Cebu district, Philippines

Places to visit near Paypay

Paypay is a town in Cebu district, Philippines, home to about 2,758 people. Within 50 km by road there are 48 places to visit — 12 rivers, islands & mangroves, 22 beaches & coast, 2 waterfalls and 0 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Guintacan Lighthouse (17 km), Malapascua (25 km) and Bantayan Island (31 km).

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Paypay at a glance

Location
Cebu district, Philippines
Population
about 2,758
Coordinates
11.2152° N, 123.9762° E
Places within 50 km
48 (5 must-see)
Best time to visit
September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast

Top places to visit near Paypay

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

51 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Paypay. The closest is Chocolate Island (17 km); the best-known is Capitancillo (36 km). Best time: september to february.

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Beaches & coast near Paypay

48 beaches & coast within 100 km of Paypay. The closest is Hagnaya Lighthouse (14 km); the best-known is Guintacan Lighthouse (17 km). Best time: october to march.

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Waterfalls near Paypay

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

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Paypay

18 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Paypay. The closest is Mount Canjamampaay (78 km); the best-known is Vulcan (Biliran) (85 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Churches near Paypay

16 churches within 100 km of Paypay. The closest is Iglesia Ni Cristo, Lokal Ng Bogo (24 km). Best time: year-round.

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Caves near Paypay

13 caves within 100 km of Paypay. The closest is Sto. Niño Cave (25 km). Best time: year-round.

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A one-day trip from Paypay

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 171 km on the road.

  1. Start in Paypay
  2. 25 km Malapascua · beach, Cebu
  3. 48 km Capitancillo · river spot, Cebu
  4. 28 km Hagnaya Lighthouse · beach, Cebu
  5. 30 km Bantayan Island · island, Cebu
  6. 23 km Guintacan Lighthouse · beach, Cebu
  7. 17 km Back to Paypay

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Paypay by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Rivers, islands & mangroves1251Chocolate Island (17 km)
    Beaches & coast2248Hagnaya Lighthouse (14 km)
    Waterfalls224Banghitawan Falls (35 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints018Mount Canjamampaay (78 km)
    Churches216Iglesia Ni Cristo, Lokal Ng Bogo (24 km)
    Caves313Sto. Niño Cave (25 km)
    Forts & heritage48Old Train (23 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs13Laaw Lagoon (21 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens12Obo-ob Mangrove Garden (32 km)
    Other attractions12Buntay Point (36 km)
    Parks01Isabel Park (74 km)
    Museums01Museo Sang Bata Sa Negros (84 km)

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    What are the best places to visit near Paypay?

    Guintacan Lighthouse (beach, about 17 km), Malapascua (beach, about 25 km), Bantayan Island (island, about 31 km), Hagnaya Lighthouse (beach, about 14 km), Capitancillo (river spot, about 36 km), Chocolate Island (island, about 17 km).

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

    48 places on Spotwander: 12 rivers, islands & mangroves, 22 beaches & coast, 2 waterfalls, 2 churches, 3 caves.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Paypay?

    Chocolate Island, about 17 km by road; Hilantagaan Island (21 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Paypay?

    Hagnaya Lighthouse, about 14 km by road; Guintacan Lighthouse (17 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Paypay?

    Banghitawan Falls, about 35 km by road; Owangan Falls, Kabalawan Tabuelan Cebu (49 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Paypay?

    Start in Paypay, visit Malapascua, then Capitancillo, then Hagnaya Lighthouse, then Bantayan Island, then Guintacan Lighthouse, and drive back — about 171 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Paypay?

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

    Towns near Paypay

    Sources: places from OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata and GeoNames; Paypay’s location and population from GeoNames. Data sources & credits.