16 places to discover
Bathala Cave is a cave complex located in Barangay Ipil, Santa Cruz, Marinduque, Philippines. It comprises several interconnected chambers with stalactites, stalagmites and rock formations set in a forested hillside. The site is notable for its natural speleological features and its historical use as a shelter during World War II. It is a recognized eco-tourism attraction in northern Marinduque, accessible via a short trek and guided tours.
Boac Cathedral, formally the Immaculate Conception Cathedral Parish, is a historic fortress church atop a hill in Mataas na Bayan, Boac, Marinduque, Philippines. Built between 1792 and 1795 by Franciscan missionaries, it served as both place of worship and defensive stronghold against pirate raids. As the seat of the Diocese of Boac, it is notable for its thick coral-stone walls, bastions, and role as the spiritual center of the island province.
Casa Real is a restored Spanish colonial-era government house located in Barangay Malusak, Boac, the capital town of Marinduque Province, Philippines. Built in the early 19th century, it served as the residence and office of the Spanish alcalde and later as a provincial government center. Now operating as the Marinduque Museum and Archives, it preserves artifacts, documents, and exhibits on the island's history, culture, and the Battle of Pulang Lupa.
Holy Cross Parish Church is a Roman Catholic parish church located in Poblacion, Santa Cruz, Marinduque, Philippines. It serves as the central parish church of the municipality of Santa Cruz under the Diocese of Boac. Established during the Spanish colonial period, the church is notable for its simple heritage architecture, religious importance to the local community, and role in annual Catholic observances including Holy Week and the Moriones Festival.
Kawa-Kawa Falls is a natural waterfall located in Barangay Bancuangan, municipality of Santa Cruz, Marinduque, Philippines. It is known for its distinctive wok-shaped (kawa) natural basin that collects cool freshwater from the forest stream. Surrounded by lush vegetation and rock formations, the falls is a popular local nature attraction for swimming, sightseeing and short treks near Santa Cruz town proper.
The Luzon Datum of 1911 is the primary geodetic reference point for the Philippines, located on a hill in Barangay Hinanggayon, Mogpog, Marinduque. Established in 1911 by the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, it served as the origin for triangulation and mapping of the archipelago. Marked by a stone monument and historical marker, it is recognized as the geodetic center of the Philippines and a significant landmark for cartography and surveying history.
Malbog Hot Springs is a natural sulfur hot spring located in Barangay Malbog, Buenavista, in southern Marinduque, Philippines. The spring features naturally heated, mineral-rich waters believed to have therapeutic properties. Developed with concrete pools that channel the hot water, it is a popular local destination for bathing and relaxation. Surrounded by coastal and rural scenery near Mount Malindig, it offers visitors a simple, accessible thermal bathing experience managed by the local community.
Maniwaya Island is a small coastal island off the coast of Santa Cruz in Marinduque Province, Philippines, located in the Sibuyan Sea. It is known for its long stretch of white sand beach, clear turquoise waters, and nearby natural features such as Palad Sandbar and Ungab Rock Formation. The island hosts several beach resorts and fishing communities and is a popular destination for swimming, snorkeling, and island-hopping tours from General Luna, Quezon.
Mt. Malindig is a potentially active stratovolcano and the highest peak on Marinduque Island, located in the municipality of Buenavista in southern Marinduque, Philippines. Rising to about 1,157 meters above sea level, it dominates the island's southern landscape. The forested mountain is known for its biodiversity, panoramic views of the Sibuyan Sea and nearby islands, and as a major hiking destination requiring a guide and permit.
Paadjao Falls is a natural waterfall located in Barangay Bocboc, Mogpog, Marinduque, Philippines. Set within a forested area, it features a series of cascades and natural rock pools with clear, cool water. The falls is known as a local swimming and nature spot, accessible via a short trek from the barangay. Surrounded by lush vegetation and rock formations, it offers a tranquil setting for sightseeing, photography and freshwater swimming away from the town center.
Palad Sandbar is a narrow white-sand sandbar located off Maniwaya Island in Barangay Maniwaya, Santa Cruz, Marinduque, Philippines. It emerges prominently during low tide, forming a long stretch of fine sand surrounded by clear shallow turquoise water. Known for its pristine, undeveloped character and photogenic landscape, it is a popular day-trip destination accessed by boat from Maniwaya Island or the Santa Cruz mainland as part of island-hopping tours.
Poctoy White Beach is a long stretch of white sand beach in Barangay Poctoy, municipality of Torrijos on the eastern coast of Marinduque Island, Philippines. Known for its fine white sand, clear shallow waters and relatively undeveloped shoreline, it is considered the longest white sand beach in the province. The beach faces the Sibuyan Sea and offers views of nearby islets, serving as a primary beach destination in Torrijos for swimming and leisure.
Salomague Island is a small coastal island off the municipality of Santa Cruz in Marinduque Province, Philippines. Located in the Sibuyan Sea northeast of Marinduque mainland, it is known for its white sandy beach, clear turquoise waters and fringing coral areas. The undeveloped island is visited for swimming, snorkeling and beach activities, often as part of island-hopping tours from Santa Cruz that also include nearby Maniwaya and Mompong islands.
St. Joseph Parish Church is a Roman Catholic parish church located in Poblacion, Gasan, Marinduque, Philippines. Established in 1609, it is one of the oldest parishes in the province under the Diocese of Boac. The church serves as the spiritual center of Gasan municipality and is dedicated to Saint Joseph. Its present structure reflects several reconstructions after damage from fires and typhoons, retaining a simple facade and traditional interior.
The Tres Reyes Islands are a group of three small islands — Gaspar, Melchor and Baltazar — located off the southwestern coast of Gasan municipality in Marinduque Province, Philippines. Situated in the Tayabas Bay and Sibuyan Sea area, the islands are known for clear waters, white sand beaches, coral reefs and rocky coves. Accessible only by boat, they are a popular day-trip destination for island hopping, swimming and snorkeling.
Ungab Rock Formation is a natural limestone sea arch located on the northern coast of Mongpong Island in Barangay Mongpong, Santa Cruz, Marinduque. The formation features a large arch opening carved by wave erosion, standing in clear turquoise waters of the Sibuyan Sea. It is one of the most photographed landmarks in Marinduque and is typically visited as part of island-hopping tours from Santa Cruz that also include Maniwaya Island and Palad Sandbar.