Top Things to do in Panay Island
The 10 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Panay Island, Visayas
Discover the best top things to do in Panay Island, Philippines including Motag Living Museum, Diniwid Beach, Yapak Beach (Puka Shell Beach), White Beach, Ariel's Point, Jaro Cathedral, Buruanga Beach, Agho Island, Camina Balay nga Bato, Gigante Island.
Restaurants in Panay Island
1. Motag Living Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 147 reviews
SEE THE PAST COME TO LIFE; Step back in time and experience life in Boracay as it was before the tourists arrived Visit the FIRST INTERACTIVE LIVING MUSEUM in the Philippines!
Reviewed By Explorer283426
This place should not be called “museum” at all since the place is by no means any traditional museum experience. It’s more like cultural learning center. The host went through great length to prepare the place to demonstrate the old phillippines cultural values. By having people dressed up in traditional clothes, they show you what th old phillipines culture looks like. They show you what people back then do to go to the toilet, how you can use their archaic bamboos equipment to get water feim the well for taking a bath, how to make fire from dry leaves, how to roll your own cigarette. They also show you how farm: plant the rice stalk, ride the buffalo, cut and filter the rice, etc...The cool thing is you can participate in this interactive learning experience. We learned a great deal and the kids will enjoy it as well. This is really exceeding our expectations for “museum”
2. Diniwid Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 934 reviews
A cliffside footpath connects this small, serene beach with its louder and larger cousin, White Beach. A great place for a quiet picnic.
Reviewed By bazill66 - Patnem, India
We arrived here before 11am and had the beach to ourselves. The children loved playing on the sand and running in and out of the sea. There are trees at the back of the beach which provide some shade. Towards lunchtime 2 large boats deposited lots of, orange life jacket clad, tourists who had lunch at a restaurant, swam in the sea and left again about 90 minutes later,leaving us once again with the beach to ourselves. It's a great spot for sunset and can easily be reached by walking from the north end of White beach.one of the bars play sunset tunes,nice end to the day.
3. Yapak Beach (Puka Shell Beach)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,793 reviews
The second largest beach on Boracay, this popular destination is also called Puka Shell Beach after the prevalent white seashells.
Reviewed By worldtrotter26 - Atlanta, United States
This is a nearby beach in Boracay. There are two ways to go here: first, you can join the island hopping tour and this is the first stop; second, you can hire a tricycle from white beach to this place. The water is green and the sand is fine. You can survey the place for 10 minutes. This is nice for swimming because it’s not too crowded, plus the green view is amazing! Just paradise!
4. White Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,543 reviews
Boracay’s most popular beach is famous for its amazing sunsets and its white sand that stays cool in hot weather.
Reviewed By 912ralfj
one of the worlds most beautiful beach, white sand, gentle waves, warm waters, beautiful setting with palm trees and restaurants, bars and shops built right on the sand, endless options
5. Ariel's Point
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,412 reviews
Ariel's Point is an eco-adventure destination located a scenic boat ride away from Boracay Island. With five cliff-diving platforms (from 3 to 15 meters) and ample opportunities for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and paddleboarding in a tropical setting, Ariel's Point is the perfect destination for Boracay travelers who want to experience the raw beauty of the Philippines while also having fun with fellow travelers. The daytrip package includes a round-trip boat ride to Ariel's Point, a BBQ buffet, bottomless beverages (beer, soda, rum), afternoon snacks, and various activities (cliff diving, snorkeling , kayaking, paddleboarding, and boardgames). The current rate is 2,800 php per person. Bookings can be made through our main office at the Boracay Beach Club or by visiting our website.
Reviewed By babosamhotel - Boracay, Philippines
It s on the bucket list of all the people who visit boracay. Perfect to have fun alone, with friends or with the family
6. Jaro Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By janevi2016 - Quezon City, Philippines
Jaro Cathedral is a prominent symbol of Catholic faith of the Ilonggos. Here, you can find the famous Our Lady of Candles or the " Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria" which is enshrined on the second floor of the cathedral outside of the church. Her feast is celebrated every 2nd of February. It is the first Marian National Shrine and it is one of the most celebrated feasts by the Ilonggos where masses are held from 4:30 in the morning until 7:00 in the evening on an hourly basis. History tells that the original church was destroyed by an earthquake Caycay in 1948 and was later repaired in 1956 by the first Archbishop of Jaro, the late Arch. Jose Maria Cuenco. Furthermore, it is also the first Marian image canonically crowned personally by the Pope and saint, Pope John Paul II.
7. Buruanga Beach
8. Agho Island
9. Camina Balay nga Bato
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 157 reviews
Reviewed By Mariann79 - Iloilo City, Philippines
Loved the native chocolate! Entrance is good for a no-time-limit tour after the guide has introduced you to every nooks and crannies of the historical mansion. You can stay as long as you want to enjoy the native chocolate and biscuits. There were also brochures that were handed out for free that you can read while examining closely every antique housewares that are no longer used nowadays. There were displays of various merchandise at the entrance from food to accessories to scarves. I bought two nice beaded necklaces. My friends and I took time chatting while enjoying the picture taking inside the house. A must-visit for lovers of history.
10. Gigante Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 232 reviews
Reviewed By PaulCollingz - Bantayan Island, Philippines
Took the new fast craft to Granada, Gigantes Norte (travel time 45mins from Bancal Port) for a day trip pinic on the secluded sandbare Recommend to do if staying longer in Carles
