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Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park
This national park was originally named St. Paul Subterranean River National Park. It features an 8.2 km navigable underground river, which is one of the longest in the world. The underground river winds through spectacular caves before flowing into the South China Sea.Puerto Princesa · 29.4km from downtown
Puerto Princesa City
Puerto Princesa City, also known as Puerto Princesa City, is a port city in the central-eastern part of Palawan, Philippines, located on the southern shore of Honda Bay (Honda Bay), and is the capital of Palawan province. It is famous for its crocodile farming, underground rivers, and diving attractions. Puerto Princesa City is the starting point for exploring Palawan and a transfer hub for visiting other parts of Palawan. For example, if you want to visit Honda Bay in central Palawan and Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park (Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park), you will depart from Puerto Princesa City. However, this port city is also worth visiting itself. Some famous attractions in Puerto Princesa City include: Palawan Museum, Palawan Butterfly Ecological Garden and Tribal Village, Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center (Crocodile Farm), and the Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm.Puerto Princesa · 26.7km from downtown
Puerto Princesa City Baywalk Park
The Baywalk in Puerto Princesa City is not far from the city center and is actually a Corniche along the bay. The water here is calm, and after 5:00 PM, it becomes a leisure spot for locals with a great atmosphere. We recommend coming here to enjoy the tranquility before sunset.Puerto Princesa · 25.5km from downtown
Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center (Crocodile Farm)
Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center (Crocodile Farm) was formerly known as the Irawan Crocodile Farming Institute and aims to protect and further study endangered crocodile species. The center serves as a hospital for sick and injured crocodiles and also functions as a small zoo that houses local animals. Here, you can see hundreds of slowly moving crocodiles.Puerto Princesa · 21.2km from downtown
Palawan Butterfly Ecological Garden and Tribal Village
Located a few km north of Baker's Hill near Santa Monica, this is one of two butterfly gardens in Puerto Princesa City that house local endemic butterflies. Here, you can walk around and watch various butterflies fluttering about. Before entering the park, you can also watch a short film about the life cycle of these beautiful creatures.Puerto Princesa · 20km from downtown
Mitra's Ranch
Mitra's Ranch is set on extensive grounds, surrounded by lush trees and beautiful flowers. The attraction is known for its spectacular panoramic views and pleasant atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the nearby city. The attraction features a tall viewing platform that visitors can climb to overlook the city and the surrounding natural landscape. From here, visitors can take in the dramatic coastline, the blue ocean, and the lush mountains, and fully enjoy the beauty of nature. Mitra's Ranch also has a café where visitors can rest and sample local specialties and drinks. Visitors can enjoy a cup of rich coffee while taking in the surrounding views and relaxing.Puerto Princesa · 18.2km from downtown
Immaculate Conception Cathedral
The Holy Spirit's Conception Cathedral is a very famous "Blue Cathedral" in Puerto Princesa, which can be reached by walking westward along Rizal Street. The church was built in 1872. The main building is light blue. It is a very beautiful blue building. The sunlight through the blue glass makes the church a blue world. There are many statues of Filipino celebrities in front of the church, and many local residents will come to the square in front for recreation. The glass in the church is transparent and very bright. Although it is not so luxurious and complicated, it has another fresh taste.Puerto Princesa · 25.9km from downtown
Mendoza Park
Puerto Princesa · 25.8km from downtown
Luli Island
This is a mysterious little island that disappears at high tide and emerges at low tide. The white, powdery sand, endless horizon, and winding beach create a harmonious and stunning scene.Puerto Princesa · 10.6km from downtown
Plaza Cuartel
This is a historical site located in Princess Harbor, Palawan Island, Philippines. It holds an important position in the history of the Philippines, and there is a monument on the square commemorating the prisoners of war who died in the Holocaust.Puerto Princesa · 26km from downtown
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What travellers say about Puerto Princesa
tenna22 March 2023
5.0
This natural marvel is located in Puerto Princesa, Philippines. This summer, consider this in your bucket list and dazzle yourself with its spectacular stalactite and stalagmite formations.
Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park
travelisthebest20 April 2024
5.0
love this place. the people are so .nice and welcoming. Go on island hopping trips and city tours. explore the town and its history as well as the islands and beaches. This place often missed.but definitely worth a visit. i stayed at canvas boutique hotel near the hotel.
Puerto Princesa City
Anabanana21 July 2022
5.0
we went to baywalk on our first day because we arrived after lunch it was pretty sunset and lots of restaurants all the way to baywalk. lots of seafood restaurants and street food as well!!
Puerto Princesa City Baywalk Park
D36***9517 December 2019
5.0
lots of baby crocodiles there are so many wildlife animals living there and it's truly amazing!
Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center (Crocodile Farm)
西等记忆12 March 2020
5.0
This is one of the two butterfly gardens in Puerto Princesa that has a collection of local butterflies. Here you can walk and watch a variety of butterflies flying lightly. Before entering the park, you can also watch a short film introducing the life cycle of this beautiful creature.
Palawan Butterfly Ecological Garden and Tribal Village
Sweet Jojo27 October 2019
5.0
This cathedral in the heart of Puerto Princesa is located right next to the Plaza Cuartel. They hold mass in both English and Filipino multiple times a day and is decorated with impressive wooden arches and paintings of the 12 apostles on the roof.
Immaculate Conception Cathedral
