Sorsogon district, Philippines

Places to visit near Putiao

Putiao is a town in Sorsogon district, Philippines, home to about 2,303 people. Within 50 km by road there are 67 places to visit — 10 rivers, islands & mangroves, 9 waterfalls, 15 churches and 7 beaches & coast. The must-see places are St. Gregory the Great Cathedral (17 km), Daraga Church (18 km) and Ligñon Hill (20 km).

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Putiao at a glance

Location
Sorsogon district, Philippines
Population
about 2,303
Coordinates
13.0195° N, 123.7148° E
Places within 50 km
67 (11 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 Putiao

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

40 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Putiao. The closest is Sablayan Island (31 km); the best-known is Cagraray Island (44 km). Best time: september to february.

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Waterfalls near Putiao

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

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Churches near Putiao

26 churches within 100 km of Putiao. The closest is Holy Family Parish (1 km); the best-known is St. Gregory the Great Cathedral (17 km). Best time: year-round.

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Beaches & coast near Putiao

20 beaches & coast within 100 km of Putiao. The closest is Bagatao Lighthouse (28 km). Best time: october to march.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Putiao

14 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Putiao. The closest is Ligñon Hill (20 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Forts & heritage near Putiao

10 forts & heritage within 100 km of Putiao. The closest is Bicol Regional Training and Teaching Hospital (18 km); the best-known is Cagsawa Church (20 km). Best time: october to february.

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A one-day trip from Putiao

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 46 km on the road.

  1. Start in Putiao
  2. 1 km Holy Family Parish · church, Sorsogon
  3. 18 km Daraga Church · church, Albay
  4. 3 km Cagsawa Church · heritage site, Albay
  5. 4 km Ligñon Hill · hill, Albay
  6. 3 km St. Gregory the Great Cathedral · church, Albay
  7. 17 km Back to Putiao

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How to reach Putiao

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    15–50 km — half-day trips

    50–100 km — one-day trips

    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Putiao by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Rivers, islands & mangroves1040Sablayan Island (31 km)
    Waterfalls931Solong Falls (16 km)
    Churches1526Holy Family Parish (1 km)
    Beaches & coast720Bagatao Lighthouse (28 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints514Ligñon Hill (20 km)
    Forts & heritage910Bicol Regional Training and Teaching Hospital (18 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens46Mayon Volcano Natural Park (30 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs26Sumlang Lake / Nature FunTraventure (23 km)
    Caves45Hoyop-Hoyopan Cave (16 km)
    Museums23Museo de Legazpi (17 km)
    Other attractions02Ungay Lighthouse (71 km)

    Putiao: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Putiao?

    St. Gregory the Great Cathedral (church, about 17 km), Daraga Church (church, about 18 km), Ligñon Hill (hill, about 20 km), Cagsawa Church (heritage site, about 20 km), Holy Family Parish (church, about 1 km), Comapo-capo Chapel (church, about 5 km).

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

    67 places on Spotwander: 10 rivers, islands & mangroves, 9 waterfalls, 15 churches, 7 beaches & coast, 5 hill stations & viewpoints.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Putiao?

    Sablayan Island, about 31 km by road; Poro Island (38 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Putiao?

    Solong Falls, about 16 km by road; Sigpit Falls, Jovellar (17 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Putiao?

    Holy Family Parish, about 1 km by road; Comapo-capo Chapel (5 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Putiao?

    Start in Putiao, visit Holy Family Parish, then Daraga Church, then Cagsawa Church, then Ligñon Hill, then St. Gregory the Great Cathedral, and drive back — about 46 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Putiao?

    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 Putiao

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