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Things to see in Butuan (Philippines): 5 places and when to go
Butuan is a city in Philippines with around 191,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 5 places in and around it, mainly Nature (2), Mountains (1), Stargazing (1). The best known are Butuan Bay and Mount Hilong-Hilong. The best time to come is December to April; also possible: May and November. In June there are 12 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 29. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Philippines · 8.9495, 125.5436
- Population
- About 191,000
- Places
- 5 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (2) · Mountains (1) · Stargazing (1) · Hiking (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- December to April.
- Also possible
- May and November.
- Nearest airport
- DVO Davao, 203 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Hilong-Hilong, at 1,920 m.
What to see in Butuan
The places in and around Butuan, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
When to go to Butuan
The best time to visit Butuan is December to April; also possible: May and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time11:32
- FebBest time11:43
- MarBest time11:56
- AprBest time12:12
- MayPossible12:25
- JunBetter not12:31
- JulBetter not12:28
- AugBetter not12:18
- SepBetter not12:03
- OctBetter not11:48
- NovPossible11:35
- DecBest time11:29
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 12 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 29. In January, 4 of the 5 places are at their best.
When to go to Philippines in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Butuan
The nearest main airport is Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO, Davao), 203 km as the crow flies. How to get around Philippines (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Camiguin6 places98 km
- Cagayan de Oro9 places110 km
- Davao City16 places205 km
- Ozamiz5 places207 km
- Cebu City23 places237 km
- Dumaguete7 places249 km
And all of Philippines, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Butuan?
The best known: Butuan Bay, Mount Hilong-Hilong. In all, 5 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Butuan?
December to April; also possible: May and November. In June there are 12 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 29.
How do you get to Butuan?
The nearest main airport is Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO), 203 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Butuan as the destination and these 5 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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