Top 20 Luzon Tourist Spots

That will Make A Mark The

Moment You See It For Yourself
 The Philippines is brimming with over 7,000 stunning
islands that never fails to amaze its visitors. Many of these
can be seen in the island of Luzon. From Batanes to
Palawan, you’ll have plentiful Luzon tourist spots options to
choose from. But trust us, it’s going to be a challenge to
figure out where to start.
 20 Beautiful Tourist Spots in
Luzon Every Traveler Must Visit
20. Mines View Park
No doubt, the most famous 
tourist spot in Baguio is Mines View
Park because of the great view it
offers. In the early 20th century,
Baguio was a mining town. Mines
View Park sits on a ridge of the
northeast side of Baguio where you
can see a stunning view of the
Cordillera Mountains and Benguet’s
old copper and gold mines. While
you’re there, you can also try on the
Ifugaos’ traditional clothes and take a
photo. 
19. Ayala Triangle Gardens
Ayala Triangle Gardens in Makati is a
must-visit if you want to take a quick break
from the hustle and bustle of the city. It’s a
huge garden park perfect for chilling,
walking, jogging, and even food tripping. If
you want to see it at its best where
everything goes alive, visit it during
Christmas season where Ayala Triangle
Gardens Makati is filled with lights and
sounds. Because of its popularity, it
becomes one of the most-visited tourist
spots in Luzon.
18. Bangui Windmills
The Bangui Windmills are not just
a popular tourist destination in
Ilocos but they serve a greater
purpose providing sustainable
energy. You’ll see around 15-20
windmills in the area along the
beach. 
17. Escolta
Escolta is one of the most underrated
tourist spots in Luzon. Although it looks
greatly damaged and forgotten after World
War II, it’s actually those factors that make
Escolta so interesting. That’s why it’s easy
to see why millennials and photographers
love to visit it. Now, Escolta is not just a
famous photography subject but also a
great place to experience good food, arts,
crafts, and music festivals.
16. Binondo
When in Manila, you can never consider
yourself a real foodie until you have
been to Binondo. Home to the oldest
Chinatown in the world, Binondo offers a
great food adventure. From fried siopao,
dim sum and roast duck to adventurous
eats like frog legs, Binondo has just
about everything your tummy could ever
crave. Don’t miss the Beef Lamien in Lan
Zhou La Mien and Hakaw in Wai Ying
Fastfood. They’re not famous to foodies
for nothing! So if you want to make the
most of your trip, don’t miss this tourist
destination in Luzon.
15. Sagada
Sagada, home to spectacular views and
breathtaking natural wonders, is a popular
tourist spot in North Luzon especially for
the backpackers and “soul searchers.”
The place offers sunny but cool weather,
lush natural landscapes, and a sea of
clouds that will let you think whether
you’re still on Earth, making it a perfect
setting for a romantic film.
14. Anawangin Cove
Another tourist attraction in Luzon
that will delight campers and beach-
lovers alike is Anawangin Cove in
Zambales. Its crescent shape, fine
white sand beach, and secluded
island vibe capture its visitors’ hearts.
There are no hotels here. You can
only sleep in the cove on a tent or by
renting a cottage. There’s also no
electricity and low signal, that makes
your trip to Anawangin Cove perfect
—no distractions.
13. Nacpan Beach
Nacpan Beach in El Nido, Palawan is one of the
most beautiful beautiful places in Luzon and among
the pristine beaches in the Philippines. While it does
not have the white sand that Boracay takes pride in,
Nacpan Beach offers an equally notable island
experience. 
Aside from the 4-kilometer stretch of cream-colored
sand, you’ll also enjoy the hundreds of swaying
coconut trees, a fishing village, clear aqua water
with small surfable waves of Nacpan Beach—it’s
the kind of paradise you’ve imagined. Nacpan
Beach certainly does not disappoint. What travelers
love about Nacpan Beach is that it doesn’t get too
crowded. And if you’re lucky, you can have the
beach all to yourself. 
12. Mayon Volcano With the country’s many wonders of nature, it’s not
surprising to see another jaw-dropping tourist spot
in the Philippines Luzon. Mayon Volcano is one of
the most beautiful wonders of nature in the country.
It is both a stunner and a killer—renowned for its
beauty as it is feared for its destructiveness. Its
symmetry and perfect cone shape draws attention
across the world but what lies beyond its beauty is
its deadly nature: an enormous chamber, churning
with molten rock and toxic gas that could blow
anytime.
It has erupted over 51 times in the past four
centuries, the most destructive of which is in 1814.
Nevertheless, it has developed a culture of
resiliency among the inhabitants of its vicinity, who
always rebuilt their towns and cultivated their fields
after each destructive eruption.
11. Taal Volcano
Mention Tagaytay and Taal Volcano will
automatically come to mind. Even at its
most devastated state, Taal Volcano
remains as one of the most eye-catching
places in Luzon. It has become a must-
visit destination for every traveler across
the world because of its picturesque
features like no other. 
