Top Things to do in Visayas
Top 10 Gardens in Visayas, Visayas
Discover the best top things to do in Visayas, Philippines including Our Lady's Garden, Omoyon Bee Farm, Reef's Farm, Celestial Garden, Sagay City Garden and Living Tree Museum, Philippine Tarsier Recreation Inc., Tarsier Botanika, Garden of Saints, Nelly's Garden, Omagieca Mangrove Garden.
Restaurants in Visayas
1. Our Lady's Garden
2. Omoyon Bee Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By Snarffn
I visited the bee farm to learn more about the bees that i have in my area and to ask why at night time they invade my house, they are attracted to my lights. I took a sample of one of the bees and Rico immediately knew what it was, it's a giant species that is very different from the other types of bees. He then informed me on how to keep them away from my lights and my house. Rico then went on to show me other varieties of bees he has there on the farm.The bees I found most interesting are the tiny stingless bees and he pointed out how they are the most valuable type of bees to have around. In addition to the bees he had a variety of fruit trees and plants. The plant that i found most interesting was the vanilla plant, it is propagated in a very unique way.He also had fruit trees that were grafted to different varieties of fruit trees so that one tree can produce a variety of fruits. I learned quite a bit there at Omoyon Bee Farm and i am inspired to reproduce some of what he has done there at my own property up in valencia. If in the area are highly recommend stopping by for a visit.
3. Reef's Farm
4. Celestial Garden
5. Sagay City Garden and Living Tree Museum
6. Philippine Tarsier Recreation Inc.
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 441 reviews
Botanical garden and animal sanctuary is set on a lush 9 hectares garden with over 3000 species of exotic plants. Bird aviary. Fine dining restaurant. Museum of classic and modern art (painting sculpture and furniture). Equestrian center. Sports activities including scuba diving, yoga, dance. Handicraft and fashion shopping. Coffee shop and patisserie. Luxury individual villas with private pools in the future.
Reviewed By Lantmanna - Lapu Lapu, Philippines
Tarsier is the name of monkeys so nice and wonderful monkeys, unfortunately it’s is less monkeys left because of the earth quake.... I do hope it will be there for Many years to come.....
7. Tarsier Botanika
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 238 reviews
Tarsier Equestria is located inside the resort, stabling 15 horses of different breeds and sizes. Quarter horses, thoroughbreds and the unique and magnificent Lusitanos. The equestrian centre has an Olympic sized dressage arena and a 15 meter covered round arena for all weather riding. At Tarsier Equestria guests can take equine management classes, riding lessons, and also advanced riding courses
Reviewed By byOSQUARE - The Hague, The Netherlands
One of our favorite places to visit in the Philippines was for sure Panglao, and especially the Donatela Hotel (Tarsier Botanika). We had such a great time. The hotel was built with nature in mind, and you experience that everywhere around you. Nestled in a natural landscape of 7,5 hectare of botanical gardens, the private villas are a dream ❤ They are designed to give privacy, luxury and space for the guests, and they for sure do. Each villa has it’s own private garden, and we have for sure used it. One of the afternoons we decided to have a long picnic with lots of food. The staff was very happy to help us with the set up and arranged all the food. There were pastries, fresh fruit, sandwiches and a fresh coconut. We also really like the design of the villas. It is based on the traditional Ifugao Tribal House concept found in the northern part of the Philippines, which gives a really cozy natural touch to the resort. Since few of the villas has it’s own private pool (!), the main pool was not crowded at all during our stay. We had so many chances to be absolutely alone at the huge pool, with a bar and very good wifi. While chilling at the pool, you hear lots of great birds. We walked around the property to see where the noises came from, and we found a mini zoo. With lots of rescued animals, as cats, a bearcat, parrots and lots of other birds. Really awesome! When you are visiting Panglao, you need to check out Donatela Hotel (Tarsier Botanika). The resort also boasts a fine dining restaurant, wine room, and a variety of activities, such as horseback riding, and spa treatments, apart form the tours and attractions of the island.
8. Garden of Saints
9. Nelly's Garden
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By CzarEmmanuel - Manila, Philippines
One of Iloilo City's national historical landmark, this mansion owned by the Lopez clan was built in 1928 and is located in the Jaro district of the city. It may not not be as old as the other ancestral houses in town, but this mansion is definitely one of the most well-preserved. It has a vast lawn in front of a white structure in art deco style. I was quite surprised when I called up its administrator just four hours before our visit to book a guided tour to the house and received a positive response. I thought one had to book days ahead before visiting the place. Well, I guess they didn't have many reservations for that afternoon, and so they immediately accommodated us. The lady who guided us -- Ma'm Lucia -- was very knowledgeable concerning every single detail about the house, as well about the history of the place and of the Lopez family. She guided through every single room in the house, from the main entrance up to the second floor. The place is really well-maintained .... the flooring made of tindalo wood, the narra carvings and cornices on the ceiling, the frescoes on the wall, the Chinese decors, the Italian chandeliers, the stained glass windows, the tiles on the floor and in the rest rooms, etc. She was so accommodating as we asked her information about the photos on display, the gowns once worn by the women of the house, the musical instruments, the soirees that used to be held in the grand sala, the furniture, and so forth. A visit to this place is like travelling back in time, at least to the time of the American era. It gives you a glimpse into the lifestyle of one of the well-off and prominent Ilonggo families -- the Lopez family. Aside from the house itself, the surrounding gardens are also very interesting and offer you great spots for pictorials. By the way, both the gardens and the mansion can be rented for special occasions (like weddings). I really enjoyed our visit to this place! I just wish that they would allow visitors to take pictures of the interior of the mansion.
10. Omagieca Mangrove Garden
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By Nielioan - Bulacan Province, Philippines
i really enjoyed my walk around this mangrove garden. the bamboo bridges were sturdily done and despite the inevitable creaking sounds your every step makes, this won't hamper your confidence in finishing the whole tour. the view of the ocean was just spectacular as you reach the posterior portion. the sky and the sun were in perfect harmony to compliment the blue-ness of the sea. breath-taking indeed. if you love communing with nature, this is the place. i can imagine how this would appear at night when fireflies abound and lit the place like stars falling from above. oh, wow... the 50 pesos entrance fee is underrated. whoever thought of coming up with this place, s/he is brilliant. deserves all the accolades.
