Cebu district, Philippines

Places to visit near Simala

Simala is a town in Cebu district, Philippines, home to about 2,569 people. Within 50 km by road there are 110 places to visit — 26 waterfalls, 20 forts & heritage, 23 beaches & coast and 12 churches. The must-see places are Mount Lantoy (9 km), Mercado Heritage House (19 km) and Mantayupan Falls (21 km).

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Simala at a glance

Location
Cebu district, Philippines
Population
about 2,569
Coordinates
9.9733° N, 123.6165° E
Places within 50 km
110 (11 must-see)
Best time to visit
July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; October to February for forts & heritage; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Simala

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Simala: 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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Things to see near Simala, by type

Waterfalls near Simala

51 waterfalls within 100 km of Simala. The closest is Terracess Water Falls, ka Treasure, Correct Location (15 km); the best-known is Mantayupan Falls (21 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Forts & heritage near Simala

50 forts & heritage within 100 km of Simala. The closest is Simbahan Ng Argao Historical Marker (13 km); the best-known is Mercado Heritage House (19 km). Best time: october to february.

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Beaches & coast near Simala

46 beaches & coast within 100 km of Simala. The closest is Buko Beach (1 km). Best time: october to march.

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Churches near Simala

42 churches within 100 km of Simala. The closest is Argao Parish Church (13 km). Best time: year-round.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Simala

22 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Simala. The closest is Cabilao Island (26 km). Best time: september to february.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Simala

19 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Simala. The closest is Mount Lantoy (9 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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A one-day trip from Simala

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 104 km on the road.

  1. Start in Simala
  2. 1 km Buko Beach · beach, Cebu
  3. 26 km Cabilao Island · island, Bohol
  4. 37 km Mercado Heritage House · heritage site, Cebu
  5. 14 km Mantayupan Falls · waterfall, Cebu
  6. 17 km Mount Lantoy · viewpoint, Cebu
  7. 9 km Back to Simala

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How to reach Simala

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    15–50 km — half-day trips

    50–100 km — one-day trips

    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Simala by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Waterfalls2651Terracess Water Falls, ka Treasure, Correct Location (15 km)
    Forts & heritage2050Simbahan Ng Argao Historical Marker (13 km)
    Beaches & coast2346Buko Beach (1 km)
    Churches1242Argao Parish Church (13 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves822Cabilao Island (26 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints919Mount Lantoy (9 km)
    Caves618Busay Cave (26 km)
    Museums313Museo Dela Parroquia de San Miguel (13 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens26Mainit Hot Springs (22 km)
    Temples04Philippine Chinese Spiritual Temple (60 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs13Ilijan Hill and Man Made Lagoon (45 km)
    Other attractions03Cauit Island Lighthouse (55 km)
    Parks02Toledo City Plaza (56 km)
    Buddhist sites01Chu Un Temple (60 km)

    Simala: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Simala?

    Mount Lantoy (viewpoint, about 9 km), Mercado Heritage House (heritage site, about 19 km), Mantayupan Falls (waterfall, about 21 km), Buko Beach (beach, about 1 km), Cabilao Island (island, about 26 km), Catang Argao Water Terraces (viewpoint, about 10 km).

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

    110 places on Spotwander: 26 waterfalls, 20 forts & heritage, 23 beaches & coast, 12 churches, 8 rivers, islands & mangroves.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Simala?

    Terracess Water Falls, ka Treasure, Correct Location, about 15 km by road; Lusno Falls (15 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest fort to Simala?

    Simbahan Ng Argao Historical Marker, about 13 km by road; Balay Na Tisa (18 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Simala?

    Buko Beach, about 1 km by road; Argao Lighthouse (14 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Simala?

    Start in Simala, visit Buko Beach, then Cabilao Island, then Mercado Heritage House, then Mantayupan Falls, then Mount Lantoy, and drive back — about 104 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Simala?

    July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; October to February for forts & heritage; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Simala

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