Top Things to do in Visayas
Things to do in Visayas, Visayas: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Visayas, Philippines including Basilica del Santo Nino, Santa Monica Parish Church (Panay Church), Ariel's Point, San Juanico Bridge, Simala Shrine, St Anne Parish Church, Silliman University, Our Lady of Assumption Church, Sugbo Mercado, Virgen dela Regla National Shrine.
Restaurants in Visayas
1. Basilica del Santo Nino
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,158 reviews
This famous church dates back to the early Spanish colonial era. The Church was founded by the Augustinian friars since their arrival in 1565. You could also find in the church the miraculous image of Sto. Nino (Child-Jesus).
Reviewed By urmajestyc - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
my ritual in visiting this holy place is to light some candles outside and spend time inside the church for my prayers. i love the feeling everytime i’m here.
2. Santa Monica Parish Church (Panay Church)
3. 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
4. San Juanico Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 388 reviews
The San Juanico Bridge, is an arch-shaped truss bridge in the Philippines stretching from Samar to Leyte crossing the San Juanico Strait. It is part of the Pan-Philippine Highway. It is the longest bridge in the Philippines spanning a body of water with a length of 2.16 kilometers.
Reviewed By charisdiary
Great long drive travel experienced with an amazing view of the sea and the green scenery of nature that surrounds the bridge.
5. Simala Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 297 reviews
Reviewed By iankatipunan - Manila, Philippines
Simala Shrine tour was really not part of our itinerary, but since my mother can't make a 30min walk to Kawasan falls, we went here instead. As we approach the gate, we were amazed as we see its castle-like facade, with arcaded corridors, aqueduct-like bridge connecting the garden to the shrine. The structure is also PWD-friendly, with ramps placed everywhere. Inside the shrine was a chapel, a praying area where colored candles lit, and a museum where testimonies of healed and answered prayers are kept and displayed. By the way, before going inside, bear in mind that proper attire is strictly implemented. Men wearing sando or tank top with shorts and slippers, and women wearing spaghetti straps, with very short shorts and slippers are not allowed. But if you're already worn shorts, don't worry! There are vendors outside the gate that will let you rent their shawls for Php20! If you're a Marian devotee and for Catholics who are "sagrado katoliko" I really recommend visiting the place. It will make your faith stronger as you see the evidences of the healed and answered prayers, and the people offering candles, roses and prayers to the pictures, portraits and sculptures of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
6. St Anne Parish Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 182 reviews
Reviewed By KIMI4812 - Quezon City, Philippines
It was my last day and I invited my husband to go to an anticipated Mass at Molo Church. Beyond our expectations, the Church reflects the Spanish influence and the beautiful altar provides honor to St. Anne, Mama Mary's mother who I have learned to invoke for help and intercession. Attending the 5:00 p.m. Mass we were impressed with the beautiful Church interiors from the ceiling to the main altars. The grounds infront of the Church were also quite interesting with the Plaza and the beautiful grounds providing a park for the tourists and the locals. Beside the Church is also the Convent which provides one with a glimpse of the buildings during the Spanish times. It is made of huge cobblestones and cement that lasted over a hundred years.
7. Silliman University
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By profits101 - Cebu City, Philippines
The 100+ year history of this highly ranked, American-founded university is too complex and deep to cover here. The campus is a beautiful, green respite from he surrounding city and contains fine examples of Eastlake architecture, Art Deco, and Classic architecture - set in a mature, verdant Beaux-Arts style arrangement. Also, unlike many universities, its easy to access at the gates and visitors are not turned away. Worth reading a Wiki article on it that captures the founding in depth, WWII history, and even interesting events from he Marcos era. In the meantime, just enjoy the walk.
8. Our Lady of Assumption Church
9. Sugbo Mercado
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 97 reviews
“The Biggest Weekend Food Market In Cebu” Sugbo Mercado opened on September 25, 2015, with the goal of being the first and biggest year-round weekly food market in Cebu and as a venue for the best of the best of Cebu as well as budding new players in the local food industry to showcase their products in a tour de force of local pride.
Reviewed By Faithalicious_x - London, United Kingdom
Sugbo Mercado is filled with 10s of food stalls, selling all different kinds of meals, drinks, and desserts. Plates are around 100–150 pesos so it’s a great way of trying a number of different dishes in one go. It’s kind of like a Philippino Borough Market (if you’re from London and know what that is). The atmosphere is great too and the area feels totally safe. Furthermore there are lots of locals here so it must be good! That also means that you may have to wait a bit for a seat in peak times but no longer than 5-10 minutes. You can enjoy the live singing in the meantime. My sister is vegan and was able to find a mushroom pasta that she could eat, though there wasn’t much else. Vegetarians would be fine though. I believe the Mercado is only open on Thurs-Sundays so check before going. You might want to bring some tissues with you as we struggles to find napkins - though they do give you plastic gloves/utensils to eat the food with.
10. Virgen dela Regla National Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By 396celinv
i've heard about this church many a story that is so unbelievable and as a catholic i believe in miracles. too many people when i was here. . . . was november!
