Cebu district, Philippines

Places to visit near Tapilon

Tapilon is a town in Cebu district, Philippines, home to about 7,786 people. Within 50 km by road there are 47 places to visit — 10 rivers, islands & mangroves, 23 beaches & coast, 1 waterfalls and 0 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Malapascua (14 km), Guintacan Lighthouse (19 km) and Carnaza Island (34 km).

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Tapilon at a glance

Location
Cebu district, Philippines
Population
about 7,786
Coordinates
11.2774° N, 124.0306° E
Places within 50 km
47 (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 Tapilon

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

50 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Tapilon. The closest is Chocolate Island (6 km). Best time: september to february.

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Beaches & coast near Tapilon

45 beaches & coast within 100 km of Tapilon. The closest is Logon Beach (13 km); the best-known is Malapascua (14 km). Best time: october to march.

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Waterfalls near Tapilon

23 waterfalls within 100 km of Tapilon. The closest is Banghitawan Falls (45 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Tapilon

18 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Tapilon. The closest is Mount Canjamampaay (68 km); the best-known is Vulcan (Biliran) (74 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Churches near Tapilon

15 churches within 100 km of Tapilon. The closest is Iglesia Ni Cristo, Lokal Ng Bogo (33 km). Best time: year-round.

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Caves near Tapilon

12 caves within 100 km of Tapilon. The closest is Skull Cave (34 km). Best time: year-round.

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A one-day trip from Tapilon

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 65 km on the road.

  1. Start in Tapilon
  2. 6 km Chocolate Island · island, Cebu
  3. 7 km Dakit-Dakit Island · island, Cebu
  4. 1 km Logon Beach · beach, Cebu
  5. 1 km Malapascua · beach, Cebu
  6. 31 km Guintacan Lighthouse · beach, Cebu
  7. 19 km Back to Tapilon

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From travellers near Tapilon

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How to reach Tapilon

    All places near Tapilon by distance

    15–50 km — half-day trips

    50–100 km — one-day trips

    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Tapilon by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Rivers, islands & mangroves1050Chocolate Island (6 km)
    Beaches & coast2345Logon Beach (13 km)
    Waterfalls123Banghitawan Falls (45 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints018Mount Canjamampaay (68 km)
    Churches215Iglesia Ni Cristo, Lokal Ng Bogo (33 km)
    Caves412Skull Cave (34 km)
    Forts & heritage48Old Train (32 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs13Laaw Lagoon (20 km)
    Other attractions12Buntay Point (41 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens12Obo-ob Mangrove Garden (42 km)
    Parks01Isabel Park (74 km)
    Museums01Museo Sang Bata Sa Negros (94 km)

    Tapilon: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Tapilon?

    Malapascua (beach, about 14 km), Guintacan Lighthouse (beach, about 19 km), Chocolate Island (island, about 6 km), Dakit-Dakit Island (island, about 12 km), Logon Beach (beach, about 13 km), Carnaza Island (island, about 34 km).

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

    47 places on Spotwander: 10 rivers, islands & mangroves, 23 beaches & coast, 1 waterfall, 2 churches, 4 caves.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Tapilon?

    Chocolate Island, about 6 km by road; Dakit-Dakit Island (12 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Tapilon?

    Logon Beach, about 13 km by road; Hippocampus (14 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Tapilon?

    Banghitawan Falls, about 45 km by road; Busay Waterfalls (53 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Tapilon?

    Start in Tapilon, visit Chocolate Island, then Dakit-Dakit Island, then Logon Beach, then Malapascua, then Guintacan Lighthouse, and drive back — about 65 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Tapilon?

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

    Towns near Tapilon

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