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Things to see in San Pablo, Laguna (Philippines): 30 places and when to go
San Pablo, Laguna is a city in Philippines with around 241,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 30 places in and around it, mainly With kids (11), Nature (10), Mountains (8). The best known are Laguna Caldera, Mount San Cristobal and Mount Mayabobo. The best time to come is December to April; also possible: May and November. In June there are 12 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 10. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Philippines · 14.0696, 121.3226
- Population
- About 241,000
- Places
- 30 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- With kids (11) · Nature (10) · Mountains (8) · Temples (7) · Museums and art (2) · Hiking (1)
- Best time
- December to April.
- Also possible
- May and November.
- Nearest airport
- MNL Manila (Pasay), 59 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount San Cristobal, at 1,470 m.
What to see in San Pablo, Laguna
The places in and around San Pablo, Laguna, 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.
- Laguna CalderaUnderwater volcanic caldera in Laguna de Bay, Philippines29 km
- Mount San CristobalMountain in Philippines11 km
- Mount MayaboboMountain in Philippines18 km
- Rizal ShrineMuseum dedicated to José Rizal in Calamba, Laguna; birthplace of Rizal23 km
- San Pablo CathedralRoman Catholic cathedral in Laguna, Philippines469 m
- Immaculate Conception Parish ChurchRoman Catholic parish church in Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines16 km
- Bunsulan HillsHill in the Philippines9.9 km
- Diocesan Shrine of Saint Therese of the Child JesusRoman Catholic parish church in Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines14 km
- ImocHill in the Philippines5.2 km
- Mani HillHill in the Philippines7.6 km
- Mapait HillsHill in the Philippines9.6 km
- Mount MapulaHill in the Philippines5.6 km
- Mount MasaiaMountain in the Philippines20 km
- San Agustin Parish ChurchChurch in Laguna, Philippines13 km
- Nagcarlan ChurchRoman Catholic parish church in Nagcarlan, Laguna, Philippines13 km
- Saint John the Baptist Parish ChurchRoman Catholic church in Calamba, Laguna23 km
- Saint John the Baptist Parish ChurchRoman Catholic parish church in Liliw, Laguna, Philippines14 km
- UPLB Museum of Natural HistoryNatural science and history museum within the University of the Philippines Los Banos13 km
- Cuyab Hot Spring ResortWith kids20 km
- Doña Jovita ResortWith kids18 km
- Galilee Spring Private Resort;Lazy Days Private ResortWith kids20 km
- Green Palm Private Pool Resort aka Villa HortalezaWith kids19 km
- Hidden Valley SpringsNature · With kids7.5 km
- La Roca de TrinidadWith kids17 km
And the other 6, by what you come to do:
When to go to San Pablo, Laguna
The best time to visit San Pablo, Laguna 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 time11:15
- FebBest time11:33
- MarBest time11:54
- AprBest time12:19
- MayPossible12:39
- JunBetter not12:50
- JulBetter not12:45
- AugBetter not12:28
- SepBetter not12:04
- OctBetter not11:41
- NovPossible11:20
- DecBest time11:10
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 12 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 10. In January, 30 of the 30 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 San Pablo, Laguna
The nearest main airport is Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL, Manila (Pasay)), 59 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
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- Cavinti11 places28 km
- Tayabas9 places29 km
- Santa Rosa11 places34 km
- Batangas City14 places46 km
- Binangonan20 places54 km
And all of Philippines, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in San Pablo, Laguna?
The best known: Laguna Caldera, Mount San Cristobal, Mount Mayabobo, Rizal Shrine, San Pablo Cathedral. In all, 30 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit San Pablo, Laguna?
December to April; also possible: May and November. In June there are 12 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 10.
How do you get to San Pablo, Laguna?
The nearest main airport is Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), 59 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with San Pablo, Laguna as the destination and these 30 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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