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.
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,...
Cabanas de Nacpan Camping Resort
Destination: El Nido
Situated in El Nido, Cabanas de Nacpan Resort is a luxury tent accommodation nestled in a farm. The property is 18 km from Big Lagoon El Nido. Small Lagoon El Nido is 18 km away, and Nacpan Beach...
Macky's Hidden Inn
Destination: Coron
Macky's Hidden Inn is set in Coron, 6 km from Kayangan Lake. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. The rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen cable TV. Private bathroom comes with shower...
The Cabins at LVF
Destination: Puerto Princesa
Set 15 km from Mendoza Park, The Cabins at LVF offers a garden, a shared lounge and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV...
Pawikan Hostel El Nido
Destination: El Nido
Set in El Nido, 700 m from Paradise Beach, Pawikan Hostel El Nido offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and a tour desk. The property is close to Ipil Ipil Beach, Papaya Beach and Small...
Layang Layang Home
Destination: El Nido
Located in El Nido, 1.3 km from Small Lagoon El Nido and 70 m from Paradise Beach, Layanglayang Home provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a garden and a terrace. There is a...
Le Boat (Expeditions and Booze Cruises)
Destination: El Nido
Cruising through the lagoons, El Nido Party Boat Expeditions offers unique accommodation in El Nido. Free WiFi and barbecue facilities are available on board. Offering spectacular views of the...
Catubig Pension House
Destination: Coron
Ideally situated in the Coron Town Proper district of Coron, Catubig Pension House is situated 4.2 km from Maquinit Hot Spring, 4.3 km from Kayangan Lake and 1 km from Coron Public Market. Both...
Karuna El Nido Villas
Destination: El Nido
Situated 2.5 km from Caalan Beach, Karuna El Nido Villas offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The villa provides guests with a...
Julieta's Pension House
Destination: Puerto Princesa
Featuring 3-star accommodation, Julieta's Pension House is set in Puerto Princesa City, 7 km from Honda Bay and 2.5 km from Balinsasayaw Restaurant - Rizal. With a terrace, the 3-star inn has...
Sophia's Garden Resort
Destination: Coron
Located within a 5-minute drive to Coron Market, Sophia's Garden Resort features an outdoor swimming pool and a lush spacious garden. Free Wi-Fi is available in its public areas and complimentary...
Ahras Place
Destination: Coron
Providing a terrace, Ahras Place is located in Coron, not far from Mount Tapyas. Free WiFi is featured. All units feature air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Twin Lagoon is 5 km from the...
Laule'a Hostel
Destination: El Nido
Located in El Nido, 600 m from Small Lagoon El Nido, Laule'a Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. The property is around 2.3 km from Corong...
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...
Rodriguez Lodge
Destination: El Nido
Set within less than 1 km of Big Lagoon El Nido and a 10-minute walk of Small Lagoon El Nido, Rodriguez Lodge offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in El Nido. Featuring a...
Cuna Hotel
Destination: El Nido
Set in El Nido within 8 km of Big Lagoon, Cuna Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge, and a restaurant and bar on-site. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with air conditioning,...
Angelic Tourist Inn
Destination: El Nido
Set in El Nido, 700 m from Small Lagoon El Nido, Angelic Tourist Inn offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 700 m from Papaya Beach,...
Seahorse and Mangrove Resort
Destination: El Nido
Seahorse and Mangrove Resort is set in El Nido, 11 km from Big Lagoon. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. All rooms feature a seating area, wardrobe and electric kettle. Bathroom comes with bath or...
Le Mon Pension
Destination: Puerto Princesa
Located in Puerto Princesa City and with Honda Bay reachable within 9 km, Le Mon Pension provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. All rooms feature a...
Avisala Hostel Coron
Destination: Coron
Avisala Hostel Coron provides air-conditioned accommodation in Coron. This property is set a short distance from attractions such as Coron Public Market. The property is located in the Coron Town...
El Nido Royal Palm Inn
Destination: El Nido
Set within 3.6 km of Caalan Beach and 3.6 km of Small Lagoon El Nido, El Nido Royal Palm Inn provides rooms in El Nido. With a shared lounge, the 2-star inn has air-conditioned rooms with free...
Chindonan Dive Resort
Destination: Coron
Offering free WiFi access, Chindonan Dive Resort provides accommodation in Coron. It operates a 24-hour front desk and features a private beach area. Certain rooms feature a seating area where you...
Bayview Country Inn El Nido
Destination: El Nido
Country Inn El Nido is located in El Nido, 8 km from Big Lagoon El Nido and 9 km from Small Lagoon El Nido. The bed and breakfast has a terrace and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at...
Happiness Boutique Resort
Destination: El Nido
Offering a terrace and views of the sea, Blue Mango Resort is set in El Nido. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Coron Beach is a short 30 m away, while the famous Las Cabanas beach and El...
OceanLodge Tourist Inn
Destination: El Nido
Featuring a terrace, Ocean Lodge Tourist Inn is situated in El Nido in the Palawan region, 1.7 km from Big Lagoon El Nido and 1.7 km from Small Lagoon El Nido. Among the facilities of this...
