Puerto Princesa offers many attractions of interest to tourists. Capital of the province of Palawan, Puerto Princesa is an open and quiet city, ideal to meet and spend a few days in it.
Puerto Princesa

Puerto Princesa in Palawan (Philippines)
Puerto Princesa
Puerto Princesa guide
What to do in Puerto Princesa
Like the rest of the island of Palawan, Puerto Princesa is surrounded by islands of incredible beauty, bathed by turquoise waters full of life and an environment of high natural value. The main attractions of Puerto Princesa would be:
NAVIGATING THE UNDERGROUND RIVER
Located in the nearby town of Sabang, the Subterranean River Natural Park is undoubtedly the main tourist attraction in Puerto Princesa. Recognized as a World Heritage Site by Unesco in 1999 and proposed as one of the 7 Wonders of the World in 2012, its navigable underground part is considered one of the longest in the world. Once at the park entrance and after waiting for the turn to enter the cave that gives access to the river, a canoe ride of about 45 minutes begins. Inside the river, the game of galleries, with stalactites and stalagmites is honestly something worth seeing.
To be able to go you must do it through some of the numerous tour agencies that are in the city. The park does not admit tickets for the same day, so it is not possible to go free.
ISLAND HOPPING AT HONDA BAY
Another very popular activity in Puerto Princesa is to do a day trip or Island Hopping through Honda Bay. Honda Bay is famous for the islets and white sand beaches that make it up which include Starfish Island, Luli Island and Cowrie Island. These tours allow you to get to know the islands with enough time.
TOUR LUCIÉRNAGAS BY THE IWAHIG RIVER
The area of the Iwahig River and the mangroves that surround it is the perfect place to enjoy a tour or Ihawig Firefly Watching at night to see the colorful fireflies that live in the area. If the day is perfect, you can enjoy hundreds of fireflies in the nearly 40 minutes of the tour.
ENJOY THE BEST MARISCO IN THE NIGHT MARKET
Puerto Princesa is famous for being one of the best places to eat fresh seafood. The best thing to do is visit the famous Night Market or Baywalk Night Market at night. The seafood is sold fresh and cooked in the same market. Although it is visited by tourists, it still maintains its local atmosphere.
Climate in Puerto Princesa
In Puerto Princesa, the wet season is overcast, the dry season is windy and mostly cloudy, and it is hot and oppressive year round. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 76°F to 90°F and is rarely below 73°F or above 92°F.
The best time of year to visit Puerto Princesa for hot-weather activities is from late December to early April.
Kings Landing Hostel
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Cherry's Transient House
Destination: Puerto Princesa
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House of Big Brother Palawan
Destination: Puerto Princesa
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Happy Camper Hostel
Destination: Coron
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Destination: El Nido
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CISCA Palawan
Destination: Puerto Princesa
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Dayunan Tourist Inn
Destination: El Nido
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ZEN Rooms Bancao-Bancao
Destination: Puerto Princesa
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Dolarog Beach Resort
Destination: El Nido
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Big Paul Hostel
Destination: El Nido
Located in El Nido and with Big Lagoon El Nido reachable within 1.9 km, Big Paul Hostel provides a bar, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is set 3.1 km from Marimegmeg...
Sealor Pension House
Destination: Puerto Princesa
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Acacia Garden Inn
Destination: Coron
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The Emerald Playa Beach Resort
Destination: Puerto Princesa
Located 4.3 km from Honda Bay, The Emerald Playa Beach Resort offers a bar, a private beach area and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. There is a fully equipped private...
Ecocio Hostel
Destination: Coron
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Golden Pension House,Palawan
Destination: Puerto Princesa
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La Casa Teresa Tourist Inn Inc
Destination: El Nido
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Four Seasons Seaview Hotel
Destination: El Nido
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El Nido Beach Hotel
Destination: El Nido
Overlooking the sea, El Nido Beach Hotel is within 1.9 km from Corong Corong Beach and 19.5 km from Nacpan Beach in El Nido, featuring a 24-hour front desk, an on-site restaurant, and a...
Le Boat (Expeditions and Booze Cruises)
Destination: El Nido
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Bay Area Lodge
Destination: Coron
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Faith Rica Pension
Destination: El Nido
Featuring accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and flat-screen TV, Faith Rica Pension is situated 2.2 km from Corong Corong Beach and less than 1 km from Caalan Beach. Guests at the bed...
Fat Monkey Hostel
Destination: Coron
Fat Monkey Hostel is set in Coron, 8 km from Kayangan Lake. The hostel has a sun terrace and hammocks, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free WiFi access is provided throughout the...
Sei Nazioni Cottages
Destination: El Nido
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Secluded Island Beach Huts
Destination: Coron
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Dreamland El Nido Palawan
Destination: El Nido
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Karuna El Nido Villas
Destination: El Nido
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Happiness Hostel
Destination: El Nido
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Coral Cliff Hotel
Destination: El Nido
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Tapik Beach Park Guest House
Destination: El Nido
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Aetas Glamping El Nido
Destination: El Nido
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J and C Residences
Destination: Puerto Princesa
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One El Nido Suite
Destination: El Nido
One Elnido Suite offers accommodation in El Nido. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with a...
NVH Coron Palawan
Destination: Coron
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Rodriguez Lodge
Destination: El Nido
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Cherry's CourtYard
Destination: Puerto Princesa
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Bambua Nature Cottages
Destination: Puerto Princesa
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Mamaly Residence
Destination: Puerto Princesa
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El Centro Bay Inn
Destination: El Nido
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Edie’s Bahay Aplaya Honda Bay
Destination: Puerto Princesa
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OceanLodge Tourist Inn
Destination: El Nido
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El Gordo's Seaside Adventure Lodge
Destination: El Nido
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Mountain View Garden Inn Coron
Destination: Coron
Located in Coron, Mountain View Garden Inn Coron features 3-star accommodation with private balconies. With a garden, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private...
Amakan - El Nido Palawan
Destination: El Nido
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Club Paradise Palawan
Destination: Coron
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Jack's Place - Beach Park & Cottages
Destination: El Nido
Jack's Place - Beach Park & Cottages is situated in El Nido, 22 km from Big Lagoon El Nido. The property is located 22 km from Small Lagoon El Nido, 22 km from Matinloc Shrine and 50 m from Nacpan...
Pinaluyan Guest House
Destination: Puerto Princesa
Situated in Puerto Princesa City, 5 km from Palawan Museum, Pinaluyan Guest House features views of the garden. Featuring a garden, the 2-star guest house has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi,...
Aniceto's Pension
Destination: Puerto Princesa
Aniceto's Pension is located in Puerto Princesa City, 8 km from Honda Bay and 1.2 km from Balinsasayaw Restaurant - Rizal. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a...
Hwan Dynasty Suite
Destination: El Nido
Set 3.6 km from Big Lagoon El Nido, Hwan Dynasty Suite in El Nido offers a terrace and shared lounge. Located around 3.6 km from Small Lagoon El Nido, the inn with free WiFi is also 3.6 km away...
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