You can see the volcano from one of the
Philippines’ most visited destinations,
Tagaytay. The city has a postcard-perfect
view of the volcano that everyone loves.
There are many hotels and restaurants
that offer the best view of it while
indulging in sumptuous meals.
10. Tinipak River
Craving for quick getaway near
Manila? Among the most famous
places in Luzon perfect for weekend
travelers is the Tinipak River. It used
to be a hidden gem but has now
become one of the most popular 
places to visit in Tanay, Rizal thanks
to its picturesque beauty. It boasts
turquoise waters surrounded by white
marble rocks that makes every
corner Instagrammable. You can also
explore a cavern with an underwater
river through a small canoe.
9. Mt. Pinatubo Often called the “beautiful disaster”, you’ll
stand in awe once you see Mt. Pinatubo. To
witness its magnificent crystal clear waters of
Crater Lake, you will have to ride the 4×4 or
an ATV. The ride will be a rocky one but once
you see the view, all the bumps you’ve gone
through are worth it! What makes this trip
even better is that you can interact with one
of the oldest indigenous tribes in the
Philippines, the Aetas, and experience their
culture. Because of its breathtaking beauty, it
became one of the most popular places in
Luzon.
And since you’re here already, you can also
check out other tourist spot sa Nueva Ecija if
you want to extend your vacation.
8. Puerto Princesa Underground River
One charming treasure of Palawan that
truly stands out is the Puerto Princesa
Subterranean River National Park. It is
one of the longest underground rivers in
the world that outflows directly to the sea,
traveling five miles through a
subterranean cave system. Inside the
Puerto Princesa Underground River, you
will see karsts—natural rock formations
created by dissolving limestone—loom in
every direction. Don’t miss Puerto
Princesa Underground River as it’s one of
the most beautiful places in Luzon.
7. Vigan
If you fancy exploring historical places in
Luzon, Vigan should be on your list.
Visiting Vigan City is like traveling back in
time because of its preserved Spanish
Colonial town that even the world
considers it as one of the best. Aside
from the magnificent Vigan tourist spots,
what makes this North Luzon tourist spot
well-loved is its historical and cultural
significance that feed not just wanderlust
but also a traveler’s mind and soul. 
6. Intramuros
Known as the “Walled City,” Intramuros is
a place rich in history and culture. With its
cobbled streets and preserved
architecture dated hundreds of years ago,
it will have you thinking whether you are
still in the Philippines or not. Hundreds of
years ago, many remarkable events
happened here that’s why it’s one of the
most 
historical places in Luzon and in the Philip
pines
.
5. Hidden Beach
Contrary to its name, Hidden Beach in El
Nido, Palawan is not-so-hidden anymore
especially since Condé Nast Traveler
named it as one of the world’s 30 best
beaches. The Hidden Beach hides behind
tall natural stone walls, with only a tiny
break from which to enter and exit. It’s
perfect for swimming, chillaxing, and
picture-taking! If these are not enough to
convince you it’s amazing, we don’t know
what else will. If you’re looking for a beach,
this is the best tourist spot in Luzon to see.
4. Racuh A Payaman
If we’re to describe Racuh A Payaman in 
Batanes in one word, it’d be magical.
There are rolling hills and knolls
everywhere, surrounded by a carpet of
the greenest grass you’ll ever see, that
you’ll notice even the tiniest grass is
swaying as Batanes wind blows. You
could almost imagine being in the 1965
film Sound of Music and hear Julie
Andrews sing “the hills are alive…”
From there, you can also see Mt. Iraya,
Diura Beach, Tayid Lighthouse, and the
Pacific Ocean. All in one place. Racuh A
Payaman is one of the top tourist spots
in Luzon.
3. Big Lagoon at Small Lagoon
Undoubtedly, El Nido always makes it to
the top list of beautiful places in Luzon.
Don’t miss the Big and Small Lagoons as
these are the best tourist spots in El Nido.
You can go kayaking, paddle boarding, or
swimming in these lagoons while
digesting its majestic views. Aside from
these lagoons, make sure to also visit
Nacpan Beach as it is one of the most
beautiful beaches in the Philippines.
2. Banaue Rice Terraces
One of the places to visit in Luzon that
will take your breath away is Banaue
Rice Terraces. Locally known as the
Hagdan-Hagdang Palayan, this
beautiful spot in Luzon is undoubtedly
a source of pride not just for the
Ifugaos but also for Filipinos across the
world. Because of its magnificence, it
has been inscribed on the 
UNESCO World Heritage List in 1995. 
1. Kayangan Lake While Palawan boasts its pristine beaches
and lagoons, making it the best island in
the world, it also has picture-perfect lakes
that will make your jaw drop. One of the
most famous is Kayangan Lake in Coron.
Surrounded by towering limestone cliffs
dotted with greenery, Kayangan is the
cleanest lake in the Philippines and one of
the cleanest in Asia. The water is so clear
that you can see through to the rock
formations beneath the surface. It is one
of two lakes in Coron (out of 8 lakes) that
are open to the public. The lake is 70%
freshwater and 30% saltwater, making it
ideal for swimming. 
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