Mayumi Lodge
Destination: Puerto Princesa
Mayumi Lodge is situated in Puerto Princesa City. The 2-star love hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 9 km from Honda...
Kings Landing Hostel
Destination: El Nido
Kings Landing Hostel is a 2-star property set in El Nido. The property is located 400 m from Big Lagoon El Nido, Small Lagoon El Nido and Matinloc Shrine. Both free WiFi and private parking are...
Bella Athena Garden
Destination: El Nido
Located in El Nido, 1.5 km from Big Lagoon El Nido, Bella Athena Garden features rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi. The property is around 1.5 km from Small Lagoon El Nido and 1.5 km from...
House of Big Brother Palawan
Destination: Puerto Princesa
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi access in public areas, House of Big Brother is located in Puerto Princesa, a 15-minute drive to Robinsons Mall while Honda Bay is approximately a...
Panorama Beach Club & Resort
Destination: El Nido
Set in El Nido, 3.4 km from Big Lagoon El Nido, Panorama Resort has a number of amenities including a private beach area and free WiFi. Every guest at the 3-star property can enjoy mountain views...
Paolyn Houseboats Coron Island
Destination: Coron
Paolyn Floating House Restaurant enjoys a location in Coron Island, just 800 m from Twin Lagoon and 2.4 km from Kayangan Lake. There is an on-site restaurant and free WiFi. The boat includes a...
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...
Lan Bless Pension House
Destination: Coron
Offering a terrace and a shared lounge, Lan Bless Pension House is located in Coron, not far from Coron Public Market. Complimentary WiFi is provided. Guests wishing to travel lightly can make use...
Bambua Nature Cottages
Destination: Puerto Princesa
Situated in Puerto Princesa City, Bambua Nature Cottages has a garden and a terrace. At the guest house, rooms are equipped with a desk. San Jose is 46 km from Bambua Nature Cottages.
Cliffside Cottages
Destination: El Nido
Set 700 m from Papaya Beach, Cliffside Cottages offers accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a shared kitchen for your convenience. Complimentary WiFi is offered. Continental and Asian...
Rosanna's Pension
Destination: El Nido
Featuring free WiFi, Rosanna's Pension offers accommodation in El Nido. Rooms come with a TV. Some units have a seating area where you can relax. Some rooms feature views of the sea or...
Happy Camper Hostel
Destination: Coron
Featuring a garden, shared lounge, BBQ facilities and free WiFi, Happy Camper Hostel is located in Coron, 4.3 km from Kayangan Lake and 2 km from Mount Tapyas. This 2-star hostel offers a shared...
Villa Khadine Grand Vista Resort
Destination: Coron
Boasting a shared lounge, Villa Khadine Grand Vista Resort is situated in Coron in the Palawan region, 2 km from Mount Tapyas and 3.1 km from Coron Public Market. With a bar, the 3-star resort has...
Edie’s Bahay Aplaya Honda Bay
Destination: Puerto Princesa
Situated in Puerto Princesa City, Edie’s Bahay Aplaya Honda Bay offers beachfront accommodation 42 km from Honda Bay and features various facilities, such as a garden, a bar and a shared lounge....
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...
Pagdayon Traveler's Inn
Destination: Puerto Princesa
Set in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan region, Pagdayon Traveler's Inn is situated 8 km from Honda Bay. Featuring a shared lounge, the 2-star inn has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with...
Focus Rooms
Destination: El Nido
Boasting a garden, Focus Rooms is situated in El Nido in the Palawan region, 1.3 km from Paradise Beach and 1.3 km from Small Lagoon El Nido. Featuring ticket service, this property also provides...
El Centro Bay Inn
Destination: El Nido
Situated on the beachfront in El Nido, El Centro Bay Inn has a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is around 600 m from Seven Commandos Beach, 4.2 km from Marimegmeg Beach and 600 m from Big...
Vali-Joe Travel Lodge
Destination: El Nido
Located in El Nido, Vali-Joe Travel Lodge provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The property features a...
Jayshas Guest House
Destination: Coron
Jayshas Guest House is situated in Coron and has a garden and a shared lounge. The property is set 7 km from Twin Lagoon and 7 km from Kayangan Lake. The property is located 7 km from Maquinit Hot...
Dolarog Beach Resort
Destination: El Nido
Featuring a garden and a shared lounge, Dolarog Beach Resort is set in El Nido, 9 km from Big Lagoon El Nido. Among the various facilities of this property are a bar and on-site dining....
Fernvale Leisure Club and Resort
Destination: Coron
Located in Coron, Fernvale Leisure Club and Resort provides free WiFi and pool views, 8 km from Twin Lagoon. All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free...
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...
Coron Gateway Hotel & Suites
Destination: Coron
Featuring panoramic sea views, Coron Gateway Hotel & Suites offers peaceful and modern accommodation with free WiFi access in its public areas. It houses a restaurant and provides daily...
La Casa Teresa Tourist Inn Inc
Destination: El Nido
Featuring a garden, La Casa Teresa Beach Resort is located in El Nido in the Palawan region, 3.7 km from Paradise Beach and 3.8 km from Matinloc Shrine. With free WiFi, this 2-star resort offers a...
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