Negros Oriental district, Philippines

Places to visit near Tampocon

Tampocon is a town in Negros Oriental district, Philippines, home to about 3,768 people. Within 50 km by road there are 59 places to visit — 27 waterfalls, 8 beaches & coast, 9 churches and 6 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Negros (32 km), Kawasan Falls (34 km) and Kabankalan Cathedral (48 km).

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Tampocon at a glance

Location
Negros Oriental district, Philippines
Population
about 3,768
Coordinates
9.8500° N, 123.1333° E
Places within 50 km
59 (3 must-see)
Best time to visit
July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Tampocon

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Tampocon: 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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Waterfalls near Tampocon

73 waterfalls within 100 km of Tampocon. The closest is Maaslum Twin Falls (9 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Beaches & coast near Tampocon

47 beaches & coast within 100 km of Tampocon. The closest is Manjuyod Sandbar (30 km); the best-known is Negros (32 km). Best time: october to march.

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Churches near Tampocon

34 churches within 100 km of Tampocon. The closest is Iglesia Ni Cristo, Locale of Tayasan (12 km). Best time: year-round.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Tampocon

32 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Tampocon. The closest is Pinayun-an Peak (27 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Forts & heritage near Tampocon

31 forts & heritage within 100 km of Tampocon. The closest is Simbahan Ng Dumanjug (50 km); the best-known is San Guillermo de Aquitania Church (56 km). Best time: october to february.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Tampocon

15 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Tampocon. The closest is Pescador Island (31 km). Best time: september to february.

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A one-day trip from Tampocon

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 151 km on the road.

  1. Start in Tampocon
  2. 34 km Kawasan Falls · waterfall, Cebu
  3. 32 km The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints · church, Negros Oriental
  4. 17 km Maaslum Twin Falls · waterfall, Negros Oriental
  5. 26 km Negros · beach, Negros Occidental
  6. 30 km Iglesia Ni Cristo, Locale of Tayasan · church, Negros Oriental
  7. 12 km Back to Tampocon

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How to reach Tampocon

    All places near Tampocon by distance

    15–50 km — half-day trips

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Tampocon by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Waterfalls2773Maaslum Twin Falls (9 km)
    Beaches & coast847Manjuyod Sandbar (30 km)
    Churches934Iglesia Ni Cristo, Locale of Tayasan (12 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints632Pinayun-an Peak (27 km)
    Forts & heritage131Simbahan Ng Dumanjug (50 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves315Pescador Island (31 km)
    Caves312Kulabyaw Cave (42 km)
    Museums07Museo Oslob (62 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens06Balinsasayao Twin Lakes National Park (69 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs15Ponong Lake (50 km)
    Other attractions11Looc Point Lighthouse (41 km)
    Mosques & dargahs01Bagacay Mosque (80 km)
    Buddhist sites01Saint John Bosco Parish and Shrine (92 km)

    Tampocon: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Tampocon?

    Maaslum Twin Falls (waterfall, about 9 km), Negros (beach, about 32 km), Iglesia Ni Cristo, Locale of Tayasan (church, about 12 km), The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (church, about 12 km), Kawasan Falls (waterfall, about 34 km), Pinayun-an Peak (peak, about 27 km).

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

    59 places on Spotwander: 27 waterfalls, 8 beaches & coast, 9 churches, 6 hill stations & viewpoints, 1 fort.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Tampocon?

    Maaslum Twin Falls, about 9 km by road; Bambi Falls (29 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Tampocon?

    Manjuyod Sandbar, about 30 km by road; Pescador Lighthouse (31 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Tampocon?

    Iglesia Ni Cristo, Locale of Tayasan, about 12 km by road; The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (12 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Tampocon?

    Start in Tampocon, visit Kawasan Falls, then The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, then Maaslum Twin Falls, then Negros, then Iglesia Ni Cristo, Locale of Tayasan, and drive back — about 151 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Tampocon?

    July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Tampocon

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