Albay district, Philippines

Places to visit near Ponso

Ponso is a town in Albay district, Philippines, home to about 4,574 people. Within 50 km by road there are 100 places to visit — 6 rivers, islands & mangroves, 38 churches, 15 waterfalls and 6 beaches & coast. The must-see places are Masaraga (11 km), Mount Malinao (22 km) and Lake Bato (22 km).

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Ponso at a glance

Location
Albay district, Philippines
Population
about 4,574
Coordinates
13.2910° N, 123.5171° E
Places within 50 km
100 (15 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 Ponso

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

68 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Ponso. The closest is San Miguel Island (41 km). Best time: september to february.

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Churches near Ponso

56 churches within 100 km of Ponso. The closest is St. Anthony of Padua Parish (1 km); the best-known is Church of the Latter-day Saints (8 km). Best time: year-round.

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Waterfalls near Ponso

28 waterfalls within 100 km of Ponso. The closest is Vera Falls (16 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Beaches & coast near Ponso

19 beaches & coast within 100 km of Ponso. The closest is Corangon Shoal (35 km). Best time: october to march.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Ponso

13 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Ponso. The closest is Brgy.mendez Polangue Albay (1 km); the best-known is Masaraga (11 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

  • Masaraga · viewpoint · Albay · ~11 km · Must-see
  • Mount Malinao · viewpoint · Albay · ~22 km · Must-see
  • Mount Mayon · viewpoint · Albay · ~23 km · Must-see
  • Iriga · viewpoint · Camarines Sur · ~24 km · Must-see
  • Mount Asog · viewpoint · Camarines Sur · ~25 km · Must-see
  • Ligñon Hill · viewpoint · Albay · ~34 km · Must-see

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Forts & heritage near Ponso

13 forts & heritage within 100 km of Ponso. The closest is Jose Rizal (5 km); the best-known is Cagsawa Church (30 km). Best time: october to february.

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A one-day trip from Ponso

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 118 km on the road.

  1. Start in Ponso
  2. 22 km Lake Bato · lake, Camarines Sur
  3. 28 km Lake Buhi · lake, Camarines Sur
  4. 16 km Mount Malinao · viewpoint, Albay
  5. 23 km Mount Mayon · viewpoint, Albay
  6. 18 km Masaraga · viewpoint, Albay
  7. 11 km Back to Ponso

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How to reach Ponso

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    Within 15 km of Ponso

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Ponso by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Rivers, islands & mangroves668San Miguel Island (41 km)
    Churches3856St. Anthony of Padua Parish (1 km)
    Waterfalls1528Vera Falls (16 km)
    Beaches & coast619Corangon Shoal (35 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1113Brgy.mendez Polangue Albay (1 km)
    Forts & heritage1013Jose Rizal (5 km)
    Museums37Mayon Planetarium and Science Park (21 km)
    Caves27Hoyop-Hoyopan Cave (30 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs56Danao, Polangui (5 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens45Kawa Kawa Hill Natural Park (10 km)
    Parks02Plaza de Nueva Caceres (64 km)
    Temples01Bicol Indian Sikh Temple (64 km)
    Mosques & dargahs01Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Statue (85 km)
    Other attractions01Ungay Lighthouse (96 km)

    Ponso: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Ponso?

    Masaraga (viewpoint, about 11 km), Mount Malinao (viewpoint, about 22 km), Lake Bato (lake, about 22 km), Lake Buhi (lake, about 23 km), Mount Mayon (viewpoint, about 23 km), Iriga (viewpoint, about 24 km).

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

    100 places on Spotwander: 6 rivers, islands & mangroves, 38 churches, 15 waterfalls, 6 beaches & coast, 11 hill stations & viewpoints.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Ponso?

    San Miguel Island, about 41 km by road; Atulayan Island (41 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Ponso?

    St. Anthony of Padua Parish, about 1 km by road; Iglesia Ni Cristo - Lokal Ng Napo (1 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Ponso?

    Vera Falls, about 16 km by road; Twin Falls (20 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Ponso?

    Start in Ponso, visit Lake Bato, then Lake Buhi, then Mount Malinao, then Mount Mayon, then Masaraga, and drive back — about 118 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Ponso?

    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 Ponso

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