City Hall (47 km); the best-known is The Ruins (57 km). Best time: october to february.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Maquiling

43 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Maquiling. The closest is Nabutaan Island (17 km). Best time: september to february.

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Waterfalls near Maquiling

35 waterfalls within 100 km of Maquiling. The closest is Balea Falls, Brgy. Marcelo, Calatrava (16 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Churches near Maquiling

28 churches within 100 km of Maquiling. The closest is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (13 km). Best time: year-round.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Maquiling

23 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Maquiling. The closest is Mount Solitario (11 km); the best-known is Mount Silay (22 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Beaches & coast near Maquiling

20 beaches & coast within 100 km of Maquiling. The closest is Carbin Reef (29 km). Best time: october to march.

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A one-day trip from Maquiling

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 113 km on the road.

  1. Start in Maquiling
  2. 13 km The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints · church, Negros Occidental
  3. 9 km Mount Solitario · viewpoint, Negros Occidental
  4. 14 km Balea Falls, Brgy. Marcelo, Calatrava · waterfall, Negros Occidental
  5. 30 km Mount Silay · viewpoint, Negros Occidental
  6. 18 km Mount Mandalagan · viewpoint, Negros Occidental
  7. 29 km Back to Maquiling

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Maquiling by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Forts & heritage148Victorias City Hall (47 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves1243Nabutaan Island (17 km)
    Waterfalls1035Balea Falls, Brgy. Marcelo, Calatrava (16 km)
    Churches628The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (13 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1023Mount Solitario (11 km)
    Beaches & coast420Carbin Reef (29 km)
    Museums114Museo Sang Bata Sa Negros (24 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens27Sagay Marine Reserve (17 km)
    Caves16Bigking Cave (34 km)
    Parks04Balamban Park (58 km)
    Buddhist sites03Saint John Bosco Parish and Shrine (54 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs02Bacolod Bsc (63 km)
    Temples02Temple of Leah (87 km)
    Other attractions01Muelle Osmeña Lighthouse (100 km)

    Maquiling: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Maquiling?

    Mount Silay (viewpoint, about 22 km), Mount Mandalagan (viewpoint, about 29 km), Mount Solitario (viewpoint, about 11 km), The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (church, about 13 km), Balea Falls, Brgy. Marcelo, Calatrava (waterfall, about 16 km), Sagay Marine Reserve (nature spot, about 17 km).

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

    47 places on Spotwander: 1 fort, 12 rivers, islands & mangroves, 10 waterfalls, 6 churches, 10 hill stations & viewpoints.

    Which is the nearest fort to Maquiling?

    Victorias City Hall, about 47 km by road; Vicente Conlu Montelibano House (57 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Maquiling?

    Nabutaan Island, about 17 km by road; Lanob Island (20 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Maquiling?

    Balea Falls, Brgy. Marcelo, Calatrava, about 16 km by road; Pacol (20 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Maquiling?

    Start in Maquiling, visit The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, then Mount Solitario, then Balea Falls, Brgy. Marcelo, Calatrava, then Mount Silay, then Mount Mandalagan, and drive back — about 113 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Maquiling?

    October to February for forts & heritage; September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Maquiling

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